CIVIL WAR WAIST BELT WITH PLATE, KEEPER & CAP BOX

$495.00 SOLD

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Item Code: 516-216

The waist belt itself is in worn but serviceable condition. The leather is very pliable, solid and complete. No rips or tears. Brass keeper is present on one end and there is a faint sub-inspector’s mark toward the back of the belt. Surface has light crazing throughout.

Attached to the belt is a good Pattern 1839 oval “US” belt plate with a face that has light scattered scratches, minor dings and a mellow patina. Reverse has 100% lead fill with both arrow hooks and tongue. Reverse shows wear to match the face.

The leather of the cap box is in good used condition. The outer flap has light surface crazing with minor surface finish loss along the edges. Latch tab is worn but good. Inner flap has both ears and a faint maker’s mark of “H. W. OLIVER.” The inside of the box is missing the fleece and pick. The body of the box is excellent. Brass finial is present. Belt loops on the back show wear from use but are otherwise solid.

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