September 10-12, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/11/2024
Lot consists of: (A) U.S. Army M1872 infantry officers dress shako. Bullion crossed rifles insignia with regimental "6" under an eagle and spray of stars. Retains white feathered plume. Proper tarred bill and chin strap. Eagle infantry "I" side buttons. Original thin polished cotton puckered lining with complete "BENT & BUSH / BOSTON" paper label to crown. 4 moth nips observed to outer blue felt. (B) U.S. Army enlisted M1872 infantry shako. Retains original light blue wool infantry branch denoting tape to edge of crown and sides. Proper white wool pompon is present with period attachment to inside. Original sweatband is worn, but present with a nearly complete "BENT & BUSH / BOSTON" paper label to crown. CONDITION: Very good.
Item Dimensions: 10" x 8" x 8"