Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Military Regalia












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Grenadier Bearskin Cap, 1790s











Grenadier Bearskin Cap 1800-15
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 Gold Epaulet        

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Epaulets







                                                                     Late 18th Century Embossed Gorget






Pioneer Crossed-Axes Plate 



 Bugle and Grenade Cartridge Pouch Plate








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Crowned "N" Cartridge Pouch (Giberne) Plate 











French Cockade on Shako 




Lion's Heads and Snake Waistbelt clasp





General Officer's Waistbelt Plate



























French Marshal's Bicorn








Officer Bonnet de Police


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Buff Leather and Gold Sword Tassel with Crimson CentreThis knot was used by various cavalry units at various times.  The 1st Life Guards used on and off throughout it history (1796 -1822, 1831-1857, 1872-1945).  The Heavy Cavalry used it from 1822 to 1883.

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