Original U.S. Civil War Scarce V Corps (Union Army) Cap or Uniform Badge Made of Lead with Leather Inset Category_Martini-Henry Bayonets According to Hanoi's official history

According to Hanoi's official history

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Original U.S. Civil War Scarce V Corps (Union Army) Cap or Uniform Badge Made of Lead with Leather Inset Category_Martini-Henry Bayonets According to Hanoi's official historyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of a small V Corps badge as worn on the various types of uniforms & caps of the Union Army. If not worn on a cap, these would be worn on a uniform, on the front or on a sleeve. The badge measures approximately 1 x 1 and is in great shape for its age. This scarce example was made from lead, which is one of the rarest materials used for these badges. The front of the badge is great with