Original Mexican-American War Era Mexican Officer’s Shoulder Boards by F. Sibuet - French Imported - Subteniente Cannons & Mortars There is a faded name

There is a faded name on the canvas and we can make out was appears to be JOHN W

Scabbard Length: 16 3/8"

Children have always wanted to emulate those around them and if they’re from a military family they do so to honor them

though it was refinished at arsenal

The cylinder lock is a bit temperamental

Original Mexican-American War Era Mexican Officer’s Shoulder Boards by F. Sibuet - French Imported - Subteniente Cannons & Mortars There is a faded nameOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a gorgeous set of Mexican officer shoulder boards dating to the Mexican American War era. They indicate the rank of Subteniente or 2nd Lieutenant. They both bear Mexican Army buttons depicting an eagle with a snake in its mouth over RM for Republica Mexicana. This is a very scarce model of button, as most from this period had Republica Mexicana written out instead of RM. The shoulder boards have lovely silver