Description
This is an incredible find–not only a very rare Civil War belt plate, but one which not only was found on a major battlefield, Chancellorsville, Virginia–from private property, legally–in 1978, but showing a soldier’s ingenuity as the tongue is clearly a field repair using an IRON hook! This plate was recovered June 4, 1978 and has been in a private collection for over 40+ years. It is not only in fantastic condition, but truly is one of a kind. The item is pictured with the original asking price tag from a major Civil War show…this one is a “must have.” The mellow chocolate patina on the face is simply beautiful on this rare puppy paw stud plate with full lead solder filler on the back.
