Museum Collections
Luce Center
Belt plate
Object Number:
1918.53
Date:
1860-1870
Medium:
Brass, lead
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/8 x 3 1/2 in. ( 5.4 x 8.9 cm )
Marks:
stamped: front: "US"
Description:
Brass and lead belt plate; lead-backed, oval brass plate with two arrowhead and one other hooks on back, and stamped lettering on front.
Gallery Label:
This belt plate was probably worn on a bayonet or sword belt.
Credit Line:
Gift of Isaac B. Sniffen
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.