In addition, the box retains its very rare, two-ply painted-linen, original shoulder sling. Sling, which has been stitched and reinforced with threading sewn in a decorative, diamond-pattern design over the entire strap, even has its two leather billets secured tightly to the buckles. The shoulder strap is in very good condition and measures approximately 66" long x 1¾" wide and is made from coarse, double-ply linen material. Sling has one weak area that has been re-enforced with a smaller rectangular piece of the same type of linen material.

Outer flap measures approximately 8" across the top with a 3½" high, heavily cut and scalloped front edge that has a makeshift 6" long x 1" wide leather closure tab. Tab was once a portion of the original flap that has also been modified with an extra section of leather sewn to the tab. Inner box flap is thin but strong and retains just one of the end flaps or "ears" sewn to the edge. Flap on the implement pouch has most of its hand-stitched stitching torn away from the box. The original tins retain a bright sheen and are strong and intact. Box bottom has a brass pear-shaped finial tightly secured. Backside of box has the two horizontal leather strap loops at the top along with two vertical belt loops. Loops are strong and secured to box with stitching and no rivets.

All box leather is dry with light to moderate cracking and creasing visible on the hinge area of the outer flap. Signs of surface flaking appear along the bottom of the box exterior but this Confederate leather specimen is remarkably strong and supple still.

Original rebel leather, in any condition, is quite difficult to procure on the market today. This wonderful, Southern accoutrement slung by a rebel soldier is a superb artifact and a piece that would greatly enhance any fine Confederate collection or Civil War military display.

(151-93) $6,500.00

From a house in northeastern Pennsylvania. Research has uncovered that this style sling and box are of a pattern made by the Richmond Arsenal. The sling measures approx. 1 3/4" wide. Each tab has four adjuster holes. One tab is broken at the third hole. Body of the sling also has two major tears about 3/4" in length approximately 1" apart. Surface has severe wear to it but surprisingly the sling is still pliable. The underside of the sling has the initials "M.C.C." Folded over itself, the sling measures approx. 30 1/2" long, so the total length would be 61".

The box does not contain tins. We did not open the box because the outer flap has two cracks along the top of the flap, one measuring 6 3/8" and the other 3 1/2" in length. These cracks are believed to have been caused by the green leather used to make these boxes. The box itself measures 7" x 7" x 1 3/4". There is an implement pocketand an inside flap with ears. Outer flap comes even with the bottom of the implement pocket. Latch tab is long and complete. Both roller buckles are present. Finial is brass but very small and thin compared to the federal version. The back of the box has two belt loops; one is broken. There is an 'H' shaped crack on the back of the box - one arm measures 2 1/2" long and the other is 1 7/8". The crack across the center is 3 1/2". The stitching all around the body of the box is very good.

Accompanied by a crumpled section of newspaper from the December 27, 1862 New York Herald, which was found inside the box.

(193-50) ORIGINALLY $2,500.00
REDUCED TO $2,200.00

This is a cartridge box like the ones used by the Confederacy. It is manufactured to the US model 1855 rifleman's cartridge box pattern. It is made from thin black leather that is still very flexible. The outer flap has a leather latch that is attached with a single line of stitching. The inner flap has two ears attached and is crudely cut by hand without the use of a pattern. Under the inner flap is a gun tool pouch, again single stitched. On the back are two belt loops that are one inch wide. The closure finial is made from brass. Both the tins are missing.

(558-144) $3,950.00

Offered is a Confederate style cap box that appears to have been modified for cavalry use. The cavalry had to carry two sizes of percussion caps, one for the carbine and one for his pistol. Some CS cavalryman solved the problem by adding on another pouch to the outside of his regular cap pouch. The smaller pouch with a brass button was hand sewn to the outer flap. Made from brown leather this specimen has an integral latch tap made of bronze and a single wide belt loop on the back. This is the identical cap pouch shown in the article CAVALRY CAP POUCHES: YANK & REB INGENUITY in VOL. 34 NO 2 2009 of NORTH SOUTH TRADER'S CIVIL WAR.

(172-1799) $2,550.00

Brown leather box w/ characteristically Confederate rear belt loop. Outer flap exhibits cracking [no flaking], w/the rear loop near its bottom.. Inner leather somewhat scuffed w/inner flap trimmed and shortened. Somewhat. Fleece present, along w/rusted pick. Else VG. Scarce. Solid Confederate collectible.

(558-142) $1,500.00

Maker mark: [inner flap] "Baker/ N.Y./ McKenney". Smaller size box measuring 7.25" in length, 5.5" in height, 1.875" in width, with interlocking brass letters ["HMA" in cursive script] measuring 1.25" in height, fastened on outer front flap.

Box leather has been tarred, and remains in good condition with lights scraping across the front flap, with some flaking at the extremities. Finial strap broken off at lower edge of front flap. Rear and side stitching solid. Rear sling strap is stiff, and lower sling attachment buttons are missing. HMA lettering exhibits light tarnish. Else VG.

The Hillsborough Military Academy was founded January 1859, and closed for a few brief months after war broke out in 1861. It re-opened in 1862 and supplied officer and enlisted men to the Confederacy through the remainder of the war. The academy struggled on into 1867, when it was taken over by the state of North Carolina, which changed its name to the North Carolina Military & Polytechic Academy. Still struggling, the school closed for keeps in 1868.

Baker & McKenney, the New York company which produced this box, was in operation under that name from 1864-1871. Most likely the box was purchased between 1865 through 1867 - after the war, but before the NC legislature had changed the school name to North Carolina military academy, etc.

Intriguing Hillsborough cartridge box.

(185-10) $950.00

Maker mark stamp (on box lid): "B. Kitteridge & Co. Cin. O/ Patented Jan. 27 1863/ Reissued APL. 63". All-brass shell measuring 4.125" in length, 2.25" in width, 3.125" in depth. Reverse belt loops w/spring loaded-lid, which keeps the lid tightly shut. Dark coppery patina w/ patches of verdigris, most noticeably on the reverse. Else VG. Designed for use with the Henry rifle and Smith and the Smith & Wesson Carbine, this box saw some limited service during the war. Excellent collectible.

(492-09) $1,750.00

Box retains both the end pieces, a.k.a. ears, sewn to the inner flap. Inner flap is in strong and very smooth condition with no evidence of cracking or crazing. Inner flap exhibits a fine clear maker's stamp that reads "J. CUMMINGS / SPRINGFIELD / MASS.". Inner flap closes over a small implement pouch that is sewn to the front of the box. The two vertical, leather belt loops on the reverse side are strong and secured to the box via stitching and rivets. What appears as a period field modification on the belt loops is a iron harness buckle and clasp riveted to the upper end of each of the belt the loops. No black japanned roller buckles are evident on the bottom of the box nor does it appear that the bottom ever had the buckles. A very good representative example of a maker-marked, Civil War Federal carbine cartridge box. A fine accoutrement to any Civil War cavalry display or leather collection.

(123-6558) $295.00

The front flap is missing a third of the original finish although it is not very noticeable and the exposed leather is VF & smooth. The balance of the leather has age crackling. The interior flap is maker-marked "R. Neese, Phila.". The box is complete with the original wood block insert for holding cartridges. The latchtab is torn but still attached. Both roller buckles are present. Box measures approximately 9.25" x 3" 1.75". Overall an excellent example and a scarce box.

(258-62) $495.00

The pattern of 1839 musket cartridge box was developed in the late 1830's. It is the first cartridge box to utilize tins on the inside. The outer flap has a single stitched latch tab and the inner flap has ears on each end that are also single stitched. It also has an inner implement pouch that is attached with single stitching. A section of the implement pouch flap has been cut from it, probably for the leather. On the back are two shoulder straps loops, again with single stitching. On the bottom is a single round brass finial and two shoulder belt roller buckles attached by double stitching.

The strap is made from 2 ¼ inch thick white buff leather. This is of the style used in the Mexican war. Even though most of the thin outer layer of leather is missing from the flap, the box is still very flexible and sturdy. Both tins are inside and are excellent condition. All the stitching still remains tight throughout the box. Both the strap and box cover have holes where a breastplate and box plate were mounted. Again this is a fine example of a harder to find style cartridge box.

(561-07) $950.00

This pre-Civil War leather accoutrement is an original, Federal Pattern of 1857 .69 caliber cartridge box used to hold the elongated .69 caliber round or buck and ball paper cartridges. Complete with its original oval US brass box plate and twin tins, this seldom-seen cartridge box is one of only some six hundred such boxes made before the government required belt loops. However, some unknown soldier made field modifications and cut his own belt loops into the back of the box. This specimen, issued to US Regular Army troops through the 1850's, was made by the Boston, Massachusetts firm of James Boyd & Sons, one of the early and pre-war contractors for Federal Ordnance Department accoutrements. Black bridle leather of the box is strong yet exhibits moderate surface cracking and crazing to the outer flap. A leather treatment appears to have been applied to all surfaces of the cartridge box leaving a thin, whitish residue in the cracks.

Secured to the outer flap is an original, fine condition, oval, brass box plate with a doubled-bordered rim that encloses two large letters "US" on the plate face. The plate, which has acquired a very pleasing, dusky bronze patina along with a few tiny spots of age discoloration and some dings and one edge dent, measures 3.5" x 2.2" and was originally for ornamental use. However, its weight helped keep the outer flap down, protecting the cartridges from the elements. Sewn to the outer flap with a single, straight line of stitching is the original leather closure latch tab, 3¼" long by 1" wide that kept the flap from opening. An additional, thin leather supporting tab has been glued to the original tab and serves as a period repair for the original that has broken into two parts at the finial hole. A brass ball-type finial on the box bottom secured the latch tab.

On the inside of the outer flap, the wire loops of the box plate can be seen, each with a single, small piece of leather thong passing through them to secure the plate to the flap. The inner flap, used to protect the cartridges, has both end pieces, or 'ears' tightly sewn to each end of the flap. A thin leather implement tool pouch is attached to the front of the box and is in excellent condition complete with its strong and intact closure tab. On the center portion of the inner flap is a large, very clear and strong oval shaped stamp of the maker that reads, "J. BOYD & SONS / MANUFACTURERS / OF ARMY / ACCOUTREMENTS / BOSTON". The original japanned black roller buckles that secure the shoulder belt are both tightly attached to the box bottom with two straight lines of stitching, still in strong condition.

Interestingly, the backside of this pattern 1857 cartridge box has had four, hand-made vertical cuts incised to the back of box to serve as belt loops so this accouterment could be worn on the waist. Box never had the provisions of original vertical belt loops. No rivets at all are used in the artifact's construction. No black bridle leather shoulder sling. The metal tins inside the box are original and in fine condition and both exhibit a bright metallic coloring with some scattered areas of moderate rust pitting. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and is able to hold one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four. This seldom-seen, maker-marked Pattern 1857 .69 caliber cartridge box is a fine specimen of pre-Civil War issue.

(460-1039) $595.00

Attached are two plates including the original small oval US box plate. Box missing the latch tab otherwise about perfect. Marked on inside flap "Longley & Co./ Lewiston, Me./ 1863". Small oval US box plate with nice dark patina attached with the original period wire fastener, original tins. There are no other cuts for a larger plate on the front of the box. Sling very fine, just some very minor crazing and a few chips on the finish. Original 60 mm circular eagle plate very heavy and notably convex, with just some minor dents around the rim and nice patina. A very rare cartridge box set in choice condition. Ex-John Henry Kurtz collection.

(548-147) $3,250.00

This is an original and complete .69 caliber Federal Pattern 1861 leather cartridge box is in very good condition overall. Cartridge box accommodated forty rounds of .69 caliber minie ball paper cartridges. The black bridle leather outer flap on this early war accoutrement is in very strong and smooth yet supple condition with just light edge curling at one corner from use. No surface cracking and crazing visible. Edges of the outer flap are scalloped and are tight and show no cuts or breaks. Thin leather implement pouch also is smooth and blemish free. Affixed to the center of the outer flap exterior is a handsome, oval, brass US regulation cartridge box plate with the letters "US" embossed upon it. This device has two iron loops that protrude through the back of outer flap and is secured with a narrow piece of leather. Brass plate has accumulated a pleasing and mellow dark bronze patina overall, along with numerous shallow dents and dings. Upper right corner portion of the letter "S" has some vertigris on it. Original purpose of the box plate was ornamental but its weight helped to keep the outer flap down, protecting the cartridges from the elements.

A single horizontal line of stitching secures the leather closure tab to the underside of the outer flap just below the brass plate. Portion of the closure tab is still attached but has lost the bottom piece torn at the finial opening. A pear-shaped brass finial is affixed to the box bottom and served to secure the closure tab. Finial is strong and tight. Box inner flap is nicely preserved and the black, thick leather is quite strong and smooth. No maker's marks are visible on either flap. Inner flap retains its two, small, leather "ears" sewn to each end flap to protect the paper cartridges from the elements. Pouch closure tab is intact but shows surface cracking. Box backside shows two horizontal leather loops through which the leather shoulder strap or sling passes. Shoulder sling is present but is separate from the box.

Leather sling is complete with both its narrow billets and uncut. Retains its brass circular M1826 eagle breastplate attached to the strap via leather strips. Sling leather is in fair to poor condition with a surface that is heavily cracked, crazed and shows some scuffing. Box bottom exhibits both of the original japanned black metal roller buckles still attached with stitching, no rivets. One of the buckles is loose. Sewn and riveted to the backside are two vertical leather loops for a waist belt to pass through. Accoutrement retains its two original metal ammunition tins and they both bear a dusky, dark gray color. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges. This specimen of a Federal .69 caliber, 1861 Pattern leather cartridge box is a fine battle artifact in wonderful original condition. A keeper for any Civil War accoutrement display or artifact collection.

(558-251) $1,500.00

This remarkable Civil War Federal cartridge box leather accoutrement is a very good, complete and untouched original specimen. In choice attic condition, this arsenal-marked box is a Pattern 1861 early-war specimen and is the type of cartridge carrier that accommodated forty of the .58 caliber minie ball paper cartridges within.

Produced at the Federal Watertown Arsenal in New York, the leather of this cartridge box is in excellent used condition overall, strong yet flexible. Centered on the outer flap exterior is an original, brass, oval Model 1839 cartridge box plate with the letters "US" embossed upon its face. Brass plate has accumulated a pleasing, mellow bronze patina overall. Original purpose of the plate was ornamental but its weight helped to keep the outer flap down, protecting the cartridges from the elements. The leather box body is strong and tight and exhibits a smooth hard surface with no cracks. Outer flap is in outstanding condition and exhibits a surface free scuffing or tearing with the honest look of creasing at both corners of the flap indicative of much field use. A single horizontal line of stitching secures the original closure latch tab to the bottom underside of the outer flap just under the brass plate. Leather tab is strong with no tears but the tip of the tab has a small "V" notch and exhibits overall minor curling.

Leather inner flap is excellent and smooth with no cracks and exhibits both original small leather "ears" tightly stitched to each end flap to protect the paper cartridges from the elements. Centered on the inner flap is the arsenal's mark that reads "WATERTOWN / ARSENAL / 1863" in a clear and sharp stamping. An implement pouch of thin leather is sewn to the box front and is very strong yet supple condition with no spitting or tearing. Pouch cover flap shows cracking and some flaking to the surface. All stitching strong. Closure strap and loop are in good condition. At the bottom of the box are two japanned black metal roller buckles to attach the billets of the shoulder sling. A ball-shaped brass finial is tightly affixed to the box bottom and serves to secure the outer flap. At the upper backside of the box are two horizontal leather loops through which the original shoulder strap passes. Sewn and riveted on the box backside are two vertical leather loops for the waist belt to pass through.

The box's original, unshortened, black leather shoulder sling is complete with both billets present, all in strong condition. Exterior surface of the shoulder strap displays minor cracking and crazing overall and shows some scattered spots of flaking. A very fine condition, brass, circular Model 1826 Eagle breastplate is secured to the strap front via a piece of leather strip. Original to the box are its two metal tins that have acquired a dark, dusky gray color. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges.

This fine looking, arsenal-marked US cartridge box is a wonderful Civil War specimen for any military collection or display.

(496-06) $2,250.00

This original .69 caliber Federal Pattern 1861 leather cartridge box, manufactured by the Rueben Nece Company of Philadelphia. Cartridge box, in fair condition overall, accommodated forty rounds of .69 caliber minie ball paper cartridges. The black bridle leather outer flap on this early war accoutrement is heavily cracked and suffers from crazing and scuffing. Edges of the outer flap are scalloped and show tiny areas of red rot. Outer flap exterior has no oval US cartridge box plate nor does it appear to ever have one. A single horizontal line of stitching secures the leather closure tab to the underside of the outer flap. Closure tab is still attached and is intact and not ripped or torn. A ball-shaped brass finial is affixed to the box bottom and served to secure the closure tab. Finial is strong and tight. Box inner flap exhibits the remains of the maker's stamp that reads "R. NECE". Flap suffers from moderate flaking and cracking. Inner flap retains its two, small, leather "ears" sewn to each end flap to protect the paper cartridges from the elements. Thin leather implement pouch has moderate flaking to the flap. Pouch closure tab is strong and intact but shows surface cracking.

Box backside shows two horizontal leather loops through which the leather shoulder strap or sling passes. No shoulder sling. Box bottom exhibits only one of the original japanned black metal roller buckles attached with stitching. Sewn and riveted to the backside are two vertical leather loops for a waist belt to pass through. Accoutrement retains its two original metal ammunition tins and they both bear a dusky, dark gray color. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges. This specimen of a Federal .69 caliber, 1861 Pattern leather cartridge box is an early war artifact and would make a nice addition to Civil War accoutrement collection.

(558-250) $350.00

This maker-marked, Civil War Federal accoutrement is an original, late-war pattern leather cartridge box in fair to good condition. Often referred to as a pattern of July 1864, Type 2, this cartridge box features the letters "US" within a border stamped or embossed upon the outer flap in the same size and style as the brass plate it replaced from earlier models. All stitching is strong and box retains its end pieces or "ears" sewn to the inner flap as with Type 2 boxes. Exterior of this cartridge box features a cracked surface of black bridle leather with light surface crazing evident. Heavy flaking and scuffing is seen on the outer flap at the top hinge area. Inner flap is strong with no flaking but some light cracking. Lower left area of the outer flap boasts an oval government Ordnance Dept sub-inspector's oval mark that reads "R. WHITE / U. S. / ORD. DEPT / SUB INSPECTOR." The small stamping, 'MILLER' (?) and 'PHIL" is visible below the embossed US marking on the outer flap. Leather latch tab is strong and intact and fits tightly onto its brass pear-shaped finial at the bottom of the cartridge box. Both original black-japanned roller buckles are tightly sewn and riveted to the box bottom and are in good condition. Backside of box has the two leather belt loops that are stitched and riveted, along with the sling loops, all in very good strong condition. Loops exhibit much scuffing and flaking. Centered on the backside is a weak maker's stamp of "S. .H. YOUNG / & CO / NEWARK / N.J.".

Interior of box is good with strong inner flap and supple tool pouch and tab. Pouch shows very light cracking and no flaking. Original to the box are its two metal tins, still bright and shiny. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges. This Federal leather cartridge box is a nice, maker-marked, Civil War accoutrement of the late-war pattern of 1864.

(123-6471) $350.00

This fine, maker-marked, Civil War Federal accoutrement is an original, late-war pattern leather cartridge box in excellent condition. Often referred to as a pattern of July 1864, Type 2, this cartridge box features the letters "US" within a border stamped or embossed upon the outer flap in the same size and style as the brass plate it replaced from earlier models. All stitching is strong and box retains its end pieces or "ears" sewn to the inner flap as with Type 2 boxes. Exterior of this cartridge box features a pleasing surface of black bridle leather in very strong condition. The leather latch tab is strong and intact and fits tightly onto its brass pear-shaped finial or knob at the bottom of the cartridge box.

Very light surface crazing is evident on the outer flap and on the inner flap. Lower center area of the inner flap boasts a strong and clear government Ordnance Dept sub-inspector's oval mark that reads "H. H. HARTZELL / U. S. / ORD. DEPT / SUB INSPECTOR." Centered on the flap edge is the strong and clear maker's stamp of "E. METZGER / PHILDA.". Both original black-japanned roller buckles are tightly sewn and riveted to the box bottom and are in excellent condition. Backside of box has the two leather belt loops that are stitched and riveted, along with the sling loops, all in excellent condition. Interior of box is excellent with strong inner flap, complete and supple tool pouch and tab.

Leather pouch strong and smooth. No flaking. Original to the box are its two metal tins, still bright and shiny. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges. This late-war 1864-pattern leather cartridge box is a very well preserved, maker-marked and government-inspected Civil War Federal accoutrement.

(558-239) $550.00

This maker-marked, Civil War Federal accoutrement is an original, late-war pattern leather cartridge box in good condition. Often referred to as a pattern of July 1864, Type 2, this cartridge box features the letters "US" within a border stamped or embossed upon the outer flap in the same size and style as the brass plate it replaced from earlier models. All stitching is strong and box retains its end pieces or "ears" sewn to the inner flap as with Type 2 boxes. Exterior of this cartridge box features a pleasing surface of black bridle leather in strong condition with some light surface cracking crazing evident on the outer flap and on the inner flap. Hinge corners on the outer flap suffer from heavy scuffing. The leather latch tab is strong and intact and fits tightly onto its brass pear-shaped finial or knob at the bottom of the cartridge box. Both original black-japanned roller buckles are tightly sewn and riveted to the box bottom. Backside of box has the two leather belt loops that are stitched and riveted, along with the sling loops, all in fair to good condition. Interior of box is very good with a strong inner flap and a complete and supple tool pouch and closure tab. Pouch leather exhibits cracking and some flaking. Sharply marked on the inside flap is the oval stamp of the maker that reads "H.G. HAEDRICH / PHILADA". Original to the box are its two metal tins, each a dull gray color. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges. This maker-marked, Federal cartridge box is a wonderful specimen of a Civil War accoutrement of the late-war pattern.

(558-252) $550.00

Maker mark [interior flap]: "H.W. Oliver/Pittsburgh". Leather moderately stiff w/some moderate cracking [finial strap & reverse side ] w/small spots of moderate flaking [outer flap, right edge/inner box, lower front]. Dark patina, w/ embossed "US" somewhat worn. Stitching tight, maker-marking crisp. Tins present, and in good condition. One roller buckle detached, but present [in tin]. Else Good plus. A solid pattern 1864 box.

(493-29) $375.00

Excellent condition buff leather sling. A little stiff but strong. Cartridge box is in like condition. Nice embossed "US" on the front flap with sewn and riveted latch tab. Inner flap is stamped with a crisp inspector's stamp and maker marked "R. Nece." Implement pocket is good and both cartridge tins are present. Both roller buckles are present. Stitching on one roller buckle was loose, but a repair has been made. All the leather on the box is in wonderful condition with no flaking or crackling. All seams are tight.

(541-22) $3,250.00

This cartridge box is a "Pattern of July 4, 1864 ". It has an inner flap, which makes it a Type II box. This box has a black to very dark brown color. The cartridge plate has been eliminated and the letters "US" with a border are embossed on the front. The latch tab is secured by a rivet and stitching. The finial is pear -shaped and the buckles are the smaller types. The tins have been replaced with a wooden block drilled to hold twenty 45-70 cartridges. The leather is flexible and all the stitching is tight. Other than some very minor flaking it is in mint condition. On the interflap is stamped R. Nece / Philad, who supplied 1000 accoutrement sets under the contracts from the advertisement of July 4, 1864. It also has a U.S. Ordnance sub-inspectors stamp.

(M20041) $550.00

This cartridge box is a "Pattern of July 4, 1864 ". It has an inner flap, which makes it a type II box. This box has a black to dark brown color. The cartridge plate has been eliminated and the letters "US" with a border is embossed on the front. The latch tab is secured by a rivet and stitching. The finial is pear -shaped and the buckles are the smaller types. Both the original tins are in the cartridge box. The leather is flexible but has a large area of flaking on the front flap. The front flap is stamped with a U.S. Sub inspector's stamp and the back is also stamped with the manufacture's stamp, S.M.YOUNG / NEWARK N.J. All the stitching is tight.

(M20042) $395.00

This cartridge box is a "Pattern of July 4, 1864 ". It has an inner flap, which makes it a type II box. This box has a black to dark brown color. The cartridge plate has been eliminated and the letters "US" with a border is embossed on the front. The latch tab is secured by a rivet and stitching. The finial is pear -shaped and the buckles are the smaller types. Both the original tins are in the cartridge box. The leather is flexible with minor areas of flaking on the front flap. The front flap is stamped with a U.S. Sub inspector's stamp and the inner flap is also stamped with the manufacture's stamp, W.H.WILKINSON / SPRINGFIELD MASS. All the stitching is tight.

(M20043) $495.00

This cartridge box is a "Pattern of July 4, 1864 ". This box has a black to dark brown color. The cartridge plate has been eliminated and the letters "US" with a border is embossed on the front. The latch tab is secured by a rivet and stitching. The finial is pear -shaped and the buckles are the smaller types. Both the original tins are in the cartridge box. The leather is flexible and all the stitching is tight.

(M20094) $395.00

Probably New York State Contract. Deep embossed line around the edge of the flap, cut for box plate. Just a couple of minor chips on the finish on the flap otherwise mint. Very large tool marks. Gorgeous cartridge box. Ex - John Henry Kurtz collection.

(548-149) $1,250.00

(172-1687) $595.00

(612-19) $450.00

Here is a nice example of a Civil War leather cartridge box made for a percussion pistol. Considered part of a cavalry accoutrement set or an officer's rig, this regulation issue pistol box is constructed from black bridle leather and measures 5¾" long by 3¾" high. Artifact has all original stitching that is still strong and tight with no fraying visible. Box would accommodate three individual packets of .36 caliber ammunition (not included) for a total of eighteen cartridges. Outer flap exhibits its leather closure tab that is intact but suffers from moderate flaking around the finial hole. A pear-shaped brass finial is securely attached to the box bottom. Outer flap exhibits just the slightest crazing to the leather and shows normal creasing and surface scuffing from use. Most leather is dry. No inner flap. Backside of pistol box has a pair of tooled leather belt loops that are attached via stitching and brass rivets. No maker's marks or stampings evident on this box. Good leather accoutrements are becoming difficult to find and this pistol box artifact would make a nice addition to any Civil War collection.

(20-2280) $225.00

Made of black bridle leather. The closing strap is sewn and riveted to the front flap and secures to a brass button on the bottom of the box. The two 7/8-inch wide belt loops are riveted and sewn to the back. No maker marks. Leather shows signs of flaking. Stenciled on the inside flap is a spurious identification.

(282-138) $95.00

Here is a pleasing example of a Civil War leather cartridge box made for a percussion pistol. Considered part of a cavalry accoutrement set or an officer's rig, this regulation issue pistol box is constructed from black bridle leather and measures 7" long by 5" high by 1¼" deep. Artifact has original stitching that is strong and tight with no fraying visible. Box accommodates three individual packets of .44 caliber ammunition (not included) for a total of eighteen cartridges. Outer flap is missing its leather closure tab. A button-type brass finial is securely attached to the box bottom. Outer flap exhibits overall crazing of the leather and shows just normal creasing and surface scuffing from use. Inner flap is in very good condition and retains both 'ears'. Backside of pistol box has a pair of tooled leather belt loops that are attached via stitching only. Tooling marks are visible on the box sides but there are no maker's marks or stampings evident on this box. Very good leather accoutrements are becoming difficult to find and this artifact would make a welcome addition to any Civil War collection.

(512-32) $225.00

Solid well used box with initials "F.F." and "C.F" carved on the inside above the date "186-" Brass finial. Both belt loops on the reverse side. Two small slits cut into front flap where it must have had a plate attached at some point. The latch tab and both belt loops appear to have been reserved or nearly forced years ago. Still a nice box.

(M18990) $225.00

Here is an original Baldric belt or strap with its accompanying ornamental cartridge box ca. 1861-1865. Used by mostly staff officers for ceremonial events during the war, the 40" long x 2¼" wide, gold and silk-covered leather strap is complete with its brass, split buckle, brass adjuster and heavy brass end tip. The exterior (outer) side of the strap is covered with gold threaded material while the back side exhibits a veneer of thin, red Morrocan leather. Worn across the shoulder, the carry strap has a large, brass swivel drop at each end that secures to a leather / metal-framed box covered with leather and brass trim.

Cartridge box is not maker marked and wears a coating of shiny black paint or sealant on the exterior and a veneer of thin red leather on the interior. A die-struck gilt brass eagle with a 3" wingspan trims the face of the outer flap. Leather closure tab is strong and tight and latches to a brass bullet-type finial at the box bottom. Schuyler, Hartley & Graham advertised these belts in 1864 for high-ranking officers, both in regular and militia service. This style of dress accoutrements was popular with New York officers after the Civil War.

(558-270) $895.00

(512-31) $65.00

Black leather box measuring 1.375 in depth, 3.5 in height, and 5.5" in width. Front flap marking: embossed, oval-encircled "USN" in half inch lettering-inner flap marking: "U.S.N.Y./ BOSTON". Outer leather weathered and brittle; inner leather more pliant, w/ good marking. Tin present & lightly tarnished. Finial strap missing. Stitching loose in lower corners. Else Good.

(558-152) $350.00

"NAVY YARD/ N.Y./ 1861". Black leather, measuring 4 x 5.5 x 1.5". Outer flap stamped w/ "USN", navy yard marking [w/anchors] stamped on inner flap. Front outer Leather wrinkled in spots, but not cracking or flaking. Stitching good. Tin present. Rear belt loop lightly cracking but still solid. Else VG. Highly attractive, 1861-dated NY Navy yard box.

(558-153) $1,100.00

(612-15) $395.00

Made of black leather, measuring 3 x 3.5 x 2". Bottom finial & finial strap present, along w/reverse belt loop. Outer leather cracking, w/some flaking. Stitching tight, except for right rear seam which is loose. Some small inner mildew spotting & moderate soiling. Else good plus.

(20-2288) $150.00

Dyed leather box measuring 4.25 x 3 x 2". Internal stamp on front side (beneath outer flap): "U.S. N.[avy] Y. [ard]/ BOSTON". Front outer flap cracking w/ flaking spot at bottom edge & on upper left edge. Internal .75" tear in leather on upper left side. Stitching vg, as is rear belt loop. Overall condition good plus.

(406-70C) $395.00

This is a black tarred leather navy fuse or possibly pistol box that measures 4 1/4" X 2 3/4" X 2 1/2". It still remains nicely tarred with only minor cracking to the flap and body. The latch tab is missing most of the tarring around the finial hole from bending of the latch. It is sewn by a single row of stitches and attaches to a tulip-shaped brass finial. It has no inner flap. It has a fur lined implement pocket that runs the full-length of the body of box. One belt loop is present and in good condition. The original tin is inside the box. It has no manufactures stamps or arsenal markings visible.

(M18113) ORIGINALLY $450.00
REDUCED TO $325.00

(172-1893) $895.00

(172-1895) $145.00

Outer flap markings: inspectors mark/"G.T. Woodbury/U.S. Ordnance Dept./Sub-Inspector", and numeral "48". Inner flap maker-mark: "W. H. Wilkinson/Springfield, Mass.". Leather slightly stiff, but in superb condition overall. Stitching near mint. Minor wear and slight cracking of final strap, and with rear belt loops. Inner fleece and pick present. Overall VG to fine. Great box with excellent markings.

(123-6560) $300.00

Inspector mark [front flap]: "R. White/ U.S. Ord Dept./ Sub- Inspector". Leather dry, hard and lightly cracked throughout. Stitched tight and sweet, reverse belt loops as well. Pouch fleece present, missing pick. Else VG plus, and a very solid display piece.

(123-6451) $275.00

Inspector mark [front flap]: "R. White/ U.S./ Ord. Dept/ Sub-Inspector". Maker-mark [inner flap]: [S.H. Y]oung/ & Co./ [Ne]wark/ N.J. Box leather is dry and cracking throughout, and flaking on the inner flap. Stitching is tight and sweet, and finial strap and finial are VG. Reverse belt loops solid. Pouch fleece present, missing pick. Else VG, and an excellent display piece.

(123-6454) $275.00

Inspector mark [front flap]: "R. White/ U.S./ Ord. Dept/ Sub-Inspector". Maker-mark [inner flap]: [S.H. Y]oung/ & Co./ [Ne]wark/ N.J. Box leather is dry and cracking throughout, and flaking on the inner flap. Stitching is tight and sweet, and finial strap and finial are VG. Reverse belt loops solid. Pouch fleece present, missing pick. Else VG, and an excellent display piece.

(123-6455) $225.00

Inspector mark [outer flap]: "B. White/ U.S. ORDNANCE/ INSPECTOR" partially present, as front flap leather chipped and crackling. Maker mark on interior flap, "S.H. YOUNG / & CO. / NEWARK / N.J." Remaining leather dry but near-mint. Stitching tight. Fleece and pick present. Rear loops VG. All in all, a very solid box.

(123-6456) $225.00

This very fine example of a percussion cap box is the early pattern Federal leather accoutrement carried by US Infantrymen prior to and during the war. The black leather specimen is in tight condition and exhibits a strong arsenal stamping of "U S" in ¼" high letters on the outer flap face. Cap box construction exhibits all seam stitching that is strong and tight. The black leather outer flap exhibits a smooth surface free of flaking or cracking but does show areas of slight crazing near the edges. Outer flap hinge area fine. The integral closure tab is strong, supple and suffers from no rips, tears or cuts. Inner flap very strong and retains both 'ears' or side covers on the flap. This flap does exhibit light insect damage to the surface Box retains just a small patch of its original wool fleece pad and lost its nipple pick. Backside of this box has two, original, leather vertical belt loops in very good condition attached with stitching only, no rivets. Stitching is tight and secure. This early, Federal Civil War percussion cap box is a wonderful "U S" marked specimen of a Union soldier's field equipment.

(561-03) $250.00

This percussion cap box is a very fine example of an early pattern Federal leather accoutrement carried by US Infantrymen prior to and during the war. The unmarked black leather specimen is in strong, tight condition. Cap box construction exhibits all seam stitching that is still strong and tight. The black leather outer flap is remarkably strong and exhibits a hard, smooth surface free of flaking or cracking. Flap hinge area shows very minute crazing at the very top. The integral closure tab is slightly curled up from storage yet strong and supple. Inner flap fine and retains both 'ears' or side covers on the flap. Box has lost its original wool fleece pad and its nipple pick. Backside of this box has two, original, leather vertical belt loops in very good condition attached with stitching only, no rivets. Stitching is tight and secure. This early, Federal Civil War percussion cap box is one outstanding specimen of a Union soldier's field equipment.

(561-04) $235.00

This leather percussion cap box is an example of a Federal pattern accoutrement carried by US Infantrymen during the war. The black leather specimen is in fair condition and is unmarked. Cap box construction exhibits just seam stitching with no rivets. Stitching is strong and tight. Entire box is dry and exhibits surface cracking and crazing overall. The black leather outer flap shows some scuffing at the edges and its integral closure tab is still strong yet supple. Inner flap retains both 'ears' or side covers. Box has lost its original wool fleece pad but does retain its nipple pick. Backside of this box has two, original, leather vertical belt loops sewn on. Stitching strong but the leather loops have dried and cracked with a visible tear at the base of the left side loop.

(558-596) $125.00

With tarred finish on the flap and back and patent leather finish on the body and belt loops. Leather at the latch tab very thin. A couple of spots on the tarred finish, and some minor crazing on the inside flap, otherwise about mint. There are no signs it was ever configured with wool. Ex-John Henry Kurtz collection.

(548-101) $395.00

Standard brown leather box, w/slight outer-wear & light wrinkling to finial, & reverse boot loops. Else VG plus plus. Good leather color, superb overall stitching . Excellent condition pocket fleece with 8 & 9 caps. Great display cap box.

(M20089) $695.00

Maker mark and sub-inspectors mark on inner flap: " E. Metzger/Phila." and "H.H. Hartzell/ U.S. Ord. Dept./ Sub Inspector". Made of black leather measuring 3.25" in width, 3.25" in height, and 1.75" in depth. Box retains its interior cotton fleece but is missing its pick. Bottom finial present, as are its two belt loops on the reverse. Markings good and crisp. Leather somewhat stiff and exhibits light cracking and flaking on the front flap and left belt loop. Else VG. Although missing its pick, with its fleece and markings, still an extremely solid cap box.

(20-2283) $300.00

Box is early US made pattern of 1864 for .58 cal. elongated ball. Box has light crazing to outer flap but gets a little heavier at corners from box being used. Latch tab is good & is held on w/straight line stitching & rivet. Finial is round bulbous type w/lathe markings. Below rivet is oval makers stamp which is now unreadable. Holes present but plate missing. Inner flap & implement pocket are very good. No tins. All seams are tight. Back is complete w/both sling & belt loops. Section of original sling still in place on back. Sling was very thin. What remains of it is section from roller buckles up to sling loops. Sling meas. approx. .75" wide. Both roller buckles present & good. On under side of inner flap is a star w/"NC" & the name "Giles Grady 1865".

Grady enlisted as a private in Co. H, 2nd N.C. Infantry when he was 27 years old on May 27, 1861. Captured on Nov. 7, 1863 at Kelly's Ford, VA. Grady was confined at Point Lookout, MD until he was exchanged on Feb. 24, 1865 at Aikens Landing, VA. He is again shown exchanged on March 5, 1865. Date, place of capture, method of discharge, etc. is unknown. The 2nd N.C. saw action at the major eastern battles of Antietam, Fredericksburg & Gettysburg. They were also in Early's Shenandoah Campaign. The box came out of a Canadian G.A.R. Post approx. 10 years ago. The Post was Cooke G.A.R. Post in Hamilton, Ontario. Post was named after Custers Adjutant at Little Big Horn who was from Ontario. Accompanied by military records.

(M13577) Originally $1,950.00