Original U.S. Civil War Cartridge Box Sling Eagle Breast Plate - Unissued British Antique Guns The scabbard of this example

The scabbard of this example still has a very good black enamel finish

not one that was sold off as surplus

143 in paint

This is a very nice camouflage boonie hat

original correspondence and more

Original U.S. Civil War Cartridge Box Sling Eagle Breast Plate - Unissued British Antique Guns The scabbard of this exampleOriginal Item: Only One Available. Pattern 1826 Eagle Breast Plate with lead filled back. Both mounting loops are still attached. The front brass face has fantastic crisp details and has aged wonderfully. No major defects, dents, dings or issues. This example is about as nice as they come. In the early years of the American nation, the need for a national symbol was acutely felt. The new nation appropriated many existing symbolic forms, but none were