US Cartridge Box Plate - Small Size - Marked "W. H. SMITH / BROOKLYN"
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Item: US Cartridge Box Plate - Small Size - Marked "W. H. SMITH / BROOKLYN"
Use: Cartridge box plates were displayed on the outer flap of the soldier's cartridge box. Not only ornamental but more practically used as a weight to keep the cartridge box flap closed to prevent cartridge loss. See the additional images in this listing for an image showing its use.
Construction: Stamped thin sheet brass with solder fill and iron wire attachment loops.
Condition: Excellent, non-excavated. Its brass front, with the raised letters "US", has a smooth surface with a slightly dulled golden brassy patina. The rear has a complete complement of solder with both loops complete and straight-up. The manufacturer's stamp of "W. H. SMITH BROOKLYN" is clear and complete with every letter visible. The plate has no cracks, breaks, bends or repairs.
Approximate size: 41 x 71 mm.
Reference: A similar example is found in the following Civil War reference book:
- "American Military Belt Plates" by Michael J. O'Donnell and J. Duncan Campbell, on page 325, Plate 528.
See above page in the additional images.
Comments: The "W. H. SMITH BROOKLYN" stamp on this plate needs no white powder to hi-lite the letters which literally can be seen from across the room. It is one of the clearest marks I have encountered and this, combined with its perfect "US" front makes this a highly collectible plate. This marked cartridge box plate will be an excellent addition to any Civil War maker marked plate, accoutrement plate, or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC12249
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