{"product_id":"original-us-civil-war-era-indian-wars-era-union-infantry-officer-s-kepi-with-rank-braid-and-infantry-side-buttons-9th-regiment","title":"Original US Civil War Era \/ Indian Wars Era Union Infantry Officer’s Kepi with Rank Braid and Infantry Side Buttons - 9th Regiment","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is an absolutely stunning example of a Civil War Union Officer’s Kepi dating from the later portion of the American Civil War, Circa 1862-1863. This is the classic officer’s kepi which features French Style Officer’s Braid, which was popular with both Union and Confederate officer’s during the war. Generally, there is virtually no difference between Union and Confederate caps of this style, the medium blue was common amongst both sides, even the use of the Federal Eagle buttons was common. To err on the side of caution, we are offering this cap as a Federal officer’s cap. Perhaps further research can yield otherwise.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cap is made of medium blue wool, with the braid made of fine cotton, which has oxidized to a brownish gray color over time. The visor of the cap is of painted lacquered leather, without a reinforcement edging. The Leather chinstrap matches the visor, and is secured in place by two Infantry buttons featuring a federal eagle with a shield bearing a letter in the center. The interior of the cap is lined with dark polished cotton, with a sweatband made of thin Moroccan leather with a cross hatch pattern.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an absolutely beautiful cap, that is fresh from an old collection that came out of Pennsylvania. It is a solid piece, and is offered in “as found” untouched condition. Showing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eonly the usual signs of age and honest wear, this cap was most certainly looked after and taken care of for the last 160 years!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning example! Ready for display!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40378735722565,"sku":"ONJR22MAX058","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONJR22MAX058__01.jpg?v=1665597731","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-us-civil-war-era-indian-wars-era-union-infantry-officer-s-kepi-with-rank-braid-and-infantry-side-buttons-9th-regiment","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}