Original U.S. Seminole Wars Era Model 1824 Bell Crown “Tar Bucket” Shako with Chinscales and Cords by Thomas F. Ames of Keene, New Hampshire - Excellent
-
Original Item: Only One Available. Now this is an extremely rare and rather lovely M1824 Bell Crown. This style of hat was in use during the 1824-1835 period. This example is in outstanding condition with the original chinscales, cording that goes around both sides, the hat badge and cockade, and a tuft plume that is likely a bit later.
This example retains an outstanding maker’s label reading:
THOMAS F. AMES,
MANUFACTURER OF
Patent Spring and other
SADDLES:
CHAISES: HARNESSES:
TRUNKS,
AND
MILITARY WORK.
OF EVERY DESCRIPTION,
One door South of the Unitarian
Meeting House,
KEENE, N.H.
This is a very nice U.S. Militia bell crown "tar bucket" shako. Used by regular forces as well as militia units from 1820-1835. This original example retains the eagle badge, though there are several pieces broken off of it. Shako retains a pressed leather rosette with star pattern militia button, white tuft plume, and eagle side rosettes with chinscales. Nice arched drop in the back adds a more dramatic look to the overall form, and this example retains the braided cords that attach to the two sides, extremely rare to see!
The shako retains its shape very well, and it is one of the best Tar Buckets we have ever offered.
The interior retains the leather sweatband and even retains the fabric lining that wraps around the head, a rarity!
One of the best shakos we have ever offered, ready for display.
- This product is available for international shipping.
- Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal & Sezzle
We Buy Military Antiques
Our team expert buyers travels the world to pay fair prices for entire estate collections to singular items.
START SELLING TODAY
