Original U.S. Spanish-American War Era Marine Corps Corporal Model 1898 Khaki Tropical Uniform Tunic & Breeches - USMC
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Original Item. Only One Available. This is a very scarce USMC uniform tunic & breeches from the Spanish-American War era, a Model 1898 Khaki tropical uniform tunic. This Uniform dates from the 1898-1908 period, and was first fielded by Marines in Cuba during the Spanish-American War. This has features of an early coat such as the small pocket flaps and early brass domed buttons (all marked HORSTMANN PHILADELPHIA).
There is no name or set of initials in the uniform that we could find. Specifications from this period are particularly murky, but from what we have found, this is an earlier pattern jacket. For some, these circa 1900 khaki coats are considered the “holy grail” for collectors of U.S. Marine Corps material.
The tunic is in wonderful condition and does show signs of wear in a hot, humid climate. There is staining present and the tunic itself presents itself as “salty” with a starch like feel to it. There is no extensive damage present and this is honestly one of the best we have seen lately. Some of the buttons show varying amounts of wear so some may be replaced. The Corporal chevrons on the sleeves are in great condition and look fantastic on the tunic.
The breeches are in good order and have no markings we could find. The buttons are unmarked however this early they wouldn’t have had US MARINE CORPS embossed on.
A great complete set, comes ready for further research and display.
Approximate Measurements:-
Collar to shoulder: 9.5"
Shoulder to sleeve: 23.5”
Shoulder to shoulder: 14"
Chest width: 16”
Waist: 15"
Hip: 18.5"
Front length: 28.5"
Pants:
Waist: 30"
Inseam: 29"
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