FEDERAL, HARTFORD MAKER-MARKED, PERCUSSION CAP BOX
This percussion cap box is a good example of an early pattern Federal leather accoutrement carried by US infantrymen prior to and during the war. This cap box exhibits black leather in strong and tight condition. The inner flap bears the clear and strong markings of "JEWELL / MAKER / HARTFORD." Pliny Jewell and Sons were listed as leather makers in NYC and Hartford at 220 State St from 1856-1863. This piece exhibits both copper rivets and seam stitching in the construction that is still strong and tight. The black bridle leather is remarkably strong condition and exhibits very light surface cracking with some crazing and a few spots of surface scuffing. Accoutrement retains both 'ears' or side covers on the inner flap, although one is detached but still present, as well as its leather closure tab. The wool fleece pad and nipple pick are long gone. Backside of this box has two, original, leather vertical belt loops sewn on and riveted. Bottom finial is present. Stitching tight.
Measures 3 3/4 inches in width, 3 1/4 inches in height, and 1 1/4 inches in depth.
PRICE: $375
