This is a very nice displaying piece! It is an original Civil War soldier’s cartridge box with the sling remaining. This is the classic .58 caliber style that was so heavily used during the Civil War. The outer flap still has the very nice original “US” cartridge box plate present with nice clear lettering. When you raise the outer flap you are greeted by the inner flap as well as the implement compartment. The innermost compartment has the original tins intact with a fine look. On the bottom of the box it has both of the original roller buckle as well as the finial and closure tab. The box is accompanied by a nice looking original leather shoulder sling with the breastplate intact. You can tell by the wear to the face of the breastplate that this one was used but not abused by the soldier. This is a fine displaying set that will look great beside your Civil War rifle.