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M1875 INFANTRY FORAGE CAP OR KEPI INSIGNIA –
ORIGINAL An original M1875 Infantry Kepi or
Forage Cap Insignia, introduced in 1875 to replace the
previous hunting horn patterns, this Crossed Rifle
pattern was the first version of the now familiar
standard Infantry insignia. This insignia was affixed
to the crown of the Infantry Soldier’s hat and measures
2 3/8” long and 1 3/8” high. This item is unissued old,
original stock, in like new condition and has the two
top attaching loops present on the reverse. As a note,
the bottom two loops were removed on every one of these
that were in the box this specimen came from. Possibly
the soldiers found the bottom two loops were
unnecessary. This insignia will be a nice addition to
your Indian War Infantry uniform and equipment
collection. $35
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