Carbine Cartridge Box

Object/Artifact

Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Entry/Object ID

2025.36.002

Description

One leather Federal issued Civil War .58 caliber carbine cartridge box, Model 1855 made by S. Young & Co. In Newark, NJ. Front of leather case has a brass "US" cartridge box plate. Under the large outer flap the interior has a second flap over the main compartment which still has the original tin insert inside. A third flap with a leather tab secures a flat pocket on the side. The exterior flap can be secured by a leather tab that a brass stud fits through. There are two straps on the back to secure the box to a belt. There are also two buckles for a shoulder strap. Has a very faint R. White inspector mark on the front.

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Made/Created

Manufacturer

S. Young & Co.

Date made

circa 1862 - circa 1865

Place

State/Province

New Jersey

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Stamp

Location

Front flap

Transcription

R. White / U.S. / Ord Dept. / Sub Inspector

Language

English

Material/Technique

Stamped

Notes

Very faint

Type

Manufacturer's Mark

Location

Back

Transcription

S. Young / & Co. / Newark/N.J.

Language

English

Material/Technique

Stamped

Notes

Very faint

Dimensions

Height

7 in

Width

8 in

Depth

2-1/4 in

Material

Leather, Brass

Relationships

Related Events

Event

Civil War