Lot 1118:
Indian Wars Era US M1874 McKeever .45-70 Cartridge Box
Sold for: $110
Description
An Indian Wars Era US M1874 McKeever .45-70 Cartridge Box. This military-style leather cartridge box is constructed from thick, dark brown aged leather with visible perimeter stitching. The front flap features a prominently embossed “US” and secures with a brass finial and leather strap closure. The interior reveals two rows of coarse light brown fabric loops, separated by a brass or copper bar, designed to hold cylindrical ammunition. Brass components, including the closure finial and bottom rivets, show significant tarnish and verdigris. Faint, illegible handwritten script is visible on the interior fabric lining.
Condition report:
The item exhibits substantial signs of age and use, including creasing, surface cracking, and wear to the leather, although its overall structure appears intact. Significant tarnish and verdigris are present on the brass components. The interior fabric lining shows wear and faint, illegible handwritten script.
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