EXCELLENT-PLUS, MAKER-MARKED, PRE-WAR REGULATION 1839 PATTERN U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE

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Item Code: M20235

This small, maker-marked, regulation 1839 pattern brass waist belt plate is one of the variant types used by U.S. enlisted dragoons or riflemen prior to and early in the Civil War. A good number of states continued to purchase these small US plates for their troops during the early part of the war. Box plate measures 41mm x 71mm and is constructed of die-struck, rolled brass with a lead filled backing set with brass belt hooks. Plate face is in absolutely excellent-plus condition and retains just about all of its original, bright gold gilt. No dings, dents or scratches are evident on this specimen save two tiny dark oxidation spots at the border over the letter "S". They do not detract from its remarkable appearance.

The specimen's lead backing has its single brass arrowhead hook and clasp device, both strong and tight. Lead is smooth with no signs of erosion or blemishes, save for normal scuffing. No maker's stamp visible. Here is an wonderful example of a government regulation 1839 pattern, small brass oval waist belt plate from the pre and early Civil War period in outstanding condition. An extraordinary oval belt plate to add to any accoutrement or plate collection.

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