Mouthpiece
- Object Name:
- Mouthpiece
- Object ID:
- 1995.529.15
- Date:
- circa 1860
- Description:
- Mouthpiece for a fife. Cylindrical pewter body with projecting mouthpiece. Clamps onto fife and tightens with brass screw and nut. Used as a training aid for new musicians; helps the player set his mouth at the correct angle. Possibly used in Civil War.
- Material:
- Metal
Pewter
Brass - Dimensions:
- W-0.8 L-1.9 inches
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
- Subjects:
- Civil War
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