The sweatband is complete and shows wear. The chin strap with original strap retainer in the crown are both complete.
Ordered by the War Department from Paris as part of 10,000 complete Chasseur uniforms in 1861. Issued to five Northern regiments including the 18th Massachusetts, 62nd and 83rd Pennsylvania, also the 72nd New York and regiments in New York's Excelsior Brigade. Measures 5 3/4" Tall, 9 3/4" Front to Back, and 6 Side to Side. Check out my other War items!! Including Many Swords, Bayonets, and more great stuff!