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BELT

DateCirca 1900
Geography Prince Edward Island, Canada
Dimensions97.4 x 4.5 cm
Object numberHF.80.102.24.11
DescriptionMilitary sword belt with two straps extending from it. At one end is a buckle with a snake-like decoration. At this end there is a section where the belt it doubled between two buckles. The belt has two belt loops. At the other end of the belt is a brass hook which the snake fits into. The longer extension can be moved along the belt and is attached by a belt loop and secured by a brass fitting. At the other end of the belt on the back, is a loop and a screw that holds them in place. The shorter extension cannot be moved. It is attached by a brass clip and a leather loop. There is a hook attached to the brass clip. At the top, behind the strap, is a leather piece which forms a semi-circle.