Details: This lot consists of a custom engraved copper civil war pre-dog tag identification or name disc. The obverse of the token shows US eagle, shield, olive branch and arrows in a sky with 13 stars and reads "UNION IN THE WAR OF 1861, 2 & 3" and the reverse reads "JOHN J. PROCTER [sic] CO C 23RD MASS". Research by the collector shows that Proctor was a drummer and was wounded at the Battle of Whitehall in 1862 and discharged. There is a small hole drilled for hanging and the diameter measures 29mm.

This lot is from the estate of a well-known and well-respected lifetime Civil War collector in Upstate New York. Worth Auctions will feature scores of antique firearms, edged weapons, paintings, and unusual items. A selection of post-1898 firearms by major manufacturers will also be featured.

Condition / Notes: This dog tag token is in excellent condition and shows signs of normal period wear that may include patina, abrasions, rust and soiling.

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