Buckles/Plates

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SMALL PATTERN 1839 US PLATE WITHOUT LEAD FILL

SMALL PATTERN 1839 US PLATE WITHOUT LEAD FILL

This is made of die-struck rolled brass in the usual fashion of the M1839 plate and has a single arrow back stud and belt hook soldered in place on the reverse, a pattern of fastener well known from… (2022-2281). Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $495.00

US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE, FROM G.A.R. POST 551 COLLECTION (YORK SPRINGS, PA)

US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE, FROM G.A.R. POST 551 COLLECTION (YORK SPRINGS, PA)

This Federal shoulder belt plate is of the regulation 1826 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear eagle in the center. Face has a… (2022-1849). Learn More »

$225.00
Originally $295.00

RELIC -- US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – BRASS WIRE LOOPS

RELIC -- US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – BRASS WIRE LOOPS

“Dug” US cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Large “US” in the center of the plate. The face remains smooth with a fine dark patina. There are some dings… (2025-3154). Learn More »

US MODEL 1886 MILLS CARTRIDGE BELT BUCKLE

US MODEL 1886 MILLS CARTRIDGE BELT BUCKLE

This H-shaped, heavy, cast belt plate was adopted by the U.S. Army in 1886 and used on what is sometimes called the “loose-loop” belt, which has woven cartridge loops and ends that are secured to… (172-6098). Learn More »

$125.00
ON HOLD

RELIC P1839 BELT PLATE – RECOVERED AT CEDAR MOUNTAIN – EX-KERKSIS COLLECTION

RELIC P1839 BELT PLATE – RECOVERED AT CEDAR MOUNTAIN – EX-KERKSIS COLLECTION

This Pattern 1839 US Cartridge Box Plate was recovered at Cedar Mountain Battlefield, with an accompanying note written by the venerable Sid Kerksis listing the date and location of recovery (in the… (2025-183). Learn More »

RELIC P1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT 2nd DEEP BOTTOM BATTLEFIELD – KERKSIS COLLECTION

RELIC P1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT 2nd DEEP BOTTOM BATTLEFIELD – KERKSIS COLLECTION

This Pattern 1839 Cartridge Box Plate was recovered by famed relic hunter Sid Kerksis in November of 1955, with a note listing the location of recovery as the “CS main line” at Fussell’s Mill… (2025-167). Learn More »

$295.00
ON HOLD

MINT CONDITION COMPLETE BUFF LEATHER CAVALRY SABER BELT

MINT CONDITION COMPLETE BUFF LEATHER CAVALRY SABER BELT

This is a Civil War U.S. cavalry saber belt in buff leather in top notch condition, complete with both saber slings, the buff shoulder support belt as well, matching plate and keeper, and contractor… (490-7193). Learn More »

BRITISH “SNAKE” BUCKLE

BRITISH “SNAKE” BUCKLE

These buckles with brass heavy-wire keepers and S-shaped link were long and widely used by British, British-colonial, and British-commonwealth troops. During the Civil War they saw use by both sides,… (2025-2830). Learn More »

$45.00
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NICE MILITIA EAGLE PANEL BELT PLATE

NICE MILITIA EAGLE PANEL BELT PLATE

This is a thin, sheet brass, panel plate, so called from the use of the central rectangular panel setting off a central eagle emblem against a frame border, came in around 1835 and became very popular… (2025-3145). Learn More »

INDIAN WARS MODEL 1874 NEW JERSEY BELT PLATE

INDIAN WARS MODEL 1874 NEW JERSEY BELT PLATE

Dating from the Indian Wars of the 1870s and 1880s, this is the Model 1874 waistbelt plate. It is a heavy cast brass belt plate with “NJ” within an oval at the center. There is a belt loop on one… (2025-3116). Learn More »

US MILITIA EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE CA1835-1845

US MILITIA EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE CA1835-1845

A very good condition die-struck rolled brass plate, slightly convex, measuring 2-1/2” by 1-3/4” and fitted with two brass wire loops on the back for attachment to the flap of a cartridge box. The… (2025-763). Learn More »

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This non-excavated Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. The face wears a… (2025-3141). Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT THE WILDERNESS IN 1969

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT THE WILDERNESS IN 1969

“Dug” US cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Recovered so long ago that the condition remains very good. Large “US” in the center of the plate. The face… (2025-3040). Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT CHANCELLORSVILLE IN 1970

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT CHANCELLORSVILLE IN 1970

“Dug” US cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Recovered so long ago that the condition remains very good. Large “US” in the center of the plate stands out… (2025-3041). Learn More »

$265.00
ON HOLD

RARE NEW HAMPSHIRE PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

RARE NEW HAMPSHIRE PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This non-excavated state-issued cartridge box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “NHSM”… (2025-3117). Learn More »

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. The brass face was polished… (595-2363). Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM WINCHESTER, RECOVERED BY STAN PHILLIPS

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM WINCHESTER, RECOVERED BY STAN PHILLIPS

This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was recovered at Winchester. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”… (595-2364). Learn More »

US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE

US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE

This non-excavated Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. There are no… (595-2382). Learn More »

MAKER MARKED US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG, VA

MAKER MARKED US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG, VA

The P1826 breast plate was still in widespread use during the Civil War as a commonly issued item to be affixed to the sling of the rifleman’s cartridge box. The plate is not overly tarnished on the… (595-2367). Learn More »

RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM CULPEPER

RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM CULPEPER

This excavated plate has a brass face with beautiful smooth dark brown patina. The detail on the eagle is good. The reverse has all of the lead fill. Both iron hooks remain and are strong. Label on… (595-2366). Learn More »


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VIRGINIA OFFICER’S BELT PLATE REMOVED FROM THE BODY OF COL. JAMES G. HODGES, 14th VIRGINIA, KILLED IN PICKETT’S CHARGE, WITH HIS COLONEL’S STARS- THE PLATE RETURNED TO HIS WIDOW IN 1903!

This historic group includes the Virginia Confederate officer’s sword belt plate removed from the body of Colonel James Gregory Hodges, 14th Virginia, Armistead’s brigade, killed at the stone wall near the 69th Pennsylvania monument and High… (846-563). Learn More »

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