A United States Civil War Era New York State 2Nd Excelsior Brigade Shako Cap Badge Auction Archive vellum pasted to the reverse

vellum pasted to the reverse

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A United States Civil War Era New York State 2Nd Excelsior Brigade Shako Cap Badge Auction Archive vellum pasted to the reverseThis 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