Model 1851 New York State Artillery Shako

The shako has an exterior of blue and white wool, mounted with a brass New York state seal and the brass letters “KG”. The wool body is somewhat dusty and soled with age. The body has scattered mothing but the shako makes a very good appearance.  The shako visor surface is somewhat dry and toned with age. The leather chin strap is retained by two eagle “A” buttons, one of which is detached from the shako body. The interior silk lining is loose and mostly detached from the interior body of the shako. The interior crown is maker marked.