Original U.S. Seminole War Era 1830s Epaulettes Miscellaneous Gun Parts the blade shows weathered acceptance

the blade shows weathered acceptance markings and is rust stained

with the paint well retained

There is also a lot of woodline rust

Definitely great example by a well-known and desirable maker

In 1899 he volunteered for service with the Imperial Yeomanry

Original U.S. Seminole War Era 1830s Epaulettes Miscellaneous Gun Parts the blade shows weathered acceptanceOriginal Items. Only One Set Available. Epaulettes are a type of ornamental shoulder piece or decoration used as insignia of rank by armed forces and other organizations. Flexible metal epaulettes (usually made from brass) are referred to as shoulder scales. Their direct origin lies in the bunches of ribbons worn on the shoulders of military coats at the end of the 17th century, which were partially decorative and partially intended to prevent