Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in solid condition. The outer flap has a “US” box plate mounted in the center; its weight helped keep the flap closed. The flap retains a nice smooth surface. The latch-tab is stitched to the flap and remains whole and unbroken. Leather is slightly stiff and shows light use overall. The inner flap is marked “CROSSMAN / MAKER / NEWARK, NJ” and retains both “ears” stitched to the sides. The implement pouch is complete with some crazing and wear. There are still two good cartridge tins with this box. The bottom of the box features the typical brass finial and both iron roller buckles. Stitching remains strong overall.  Belt loops attached to the back are sewn and riveted.

The shoulder sling is complete and original to the box, showing the smooth wear and “pull” from carrying the box loaded with heavy packs of cartridges. The upper portion of the sling exhibits heavy surface crazing with some loss of finish. The eagle breast plate is still secured to the sling. Both brass plates display a dark patina.

Edwin A. Crossman & Co. was a significant leather goods manufacturer based in Newark, New Jersey, during the mid-19th century. Primarily known as E. A. Crossman & Co., the company was a prominent harness and leather maker and was a major contractor for the U.S. government during the Civil War, producing essential military accoutrements.

A nice Civil War infantry cartridge box, with original sling and plates, that saw service.  [jet] [ph:L]

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