Walnut officer’s style pistol or presentation case attributed to Lt. Thomas W. Custer of the 6th Michigan Cavalry, measuring approximately 9 x 20.5 x 3.25 in. The lid is mounted with period-style metal insignia including an eagle nameplate inscribed “Lt. Thomas W. Custer,” crossed sabers with “Michigan” device, and a central brass plaque engraved “Frankfort Arsenal” with an apparent date. Interior fitted with divided compartments for pistols and accessories. Accompanied by a handwritten provenance statement relating the case to Fort Abraham Lincoln and the Custer family, together with typed historical and catalog reference sheets concerning Thomas Ward Custer, the only soldier awarded two Congressional Medals of Honor during the Civil War.

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Fair to good overall. Walnut case exhibits age-related surface wear, scattered scratches, shrinkage cracks, and handling marks. Interior compartments remain intact but are absent original lining and contents. Applied metal insignia and brass plaque retain aged patina and oxidation. Accompanying handwritten provenance statement and printed biographical materials show expected age toning and handling wear.