A United States Civil War Era New York State 2Nd Excelsior Brigade Shako Cap Badge GTRexclude At the re-occupation of Khartoum

At the re-occupation of Khartoum

submarine badge

thus in good/fair condition

Based out of Hampton Roads

25 mm x 33 mm

A United States Civil War Era New York State 2Nd Excelsior Brigade Shako Cap Badge GTRexclude At the re-occupation of KhartoumThis shako badge is crafted out of thin stamped brass and was used to adorn the Shako caps worn by the brigades infantry regiments. The Excelsior badges depict an American Bald Eagle clutching the Excelsior banner with 2 in the center, with both attachment loops still intact on the reverse. It measures 94 mm x 80 mm, and is in mint condition, showing only some light contact marks and mild patina. Footnote: The Excelsior Brigade was established by