Antique Leather Civil War Horn? What Is It

[susiecat]

Not sure what this item is,leather horn.I've had this about 15 years came out of an estate sale years ago.Has an initial on front carved in leather.

[mart]

Did you ask at the sale ??

[Pelady]

I believe this is meagaphone.  How long is it?  Small one’s used in the bleachers or on rowing crew boats etc.

[cogar]

Right you are, Pelady.   

[susiecat]

Mart I didn't because at that time I throught it was an old dice horn,I have it pack in my tote I believe it's maybe 12-15".

[KC]

I beg to differ.  I believe it is a "Haiden Horn"!!!!!  This is a dice drop used to prevent cheating throwing dice from 1900 time period.  These are collectible!!!  Usually run $150 (shabby shape) upwards (depending upon condition).  Perfect condition can bring up to $400.

Typically 5 to 5 3/4" H and 5" to 5 1/2" Wide !

[Pelady]

Cool KC,

That is why I was asking about size. Love learning something new! Found a little information and pics of a Haiden’s Horn.

https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/antique-early-1900s-haidens-horn-536658462

[mart]

Those are typically about 6 inches,, this is about 12 to 15 inches according to susiecat !!

[susiecat]

I can't remember,just a guess. I'll have to go and measure again,Thanks everyone.I throught it was a dice horn.

[KC]

Whoops, didn't catch that measurement.

However, look at the construction of it.  it is just like a Haiden Horn....

The leather megaphones I have seen don't typically have the bar across the center, they are generally smooth leather and have a reinforced mouth area that is leather/metal/brass, etc.

I have only seen one listed as a megaphone (currently on ebay) that is similar construction and has similar inner construction.  Don't believe it is...