Original U.S. Seminole Wars Era Model 1824 Bell Crown “Tar Bucket” Shako with Tuft & Scarce Laced Back German SS before becoming part of the

before becoming part of the reserve fleet

Year of Manufacture: circa 1780 - modified several times later

The walnut grips show moderate wear

which is spent and inert

Shakedown and service with the 5th Fleet

Original U.S. Seminole Wars Era Model 1824 Bell Crown “Tar Bucket” Shako with Tuft & Scarce Laced Back German SS before becoming part of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is an extremely rare and rather lovely M1824 Bell Crown. This style of hat was in use during the 1824 1835 period. This is a very nice U. S. Militia bell crown "tar bucket" shako. Used by regular forces as well as militia units from 1820 1835. This very original example retains the eagle insignia. Shako retains a pressed leather rosette with star pattern militia button, white tuft plume, and eagle side