BELT BUCKLE PLAQUE OF THE SECOND COMPANY OF THE KING'S MILITARY HOUSE MOSQUITO-QUALIFIED, KNOWN AS THE "BLACK MOSQUITOES," 1814 model, First Restoration. 33820
Rectangular copper belt buckle plaque with silver plating, height 7.8 cm, width without the curvature 8.6 cm. The plate has a specific construction for this model. The center is cut out to receive a motif in the shape of a fleur-de-lis Cross of Mosquito-qualified, with golden rods and fleur-de-lis on a sanded silver background. The plate is embossed with a relief at the cut-out of the four corners of the cross with a five-flame design, bordered by a thin projecting molding. At the back of the plate, the central motif is fitted and welded, and the entire plate is covered with a layer of tin. Complete with rear hook, loop, and two prongs.
France.
First Restoration (1814-1816).
Perfect condition, never cleaned.
Reference :
33820