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1862
Patent Cape/ Gum Blanket Button
Scarce Abel Putnam 1862 Patent
Button, designed to fasten the soldier’s gum blanket
around the neck as a poncho, or to fasten together shelter
tents. These originally sold for 1 dollar for a set of 3,
and would likely have been readily available from the army
sutlers. Rufus Ingalls, Chief Quartermaster Army of the
Potomac, wrote on May 27th, 1863, “I have examined
the Patent Eyelet Hook, and have a very high opinion of
its utility. Believing that it would be of great value to
the troops, I recommend that authority be granted to introduce
it to this army.” This one is in great condition,
and has the patent date “Nov 11 1862” faintly
stamped into the back of the button.
BUT1- $95.00
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