Here is an original, unissued Civil War Federal enlisted infantry oval waist belt plate that is an extra fine specimen. This super artifact is one of those from the H. K. White Company of New York City. Harold K. White was a government inspector for the Federal Quartermaster Dept during the war. Afterwards, he became a leading dealer of military goods in New York, specializing in uniforms, accoutrements and personal items. Though not maker-marked, this US belt plate was at one time part of the Beverly M. Dubose, Jr. collection and can be seen on page 118 in the reference volume "The Illustrated History of American Civil War Relics" by Sylvia & O'Donnell, Moss Publications, 1978.

Made to the early regulation 1839 pattern, this minty oval plate measures 3½"wide x 2" high and is constructed of die-struck and rolled sheet brass. In unissued, almost mint condition, this convex-shaped accoutrement specimen has the large raised letters "US" surrounded by a double-bordered edging on the face. Entire plate face exhibits its fine, factory-original, shiny, gold gilt surface with some minor oxidation spots on the face. No dents, dings or edge pushes.

Backside of the plate, complete with its tight and intact brass arrowhead hooks, is lead filled and in smooth, strong, original condition. An old collection number (#9197) is painted unto the edge of the lead back. A few light surface scratches are noticeable on the lead surface. No lead erosion whatsoever. This minty, unissued brass U.S. oval waist belt plate is in outstanding original condition and worthy of any Civil War display or accouterment collection.

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