Original sealed pack of blank cartridges manufactured by D.C. (Dum Dum Arsenal), dated 1884. Pack is paper-wrapped with original string and clear factory printing reading “Rifle or Carabine B.L. BLANK” and the D.C. diamond mark. The packaging does not explicitly state caliber on the wrapper; based on the manufacture date and the service cartridge in use at the time, these are recorded and described here as .577 inch (commonly referred to as .577/.450 Martini-Henry) blank cartridges intended for drill and ceremonial use. This example remains in original, wrapped condition and is offered for collection and display only. Typical period packets contained ten blanks; pack may contain ten blanks but item is sold as a historic collector’s item. For historical/collectible purposes only — if you intend to use these blanks, please consult a qualified gunsmith beforehand.
