This is the real deal with history! This was part of his fathers civil war collection. He was a HUGE Civil War historian and taught at several universities.
Please see the pictures for condition and details. The son had this looked at by the Confederate Relic Room in Columbia South Carolina! They asked if he wanted to donate it. This was one of his absolute most prized possessions. He had it on the mantle in his living room with a light on it. NOTE the display case is not included. I was going to add it to my collection. I'll include the note I rec'd from the previous owner and the pic of the soldier I rec'd as well as the receipt from the owner that is noted above. If you have questions, please ask.I will entertain offers, but not those which are insulting for the quality of the item.