Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched and tooled. Nice double-line stitching along length of the belt. Belt leather measures approximately 32” long (as set) x 1.6” wide, with about 4” extra that could be expanded. Leather is smooth and supple with light wear and surface “crinkling.” Stitching on the belt remains unbroken, with possibly some reenforced stitches added near the keeper. There is a leather “uniform protector” (which goes behind buckle when worn) attached to the “keeper” end of the belt. One sliding belt loop. No sword drops attached. Maker marked, “Hilborn-Hamburger Inc.” though fairly faint. Perhaps added to the buckle by a re-enactor at some point.

Pattern 1851 style of buckle features high relief details on front and narrow (0.6”) tongue on back. Face remains bright with German silver wreath. Complete with brass keeper and brass wire adjustment buckle. A matching bench mark number “223” is stamped into the reverse of the buckle and keeper.

Overall, a very good and displayable Civil War NCO buckle.  [jet/ld] [ph:L]

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