Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1872 'Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War' Cavalry Issue Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi - Size 7 1/4

Item DescriptionOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fair example of an early Indian War Model 1872 U.S. Army Regulation Kepi worn by a member of the Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War. This U.S. Army Model 1872 Kepi features fabric of dark blue wool broadcloth, with a painted leather visor, Moroccan leather sweatband, with black polished cotton lining in the crown. The crown stands 2 3/4' high at the front, 4 3/4' at the rear seam and the top is 4 1/2' in diameter. The body of the cap meets a band of wool seamed only at the back and stiffened with leather. This example dates to roughly 1885-1890 and is in fair condition with an original leather chinstrap attached at the two buttons.The original leather chinstrap is present, being secured on each side of the cap by a Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War button. There is no maker mark but the now mostly-detached sweatband still retains a size sticker, 7 ¼. The sweatband only retains 20% of its stitching and should be restitched to prevent further deterioration.A nice example of an M1872 kepi. Ready for display.Shipping RestrictionsThis product is available for international shipping.Payment OptionsEligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal & Sezzle