Civil War era Rhode Island Kepi, body comprised of blue wool with a grey lace band on a red wool band backing, two brass buttons with Rhode Island state seal attached to black leather chin strap to either side, and a black tarred leather visor. Blue velvet patch with silver metallic embroidered Old English lettering reading "R I G" within a wreath sewn to the front. Tarred brown canvas sweatband, inscribed "BE"; tarred leather interior crown piece. 2" H x 9 1/2" W x 7 1/4" D. Note: The buttons have been authenticated by Civil War button expert Bob Edmondson, Dillard, Georgia.

CONDITION: Overall good condition with wear, areas of separation, areas of loss, largest 1/2" x 2 1/2" to interior sweatband.