Original Union Army Model 1861 cartridge box. This version is distinguished from earlier examples (such as the model 1857) by the rivets that hold he belt loops in place. The box is complete, with all buckles, loops, and tabs in place and secure, as are the side ears on the inner flap. The two magazine tins, the implement pouch with flap and tab are all in place. The leather has a nice black surface overall with some minor wrinkling from flexing, and a few rubs to the cover, but no large areas of flaking or major loss of finish to the leather. The box plate, stamped US, shows some evidence of honest wear and has a very mellow patina. This is a very honest example of a core accouterment for a Union infantryman.


[Civil War, Union, Confederate, Uniform]