Insignia Vermont Stag

[BillM]

I need help identifying this relic my dad dug.
I believe it to be a Vermont Stag. I am looking for info about where it originated, what it was used for and it's value. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

 

[UCVRelics]

I need help identifying this relic my dad dug.
I believe it to be a Vermont Stag. I am looking for info about where it originated, what it was used for and it's value. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

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What are the dimensions on it, as I have seen these on Vermont issued cartridge boxes and a smaller one for hat badges.

 

[JOHN42768]

Welcome, enjoy

 

[DixieRifles]

I thought I had seen something like that worn as a Canadian regimental cap badge or collar device. Or maybe British. Nothing with antlers that simple and the basic triangle shape.

 

[BillM]

What are the dimensions on it, as I have seen these on Vermont issued cartridge boxes and a smaller one for hat badges.

Roughly .. 1½"H X 1¼"W

 

[DixieRifles]

I found an auction site that had some insignia for 2nd Vermont Regiment.

It appears this tradition was carried down with the 1st Vermont Regiment---as seen in this modern badge.

 

[BillM]

Do you know what it's value might be ?

 

[BillM]

This is a picture of what I inherited of dad's relics that he dug in campsites and skirmish areas. I was told the buckle (bottom right) is post Civil War. ?
Thank you very much for all of your help.

 

[BillM]

6lb cannon ball dad dug near Fort Donelson, Dover TN. On the bottom of the stand it says
" dug directly across from Ft. Donelson probably shot by CSA troops at Federals".

 

[BillM]

This is my Great Great Grandfather in his homemade Confederate uniform holding his Bible. He was 43rd GA Regiment. Also pictured ... his UCV 1911 reunion badge.
I'm not sure what the Constitution buttons are from or used for.

 

[captaindrew]

Nice collection, thanks for sharing. What a fantastic image of your Grandfather, what a treasure.

 

[MRB1863]

Nice gathering of family and national history!

 

[DixieRifles]

Im not a collector but Im sure those buttons are state buttons for Georgia. I would assume they are Civil War issue.

 

[1867crete]

Wow what a treasure your father left you! Congratulations and welcome!

 

[1867crete]

Im not a collector but Im sure those buttons are state buttons for Georgia. I would assume they are Civil War issue.

Yes those are Georgia state buttons. We need to see the back marks to determine the age. This seal was used all the way up to ww1 for Georgia units. Again beautiful collection and being family history it is very special! Thanks for sharing pics!!

 

[UCVRelics]

I would assume they are Civil War issue.

Not necessarily. As 1867crete put these were made and used post Civil War by CS veteran on their reunion uniforms. The back-marks will be the tell.

 

[BillM]

I will see if I can get pics made of the backs. I assume that they are post CW since they're with his reunion badge. You all are GREAT !!
Thanks so much for all of your input and help. BillM

 

[7th Mississippi Infantry]

Welcome to CWT @BillM !

I thought I had seen something like that worn as a Canadian regimental cap badge or collar device. Or maybe British. Nothing with antlers that simple and the basic triangle shape.

Canadian was also my first thought as well.
IMO, the item looks more like a moose than a stag.

One example from the Canadian Amy:

Cap Badge - 128th Canadian Infantry Battalion - Saskatchewan. WW1.

 

[7th Mississippi Infantry]

On the other hand, it could be an old Moose Lodge fraternal item.
But only a thought ... I have no clue.

But is is an interesting artifact !

 

[BillM]

These 2 pics are of the back of the larger Georgia button.
Civil War or Reunion ?