Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1861 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate by Hoover Calhoun & Co. of New York Japanese Field Gear - Medal For Military Merit

- Medal For Military Merit Booklet: This is an award citation booklet which would have accompanied the medal

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You wont find a pair this nice or this large again anytime soon

It is closed with a machined brass cap

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Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1861 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate by Hoover Calhoun & Co. of New York Japanese Field Gear - Medal For Military MeritOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an attractive example of a Federal Issue M 1861 Cartridge Box. This is a genuine article made by the firm of Hoover Calhoun & Co. of New York. The Box is complete with an intact closure tab, both Shoulder Sling Buckles, and matching original tins. This is a scarce cartridge box. With the adoption of new model arms In 1855 the army decided to modify the design and size of the cartridge box. A new pattern was