INDIAN WAR PERIOD ENLISTEDMAN'S KEPI

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Item Code: M19025

An example of the pattern 1872-1880’s enlisted man’s kepi. This type of cap was introduced into the regulations for the U.S. Army and other branches of services during the post-Civil War era. This specimen is complete, although it does show some areas of moth damages, most of which is located to the lower rear band, several on the crown and scattered spots around the body. Internally, the cap still contains its complete leather sweat band and “Bag type” brown polished cotton liner. The visor and chin-strap exhibit’s the classic patent leather coating (Which over the years has crazed and wrinkled).

Measurements:

Visor, 1 ¾”

Chin Strap: ¾”

Height of cap: Front Rise. 2 ¼” at the rear 5 ½”

Crown diameter: 4 ¾”

Head Size: Approximately: 6 ¾”

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