CONFEDERATE OVAL ENLISTED BELT & BUCKLE.

CONFEDERATE OVAL ENLISTED BELT & BUCKLE. This is a classic example of the CS egg which is most commonly excavated in very early sites around Mobile and Pensacola campsites and early Western Theatre battlefields. This buckle, though very commonly excavated, is quite scarce non-dug, especially on its original belt. This buckle is similar to Fig. 272 in Kerksis’ book Plates and Buckles of the American Military. This buckle was made by simple soldering a set of iron hooks to the stamped brass face. These buckles are often poorly stamped. This example has a very good, clear “CS”. This belt and buckle are guaranteed authentic and original in every regard. This is a fine example of a difficult plate to find non-excavated. It would be difficult to upgrade this plate on its orig belt. Mr. Michel’s Notes State: “Stamped brass with wire hooks held by light solder or lead filling. Oval in shape with “CS”.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel collection. CONDITION: Buckle exhibits numerous small scratches in face. Belt is flaking and has areas of insect damage, but is still sound and solid. 4-31404 JS32 (6,000-8,000)

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
	1195	$8,050.00	CONFEDERATE OVAL ENLISTED BELT & BUCKLE. This is a classic example of the CS egg which is most commonly excavated in very early sites around Mobile and Pensacola campsites and early Western Theatre battlefields. This buckle, though very commonly excavated, is quite scarce non-dug, especially on its original belt. This buckle is similar to Fig. 272 in Kerksis’ book Plates and Buckles of the American Military. This buckle was made by simple soldering a set of iron hooks to the stamped brass face. These buckles are often poorly stamped. This example has a very good, clear “CS”. This belt and buckle are guaranteed authentic and original in every regard. This is a fine example of a difficult plate to find non-excavated. It would be difficult to upgrade this plate on its orig belt. Mr. Michel’s Notes State: “Stamped brass with wire hooks held by light solder or lead filling. Oval in shape with “CS”.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel collection. CONDITION: Buckle exhibits numerous small scratches in face. Belt is flaking and has areas of insect damage, but is still sound and solid. 4-31404 JS32 (6,000-8,000) 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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