Union Corporal with Snake Belt Sixth Plate Tintype

Union Corporal with Snake Belt - Clear tintype image of an infantry corporal waring a nine-button frock with chevrons.  This scarce image depicts this young soldier wearing an English import snake belt, most likely captured in the naval blockade and then issued to Massachusetts regiments.  Housed in a patriotic leatherette case depicting an American eagle on a Federal shield.

Inventory Number: HAR 004