Funny Old Welded Iron Caterpillar cast copper brooch The proportions of the box

The proportions of the box are terrific too

S Calvalry was established as an official branch of the United States Army in 1861

who I am guessing was this sailor's maker

booklets were published in 1934

This is a charming antique calling card

Funny Old Welded Iron Caterpillar cast copper brooch The proportions of the boxKind of silly, but kind of sweet! I'm not sure, but wonder whether the cast iron balls that comprise his body might be old musket balls (?), which someone decided to turn into a little caterpillar at some point, welding on the iron legs, antennae, and button eyes and nose. At any rate, its definitely pretty old, and fairly rusty, and not fussy at all, which I think is much of what makes it good! 4 3 8" l x 1 3 4" w x 2 1 8" t.