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CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE MANUFACTURED KEPI

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:14,500.00 USD Estimated At:18,000.00 - 20,000.00 USD
CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE MANUFACTURED KEPI
<B>CIVIL WAR PERIOD CONFEDERATE MANUFACTURED ARTILLERY KEPI.</B></I> This regulation style kepi features the red crown with a dark blue band around the bottom. The material is probably hop-sack or broad weave wool. The intact lining is likely polished cotton. The chin strap is tarred linen and the brim, tarred pasteboard. The chin strap eagle buttons are U. S. pre-war.<BR><BR><B>Condition</B></I>: Overall condition is good with minor moth damage on the outside fabric. Colors are bright.<BR><BR><B>Provenance</B></I>: In an old North Carolina collection until acquired by the current owner in 2004. A private Tennessee collection.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Clothing, Costumes & Jerseys (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)