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Carbine Cartridge Box

Object/Artifact

One leather Federal issued Civil War .58 caliber carbine cartridge box, Model 1855 made by S. Young & Co. In Newark, NJ. Front of leather case has a brass "US" cartridge box plate. Under the large outer flap the interior has a second flap over the main compartment which still has the original tin insert inside. A third flap with a leather tab secures a flat pocket on the side. The exterior flap can be secured by a leather tab that a brass stud fits through. There are two straps on the back to secure the box to a belt. There are also two buckles for a shoulder strap. Has a very faint R. White inspector mark on the front.

2025.36.002

Genesee Country Village and Museum

S. Young & Co.

circa 1862 - circa 1865

New Jersey

United States of America

North America

Stamp

Front flap

R. White / U.S. / Ord Dept. / Sub Inspector

English

Stamped

Very faint

Manufacturer's Mark

Back

S. Young / & Co. / Newark/N.J.

English

Stamped

Very faint

7 in

8 in

2-1/4 in

Leather

Brass

Civil War

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