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Marked "NEW JERSEY" on butt plate, "WILSON" on lock, and "LONDON" on top of barrel. "S/3" (S over 3) marked on wrist plate.  Produced by Richard Wilson of London.  Possibly from arms acquired by the Colony of New Jersey in 1757. Similar examples have been found with New Jersey and New York markings. 

Creator
Name: 
Richard Wilson
Description
Content: 
<p>Marked &quot;NEW JERSEY&quot; on butt plate, &quot;WILSON&quot; on lock, and &quot;LONDON&quot; on top of barrel. &quot;S/3&quot; (S over 3) marked on wrist plate. &nbsp;Produced by Richard Wilson of London. &nbsp;Possibly from arms acquired by the Colony of New Jersey in 1757. Similar examples have been found with New Jersey and New York markings.&nbsp;</p>
Identifier
Type: 
2007.00.0113
Institution: 
American Revolution Center
Images: 
British Commercial Pattern Musket With Brass Mounts-49009
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