French-manufactured Chasseur Cap

Description:

French-manufactured Chasseur Cap, c. 1860s, leather cap body and crown with two side vents, and a visor, brass plate on front with eagle, shield, and infantry horn, with blue and white pommel on top, ht. 9 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-300

Brass plate has been partially painted red and blue, chinstrap cracked, but inside cap.


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