BELT BUCKLE PLAQUE OF THE SECOND COMPANY OF THE KING'S MILITARY HOUSE MOUSQUETAIRES, KNOWN AS THE "BLACK MOUSQUETAIRES", model 1814, First Restoration. 22255
Silver-plated copper rectangular-shaped buckle, H 7.7 cm, width without the curve 8.5 cm and with the curve 9.3 cm. The plate has a specific construction for this model. The center is cut out to receive a motif in the shape of a Mousquetaires Cross with fleur-de-lis, golden rod and fleur-de-lis on a sandblasted silver background. The plate is embossed in relief at the cutout of the four angles of the cross with a quintuple flame, bordered by a fine protruding molding. On the back of the plate, the central motif is fitted and soldered, and the whole plate is covered with a layer of tin. Complete with the rear hook and loop.
France.
First Restoration (1814-1816).
Very good condition, missing the two prongs.
Reference :
22255