Liscum Bowl

The Liscum Bowl is a silver punch bowl at Fort Carson, Colorado, with handles spanning over 3 feet and standing nearly 2 feet tall. The complete set includes a matching ladle over 2 feet long and multiple silver cups designed for ceremonial use.

Arthur & Bond Company created this silver bowl in 1902 using bullion discovered in a Chinese mint after the Battle of Tientsin during the Boxer Rebellion. The piece emerged from the combination of wartime acquisition and skilled craftsmanship.

The bowl displays four imperial dragon handles peering over its edge, blending Chinese symbolism with Japanese craftsmanship from the Meiji period. This cultural fusion reflects the military experience in Asia during that era.

The piece weighs approximately 43 kilograms in total and is held at Fort Carson, where it is displayed for institutional events. The best time to visit is when the regiment organizes special ceremonies or exhibitions related to its military heritage.

Every officer who served with the 9th Infantry Regiment in Asia between 1900 and the Korean War has his name engraved on the silver cups. These names transform the set into a memorial for generations of soldiers.

Inception: November 2, 1902

Creator: Arthur & Bond Company

GPS coordinates: 38.55556,-104.84250

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24