Original Civil War U.S. Belt Plate and Belt

This is another nice piece being offered, it is an original Civil War U.S. Belt Plate and Belt. The belt is the early war issue with the remnants of the original standing loop keeper. This was superseded shortly after the onset of the war, by a brass keeper that was affixed to the end of the belt. It exhibits a pleasing patina to the front of the plate, with arrow hooks and full lead solder filling on the back

It is a strong example of a typical U.S. Infantryman’s belt and plate and is in overall very good condition. The hide belt is supple and free from cracks and damage.