This economical .58 caliber cartridge box made from tarred canvas can be used by CS riflemen. It is a replica of the 1855 .58 caliber pattern and includes tins. The outer body and flap are made from a doubled sewn layer of tarred canvas. The end panels are made of leather. Each inner flap and the tool pouch are made from a single layer of tarred canvas. The closure tabs are made of leather. The closure finial is brass. It has belt loops, per the original, on the back.

This CS cartridge box was likely made by one of the manufacturers associated with the Columbus Depot.  

Imported.