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Object Name
Belt
Object Number
1961-28-3
Description
Belt with four stripes of gold lace and interwoven with yellow silk. Lined with black enameled leather. Rectangular gilt buckle 3" x 2". On the buckle is a silver wreath of laurel encircling the "Arms of the U.S."; eagle, shield, scroll, edge of cloud and rays bright. The motto "E Pluribus Unum" on scroll of silver, stars also of silver. Attached to belt are straps used in attaching sword. They are of the same pattern as the belt.
Comment
Part of uniform of Capt. Edgar B. Van Winkle
Category
Personal Artifacts
Date Made
ca. 1860
Materials
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