Based on the stamp the box could not be any older than 1896 and this is not a style box that was used during that timeframe. Additionally if this were to be considered original what would a CS stamp be doing on a US Quartermaster stamped (1896) box?
Agree. I have asked Regimental Quartermaster about the stamp, we'll see what they say.
Thank you for that info. Must be an older reproduction. Appreciate everyone's help.
What was done with all of the Confederate equipment after the war? Another question is why is there a U.S. Quartermaster stamp on this cartridge box at all? Just stamped and thrown into government inventory until discarded, sold off? Did Bannerman's sell Confederate items, anybody know? Thanks
Interesting. One buckle has the anchor mark the other buckle does not. Later replacement/ repair? Regards, Jonl51
This is an older reproduction, but since you are not convinced, take it to a local show and show it to a knowledgeable dealer such as Dave Taylor. You could even send pictures to Dave and see what he says. The design, leather and stitching are not of the ACW period.
Most CS equipment was stacked and burned, there was absolutely no need to keep it and no place to put it. Some US soldiers took souvenirs and sent them home.
Dave is in Waterville, Ohio or there abouts and you could get in touch with him and let him see it if you are ever over there.
Good thoughts. Would prefer in person examination as pictures can be misleading depending on lighting, etc. My own use of a harsh bright light to try to bring out the details on the CS stamp made the leather look very shiny. Thanks for the help.
Sorry for my late reply. Period boxes were hand stitched, yours is machine stitched. Thread type looks synthetic. Overall condition of the leather is new.
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