US Cartridge Box Plate
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Item: Excavated US cartridge box plate.
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 attachment loops.
Condition: Excellent, excavated. Its brass front, with raised letters "US", has a brown patina. The rear has nearly all of its solder but does show very minor surface flaking and a small rim dent. Both attachment loops are present. The plate has no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs.
Recovered: March 21, 1983 in the area of Chancellorsville, VA
Approximate size: 54 x 85 mm.
Comments: This cartridge box plate will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War plate or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC6186
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