Lituus, Buccina and Cornet Trumpets. The Lituus is from the Roman Cavalry and is the straight instrument with the curved end. The Buccina is from the Roman Infantry and is curved. The Cornet with two valves is one of the earliest adaptations of the increasingly popular pistons.

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4950 x 3246 px | 41.9 x 27.5 cm | 16.5 x 10.8 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
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Lituus, Buccina and Cornet Trumpets. The Lituus is from the Roman Cavalry and is the straight instrument with the curved end. The Buccina is from the Roman Infantry and is curved. The Cornet with two valves is one of the earliest adaptations of the increasingly popular pistons.