Civil War Infantry Flag Topper Spear and Crossed Arms Form with Staff Remnant / SOLD

Description

Civil War Infantry Flag Topper 

Spear and Crossed Arms Form with Staff Remnant 

 

A classic Civil War infantry flag finial, exhibiting the iconic spear-point form surmounted above crossed arms, combining a halberd-style axe blade and rear hook—symbolic of martial strength and commonly associated with regimental colors of the period. These distinctive brass finials crowned the staffs of Union flags, serving both decorative and identifying purposes on the field. 

 

This example retains a portion of the original wooden staff still secured within the socket, a particularly desirable feature that speaks to its battlefield or post-service breakage where the staff sheared, leaving the embedded remnant intact. The presence of this original wood dramatically enhances authenticity and display appeal, offering a tangible connection to its original mounting. 

 

Constructed of cast brass with a pleasing, untouched patina, the piece shows honest age and wear consistent with period use. The form remains crisp, with the blade, axe, and rear hook all clearly defined. These finials were often lost, damaged, or separated from their staffs over time, making intact examples—especially those retaining original wood—significantly more difficult to obtain. 

 

A strong and visually compelling Civil War flag staff finial, ideal for advanced collectors or display alongside regimental color groupings. 

 

Inventory Number: FLA 062