Conquistador implies they were taken to South America when it was first colonized by the Spanish in the 16th Century. This is probably not true. In Brazilian Portuguese "conqueror" also often means charming, a gentleman willing to conquer ladies hearts. If so, 19th Century. Many of these were made from melted church bells or cannon barrels. These shows significant wear. Possibly older than we think.
PERIOD: 19th CenturyORIGIN: Brazil, South America
SIZE: 11" x 5" x 6"H