Gorget Vintage Silver Plated

Vintage Gorget Silver Plated

This Gorget Vintage Silver Plated has a Engraved Turtle and water on it. There are pre drilled holes. This piece measures about 6 inches across at the widest point. You will see signs of wear and smudges the previous owner added a cut shoe string to make the ties. You can  polish it to remove smudges.

Metal Gorgets were originally worn by European military officers in the 18th century. In North America, Europeans gave gorgets to Native American leaders as trade goods. Over time, Metal Gorgets became prized trade items and part of Native American Regalia in the Eastern United States. This item is appropriate for French and Indian War period regalia.

You will find it lightweight to wear.

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