U01551 U.S. CIVIL WAR UNION CAP INSIGNIA. In 1851 a new system of branch-of-service devices was inaugurated which included a crossed-sabers insignia for Dragoons. Originally prescribed only for officers, in 1858 its wear was extended to enlisted men, and then to cavalry. In 1861 all mounted units were designated as cavalry and wore this insignia until 1872. Stamped brass, U.S. regulation crossed cavalry sabers, sheathed and with their edges upwards, 3 3/8" across and 1 3/4" tall. The four wire mounting loops soldered to its hollow-back reverse are intact. Typical age toning is evident to the obverse, but there is otherwise no damage or distracting features. Very nice!

GRADE ****                             PRICE $350.00

To Order this item, please use one of the two e-mail addresses below to contact us. Please make sure to quote the item number in your e-mail

-E-Mail Address pawmac@nbnet.nb.ca  Or  guild@nb.aibn.com

To return to the main page please CLICK below