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Title Royal Scots Greys silver back pouch, hallmarked
Nationality Scottish
Period 1837-75
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This rather battered example of a mid-19th-century Scots Greys officer's pouch (worn in the small of the back on a gold braid belt) is unique to the cavalry, with its image of a captured French standard ornament as a central device. (Sgt. Charles Ewart captured the eagle of the 45th French Line at Waterloo on 18th June 1815.)

The silver hallmarks are very faint, but the rounded bottom edge of the shields dates this to 1837-75. The leather is generally faulty overall and one side mount has been repaired. The leather fastening strap is present but detached. Clearly this has been worn by several generations and has consequently seen hard use!

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Militaria : Tunics : Scottish : 19th Century]

testimonials

My order arrived this morning, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Two excellent original pieces, I must say.

Buckle is in minty condition retaining so much detail esp plummage on eagle's neck and chest, like to see those 'creases' on the legs also... a beautiful example of an early O&C buckle.

Belt is very interesting, rather thin, CROUPON stamped and also behind the tongue...maybe Allegmeine but no SS markings as you state. Beautiful piece none the less.

Thanks for a speedy transaction Chris, I am very happy with my purchase :)

B M, United Kingdom, 26.10.2018

[It] got in [arrived]! It's a fine piece.

G V, Belgium, 11.08.2008

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