Artillery "Crossed Cannons" Hat Insignia
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Item: Artillery "Crossed Cannons" Hat Insignia
Construction: Stamped thin sheet brass with soldered on wire loops.
Condition: Very good, non-excavated, four wire attachment loops present. The device has an old dull brass patina with no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs.
Approximate size: 1-3/4 x 3-1/4 inch.
Reference: Examples of similar artillery hat insignia can be found in the following relic reference books:
"American Military Headgear Insignia" by J. Duncan Campbell and Michael J. O'Donnell on page 130. figures 282.
"Excavated Artifacts from Battlefields and Campsites of The Civil War" by Stanley S. Phillips on page 89, figure 8.
"Civil War Artifacts" by Howard R. Crouch on page 155, figures 1, 2 & 3.
Comments: Images of the above mentioned pages are found in the additional images of this item. These insignia adorned the artilleryman's hat and this example will be an excellent addition to any Civil War insignia, artillery, uniform, or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC7823
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