Circa 1854-1855 1st Regiment of Foot (Royal Scots) Cartouche Box Plate Crimean War Era
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Description
This is a circa 1854-1855 1st Regiment of Foot (Royal Scots) cartouche box plate. The plate bears the regiment's motto, "Nemo me impune lacessit" (No one attacks me with impunity), of course framed by thistles. This piece dates to the Crimean War era. No longer an active unit, the Royal Scots was the oldest British Army infantry regiment.
VINTAGE:Circa 1854-1855 (Crimean War).
SIZE:About 2-5/8" in width by 2-5/8" in height.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Stamped brass.
ATTACHMENT:Three screw posts with ringed nuts.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a Crimean War era Great Britain militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. Ebay VEJXM06 LFEJX SLGIEX3/14
CONDITION:7+ (Very Fine+): The plate has some minor wear and tarnishing.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
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