Here is an original, Confederate 12-pounder, spherical case-shot, lead side-loader shell in near-mint condition as found on the Gettysburg battlefield soon after the battle. Once part of the Henry Bittle Collection, this superb artillery specimen was recovered from the battlefield southwest of the present Pennsylvania Monument on what is now Hancock Ave. The circular projectile retains its original CS variant, copper time fuse adapter complete with the two spanner holes and even its paper fuse insert. Fuse adapter plug wears a pleasing, dark greenish patina with some surface dirt on the threading but it can still be easily screwed into or removed from shell. Remains of the paper fuse insert is clearly visible in the center of fuse plug. On the side of this spherical iron body shell is a side-loader opening, 1" diameter, now filled with a lead plug. Small round canister balls (case-shot) were poured into the sideloader shell cavity until filled and then plugged with a threaded lead plug. Never cleaned. Surface is smooth and hard with a wonderful brown patina overall. This CS 12-pound spherical shell, recovered from the fields near the PA Monument on Gettysburg battlefield, is identified by John Geiselman's collection by his museum listings.

Here is a very nice Confederate 4.52-inch solid spherical shot. It was found in relic condition in Gettysburg in Reynolds' Woods. Very lightly pitted and probably an early Battlefield pick-up, it weighs 12 pounds, is unfused, and was meant to be fired from a 12-pounder smooth bore gun. Solid-shot rounds were fired to ricochet from one target to another thereby causing extensive damage. The mold seam, which distinguishes it as Confederate, is heavy and very distinct on this shell. There are many small and large indentations probably from being fired. It has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by a contemporary tag and would make a great display piece for an artillery, Civil War, or Gettysburg collection.

Produced by the Federal Ordnance Department, here is a fired Type II Hotchkiss percussion shell. This artillery specimen was found in the Reynolds' Woods area on the Gettysburg battlefield sometime after the fighting stopped. Shell is missing its time fuse adapter plug, lead sabot and cup base. Three deep flame grooves cut through the body. Exterior of this cylindrical shell exhibits a hard surface that has acquired a dark patina and just a light rust coating. Shell does exhibit some light surface dirt. Length: 5½"; diameter: 2¾". This Hotchkiss shell is identified on John Geiselman's contemporary inscribed labels.

This artillery shell specimen consists of more than one-half of an original, Confederate 12-pound, spherical case shot, lead side-loader shell that was found on the Winebrener Farm at Gettysburg sometime after the battle. Still visible on this side-loader shell fragment are the remains of the original threaded fuse adapter plug opening, as well as the 1" diameter threaded opening for the lead plug. Small round case shot were poured into the sideloader shell cavity until filled and then plugged with a threaded lead plug. Specimen, which exhibits an old mounting hole in the base, wears a moderate coat of rust pitting and some old surface dirt. This C.S. 12-pound spherical shell fragment was recovered from the Winebrener Farm in Gettysburg and is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listings.

Here is a large fragment of a fired U.S. 3.67" twenty-pound Parrott shell casing from Gettysburg. Once part of the Plank Collection, this 7" long shard of iron was found on the Plank farm behind Little Round Top sometime after the war. Exterior of the cylindrical-shaped frag exhibits a light to moderate coating of rust along with some surface dirt. Frag surface exhibits a dark patina that is moderately pitted. Length: 7", base diameter: 3". This relic identified on John Geiselman's museum listing.

This 3" Hotchkiss percussion shell fragment was recovered from the Trostle Farm area in Gettysburg sometimes after the battle. The Hotchkiss projectile base fragment measures 3" long and is 3" at the widest point. Never cleaned, the exterior of this short section of frag exhibits a smooth hard surface with just a thin film of surface dirt and scattered rust pitting overall. A section the interior charge cavity is readily visible. This Hotchkiss shell fragment, from the Trostle Farm in Gettysburg, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

Here is a portion of a lead sabot band from a U.S. 3-inch Hotchkiss shell. It was found in relic condition in Gettysburg in the Wheatfield. Lightly pitted, it is shaped as a rectangular and measures approximately 4 inches long by 1-½ inches wide. It has some light dirt residue and has not been cleaned. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by a contemporary tag and would make a nice display piece for an artillery or Gettysburg collection.

This Schenkl percussion shell fragment was recovered from the Wheatfield battle area on the Gettysburg battlefield. In relic condition, this small fragment of artillery appears to be from the upper side portion of the shell and measures 2"x 1". Never cleaned. Piece wears a coat of light rust and some surface dirt. This shell fragment is from the Wheatfield in Gettysburg and is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

This superb artifact from the Battle of Gettysburg is an original, unopened packet of Federal artillery paper time fuses still contained within the original light green or mint-colored paper covering. Once part of the Hess Collection, this rectangular paper packet was found within days of the battle and measures 3" long x 2" wide x ¾" high and displays the maker's stamping that reads, "Frankford Arsenal, / 1863 / 10 SECOND FUSES." Packet, in outstanding original condition, is minty and still exhibits the five small cotton tabs or strips protruding from the closed, glued paper packet. This artillery artifact, once part of the Hess Collection, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

This item is a very nice, original, U.S Artillery Vent Punch. John Geiselman purchased this item from the Bannerman Catalog. Francis Bannerman operated a large store dedicated mostly to Army and Navy war surplus items in the late 1800's to the early 1900's. He also published periodic catalogs know for their great references of Civil War items. This punch is near new but with a small area of light rust, original black paint and it has never been cleaned. It is 16 inches long, has an intact sharply pointed end, and a 2-inch diameter loop end. This piece is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing and it would make an excellent display items for an artillery collection.

Here is a single Ball from a U.S. or C.S. 12 Pounder Grapeshot Stand. It was found in relic condition at the Center Square in Gettysburg. Moderately pitted, it measures approximately 2 1/8 inches round and is a very attractive piece. It has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. A strand of grapeshot usually consisted of three layers of three balls such as this one; each layer had a retaining ring and each end of the strand had a plate. The whole strand was held together by a central bolt. When fired, the balls separated and the balls, plates, rings, and bolt flew towards the target. Although grapeshot stands were being replaced by canister, grapeshot balls are being found on some Civil War Battlefields. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing and would make an excellent Civil War, artillery, or Gettysburg display item.

This single canister round was recovered at the Wheatfield on the Gettysburg battlefield sometime after the fighting. In nice relic condition, the artillery canister round measures 1" in diameter. Never cleaned, the exterior of this ball wears a moderate coating of rust. No center seam visible. This small sized canister, recovered from the Wheatfield in Gettysburg, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

This item is an original canister ball. It was found in relic condition in Gettysburg on Oak Ridge. Lightly pitted and rusted, it measures a round 1-1/8 inches in diameter. Prior to being fired, it was usually housed in a tin cylinder with other iron balls packed in sawdust. This relic was identified in John Geiselman's collection by a contemporary tag and is an inexpensive relic of the Gettysburg Battlefield. It would make an excellent display item for a Civil War, artillery, or Gettysburg collection.

Here is a single canister ball recovered from the Wheatfield sometime after the Battle of Gettysburg. The canister is made of iron, has a 1" diameter and along with several like balls when covered with a cylindrical-shaped tin sheeting, made up an artillery round of canister. When such a round was discharged from an artillery piece, these individual canister projectiles would fan out and cut down advancing infantrymen. This specimen has a moderate coating of rust and some surface dirt. Found at the Wheatfield in Gettysburg, the piece is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

This item is a grouping of three original iron canister balls. Moderately pitted and rusted but never cleaned, each measures a round 1-½ inches. Two of these show a mold seam around the circumference. Prior to being fired, these were usually housed in a tin cylinder with other iron balls packed in sawdust. This would make an excellent display item for a Civil War, artillery, or Gettysburg collection. This grouping comes with a small dish from John Geiselman's collection, a small paper tag in John's hand, neatly printed with "KITZMILLER COL,"

This is an attractive grouping of various type buttons and relics. They were found in relic condition on the Trostle Farm on the Gettysburg Battlefield. Included in this grouping are buttons, a canister ball, bone fragments (these do not convey), a metal fragment, and a roller buckle. First the bone fragments; this grouping came with four small unidentified bone fragments. They are all of the same approximate size: 1 ½ inches long. These will be turned over to the National Park Service for proper disposition prior to delivery of this grouping to the paying customer. There are 5 buttons included; two are corroded and rusted ¾ inch two-piece General Service, two are 7/8 inch two-piece Infantry with intact but bent over loops, and the last is a lightly pitted 7/8 inch New York State Militia button with a missing loop. There is one rusted and pitted case shot iron round balls, 5/8 inches in diameter. There is one small lead fragment (1 ¼ inches by ½ inch) which could have come from a bullet. The rusted and pitted roller buckle most likely came from a cartridge box. These relics are housed on a round (3 inches in diameter) unmarked pottery dish. This grouping is identified in John Geiselman's collection by a contemporary tag and would make an excellent display piece for a Civil War or Gettysburg collection.

This English Enfield Pattern 1856/1858 Sword Bayonet and Scabbard is an outstanding find from the John Geiselman Collection. It was found in near-new condition at an unknown location in Gettysburg. If you are looking for a pristine and uncommon Battlefield find, this is the one for you. This sword bayonet has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with and will display very well.

The bayonet has mostly original shiny steel surfaces and a few small areas of some light pitting from old rust. The yataghan blade has a fine edge, is very sharp, and measures approximately 22 ¾ inches long, 28 ¼ inches overall; the blade tip is unbent and undamaged. The Quillon, crosspiece, and muzzle ring are complete and undamaged but attractively colored with a dark green discoloration. The black leather checkered grips are complete and undamaged although very lightly worn. The leaf spring operates perfectly and is secured with a screw (identifying it as a Pattern 1858). The Ricasso is boldly stamped "CHAVASSL" in an arching bold mark. The hilt is intact, undamaged, and lightly pitted but attractively toned.

The scabbard is in excellent condition. This sword bayonet comes not only with the scabbard but the belt loop attachment (frog). The scabbard measures 22 ¼ inches overall in length. It is made of black leather with attaching throat and chape. The black leather is pliable but has some light crackling; all stitching is firm and solid. The frog stud is intact and firmly attached to the throat. The frog stud and chape appear to be made of brass and have a dark green patina; the throat appears to be made of steel and has a light, but attractive pitting. The belt loop measures 8 ½ inches long, is made of black leather, and is securely attached to the scabbard throat. The belt loop's leather is pliable but, under magnification, shows a few signs of light crackling. The belt loop includes an outer strap with a roller buckle across the throat. This strap is intact and still functions. The roller buckle is made of brass and has a light green patina. The belt loop's stitching is all intact and solid. There does appear to be an old square cut through the belt loop's hanger. The carrying soldier probably did this.

The Pattern 1856 Enfield Sword Bayonet was approved on January 24th, 1856 and intended for issue to the Rifle Brigade and Sergeants of Infantry, though other units later used them. In 1858, this style bayonet was modified by changing the method of attaching the leaf spring from rivet to screw. This sword bayonet is the 1858 style. During the Civil War, thousands of arms were imported by the C.S. and U.S., particularly from England. The appropriate bayonet was included with the firearm. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by a museum listing and would make an excellent Gettysburg Collection display item.

This is a recovered English Enfield Pattern 1853 Rifle-musket Socket Bayonet. It was found in relic condition on East Cavalry Field just east of the borough of Gettysburg. Moderately pitted, the blade measures approximately 17 ½ inches long, 20 ½ inches overall. The locking ring is missing and, upon close examination, the bore ring is split. The pitting prevents identification of the markings on the blade face. There is one edge ding on the blade but it is not severe. This relic has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. During the Civil War, thousands of arms were imported by the C.S. and U.S., particularly from England. The appropriate bayonet was included with the firearm. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by a contemporary tag and would make a nice Gettysburg Collection display item.

This item is a U.S. Model 1855 .58 caliber Bayonet Scabbard Tip . It was found in relic condition near West Confederate Avenue in Gettysburg. Made of brass and with a nice green patina, it measures approximately 3 ¼ inches long including the attached finial. The "tube" has been flattened but not flat and it has numerous small nicks and dents that do not detract from its appearance. The two punch holes for attaching this tip to the leather scabbard are plainly visible. No remains of the scabbard are visible inside the tip. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing.

This item is an old and fancy brass sword hanger. It was recovered in relic condition at an unknown location in Gettysburg. Lightly pitted, it measures approximately 4 inches long and is composed of a ball pointed hook, extension loop, and the broken belt hanger. The hook freely rotates on the loop but the broken belt hanger is slightly twisted and locked in place. This hanger has never been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This piece is identified in John Geiselman's collection by a contemporary inscribed label and would be an interesting display piece for a Gettysburg Collection.

This excavated item is a cavalry sword belt hanger made of brass that was recovered from the Lutheran Seminary grounds on the Gettysburg battlefield sometime after the battle. The brass hanger, once part of the Dr. Satchel Collection, consists of two brass links, each 1" long, pinned to a large brass hook that was attached to a sword belt. Overall length of the hanger is 3½". Hanger has never been cleaned and each exhibits a dark bronze patina along with a thin film of surface dirt. This cavalry sword belt hanger is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

Based upon a French pattern of edged weapon, this sword specimen found on the battlefield of Gettysburg resembles the Roman infantry sword. Unwieldy and almost useless as a weapon, this massive short sword, produced by the Ames Mfg. Company, served the foot artillery regiments as a brush and branch cutter on the battlefield. The heavy artifact, once part of the Ollinger Collection, exhibits a 19" long blade that is straight, double edged and elliptical in design. A single broad fuller 10 3/8" long runs the center of the blade. Some 25" in overall length, weapon has a cast brass grip that is molded in a scalloped decoration that suggests a distinctive fish-scale design. Stamped near the hilt on one side of the blade is "UNITED STATES / 1835" while the opposite ricasso is marked with a spreadwinged eagle over " N.P. AMES / SPRINGFIELD". Brass pommel is decorated on both sides with an American eagle and shield. Never cleaned, this edged weapon exhibits a pleasing dusky gray patina to the blade and a warm, mellow hue to all brass. Affixed to the brass guard is an old paper tag with the numeral "95" handwritten on it. This Gettysburg battlefield sword specimen, once part of the Ollinger Collection, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing.

This artifact is a very fine, U.S. 1839 pattern, small, brass oval belt plate in wonderful condition as found on the battlefield within days or weeks after the Battle of Gettysburg. Once part of the Nebert Ollier Collection, this small U.S. oval belt plate specimen is complete with the single 'arrowhead' hook and clasp all in strong condition. Besides the letters 'US' on the face of the plate, there are two small letters "MS" stamped at the center bottom above the border roll, indicating that this specimen was produced for the State of Massachusetts. Face of this plate exhibits a dark mellow brown patina. Backside exhibits lead backing with a dark gray coloring. Never cleaned, this fine US oval belt plate, recovered from the Gettysburg battlefield soon after the battle, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by John's own contemporary inscribed labels.

Here is a Gettysburg battlefield artifact that is a very fine, U.S. 1839 pattern, brass oval cartridge box plate in wonderful condition. Recovered on the Oak Ridge battlefield within days or weeks after the battle, this U.S. box plate specimen is complete with its two iron wire loops on the back, both in strong condition. Face of plate, which exhibits the large letters 'US' within the double borders, exhibits a pleasing, mellow brown patina as well as some light dings to the surface. Box plate exhibits a very slight convex shape. Backside exhibits lead with a light gray coloring but does show two tiny areas of erosion just starting. Never cleaned, this fine US oval cartridge box plate, recovered from the Gettysburg battlefield at Oak Ridge sometime after the battle, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by John's own contemporary inscribed labels.

This wonderfully complete, maker-marked, leather accoutrement is an original, Federal, .69 caliber cartridge box that was picked up soon after the fighting at Gettysburg. Of the Pattern 1861, this early "Yankee" box is slightly larger than the .58 caliber cartridge box and is in fine original condition and still retains its original, brass, oval US plate on the flap. Once part of the Bob Walters Collection of Aspers, PA, the black leather specimen was found at an undisclosed location on the battlefield within days of the fighting. This accoutrement specimen measures 7" high by 9¼" wide by 1¾" deep and has both tins, its full leather outer flap, inner flap, both 'ears', implement pouch and tab, outer flap closure tab, brass finial and two iron roller buckles at box bottom. No sling. Backside of this specimen has its two vertical leather loops and two horizontal shoulder sling loops intact, all strongly stitched and riveted. All leather is remarkably strong but does exhibit scattered areas of cracking and crazing about the outer flap and ears. Original closure tab on the outer flap is intact and displays cracking and scuffing. Not curled or distorted. Inner flap exhibits a very clear maker stamp of "J.E.C. CONDICT / NEW YORK" inside an oval border. Leather on the box sides, bottom and back is in very good condition. Never cleaned, this cartridge box exhibits just light surface dirt. US oval brass box plate is in super condition and wears a beautiful ochre / rich bronze patina overall. Surprisingly, an old, thin wax candle is still tucked away inside the implement pouch. A super battlefield pickup just days or weeks after the fighting ended at Gettysburg, this Federal .69 caliber cartridge box, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing.

Here is a very outstanding specimen of a "Johnny" tin drum canteen that was scooped up on Washington Street in Gettysburg within days of the horrific battle. A fine example of the type carried by many Southern soldiers, this tin canteen is remarkably intact with all soldered seams strong and tight with no breaks or splits. Circular specimen measures 6" in diameter and is some 2" thick. The metal container exhibits a pleasing dusky gray coloring on both surfaces together with scattered patches of light surface rust. One side of canteen is flat while the opposite side is concave in shape. Artifact has four wide metal strap or sling loops, all strong and tight. Tin spout is fine but piece is missing its cork stopper. Just normal dings on the body. Never cleaned. This Confederate artifact, an early pickup from Washington Street in Gettysburg, is identified in John Geiselman's collection in his museum listing.

This familiar looking artifact from the Battle of Gettysburg is a large, iron hammer that fit the US Model 1861 rifle-musket. This specimen has the shape of a "C" or dogleg and it was recovered on Benner's Hill in Gettysburg sometime after the battle. Piece measures 3" high and 2" at its widest point. Iron hammer is strong and has a solid hard surface that wears a light rust coating. This artifact, once part of the Dr. Hill Collection, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his contemporary inscribed labels.

This artifact is a battlefield recovered, small-sized, iron bullet mold that appears to be made for a .38 caliber pistol. Found on the Ben Deer Farm in Gettysburg sometime after the fighting, this artifact is complete and in working order. The twin-handled, hinged mold measures 3½" in length and exhibits the head cut for a round ball. Sprue hole and cutter visible. In very good condition, the unmarked tool wears a dark brown patina with scattered patches of old rust. Never cleaned. A fine Gettysburg battlefield artifact from the Ben Deer Farm, this iron bullet mold is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing.

Remarkably, this Gettysburg battlefield artifact is a lead bullet well preserved in the actual clump of field dirt where it landed almost 150 years ago. The projectile is a .52 caliber Sharps carbine bullet in wonderful condition that was embedded in dirt from a Third Army Corps hospital site along Rock Creek in Gettysburg. This fine, and now fragile, bullet-in-dirt specimen was found on the Bob Dayoff Farm sometime after the battle and was preserved in the large clump of dirt that surrounded the bullet. Dirt clump measures approximately 5" x 5" and now rests in a cardboard box wrapped in cellophane. Bullet and the dirt clump are both in fine condition. Bullet has a white coloring from normal oxidation. This bullet-in-dirt, found near a 3rd Corps hospital site along Rock Creek at Gettysburg, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by one of his handwritten paper labels. Label reads, "3 COR FIELD HOSPITAL DEN FISSEL FARM / OVER LOOKNG ROCK CREEK (TROSSEL) D.W. / NOW OWNED BY BOB DAYHAUFF".

This fine item of cavalry equipment is a wonderful, Federal regulation, brass spur that is stamped "ALLEGHENY ARSENAL" on one of the spur eyes. Recovered from the Spangler Farm in Gettysburg within days of the fighting, this brass spur specimen still retains its original leather bootstrap attached. Complete but broken into two separate sections, the leather strap has its harness buckle and clasp. The rounded outer shanks of the spur are smoothly finished, strong and well made. The cavalry spur has the typical upward protruding neck and retains its original, small, brass, 15-point rowel in very fine condition that still rotate freely in the neck. Spur measures almost 5" long with a 3½" width. Never cleaned, this example exhibits a pleasing, mellow dark bronze patina overall with some age discoloration spots. This Union cavalry brass spur, a fine, early pickup from the Battlefield of Gettysburg, is identified in John Geiselman's collection by his handwritten paper label.

This single specimen of a cavalryman's stirrup is an early pickup from the East Cavalry Field Gettysburg battlefield. The equestrian artifact, made of heavy brass, is in strong, original condition. Solid and well cast, the large military stirrup is not marked or stamped and measures 5¼" high by 5" wide. The bottom of the flat footpad features a hollow cutaway 3" long x 1¼" wide set in the base. This cavalry artifact was recovered from East Cavalry Field in Gettysburg shortly after the battle. Never cleaned. This brass stirrup exhibits a beautiful and pleasing mottled, green / bronze patina. Stirrup is an early pickup from the Battle of Gettysburg and is identified in John Geiselman's collection in his contemporary inscribed listing.

Here are two brass hooks as used with a Federal-issued leather knapsack. Found at the Spangler Farm on the battlefield of Gettysburg, each brass device measures almost 2" long and has a hooked tail with a rivet-style button top. These hooks were made to hold and secure the leather shoulder straps taut when the pack was worn by the soldier. The hooks have never been cleaned and each exhibits a dark bronze patina. This pair of brass knapsack hooks still retains an old paper label with the numeral "59" affixed to one of them. Hooks are identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing.

This item is a nearly new medical tin. With provenance to Nerbert Olier, John Geiselman obtained it from the Dr. Hill Collection of Gettysburg items. It measures a rectangular 2-5/8 inches high by 1-½ inches square base not including the spout, which is another 5/8 inches tall. This tin is painted flat black, all the joints are tight and secure, it is airtight, and it would probably still hold liquid today. One corner of the tin has been lightly pushed in, there are a few scrapes of the black paint missing, and a few areas of light rust. The spout's lip is smooth and problem free but the cork is missing. This tin has two paper labels: the first is on the top below the spout and says "LAUDANUM" in black block letters and the second is on the side of the tin and says "Laudanum / CHARLES M. HOWE / STATE PURVEYOR OF MASSACHUSETTS / BOSTON, MASS" in black block and handwritten script letters. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing and a contemporary inscribed label. One side has some chalked markings most likely from the Dr. Hill Collection. This item would make an excellent display piece for a Gettysburg or Civil War medical collection.

This item is a small hand camp ax most likely from a field kitchen. With provenance to the Hummelbaugh Collection, it was found in relic condition on the Hummelbaugh Farm on the Taneytown Road in Gettysburg. Lightly pitted this ax has seen a lot of use; the handle (6 inches long) is made of a tree branch and still as the bark intact. The ax head measures 4 ½ inches by 2 ¾ inches; it is indented and vertically split from heavy use in the past. The blade edge is jagged and dulled. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing; it has a small worn circular paper tag with John's neatly printed inventory number "3".

This item is an original large iron two-pronged fork. It was found in relic condition in Gettysburg in Reynold's Woods. Lightly pitted with a few signs of light rust, it measures approximately 14 inches long and has a finger lip on one end. The two-pronged fork end has sharp talons 2 ½ inches long and 1 5/8 inches apart. This fork has not been cleaned, damaged, or otherwise fussed with. This relic is identified in the John Geiselman collection by a contemporary tag and would make an excellent camp display item for a Gettysburg or Civil War collection.