United States Army Shako Helmet Plume Holder

This is a plume holder for a United States Army shako-style helmet. The design is four tall leaf fronds joined together in a circle with one overlapping leaf in front which resembles a blaze of fire.

Circa 1870s.

Approximately 2-1/4" height and 1" width and 7/8" depth.

Brass.

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAJX08 LFEX7/10 SFEX6/12

7+ (Very Fine+): Holder shows spots of light to medium tarnish and one leaf is slightly bent out at top.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.