U.S. CIVIL WAR ERA LEATHER PERCUSSION CAP BOX

U.S. CIVIL WAR ERA LEATHER PERCUSSION CAP BOX

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$95.00

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Item Code: 2025-2032

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This is a solid, honest example of the standard U.S. infantry percussion cap box, the belt-worn pouch that held the soldier’s supply of musket caps. It’s constructed of black bridle leather with the classic shield-shaped outer flap, an inner safety flap, and the original brass finial on the closure tab. The maker’s or inspector’s markings are lightly visible on the outer flap.

The rear of the box is in good shape. Both belt loops are present and each sewn down with tight, even stitching and secured at the top and bottom edges with a single rivet, showing a pleasing green verdigris patina. The bottom of each loop has a small wear tear in the leather near the rivet. The stitching around the perimeter of the body is complete and tight throughout, and the leather on the back retains a good deal of its original black finish with a mellow sheen and only light surface crazing.

The outer flap shows heavier, honest wear consistent with age and field use. The right-hand side flap ear stitching has deteriorated and is now loose inside the box. The finish displays overall crazing with some flaking to the surface grain. Two small holes are present in the upper portion of the flap with a faint oval outline of some sort of plate. The flap retains its shape and closes properly over the brass finial, which is original and firmly attached to the lower tab.

Opening the box reveals the inner safety flap, still present and in good, supple condition. The fleece lining at the mouth of the box, used to keep caps from spilling out, survives, though it has worn down considerably to a tan nap. The interior shows period dust and grime that has not been cleaned out. The leather throughout remains sturdy and displayable, with no dry rot or brittleness. No vent pick is present.

Approximate dimensions: body measures about 3¾" wide by 3½" tall, roughly 4½" tall measured to the bottom of the closure tab. Belt loops are approximately 1/2" wide. All measurements are approximate.

A good, original cap box at an affordable price, ideal for filling out an infantry belt rig or adding to a collection of Civil War accoutrements. [stp][ph:L]

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