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Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons
Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons

Uniform, Frock, US Civil War, 1876 Centennial, Indian Wars Era, Staff Buttons

$ 340.56

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Condition: Wonderful Condition. Excellent Interior. Excellent Exterior with exception that some seams coming loose. See Photos. Not Mothed. Complete set of US Staff Buttons with G W Simmons & Son, Boston backmarks. Civil War Militia Epaulettes Included, Unknown Provenance.
  • Conflict: Indian Wars (1866-97)
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

    Description

    A Rare and Colorful Uniform Frock Coat of Unknown Origin.  Possibly Massachusetts based on Maker's label.
    A 1876 Centennial Celebration or Indian Wars Period Uniform.  Possibly (?) Civil War Era.
    Very Good to Excellent Condition.  No Mothing.
    The set of "G W Simmons & Son, Boston" Buttons all match.
    Some Seams opening but nothing serious or unrepairable.
    The Tailor's tag is "T W Simmons & Son, Oak Hill, Boston" and indicates made for a "Mr. J O Royell".
    The uniform is shown with a pair of US Civil War Militia Epaulettes which are quite likely similar to the epaulettes that originally adorned this uniform and add to the visual impact of this unusual display piece.
    They are NOT however included in the auction.
    Illustration purpose only!
    This is a highly unique and unusual uniform despite its unknown provenance (other than tailor and US Staff Buttons) and will make a Marvelous Display Center Piece for your collection.
    You are welcome to make a reasonable offer on this uniform.