Sold for:
$10,455
$10,455
24th Regiment of Foot Cartridge Pouch Plate, c. 1777, brass plate with a crown over 24 , back has five studs to attach to the pouch flap (two broken), ht. 3, wd. 2 3/8 in. Note: Found on private property in the vicinity of the Battle of Bennington, Vermont. This plate is quite possibly from a member of Captain Alexander Fraser's Company of Marksmen. This unit was comprised of men from each regiment who would be chosen by their ability to shoot, strength, and good character.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2015-10-30
