Best described here by our illustrations as to condition and eye appeal, this seldom found original U.S. Mod. 1821 infantry shako plate measures 3 1/8 in width with two period proper soldered on wire fastening loops. Struck from sheet brass in that sharp detail that knowledgeable collectors demand as evidence of period authenticity, this rare offering sports a most appealing natural age patina as additional good evidence of age and originality. Worn on the bell crown leather shako by regular U.S. Army units and state militias during the 1820s through the Mexican-American War era, surplus plates left in federal and state arsenals saw limited use into the Civil War. (see: Stanly Philips - Excavated Artifacts of the Civil War supplement 1, pages 111 & 113) Buy with confidence! We are pleased to offer a no questions asked three day inspection with return as purchased on direct sales! Just send us a courtesy e-mail to let us know your item will be returned per these provisions and your purchase price will be refunded accordingly. Thanks for visiting Gunsight Antiques!