Original U.S. Federal 1790 / War of 1812 Rare Regiment of Light Dragoons Tarleton Cap Helmet with Velvet Turban & Silver Cord - Retained Lining Uniforms The rifle has matching serial

The rifle has matching serial number 53392 on the barrel

All needing cleaning and ready for more research

Inside is a late war rayon and cardboard liner

Francis Farington’s second son

It still retains the caution plate between the speaker and microphone

Original U.S. Federal 1790 / War of 1812 Rare Regiment of Light Dragoons Tarleton Cap Helmet with Velvet Turban & Silver Cord - Retained Lining Uniforms The rifle has matching serialOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is one of the most tremendous and prestigious pieces of American headgear we have ever offered, dating between the Federal Period (1790) and the War of 1812, a Light Dragoon Cap, otherwise referred to as a Jockey or Tarleton Cap. Derived from the visored, protective caps of leather (often velvet covered) favored by huntsmen and postillions during the 18th century, bearskin crested 'jockey caps' were first introduced