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Item Specifics:
- Type: Sword Hanger / Frog Attachment
- Country / Region of Manufacture: United States
- Era: Late 19th Century (Indian Wars / Spanish-American War Period)
- Conflict: Indian Wars / Spanish-American War
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Material: Heavy Brass & Leather
- Features: Embossed "US" brass medallion emblem, long brass belt hook hanger, period hand-scratched markings on back of brass clip (looks like "44" or soldier initials).
- Overall Length: Approx. 6 inches (see scale photos)
Item Description:
Up for sale is an original antique U.S. Military leather and brass sword frog / belt hanger dating to the late 19th century (Indian Wars to Spanish-American War era).
Features a prominent round brass plate with a raised "US" emblem on the front and a long brass belt hook/hanger extension. The back of the brass hook shows light period hand-etched markings/numbers ("44" or soldier ID).
Condition Details:
- Heavy pre-owned vintage/antique condition.
- The lower leather pouch portion exhibits significant wear, aging, dry rot, and missing leather along the bottom left edge (see close-up photos).
- The brass hardware displays a natural aged patina, minor verdigris in crevices, and surface scratches consistent with age and military use.
- Sold AS-IS for restoration, parts, or as a historical relic piece.
Please review all high-resolution photos for exact condition details prior to purchasing. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
