Original U.S. Pre-Civil War Militia Waist Belt Buckle Plate - Ca. 1850 16th Century As used in the IMA

As used in the IMA UZI parts sets

most evident near the tip

Marine Detachments Afloat or ship detachments were assigned to aircraft carriers

There is a lot of worn in dirt and grease on the 1/3 closest to the cross guard

with probably 40% of the plating remaining

Original U.S. Pre-Civil War Militia Waist Belt Buckle Plate - Ca. 1850 16th Century As used in the IMAOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a lovely example of a Pre Civil War Militia waist belt plate for an Enlisted man. The buckle has heavy wear overall but is still in good shape with a lovely patina. This is a popular style of panel plate marketed before & during the Civil War. The original die was sunk in the 1850s, possibly at Philadelphias Horstmann company. A great belt plate, ready for further research and display.