CAST BRASS OVAL BELT PLATE ON BELT.

CAST BRASS OVAL BELT PLATE ON BELT. This plain, cast brass, oval plate was probably made prior to the American Civil War. These plates are often seen with various engraved motifs. The Confederates, utilizing whatever they could, used plates and buckles like this, based on excavated finds of similar buckles. This buckle appears to be on its orig belt, missing the sewn belt keeper. Mr. Michel’s Notes State: “Oval cast brass with flat, oval belt pins and belt hook on belt.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel collection. CONDITION: Buckle is very good, with scattered stains and scratches overall. Belt is solid, has minor crazing, and some insect damage. 4-31412 JS37 (500-1,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1199	$575.00	CAST BRASS OVAL BELT PLATE ON BELT. This plain, cast brass, oval plate was probably made prior to the American Civil War. These plates are often seen with various engraved motifs. The Confederates, utilizing whatever they could, used plates and buckles like this, based on excavated finds of similar buckles. This buckle appears to be on its orig belt, missing the sewn belt keeper. Mr. Michel’s Notes State: “Oval cast brass with flat, oval belt pins and belt hook on belt.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel collection. CONDITION: Buckle is very good, with scattered stains and scratches overall. Belt is solid, has minor crazing, and some insect damage. 4-31412 JS37 (500-1,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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