Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
U.S. Model 1808 Cartridge Box, Shoulder Belt, and Bayonet, c. early 19th century, cartridge box with leather strap and flap, inside flap of painted canvas, wooden block with twenty-six holes, and two-compartment tin below; a leather bayonet belt with plain oval brass plate; and a British bayonet.
Estimate $1,500-2,000
Leather has some flaking and a break at the top of the cartridge box strap.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200