Excavated US Cartridge Box Plate Marked “Boyd and Sons Boston” / SOLD

Description

Excavated US Cartridge Box Plate Marked “Boyd and Sons Boston” – Inventory Number:  BEL 427 / SOLD Cartridge box plates were displayed on the outer flap of the soldier’s cartridge box. Not only ornamental but more practically used as a weight to keep the cartridge box flap closed to prevent cartridge loss. See the additional images in this listing for an image showing its use.  Construction: Stamped thin sheet brass with solder fill and iron attachment loops. Good, excavated condition. Its brass front, with raised letters “US”, has a mostly brown. Stamped into the rear is the manufacturer’s mark of “BOYD & SONS / BOSTON”. Both attachment loops are present and the plate has no cracks or repairs. Recovered: Culpeper County, VA.  This cartridge box plate will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War plate or general relic collection. Comes housed in a 6 x 8 inch display case with dark blue velvet backing and descriptive card.     Inventory Number:  BEL 427 / SOLD