Original U.S. American Revolution / War of 1812 Era American Cartridge Box with Rosette & Tin Insert French Artwork & Posters now displaying a great gray

now displaying a great gray oxidized patina

at other times only relatively short ones were

with a nice hinged attachment pin and forest green felt backing

The lock plate on this example is marked U

Original U.S. American Revolution / War of 1812 Era American Cartridge Box with Rosette & Tin Insert French Artwork & Posters now displaying a great grayOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the standard design for an early American made Militia leather cartridge box. These types were seen in the late Revolutionary War and were used up until the War of 1812 and later. This gorgeous example has extremely pliable leather for its age, and has aged very well. The stitching of the leather is phenomenal and both belt loops are intact, something we dont often see. The front of the flap had a lovely