US Cartridge Box Plate - Marked "Boyd & Sons / Boston" - High Quality
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Item: Excavated US Cartridge Box Plate - Marked "Boyd & Sons / Boston" - High Quality
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 an unblemished even brown patina. The rim is fully intact with no dents. the rear has a near complete complement of solder with very mild surface flaking in a small area near the rim. Stamped into the rear is the manufacturer's mark of "BOYD & SONS / BOSTON" with every letter clearly visible. Both attachment loops are present, solid and straight up. The plate has no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs.
Recovered: Unknown
Approximate size: 56 x 88 mm.
Comments: If you are looking for one of the best excavated Boyd marked examples, then this plate is for you. This cartridge box plate will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War plate or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC9436
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