December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/12/2024
A very nice example of a Confederate belt plate. This plate is known as the "Spun Hooks” variety of the solid cast belt plates and is referred to as such due to its construction of having been turned on a lathe after casting when the slag and rough edges at the base of the hook were machined. These belt plates are associated with the Western Theatre Armies, which served primarily in Tennessee and Georgia. Original blackened background is present surrounding the raised "CS" letters with line border and rounded edges. Circular pattern of lathe or mold marks around the base of the completely intact belt hooks are present on the reverse. Measures approximately 2 - 3/4" x 1 - 3/4". A nice patina has set in but does not detract from the preservation of this plate. CONDITION: Good.
Item Dimensions: 2 - 3/4" X 1 - 3/4"