{"product_id":"inert-50-cal-12-7mm-round-me-manroy-contract-with-4-dot-rosette-mark","title":"Inert .50 Cal (12.7mm) Round – “ME” Manroy Contract with 4-Dot Rosette Mark","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eThis complete inert .50 calibre (12.7×99mm) round features a distinctive “ME” headstamp, identifying it as part of a British military contract associated with Manroy Engineering Ltd. Unlike standard production ammunition, Manroy-marked rounds were typically produced under subcontract by major European manufacturers, adding an extra layer of interest for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eA standout feature of this example is the unusual 4-dot rosette marking visible on the headstamp. This type of symbol is understood to be a factory or production identifier used during manufacture, most commonly seen on subcontracted Cold War-era ammunition. Such markings are not widely documented, making them particularly appealing to collectors seeking less common variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eThe round is complete and has been rendered fully inert, containing no active components, making it safe for handling and display. Its full size and clean profile give it strong visual presence, whether displayed individually or as part of a wider ammunition or militaria collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eA genuine and slightly uncommon .50 calibre round with an interesting contract background and unique headstamp detail.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tom \u0026 Jerrys Militaria and Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47505173381439,"sku":null,"price":44.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9263\/6991\/files\/IMG_4533_6ae6a76c-aae1-4e27-8404-5a9e15a1cd21.jpg?v=1775771313","url":"https:\/\/tjsmilitaria.co.uk\/products\/inert-50-cal-12-7mm-round-me-manroy-contract-with-4-dot-rosette-mark","provider":"Tom \u0026 Jerrys Militaria and Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}