Civil war bullet made into a rifle nipple protector Carved 54 caliber bullet that looks

54 caliber bullet that looks to be made from salvaged lead

The patina is a real nice

The patina is a slick/shiny brown…a flawless patina

Mold seams can be seen on both sides & at the base of the cavity a teat can be plainly seen

For your consideration one McKee & Mason 383 Confederate capped nose bullet

Civil war bullet made into a rifle nipple protector Carved 54 caliber bullet that looksFor your consideration one civil war bullet made into a rifle nipple protector. This is a big one. The first photo shows the small teat which fits down inside the nipple. The patina is an exxtra nice white color with a few stains of Georgia red clay red & I do not see a single patina chip. This protector is from an ole time North Georgia digger, who is now deceased. This item has never been offered to the public before.