Hangar for badge is a 45-70 black powder round by The Union Metallic Cartridge Co. Stamping on end reads, “U.M.C. / S H / .45-70. It dates from about 1885 into the 1890’s. The “SH” means it is a solid-head brass casing. Union Metallic Cartridge Company and Remington Arms Company merged in 1910, becoming the Remington-UMC Company. Prior to that time, they were fierce competitors in the ammunition market.

Mounted on to cartridge are two hooks which hold a heart shaped medal with beaded edge. Medal shows a raised image of U.S. Grant.

Measures 2 ½” long by 2 ¼” wide. Pin is missing from reverse. [sl] [ph:jet]

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