December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/10/2024
A large collection of 21 epaulettes ranging the entire span of the 19th century, including 8 matched pairs and 5 individuals epaulettes. Most of the epaulettes are French and are primarily mid-19th century, although there are a number from the Napoleonic era. There are about 4 epaulettes that appear to be German or Austrian and date from the last quarter of the century. Most of the epaulettes are of gold or silver lace/bullion composition for commissioned officers, but two pair are French enlisted patterns of red worsted. CONDITION: Fair to very good, the Napoleonic ones with some damage to the bullion and wear to the straps, but still worthwhile study pieces.