2237
Artillery Hat Insignia Plate, War of 1812 Period
Estimate:
$200 - $300
Sold
$600
Live Auction
November 5th, 2021 Gallery Auction l Americana Historical Documents, Memorabilia, & Weapons
Category
Description
Depicting an eagle on a cannon surrounded by 16 stars (Tennessee the 16th state, in 1790) and with numerals "76;" gilt brass, with remnants of attachment wires on back; 5 1/2 in. H., 4 3/8 in. W. Together with a similar small artillery uniform button. Displayed in a 6 x 5 in. riker case and a plastic stand.
Provenance
From the estate of a Maryland collector.