CANADIAN SABRETACHE PLATE

CANADIAN SABRETACHE PLATE

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This rarely seen plate was designed to be attached to the sabretache of a mounted artilleryman of the Canada Militia. It dates as early as 1876. It is virtually identical to the plate worn on the blue " Home Service Pattern Helmet" worn across the British Empire until 1910. In the early 18th century, hussar (light) cavalry became popular amongst the European powers, and the tarsoly was often a part of the accoutrements. By the 19th century, mounted light artillery began wearing these in full dress and undress mode. The German name sabretache was adopted, tache meaning “pocket”. It fulfilled the function of a pocket, which was absent from the tight-fitting uniform. In its earliest form the sabretache’s large front flap and could be used as a firm surface for writing. In later years this style was set aside for full dress and a more utilitarian, “undress” sabretache was adopted for field use. This plate is designed for battle dress or undress. Regulations for the Canada Militia, published in 1887 describe its method of wear as: “When mounted, the top of the sabretache is to be horizontal and in line with the bend of the knee. The same length of slings to be maintained when dismounted.”

The stamped brass plate measures 4 inches in height by 3 inches across. It is backed with a wash of lead and has 3 brass wires to facilitate attachment. The motif is the Royal cypher of Great Britain with the addition of "CANADA" in the center above a cannon and below this " QUO FAS ET GLORIA DUCUNT" (Where Right and Glory Lead). Well-worn there is trace evidence of gilt in the crevices. The patina is a light plum brown and the condition is perfect. Worn in conflicts like the Riel Rebellion of 1885 and the Boer War 1899-1902 this is a rarely seen item anymore.   [pe][ph:L]

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