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Non-excavated brass, die-struck, lead-filled Civil War US 1839 pattern oval belt plate measuring 3 1/2" across. The brass has an overall dull yellow-ochre patina with some small dents and faint surface scratches scattered across the face, but the "US" and double-beaded border are still clear and well-defined. The reverse has typical Civil War era arrowhead studs, with practically all of the original lead filling still in place. There are illegible scratches present, perhaps a previous owner’s name or unit, but the date "1862" is still legible. The plate is housed in a small Riker box with red cloth backing, and is a very good example of a Civil War era waist belt plate.
