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Eagle round shoulder plates (Regulation 1826)

Regulations were issued in 1826 promulgating the use of these shoulder plates.  Most were produced in the 1860's and the regulation was followed up until the end of the Civil War.  Use of these plates was generally discontinued after the war, so the shoulder plate, often called "breast plate", saw extensive use in the Civil War, even though it was an idea that had been around for a long time before the war.

All items listed are guaranteed authentic to the Civil War or as otherwise described.
Any excavated relics have been recovered from private property with owners permission.

P1612     Eagle round shoulder plate, USA, Regulation 1826

The round shoulder plate was developed from earlier regulations, most were made late 1850's or during the Civil War.  This attractive die pattern is noted for its very sharp detail and is believed to have been supplied by Wilkinson, Boyd or Pittman.  The actual sub contract maker is not known.  
Round die stamped plate, solder filled, two iron hooks intended for enlisted.
Attractive dug patina, original bends, no hooks.  
Recovered: Shenandoah Valley Va campaign  
Plate measures 64mm (approx round plate is cut)  
Ref:  O'Donnell & Campbell plate 456 or 457 (same die)     Sold!

P1613     Eagle round shoulder plate, USA, Regulation 1826

The round shoulder plate was developed from earlier regulations, most were made late 1850's or during the Civil War.  Contractor is not known.  
Round die stamped plate, solder filled, two iron hooks intended for enlisted.
Attractive dug patina, original bends, no hooks.  
Recovered: Shenandoah Valley Va campaign  
Plate measures 64mm (approx round plate is cut)  
Ref:  O'Donnell & Campbell plate 465 Sold!

P1614    Eagle round shoulder plate, USA, Regulation 1826

The round shoulder plate was developed from earlier regulations, most were made late 1850's or during the Civil War. Die design is somewhat crude but attractive.  
Round die stamped plate, solder filled, two iron hooks intended for enlisted.
Attractive dug patina, original bends, both hooks intact.  
Recovered: Shenandoah Valley Va campaign  
Plate measures 64mm (approx round plate is cut)  
Ref:  O'Donnell & Campbell plate series 440 to 468, die pattern not listed     Sold!

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