Bronze alloy, the hanger's plate engraved R. B. Caldwell. Robert Baxter Caldwell (1838-1919) was the son of Dr. David Thomas Caldwell, second owner of Rosedale Plantation in Charlotte. When the Civil War broke out, the younger Caldwell enlisted in Co. "B," 1st NC State Troops. The following year, on July 7, he joined Co. "F," 5th NC Cavalry and served as a trooper for the duration of the war. Included is an unrelated medal for the United Confederate Veterans 39th Annual Reunion held in Charlotte, June 4-7, 1929.

Cross of Honor 2 1/8 in. with hanger

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

The cross with a slight bend to the hanger and light green verdigris in two areas; the reunion medal with some fracturing to its silk.