VERMONT MILITIA GENERAL’S UNIFORM.

VERMONT MILITIA GENERAL’S UNIFORM. This uniform dates circa 1835 and is double breasted with very desirable R&W Robinson back-marked Vermont Militia buttons (Albert-VT-5). Buttons measure about 22mm and retain virtually all of their original gold plating. Coat originally had 32 of these buttons and is missing one which could be replaced. A pair of gilded epaulets with a pair of 1-3/4″ General stars are sewn to each epaulet, though one star is loose it can easily be re-sewn. Coat is typically called a coatee or tailcoat and were popular in the early 19th century. Blue wool body is bordered by buff collar and trim and cuffs. Sleeves are lined in a white/tan twill material. PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Coat overall is very good with good color. There are scattered moth tracking and several small old tears and repair to white trim on tails. 4-41418 JS28 (4,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011

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
	2468	$4,312.50	VERMONT MILITIA GENERAL’S UNIFORM. This uniform dates circa 1835 and is double breasted with very desirable R&W Robinson back-marked Vermont Militia buttons (Albert-VT-5). Buttons measure about 22mm and retain virtually all of their original gold plating. Coat originally had 32 of these buttons and is missing one which could be replaced. A pair of gilded epaulets with a pair of 1-3/4″ General stars are sewn to each epaulet, though one star is loose it can easily be re-sewn. Coat is typically called a coatee or tailcoat and were popular in the early 19th century. Blue wool body is bordered by buff collar and trim and cuffs. Sleeves are lined in a white/tan twill material. PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Coat overall is very good with good color. There are scattered moth tracking and several small old tears and repair to white trim on tails. 4-41418 JS28 (4,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011 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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