US Pre-WWI New Jersey Essex Troop Waistbelt & Baldric Cartridge Pouch
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $250.00

Original era manufacture A nice quality set as worn by an elite unit formed in 1890, for parade and civic functions, joining the New Jersey National Guard as Cavalry Company A in 1893. The set consists of a black folded leather sword belt with German silver intertwined letters ET on brass. In addition, a French inspired black folded leather shoulder baldric with brass fittings, supporting a brass trimmed pouch with an starburst emblem on it's cover, this in turn decorated with an enameled cypher surmounted by a horse head. Overall sound condition, exhibiting normal age and wear.