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: Fair, excavated. Its brass front, with raised letters "US", has a mixed dirty brown patina. A portion of the lower rim edge is missing with several cracks extending inward. A rim bend present at the "U" end. The rear retains much of its original solder and both attachment loops are missing. This solid plate has not been repaired.
Recovered: Culpeper County, VA
Approximate size: 56 x 82 mm.
Comments: This cartridge box plate will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War plate or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC8137
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