Confederate Civil War Saddle Shield / SOLD

Description

Confederate Civil War Saddle Shield

Confederate Civil War saddle shield wonderful, excavated out of confederate camp. Triangular brass plate once mounted at the front of a saddle pommel—serving both as a reinforcing plate and a decorative detail. The shield retains an even, unclean patina with natural verdigris tones, a hallmark of genuine period brass. It features three mounting holes, consistent with wartime Confederate manufacture and field use.

Saddle shields like this were a common feature on Southern-made saddles, often produced by local craftsmen or small Confederate saddleries due to the scarcity of standardized military equipment. A fine example of utilitarian Confederate horse gear that reflects the resourcefulness of Southern supply during the Civil War.

Comes housed in 5 x 6 riker display case with red velvet and descriptive card.

Inventory Number: CON 634