Previously sold by us in 2006 as item# R11033 and just reacquired, here is an outstanding, original, fired U.S. 4.52-inch 12 pound solid spherical shot. Shot rounds such as this were usually fired to ricochet from one target to another causing extensive damage. With provenance to the Chritzman Collection, it was found in relic condition at the back of Culp's Hill. Almost as new, this solid shot is has a few small gashes most likely imprinted when it stuck its target(s); it has a nice gray/green patina and has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. A light mold seam encircles it. It weighs 12 pounds, is unfused, and was meant to be fired from a 12-pounder smooth bore gun. This piece was identified in John Geiselman's collection by his museum listing and would make an excellent display item for an artillery, Civil War, or Gettysburg collection.

(532-07) ORIGINALLY $1,250.00
REDUCED TO $975.00

Offered is a framed and matted 8-inch by 10-inch document appointing Wilfred G. Norman to the position of Sergeant of Co. B. 303rd Bn. of the National Army. The last paragraph is given under my hand at Camp Colt, Gettysburg, Pa this nineteenth day of June in the year of our lord one thousand nine hundred and eighteen. It is signed in fountain pen "D. D. Eisenhower / Capt. Inf. U.S.A. Comdg. "

The paper shows signs of yellowing and has three distinct fold marks, all of which show tears and signs of what may have been tape. The signature is slightly faded.

(525-01) ORIGINALLY $2,200.00
REDUCED TO $1,800.00

Measures 58' in width, 82" in length. Made of light brown wool, with two dark brown cross stripes, 3.75" in width, at 7.5" in distance from each short end. Three of the four sides are hemmed and stictched, and one is frayed and loose. The blanket has been exposed to the sun in a folded state, and consequently the dark brown strips on the side exposed to the sun have faded to light orange. Other side retains standard dark brown color. Overall condition good.

(434-1356) ORIGINALLY $450.00
REDUCED TO $350.00

This is a 14 1/2-inch long German practice grenade. The handle is 11 ½ inches long and made of wood with a dark finish. The head is made of heavy metal and painted black. It is attached to the wood by a single screw. It weighs 1.8 lbs. The condition is very good on this rare item.

(435-1687) ORIGINALLY $155.00
REDUCED TO $120.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $95.00

(M19400) ORIGINALLY $45.00
REDUCED TO $30.00

"MAP--XIX CORPS IN ACTION FROM SIEGFRIED LINE TO VICTORY." / "HISTORY-THE TOMAHAWK STRIKES FROM SIEGFRIED LINE TO VICTORY". Colored map/black & white history, measuring 21 x 27.5", mounted in a double-glassed wooden frame measuring 23 x 30". Map traces the progress of the U.S. XIX Corps from Heerlen, Holland, to Wittenburg, Germany, October 18, 1944 to April 30, 1945. Commanded by Maj. Gen. Raymond S. McClain, consisting of the 2nd Armored, 29th and 30th Divisions, the XIXth drove across the Roer river on Feb. 23, 1945 (assisted by the 8th & 78th Divsions), and across the Weser River on April 10, 1945, and across Rhine River on March 28, 1945 (assisted by the 83rd Division), and led the 9th Army to the Elbe River 13 April, 1945. The corps then joined forces with the Russian Red Army XXVIIth Infantry at Wittenburg, Germany on April 30. 1945. History printed in three columns, (1) the move to the Roer, (2) from the Roer to the Rhine, (3) from the Rhine to final victory. History includes facts & figures box & a blank personal history box intended to be filled for XIX Corps veterans. Map/history exhibits fold marks, frame display slight wear. Else VG. Superb piece for XIXth Corps veterans (and families).

(453-05) ORIGINALLY $200.00
REDUCED TO $125.00

This item is a very nice, original U.S. Heavy Artillery scraper possibly for a 24-pounder. This is the first scraper we have seen for a heavy artillery piece. A scraper is used to remove powder residue from the bore of an artillery piece. This scraper measures 149 inches long, 142 inches of pole and 7 inches of the scraper head. The pole is 1-¾ inches in diameter, is undamaged, and still has almost all of the original dark green paint with original wood showing through the unpainted areas. The pole length has not been shortened; it is the original length but it does have a very slight barely noticeable bend. The scraper head is made of a 5-3/8 inch diameter tapered wooden head with a four pronged metal fin (each fin measures ½ inch high) head attachment (all dimensions approximate). This metal fin attachment is firmly emplaced with four large single slotted screws and is moderately pitted. The tapered wooden head is attached to the pole with 3/8-inch metal dowels. Other a few small dings that do not detract from its appearance, this item has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This attractive piece would make an interesting conversation piece for a Civil War or Artillery collection or display.

This item cannot be shipped via UPS. We prefer it to be picked-up but
we can find an alternative shipper at extra cost, to be determined at the time of the sale.

(M19503) ORIGINALLY $895.00
REDUCED TO $550.00

This item is a very nice, original U.S. Heavy Artillery sponge pole and head possibly for a siege or garrison gun. This single-headed 152-inch long tool (length including the sponge head, 144 inches without) with sponge head was used to extinguish smoldering debris in the bore of a gun between firings. On this particular tool, the pole is made or elm or poplar, is 1-¾ inches in diameter, and still has original green paint with original wood showing through the unpainted areas. The pole length has not been shortened; it is the original length. The sponge head is a large tapered wooden piece firmly attached to the pole; the head is 8 inches long and 6-¾ inches in diameter. There is a 1-¼ inch diameter double corkscrew-headed metal attachment on the head's tip. The underside of the head has sixteen shallow nail holes from a previously attached cloth sponge. It is attached to the pole with large wooden dowels. There is no cloth sponge with this pole. Other than a few nicks and scratches and a shallow (3 inch long by 7/8 inch wide) chip out of the head, this item has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This attractive piece would make an interesting conversation piece for a Civil War or Artillery collection or display.

This item cannot be shipped via UPS. We prefer it to be picked-up but
we can find an alternative shipper at extra cost, to be determined at the time of the sale.

(M19506) ORIGINALLY $895.00
REDUCED TO $550.00

Measures 63.25" in length, tapering from a squared upper part sheathed in metal on two sides, to a circular tip measuring 1.5" in diameter. Original green paint all but gone, though traces remain. Small cracks in the upper section, and two moderate cracks - 6 & 7" - in the lower section, none of which seriously compromise the solidity of the spike. Metal sheathing exhibits rusty plum colored patina. Used to help maneuver large artillery pieces, the spike is weathered but in good condition overall.

(M19496) $395.00
REDUCED TO $325.00

Just one of many implements utilized by U.S. artillery gun crews during the Civil War, this factory-made device is an un-marked Union gunner's leather haversack tool in very good, original condition. With the field piece in battery, this type haversack was worn by the No. #4 cannoneer and used as the medium to help prevent accidents while the artillery cartridges were being carried between the ammo magazine and the gun or piece on the line. The body and shoulder sling of this haversack are constructed of russet bag leather with the front and back of bag being connected by gussets that formed the ends and bottom. This allowed the haversack to be folded flat when not in use. The large outer flap is of the same piece as the back and folds over and down on front and is fastened by a leather closure strap, a.k.a. billet, with buckle and clasp. Haversack specimen measures 12½" wide x 13" tall x 2" deep and is in very good condition with all leather strong and stitching tight, except for a 1" separation at top of one gusset. Bottom edge of the outer flap has a pleasing scallop design while its right-side face surface exhibits a darkened area of unknown staining. Interior leather tool pouch is missing on this specimen Haversack leather body front and back have acquired a rich brown patina upon a smooth surface with no evidence of cracking or crazing. Light surface cracking is visible on the right half area of the flap while the top hinge area exhibits moderate cracking and flaking to the leather. Flap billet is fine with just normal wear and one minor stress crack at the second hole. Leather sling is 45" long x 1½" wide and is complete with a large brass roller buckle and clasp. Shoulder sling, which shows some scattered surface scuffing and cracking, exhibits one tear or weak spot 5" up from where the sling is sewn to the back of bag. Fine, original, Civil War cannoneer's leather haversacks are not plentiful in today's market and this specimen would make a wonderful artifact to round out any artillery collection.

(M19499) ORIGINALLY $1,675.00
REDUCED TO $1,250.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $975.00

This implement was used to ignite the friction primer. When pulled creates friction that ignites the black gun powder inside the tube. The flame passes through the vent for instant ignition with the main powder's charge. The lanyard wood handle measures 4 ½" long with turned up ends. At its widest point it measures 1". The hemp-made rope measures 11' 6" with small iron "S" hook sewn to end. Excellent condition.

(M18100) ORIGINALLY $550.00
REDUCED TO $450.00

The accoutrement was used to ignite the charge in the artillery piece by pulling the primer in the artillery friction tube. The lanyard device consists of a turned wooden handle secured to a length of hemp line. Standard wooden spool, 4.5" in length & 1" in diameter, w/10' 9" rope cord attached to middle groove, and a small iron hook on the end. Slight wear to knob ends of lanyard, & the end hook is somewhat corroded, but the cord is still intact and in very good shape. A lanyard such as this is one of the basics of any Civil War Collection.

(M17378) ORIGINALLY $550.00
REDUCED TO $450.00

Wooden spool measuring 4.5" in length, and .875" in diameter, wrapped with 12' 7" of heavy twine with an 875" iron hook at the end. Hook exhibits corrosion, else VG.

(M17417) ORIGINALLY $550.00
REDUCED TO $450.00

(M16250) ORIGINALLY $32.50
REDUCED TO $15.00

This gunner’s level is in excellent condition. The brass just has a little tarnish that can easily be cleaned. The level itself is in perfect condition and still works. The adjustable slide is also in fine working order. The best part is the markings. Under a nice, crisp eagle in four lines is “US, Watervliet, Arsenal, 1863.”

(M17376) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00
REDUCED TO $2,950.00

The wrought iron tapered ring sabot, intact, has damage from being fired. Used the wood adapter, paper time fuse plug. The fuse hole has traces of the wood plug. Body of shell only lightly cleaned, by hand. Still has areas of light to moderate surface rust. More cleaning needed.

EXTRA SHIPPING REQUIRED

(R11765) ORIGINALLY $975.00
REDUCED TO $800.00

This is the standard 6-pound canister used pre-Civil War and during the war. The unfired canister is in excellent condition, original and complete. The cylindrical specimen in wonderful condition is wrapped tight in sheet tin soldered at the seam and nailed to its wooden sabot. Tapered sabot with its light brown patina also in excellent condition. Becoming hard to find.

(M19298) ORIGINALLY $3,250.00
REDUCED TO $2,900.00

Fired from a 3.67" cal. rifle. This style of projectile has six recessed ribs on the cone section. Slightly wider than other projectiles. Missing its Schenkl Percussion fuse. Shell has been cleaned, painted black and varnished. Moderate pitting over the entire projectile. Found at Vicksburg.

(R13417) ORIGINALLY $550.00
REDUCED TO $450.00

Found at Petersburg, VA in the early 1950's. Used in the 30 pounder Dahlgren Rifle, found along coastal and river battles in VA, NC and SC. The fuse used in this projectile is the Schenkl Navy percussion style which would easily screw into the shell. Ribs for gripping the papier-mache sabot are cast in a hook-slant pattern. Body has light to moderate areas of pitting.

EXTRA SHIPPING REQUIRED

(R11329) ORIGINALLY $1,250.00
REDUCED TO $895.00

Found mostly in the deep South along the Mississippi River and Savannah, GA areas, fired rom a 42 pounder smoothbore gun. Shot was never cleaned when found. Covered with surface rust. Location of recovery unknown. Extra shipping required. Scarce projectile.

(R13939) ORIGINALLY $395.00
REDUCED TO $265.00

Fired from a 3.4" cal. Rifled Boat Howitzer. At the tip of this projectile is a small brass nose, purpose unknown. This projectile has four ribs arranged vertically around the shell's body. Designed as a bearing surface to diminish friction inside the cannon bore and also to aid in its flight. Dahlgren patented this pattern on August 6, 1861 under patent number 32,986. Underneath the lead cup sabot rounded iron base with five wide ribs. Around the lead cup sabot was a large groove which, was filled with rope, saturated with tallow and lamp-black, which acted as lubrication. This scarce bolt, seldom seen with its lead cup sabot, is in excellent condition. Has been lightly cleaned. Surface of iron still has a little of surface grime. Found with approx. 10 other "Blind Shell" Bolts when unearthed by a farmer this past spring outside of Richmond, VA. Still in the remains of a period shipping box.

(R13265) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,600.00

Produced by the Federal Ordnance Department, this fired Type II Hotchkiss missing its lead cup sabot, a common occurrence with this pattern shell. The Hotchkiss brass time fuse plug intact and in excellent condition. Has three deep flame grooves cut into the body. Shell was cleaned and varnished. Moderate pitting over entire body. Recovery location unknown.

(258-175) ORIGINALLY $200.00
REDUCED TO $175.00

Produced by the Federal Ordnance Department, here is a fired Type II Hotchkiss percussion shell in good condition complete with its base cup. Lead sabot is missing as is the shell's time fuse adapter in the nose of this Hotchkiss artillery round. The iron base cup is intact and complete with just some minor chipping along the top edge. Three deep flame grooves cut through the body and the base cup. Bottom of the base cap shows just remains of the standard lettering due to rust erosion. Body of the cylindrical shell has acquired a dark patina while the exterior wears a hard surface with moderate rust pockmarking. Length: 5½"; diameter: 2¾".

(R14060) ORIGINALLY $225.00
REDUCED TO $195.00

This non-excavated example still has the brass Hotchkiss Type II paper time adapter in excellent condition. The lead hand sabot clearly show the "lands and grooves" from a 3" ordnance rifle. Body shows casting flaws with a minor ding near the nose section. An early battlefield find, unfortunately with no history.

(R15354) ORIGINALLY $450.00
REDUCED TO $375.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $300.00

Produced by the Federal Ordnance Department, this fired Type I Hotchkiss missing its lead cup sabot, a common occurrence with this pattern shell. Has remains of the Hotchkiss percussion fuse. Shell was cleaned and varnished. Moderate pitting over entire body. Recovery location unknown.

(258-174) ORIGINALLY $200.00
REDUCED TO $175.00

The fuse cap is lightly corroded over. The slotted area on the fuse is visible. Linen impression is visible on the sabot. Lead band sabot completely intact. This unfired projectile still has the Hotchkiss patent visible on base. Minor areas of light pitting. Painted black/shellacked. Rec. Augusta, GA.

(R10094) ORIGINALLY $750.00

Missing the lead band sabot & base cup. No fuse. Light surface pitting. Minor chip near nose. Shellacked. Location of recovery unknown.

(R9785) ORIGINALLY $395.00
REDUCED TO $325.00

Fired from a 14 pounder James Rifle, sabot has damage from being fired. Approx. 50% of the tin sleeve covers the lead sabot. About 1/3 of the lead/tin sabot is missing, exposing three of the eight vertical flanges on the tapered tail section. The brass James percussion fuse is intact and in very good condition. Light areas of surface rust. Nice example exposing the vertical ribs.

(R12193) ORIGINALLY $750.00
REDUCED TO $675.00

Presented here is a Federal 3.67" Parrott 'Short Pattern' case shot artillery shell in wonderful excavated condition. Designed by Robert P. Parrott in August 1861, the shell was used with the 20-pounder Parrott Rifle of 3.67" caliber. Shell measures 9.5" long, has a diameter of 3.6", weighs 20 pounds, 2 oz and is notably more rare than the long pattern shell. The original zinc time fuse adapter is missing but the fuse cavity still shows strong threading. These Parrott case shot 20-pounders were loaded via the nose cavity. Sabot is a wrought iron tapered ring with five 'pre-engraved' flanges evident at the base. The entire Parrott shell body wears a rich, dark brown patina over a lightly rust-pocked surface. Projectile has been lightly cleaned and exhibits an inscription in white paint written on the shell's upper body which reads "20 PDR PARROTT / CASE SHOT SHELL / HARPERS FERRY." No body chips visible. A very fine excavated 20 pound case-shot Parrott from Harper's Ferry.

(R14716) ORIGINALLY $395.00
REDUCED TO $350.00

The Parrott percussion fuse head has sheared off, exposing the percussion cap still attached to the sliders. The Type II Parrott sabot, a short tin brass rabbited sabot, is missing. Body of shell has been only lightly cleaned by hand. Light to moderate areas of pitting/surface rust. Location of recover unknown.

EXTRA SHIPPING REQUIRED

(R11321) ORIGINALLY $595.00
REDUCED TO $375.00

Fired from a 100-pounder 6.4" cal. Parrott Rifle. The most common pattern bolt found in this caliber. It has a chilled iron core and a cast body. Type II Parrott sabot. Sabot exhibits no rifling from being fired. The nose has nose impact marks "chipping" along the top edge and a nice impact mark, a small "V" shape gouge in the side. Cleaned and varnished exhibits very little pitting. Found at Fort Fisher, ex-collection of Tom Dickey. Due to its weight of 93 lbs. extra shipping required.

(R13389) ORIGINALLY $1,500.00
REDUCED TO $995.00

Fired from a 20-pounder 3.67-inch caliber Parrott Rifle. The brass sabot ring clearly exhibits the "lands and grooves" of this gun. Designed primarily for destroying fortifications and ships, this bolt having been cleaned and painted black has light to moderate pitting. Location of recovery unknown.

(R13976) ORIGINALLY $750.00
REDUCED TO $500.00

Commonly referred to as a Parrott chilled-nose bolt or "bottle nose". It was designed for destroying fortifications and for use against naval targets. Brass ring sabot. Used in the deep South, they saw heavy usage from 1863-1865. A wonderful exampale having never been cleaned. Found at Vicksburg.

(R11327) ORIGINALLY $795.00
REDUCED TO $650.00

Offered is a handcrafted model of a Whitworth breechloading rifle crafted by Russell A. Norgan of Gettysburg, PA. The rifle is 39 inches long and the wheels stand 15 ½ inches high. The non-firing barrel is 27 inches in length and the breech actually screws open as the original does. All the parts are steel except for the implements, which are made of wood. On the bottom of the highly detailed Whitworth is a plaque that reads. HAND CRAFTED BY / RUSSELL A. NORGAN / GETTYSBURG, PENNA. / LIMITED EDITION / SER NUM 3 OF 3 and the numbers 3 and 3. Not much is known about Norgan except that he lived in Gettysburg and his cannons are very highly detailed and the workmanship is superb and of museum quality.

(258-146) ORIGINALLY $3,750.00
REDUCED TO $1,950.00

Offered is a handcrafted model of a 10lb. Parrott and limber crafted by Russell A. Norgan of Gettysburg Pa. The rifle is 37 inches long and the wheels stand 15 ½ inches high. The non-firing barrel is 19 inches in length. All the parts are steel except for the implements, which are made of wood. On the bottom of the highly detailed Parrott is a plaque that reads. HAND CRAFTED BY / RUSSELL A. NORGAN / GETTYSBURG, PENNA. / LIMITED EDITION / SER NUM 3 OF 4. And the numbers 7 and 88, which represent the date, it was made. Also on the wooden wheel chock is a small plaque that reads COMMEMORATIVE / BATTLE OF / GETTYSBURG / 1863-JULY-1988.

The limber is made with the same detail as the Parrott. It is 36" in length and the wheels are 15 ½ inches high. The limber chest, which is removable, even has the table of fire on the inside of the lid. The detail is so precise that the lock is even functional.

Not much is known about Norgan except that his cannons are very highly detailed and the workmanship is superb and of museum quality.

(258-147) ORIGINALLY $3,750.00
REDUCED TO $1,950.00

The 1 7/16" wide red Moroccan leather belt is faced with elaborate gold bullion tape. Red Moroccan leather sword suspension pad, brass adjusting buckle, and bullion faced loop with D-ring. The 41mm x 75mm two-piece interlocking plate uses a heavy cast 23mm tongue, faced with a pre-war Virginia staff button, which is ingeniously attached to the cast tongue with copper wires and solder. The tongue is composed of laurel leaves with a floral rosette at the top and ribbon at the bottom. The belt attachment loops are deeply cast with leaf and scroll motifs. The face of the plate retains 80% of the original gilt, while the back of the plate retains 40% of the original black enamel finish, including nearly all of the original finish on the back of the tongue. Entirely hand finished and fitted the plate is doubtless the work of a Virginia jeweler and is unquestionably Civil War period or earlier. The belt, which is cored with burlap, exhibits a couple of edge cracks and some minor damage at the sword suspension pad but is very pliable and sound. Absolutely unique in our experience and a very attractive Virginia officer's sword belt.

(541-04) $3,250.00
REDUCED TO $2,500.00

An extraordinary early-war issue EM belt & accoutrements, from 1960s Shenandoah Valley estate sale. Brown bridal leather belt, measuring 40" in length and 2.125" in width, painted black, 7" inner strap w/buckle. Standard CSA cap box w/finial, though without fleece or pick, is rear-looped to belt. Brown black-painted leather bayonet frog is sewn into the belt, just as the scabbard is sewn into the frog. Frog & scabbard measure 16.75" in length, the scabbard 14.25".

Belt leather & buckle-strap leather strong and pliable though cracked & flaking. Have been treated w/Picard once over lightly and is holding up well. Cap box & belt loop lea. vg, w/some earlier flaking over patches now smooth & solid. Cap-box stitching is tight, w/loop stitching slightly loose at top. While the frog leather remains supple, the black painted scabbard is dry and its tip somewhat fragile. One slight tear at the juncture of frog & scabbard has been professionally repaired & is scarcely noticeable. Though no markings are discernable, which is not uncommon, this set exhibits all the early-war CS characteristics. Very rare to find a set as intact and as solid as this one. Superb display piece for serious Confederate collectors.

(M17967) ORIGINALLY $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,250.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,750.00

This artifact of original Civil War memorabilia is an outstanding early war specimen of a high quality black bridle leather sword belt mated with a corresponding regulation 1851 pattern, enlisted brass eagle belt plate and keeper. In excellent condition, this handsome sword belt is made of fine black bridle leather that features a strong and smooth finished surface with no flaking, creasing or crazing at all. The rectangular M1851 belt plate is secured by being looped through the plate loop and clasped to the leather belt by means of a brass hook. A leather adjuster loop also secures the plate. The brass keeper is sewn to the leather belt. Constructed of strong supple black leather, this handsome belt measures 39" long, 2" wide and exhibits a finely tanned, satiny, black exterior with a buff / light brown interior color. Sewn to the sword belt is a pair of 2" long sword strap loops, upper and lower, each fitted with an oval brass ring. Each of these rings suspends a leather sword hanger strap. The upper sword hanger strap measures almost 11" long with its both ends looped back on themselves and secured with a large brass rivet. Upper brass ring also suspends a brass sword hook. The lower sword hanger strap measures almost 28" long with its both ends looped back on themselves and secured with a large brass rivet. The far end of each leather sword hanger attaches to the suspension rings mounted on the sword's scabbard. The rectangular eagle waist belt plate is a Regulation 1851 Pattern enlisted man's plate, circa 1861. This standard, unmarked early-war plate measures 80 x 52 mm and is constructed of cast brass and features an integral eagle motif and tongue. Strongly secured to the plate face is an applied, three-piece, nickel-silver wreath with the tips reaching above the eagle's wings. Plate is nicely detailed and exhibits strong edges with even wear on all the high spots including shield device, stars and wing edges. Both the plate and its keeper, a.k.a. the hasp, are devoid of benchmarks. Cast tongue is integral to the plate. This fine leather sword belt rig with its pleasing rectangular M1851 eagle belt plate is as nice as they come. A very fine addition that would enhance any Civil War leather collection or soldier's display.

(400-549) ORIGINALLY $1,950.00
REDUCED TO $1,695.00

Standard issue leather belt in fair condition. Surface shows some light flaking in spots. There are two minor tears in the belt. One is from the center of a size hole to the edge of the belt. This meas. approx. .50 inch long. The other is in the center of the back and again goes from the center to the edge. This is also approx. .50 inches in length. The brass keeper is attached to one end. The belt plate is a very nice one with a smooth surface patina to match the keeper. The back of the plate has 100% of its lead with arrow hooks and tongue. This is a nice representative piece that has not been fooled with. This plate and keeper have been on this belt from the beginning.

(241-18) ORIGINALLY $475.00
REDUCED TO $400.00

By William Gilham, Colonel of Volunteers, Intructor of Tactics, and Commandant of Cadets, Virginia Military Institute. Richmond, VA: West & Johnson; Printed by Evans & Cogswell, No. 3 Broad Street, Charleston, S.C., 1861. 12mo. Decorative Cloth. Good. 559pp; 5 folding plates. Age-toned and scattered spotting; spine frayed at head and foot; edges worn through; gilt lettering on spine and front cover worn and faded; still, a very presentable example of this work. Preface dateliness "December, 1860." At pp. 534-559 is "Articles of War/An Act for Establishing Rules and Articles for the Government of the Armies of the confederate States." With contemp. Ms. Signature inside front cover, "Jas. H. Tompkins/Co. E 2nd Tenn'e." Harwell, Confederate Hundred, 36. Crandall 2418. Parrish & Willingham 4836.

(337-104) Originally $2,450.00

New York: Sinclair Tousey, Publisher, No. 121 Nassau St., 1863. 48p., 4,75" x 7. 75", wraps w/red covers. Corners bumped, lightly chipped & worn at the extremities, text slightly foxed, w/small interior water stain at lower spine corners. Else VG.

The book tells the tale of Lee's 1863 invasion of Pennsylvania in mock biblical language, alluding throughout to the machinations of copperhead ["Kopur-hedd"] politicians New York Governor Horatio Seymour ["See-More] and New York City Mayor Fernando Wood [Phrenandiwud]. Secret allies of Robert E. Lee ["Robbuttleeh"], the chief captain of the chivalry ["Tshivalree"] from the province of Virginia ["Pharjinnee"] in the the land of Dixie ["Diksee"] in secret opposition to their own leader Abraham Lincoln "["Abraham the Honest"] in the land of the United States [Unculpsalm] north of the Mason-Dixon [Masanandicsun]….

Extremely clever & rather funny…….Mr. Lincoln's kind of humor, most definitely.

(37-143) ORIGINALLY $225.00
REDUCED TO $200.00

A very rare example of a Colonial/Federal period French Faience tankard. Faience was the French version of Delftware. They are both tin glazed earthware. Outdoor scene of three men drinking & smoking. Meas. 7.5" x 4".

(M13225) Originally $395.00
REDUCED TO $295.00

With replaced hooks. Small size plate, 2.75"x1.5". Bright face with some age spots. Back has 100% lead & one brass wire replaced hook.

(M9743) ORIGINALLY $200.00
REDUCED TO $175.00

This is a fine example of an early style cartridge box. The box is almost eleven inches wide and is in a curved shape. The box is a shaped block of wood covered with black leather with a single flap that attaches to a single ferrule. The attaching flap is missing. The block has 13 holes drilled in it to store cartridges in. The box was carried over the shoulder by a continuous white linen strap that attached to the bottom of the box. The strap has been cut but some of it is visible where it was attached to the box. Also the leather straps that were on the back are missing. All in all it is a great early box that will display well.

(2-548) ORIGINALLY $450.00
REDUCED TO $350.00

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

Nine .58 cal. Union Minie Ball cartridges in string tied paper wrapper. Measures, 3 x 2.5" String good, wrapper spotted but good, inner cartridges tight and fine. Good display packet.

(154-496) ORIGINALLY $1,100.00
REDUCED TO $950.00

Here is a seldom seen artifact from the Civil War which is an original, unopened packet of ten Federal .58 caliber paper cartridges still contained within the original beige or light tan colored paper wrap. The rectangular paper packet measures 3" long x 3" wide x 1" high and displays no maker's marks or stampings of any kind. Ammunition packet, in very fine original condition, is loosely wrapped and exhibits just one tiny crease split on the wrapping. In addition, brown colored twine or string is tied around the artifact on all four sides and secures the entire packet. This wonderful pack of ten original, unused .58 cal paper cartridges is a great example of a what every Federal infantryman carried during the Civil War.

(459-101) ORIGINALLY $1,000.00

This ammunition was produced with the nose of the bullet resting upon the powder charge and the bullet end was dipped in wax. Featured is an original plain .577 caliber bullet which is displayed along side an original paper cartridge that retains its wrapped paper cover. Original paper wrapping is torn near the base and exposes the conical lead bullet. Paper also shows areas of staining. Included is a color facsimile of a period ammunition label for a packet of Enfield cartridges from the Augusta Arsenal in Georgia. Items are displayed in a riker case.

(M15425) ORIGINALLY $395.00
REDUCED TO $295.00

Exceptionally fine fighting dirk, with bright 8.5" spear-pointed blade, measuring .75" in width at base, tapering to a point. Scalloped crossguard measures 1.75", with red velvet washer. Crenellated, knobbed seven-sided handle. Metal scabbard is lined-marked at throat and tip, and two places in between, with belt frog & clip. The blade is slightly loose; displays small patches of oxidation spotting at the base. Washer lightly worn. Handle & scabbard exhibit minor tarnish, with one moderate handle ding. Else VG. Distinctive, and highly attractive fighting dirk.

(30-1426) ORIGINALLY $2,500.00
REDUCED TO $1,650.00

Cal. .52 rifled. The breech block has traces of color and clear "J.H. Hall" markings with an "1831" date. Good mechanics. All other iron components retain approx. 75% aging brown finish. Bore is strong and bright. The stock appears to retain its factory surface with an old oil finish and scattered light handling marks.

(258-188) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,650.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,395.00

This seldom seen, original Artillery Model 1847 firearm is one of three similar types of Springfield musketoons contracted by the Ordnance Department in March 1847 for military service. Musketoons are considered a 'small musket', a.k.a. carbine, and they were contracted for the Artillery, Cavalry and Sapper & Miner branch use. Some 3,300 Model 1847 musketoons were produced for the artillery and this specimen is a very fine weapon in excellent overall condition.

This unaltered artillery musketoon is dated "1847" and is most likely part of the two hundred and one percussion musketoons manufactured that year for the Ordnance Department. Regular manufacture of the Model 1847 musketoons started in 1848 and continued through 1859. The small musket is a .69 caliber, smoothbore, single-shot muzzleloader that measures 41" long and weighs approximately 6½" pounds. The lock plate is flat with beveled edges and exhibits a surface that features a mellow dusky gray color with a mild peppery look from scattered fine rust pitting. Lock markings are the standard "spreadwinged eagle / US" in front of the hammer. To the rear of the hammer in three lines is "SPRING / FIELD / 1847".

Mechanics are strong and crisp. All metal surfaces have been cleaned and wear a mottled but smooth light gray patina. The 26" long, round barrel exhibits strong proof marks "V / P/ Eaglehead" on the breech along with the date "1847" clearly stamped on the barrel tang. This specimen exhibits a socket bayonet stud fitted beneath the barrel. Bore is just about mint with a bright high sheen. Barrel is secured to the stock via two flat barrel bands. The upper is a double-strapped band with a rear-projecting lower lip with the lower band has its lower lip projecting forward. All the metal components are iron and wear the same mellow gray patina.

The dark, uncleaned stock is black walnut with an oil finish and is in very good condition with no cracks or breaks but does show its share of acquired dents, dings and scratches. Two original issue sling swivels are fitted to the weapon, one forward of the toe on the butt and the second swivel on the lower band. The flat opposite the hammer exhibits two government inspector oval cartouches. Sub-inspector marks "L", "C" or "K" are clearly visible on the hammer spur, trigger guard, triggerguard tang, lock strap, and butt strap. All screws unbuggered. Butt plate is stamped "US" and also bears the numerals "448" on the plate. Those same numerals appear on both cheeks of the stock adjacent to the butt plate edge. This excellent specimen of the U.S. Model 1847Artillery Musketoon is a very desirable collectible and a worthy addition to any fine weapons collection.

(218-302) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00
REDUCED TO $3,400.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $3,200.00

Cal. .58. Lamson, Goodnow & Yale contract. All iron surfaces are cleaned to a dull gray with scattered pepper and a few patches of light pitting remaining. Lock markings "Eagle / U.S.", "L.G. & Y / Windsor, VT" and date "1862" are visible though thinned from cleaning. Good mechanics. The barrel proofs and date "1863" are visible though thin. The bore is cleaned bright with some light pitting remaining in corners of grooves. The stock shows little wear and just a very light cleaning. Cartouche thin but visible.

(218-289) ORIGINALLY $1,750.00
REDUCED TO $1,650.00

Cal. .58. Bridesburg contract. All iron surfaces show cleaning and exhibit a bright gray color with some scattered pepper visible. An area of moderate pitting is present in rear of rear sight, lighter at nipple. The lock markings typical to this contract are visible with some thinning. Good mechanics. The barrel proof marks are clear but the "1863" date is thin. The bore is strong and semi-bright with a slightly dusty look. The stock is sound showing light wear and use. Thin cartouche.

(218-290) ORIGINALLY $2,050.00
REDUCED TO $1,950.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,850.00
ADDITIONALLY REDUCED TO $1,750.00

Cal. .58. E. Robinson Contract with an ID to a Henry S. Young. all iron surfaces are cleaned to gray-bright with some patches of light pitting remaining. Lock markings "E. Robinson / New York" are clear as is date "1864". The eagle shows thinning but is visible. Good lockwork. The barrel proof marks are clear while the 1864 date is very thing. The ID "Henry S. Young" is clear and is marked on top of barrel behind the rear sight. The bore is strong with some scattered dark patches and a few minor burrs at muzzle. The stock shows age, wear and use to is dark surface with handling marks and some edge rounding. Two thin but visible cartouches.

(218-244) ORIGINALLY $1,850.00
REDUCED TO $1,750.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,650.00

Cal. .58. Trenton Contract. All iron surfaces have been cleaned and present an even gray bright color with a slightly dusty look. Some peppery pitting remains at breech and some minor tool marks are foward of rear sight. Lock markings "U.S. / Trenton", "Eagle" and date "1863" remain clear. Crisp lock work. the barrel proofs are present though thin. The date is not present. The bore is strong with a few dark patches. The stock shows wear and use consistent with age and use, but no major abuse. Traces of "N.J." cartouche remain on left side.

(218-265) ORIGINALLY $1,795.00
REDUCED TO $1,695.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,595.00

Cal. .58. The lock surface is mostly smooth with a dark gray color. Some dusty pitting is present on hammer nose. Good lock work. Markings typical to this model are clear with an "1864" date. The barrel surface is cleaned to gray-bright with some patches of pepper and light pitting remaining at breech. Markings "V/P/Eagle" are clear while date "1864" is very thin. Only traces of the "Eagle" remain on bolster. The bore is strong but has scattered pitting. All iron components are consistent. The stock is sound, showing smooth wear and use with scattered light handling marks. Two thin cartouche.

(218-285) ORIGINALLY $2,150.00
REDUCED TO $2,050.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,950.00

Cal. .58. The lock surface wears a smooth dark patina. The markings "U.S. / Springfield", "Eagle" and date "1864" are clear. Good lock work. The barrel surface is cleaned bright, leaving a slightly dusty look and some scattered fine pitting, mostly at breech. The proof marks are clear with some thinning while the date "1864" is partially obscured by light pitting and thinned by cleaning. The bore is strong and bright with scattered pepper that may scrub out to better. All other iron components are consistent. The stock is sound with some light handlig marks and minor chipping at ramrod channel near front band. Two thin cartouches.

(218-279) ORIGINALLY $2,750.00
REDUCED TO $2,650.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,550.00
ADDITIONALLY REDUCED TO $2,450.00

Produced by the Springfield Armory, this .50 caliber, centerfire, cartridge weapon is one of over 51,000 made from 1868 through 1872. Serial numbered 29689, the rifle's iron surfaces wear a smooth, dark plum patina. Hammer and butt plate moderately pitted. All markings to this model present but thinned. Mechanics crisp. Bore strong and bright with scattered light pitting. Lockplate markings show the spreadwinged eagle and read "US / SPRINGFIELD" forward of the hammer and "1864" at rear of hammer. Walnut stock exhibits a dark patina with wear and shows scattered minor dings, dents and nicks along with a chip near the top of butt plate. Iron mountings standard but only the lower barrel band is present. Rear sight is the long range type but the adjustable slide leaf missing. Front sight on the lug. No visible cartouches. No ramrod present.

(154-260) ORIGINALLY $650.00
REDUCED TO $600.00

Presented here, in very good condition, is a Type II Gwyn & Campbell carbine. One of some 4,000 carbines produced, the .52 caliber, percussion breech-loading Gwyn & Campbell carbine was the invention of businessmen Edward Gwyn and partner Abner C. Campbell, both of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Sometimes referred to as the 'Union Carbine' or Grapevine Carbine', the Gwyn & Campbell Type 2 is the most common encountered in the collecting field and was the successor weapon to the Cosmopolitan Arms Company carbine of Hamilton, O. The U.S. Ordnance Dept. granted over a dozen contracts to Gwyn & Campbell during 1863 and 1864 for a total of 8,202 carbines. A number of Federal cavalry units were armed with this weapon and included the 3rd Wisconsin; 2nd and 3rd Iowa; 2nd & 3rd Arkansas; 5th and 8th Ohio; 5th, 6th and 16th Illinois along with other Civil War units.

Weapon is a single shot, falling-block action piece mated to a 20" round barrel that has an octagonal section at the breech. This specimen exhibits all iron mountings and is void of all original colors on the metal. Hammer has a flat back with a beveled edge and a lever that is not as serpentine as the Type 1 model. Lever locks into a small claw-like vertical mounted latch on bottom of the stock. Carbine wears light rust pitting over several areas of the frame, lockplate barrel and buttplate. Specimen bears serial # 2903 and is stamped with maker's mark of "GWYN & CAMPBELL / PATENT / 1862 / HAMILTON, O." on the lockplate. Stamping hard to read but it is there. Weapon is also clearly stamped with "UNION / RIFLE" on the obverse side of the frame beneath the nipple area. A short base rear sight sits on the octagon frame. Carbine exhibits strong mechanics and is fitted with a sling bar and sling ring. Two inspector cartouches visible on left side of stock near the frame. Screws in fine condition. Wood stock appears to have been cleaned at one time and still has some feathering. Has normal dings and dents from use and age.

This Type II Gwyn & Campbell carbine is a fine representative cavalry arm of the Civil War and would definitely enhance any military carbine display or collection.

(475-63) ORIGINALLY $2,250.00
REDUCED TO $1,975.00

Cal. .52 rimfire. S/N 14492. The lock, breech block, band and butt plate and gray with minor age staining and thin patina. The trigger guard wears a mix of gray and medium patina. The barrel retains most of its blue. All markings typical to this model are sharp and clear. Crisp mechanics and a bright, strong bore. The stock shows handling and use with various handling marks and a probably re-oiling. No visible cartouche.

(258-185) ORIGINALLY $3,250.00
REDUCED TO $2,925.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,450.00

Cal. .54. S/N 12268. All iron surfaces are smooth with a semi-bright color, having scattered peppery patina and some patches of dried oil. The lock markings "J. H. Merrill Balto/Pat. July 1858/Apl. 9, May 21-28-61" and serial number "12268" are sharp and clear. Crisp mechanics. The breech lever marking "J.H. Merrill Balto/Pat July 1858" and s/n "12268" are clear. The brass mountings wear a medium brass patina. The breech end o the bore is dark. The stock surface shows some aging and handling with some nicks and chips, while retaining good edges. Clear cartouches.

(443-09) ORIGINALLY $4,250.00
REDUCED TO $3,500.00

Offer is a European style, probably French revolver from the early 1800'S. The barrel is a 7 5/8-inch long browned barrel that is flared at the muzzle end. The bore is smooth and bright. The front sight is a single blade on the barrel. The rear end of the barrel is decorated with gold gilding. The rear sight is located on the barrel tang that is decorated with engraving. The trigger guard, butt cap, sideplate and ramrod pipe are blued and also decorated with engraving. It has an escutcheon on the grip that is made of silver. The grip is decorated with wood checkering. The ramrod is made of steel. The lockplate and hammer also are decorated with engraving. The mechanics of the lock are in good working condition. The overall condition of this gun is very good.

(30-1440) ORIGINALLY $895.00
REDUCED TO $825.00

This British manufactured revolver was available in 32, 44 and 49 caliber. They incorporated a double action lock patented by Lt. Fredreck Beaumont. The barrel and frame are made from a single piece of steel. The front sights are either a blade or a beaded post dovetailed into the barrel and the rear sight is a groove notched on the frame. The loading lever is located on the left side. The metal finish is blued and the one-piece grip is checkered walnut. The left side of the frame is inscribed ADAMS PATENT followed by the serial number 100363,which is also on the cylinder. Offered is a 44 caliber 5-shot revolver with a six-inch barrel. It has 80% original finish on the frame but none on the cylinder. The cylinder is stamped with proof marks as well as the barrel. The action is crisp and mechanically sound.

The case is 13 inches by 17 inches and 2 ½ inches high. It is covered on the inside with green felt. On the inside of the top is the original Adams label. The light colored wood has numerous dings and scratches. Besides the pistol, the case holds a double cavity brass bullet mold, brass powder pistol flask,wooden handled screwdriver and a tin of F.Joyce percussion gun caps manufactured in London.

(556-01) ORIGINALLY $3,295.00
REDUCED TO $2,850.00

The Remington-Beals Navy Model revolver was manufactured from 1861 to 1863 with a total of 15,000 being manufactured. It is percussion, 36 caliber six shot revolvers. The barrel is marked BEALS PATENT SEPT. 14, 1858 / MANUFACTURED BY REMINGTON ILION, N.Y. This revolver is marked with serial number 14546 under the barrel. The finish is a dark attic brown with light surface rust and some heavy rust on the hammer. The action is tight and functional.

(218-299) ORIGINALLY $1,550.00
REDUCED TO $1,450.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,350.00

Starr made about 23,000 revolvers between the late1850's and the early 1860's. The only other revolvers that surpass the Starr in numbers sold to the government during the civil war are the Colt and Remington.

Offered is a 44 caliber, six shot pistol with an six inch round barrel. The serial number is 6076, which is stamped on the cylinder, frame and under the grips. The frame markings are STARR/ARMS CO., NEW YORK on the left side and STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856 is on the right side. The metal is a brown patina with traces of pitting and surface rust. The action is fair but in working condition. The walnut grips have light inspector cartouches on both sides.

(218-292) ORIGINALLY $1,250.00
REDUCED TO $1,150.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,050.00

Starr made about 32,000 revolvers between 1863 and 1865. The single action replaced the Model 1859 double action because it was less expensive to manufacture. The only other revolvers that surpass the Starr in numbers sold to the government during the civil war are the Colt and Remington. Offered is a 44 caliber, six shot pistol with an eight inch round barrel. The serial number 28471, which is stamped on the cylinder, frame and under the grips, makes this an early war manufactured pistol. The frame markings STARR/ARMS CO., NEW YORK on the left side and STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856 is on the right side. The metal is a brown patina with traces of original blue finish on the frame. The action is loose but in working condition. The walnut grips have what appear to be six notches carved on the bottom but both inspector cartouches are visible. It also has sub-inspector stampings on various parts throughout the pistol. Nice example of a civil war pistol used in the Civil War.

(218-293) ORIGINALLY $1,850.00
REDUCED TO $1,750.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,650.00

Ca. 1900. This monument was dedicated in August 1886 and is located on North Slocum Ave. Executed in grey/green water color, signed "M.L.G." in lower left corner, measujring 12 x 17". Single matted in white, in white-painted, glassed wooden frame, measuring 17.5 x26.5". Monument inscription reads as follows: "The regiment was placed in reserve in rear of this position at 9:30 A.M. of the 3d. and subsequently five companies advanced into the breast-works. During the heavy cannonade it moved with the brigade to support the left center. Loss in the action. Two officers and twenty nine enlisted men killed and wounded. Birney's Zouaves. First Brigade, Thrid Division, Sixth Corps." The wooden backed frame exhibits light wear & soiling, and the glass is flecked with the tiny wavy bubbles characteristic of turn of the century glass. The painting is nothing less than stunning, a superb piece of Gettysburg monument art.

PLEASE NOTE: THE BUYER OF THE ITEM IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF ANY GLASS BROKEN DURING SHIPMENT

(L10318) ORIGINALLY $1,295.00

Certificate for restitution filed by private citizens whose property was damaged or destroyed as a result of the Gettysburg campaign.

Measures 15" x 8.75". Overall very fine condition. Pre-printed and ink. Minor wear to left edge. This Certificate of Adjudicated Claim For War Damages was issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on January 1, 1872. It is number 5888, for the amount of $502.80, issued to Christian Oyer. Very nice engraving at top center, with engraving of John White Geary at bottom center.

Text reads "This is to Certify that Christian Oyer, has on file in the office of the auditor general a duly approved and registered claim for the sum of Five hundred and two --------------- 80/100 Dollars as adjudicated under the act, entitled "An Act to authorize the liquidation of damages sustained by citizens of Pennsylvania during the late rebellion," and payable only when said claims shall be paid by the United States government.
In Testimony Whereof we have herunto set our hands and the seal of the State this first day of January 1872".

Signed by John F. Hartranft, Pennsylvania Auditor General. Hartranft (1830-1889) was a civil engineer, deputy sheriff, lawyer, and militia colonel prior to the Civil War. Made Colonel of 4th PA in 1861; when the 9 month regiment refused to fight at Bull Run because their enlistment was up, Hartranft offered his services to Gen. William Franklin. In 1866 he received the Medal of Honor for his actions at that battle. Made Colonel of 51st PA Infantry in Nov. 1861. Served as Provost Marshal at the trial of Lincoln's assassins. Brevetted Maj. Gen. 3/25/65. Post-war served as PA Auditor General (1867-1873) and Governor from 1863 to 1879. Appointed Postmaster of Philadelphia and later Collector for the Port of Philadelphia.

Document is also signed by Governor John White Geary (1819-1873). Held a variety of occupations before the Civil War including teacher, lawyer, surveyor, Kansas Territorial Governor. Saw action in the Mexican War. Became Colonel of the 28th PA Infantry in June 1861. Commanded 1st Brig. 2nd Div. II Corps at Cedar Mountain, and 2nd Div., XII Corps at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg; commanded 2nd Div., XX Corps in Atlanta Campaign & March to the Sea. Served as military governor of Savannah. Brevet Maj. Gen. 1/12/65. Served two terms as governor of Pennsylvania.

(L10996) ORIGINALLY $275.00

Certificate for restitution filed by private citizens whose property was damaged or destroyed as a result of the Gettysburg campaign.

Measures 15" x 8.75". Overall very fine condition. Pre-printed and ink. Minor wear to left edge, some light age yellowing. This Certificate of Adjudicated Claim For War Damages was issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on January 1, 1872. It is number 3239, for the amount of $533.73, issued to Isaac Kuhn. Very nice engraving at top center, with engraving of John White Geary at bottom center.

Text reads "This is to Certify that Isaac Kuhn, has on file in the office of the auditor general a duly approved and registered claim for the sum of Five hundred and thirty three --------------- 73/100 Dollars as adjudicated under the act, entitled "An Act to authorize the liquidation of damages sustained by citizens of Pennsylvania during the late rebellion," and payable only when said claims shall be paid by the United States government.
In Testimony Whereof we have herunto set our hands and the seal of the State this first day of January 1872".

Signed by John F. Hartranft, Pennsylvania Auditor General. Hartranft (1830-1889) was a civil engineer, deputy sheriff, lawyer, and militia colonel prior to the Civil War. Made Colonel of 4th PA in 1861; when the 9 month regiment refused to fight at Bull Run because their enlistment was up, Hartranft offered his services to Gen. William Franklin. In 1866 he received the Medal of Honor for his actions at that battle. Made Colonel of 51st PA Infantry in Nov. 1861. Served as Provost Marshal at the trial of Lincoln's assassins. Brevetted Maj. Gen. 3/25/65. Post-war served as PA Auditor General (1867-1873) and Governor from 1863 to 1879. Appointed Postmaster of Philadelphia and later Collector for the Port of Philadelphia.

Document is also signed by Governor John White Geary (1819-1873). Held a variety of occupations before the Civil War including teacher, lawyer, surveyor, Kansas Territorial Governor. Saw action in the Mexican War. Became Colonel of the 28th PA Infantry in June 1861. Commanded 1st Brig. 2nd Div. II Corps at Cedar Mountain, and 2nd Div., XII Corps at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg; commanded 2nd Div., XX Corps in Atlanta Campaign & March to the Sea. Served as military governor of Savannah. Brevet Maj. Gen. 1/12/65. Served two terms as governor of Pennsylvania.

(L10997) ORIGINALLY $275.00

Certificate for restitution filed by private citizens whose property was damaged or destroyed as a result of the Gettysburg campaign.

Measures 15" x 8.75". Overall very fine condition. Pre-printed and ink. Minor wear to left edge. This Certificate of Adjudicated Claim For War Damages was issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on January 1, 1872. It is number 4923, for the amount of $632.00, issued to Jacob Zook. Very nice engraving at top center, with engraving of John White Geary at bottom center.

Text reads "This is to Certify that Jacob Zook, has on file in the office of the auditor general a duly approved and registered claim for the sum of Six hundred and thirty two --------------- 00/100 Dollars as adjudicated under the act, entitled "An Act to authorize the liquidation of damages sustained by citizens of Pennsylvania during the late rebellion," and payable only when said claims shall be paid by the United States government.
In Testimony Whereof we have herunto set our hands and the seal of the State this first day of January 1872".

Signed by John F. Hartranft, Pennsylvania Auditor General. Hartranft (1830-1889) was a civil engineer, deputy sheriff, lawyer, and militia colonel prior to the Civil War. Made Colonel of 4th PA in 1861; when the 9 month regiment refused to fight at Bull Run because their enlistment was up, Hartranft offered his services to Gen. William Franklin. In 1866 he received the Medal of Honor for his actions at that battle. Made Colonel of 51st PA Infantry in Nov. 1861. Served as Provost Marshal at the trial of Lincoln's assassins. Brevetted Maj. Gen. 3/25/65. Post-war served as PA Auditor General (1867-1873) and Governor from 1863 to 1879. Appointed Postmaster of Philadelphia and later Collector for the Port of Philadelphia.

Document is also signed by Governor John White Geary (1819-1873). Held a variety of occupations before the Civil War including teacher, lawyer, surveyor, Kansas Territorial Governor. Saw action in the Mexican War. Became Colonel of the 28th PA Infantry in June 1861. Commanded 1st Brig. 2nd Div. II Corps at Cedar Mountain, and 2nd Div., XII Corps at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg; commanded 2nd Div., XX Corps in Atlanta Campaign & March to the Sea. Served as military governor of Savannah. Brevet Maj. Gen. 1/12/65. Served two terms as governor of Pennsylvania.

(L10998) ORIGINALLY $275.00

Here is a true and original, Confederate leather cartridge box direct from the estate of a local Gettysburg family. Provenance and information passed down through the generations is that this leather cartridge box accoutrement was found and picked from the Gettysburg battlefield by a family member just a few days after the fighting ended here. At this point, information is limited but the piece was displayed in a family museum for years and then held privately by the family until recently. If further information is available from the family, it will be presented with this piece.

The cartridge box specimen is completely unmarked and lacks the shoulder strap as well as both tins. Box measures approximately 6¾" x 5" x 1½" and is made from what appears to be coarse russet leather with the buff side out and smooth side inward. Outer flap measures approximately 8"across by 7" high and features a slightly scalloped front edge with a 4½" long, 1" wide russet leather closure tab loosely sewn to flap. Inner flap is strong and solid and retains the two end flaps or "ears" sewn to the edges. Flap stitching, which is machine done, is original and quite tight, likewise for the box side stitching. Closure tab looks to have been removed at one time and re-sewn to serve as a display hanger for the cartridge box, which when laid flat, its outer flap lays fully extended and flat on its back - the top flap cannot be folded shut as it would mostly likely causing tearing to the leather. The original tin boxes have long been gone and the bottom of the cartridge box exhibits stretching and downward sagging of the leather. The bottom of this box also shows evidence of the leather being stretched and crowding over a portion of the lead finial. Only one roller buckle and clasp remain. A thin, russet leather implement pouch with closure tab is also sewn to the front. Backside of box has the two horizontal leather strap loops at the top along with two vertical belt loops. Loops are secured to box with stitching and have no rivets. All leather is dry and stiff with just slight cracking and creasing visible on the hinge area of the outer flap. Signs of surface flaking appear along the bottom of the box but this Confederate leather specimen is remarkably strong.

Confederate leather, in any condition, is quite difficult to procure on the market today. This wonderful, Southern accoutrement carried by a rebel soldier and left behind at Gettysburg, is a superb artifact from one of the greatest battle engagements of the entire Civil War.

(M16527) ORIGINALLY $4,500.00

One of only three complete albums known to be in existence, this album of salt prints includes images of college faculty, staff & students (with each individual's signature below their photo) taken by photographer Charles Tyson in the Spring of 1862. Also includes the earliest known outdoor photograph recorded in Gettysburg, a campus view taken from a roof of a warehouse. Buildings in the image include the President's House, Linnaean Hall, & Pennsylvania Hall. The album measures 8"x9.75", & is 1.5" thick. The cloth & leather cover shows moderate staining, & little of the binding over the spine remains. The front cover is separated from the rest of the album. Ornate gold latches still work to fasten the book together. There are 12 gold gilt edged pages inside containing 24 identified images, which along w/the outdoor image of the college makes a total of 25 images. Each page measures 7.5"x9.5", w/oval images measuring 3.5"x4.5".

Individuals included in the album are: 1. Claudius Galen Treicher, student, 1840-1912, graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School. This album most likely belonged to Treicher, as it contains a clipping of his obituary along with his photo; also, next to each signature in period pencil is "dec", for those who died before Treicher; none are marked which post-date his death in 1912. 2. H.L. Baugher, President of the College from 1850-68; 3. Michael Jacobs, math & science professor, who during the battle of Gettysburg guided Union officers to the cupola of Pennsylvania Hall, & his meteorological notes have provided us w/the weather conditions which existed at the time of the battle; 4. John Hopkins, an African American who was a popular college janitor from 1847 to 1868; 5. Student Frank Echols Baltzhoover, 1841-1923, lawyer & politician. His copy of this album had previously been one of two known complete copies; 6. Frederick Klinefelter, also a student, who enlisted in the 26th PA Emergency Volunteers, serving as Captain of Co. A.; 7. Rufus Weaver (1841-1936), student & Gettysburg native, who became a medical doctor & taught at Hahnemann Medical College. During the summers of 1871-73, he returned to Gettysburg to disinter Confederate dead from unmarked graves on the battlefield, shipping their bodies south for re-burial. Other individuals in the album are professors Martin L. Stoever, Frederick A. Muhlenburg, Charles F. Schaeffer; as well as students John W. Croll, Martin L. Culler, Albert Ebling, Samuel A.K. Francis, Henry Eyster Jacobs, Henry W. Keedy, Jacob B. Keller, Duncan M. Kermerer, Charles Van Swearingen Levey, Alexander M. Miller, Johnathan Sahm, Johnathon Sarver, Augustus D. Schaeffer, & Mason Weidman. This item is a rare & fascinating piece of Gettysburg history.

ORIGINALLY (P10926) $3,500.00

This item is part of a Civil War general's uniform grouping which contains some of the best and seldom seen identified wartime articles to come available on the collecting market today. The entire uniform ensemble belonged to Federal Brigadier General George Franklin Davis, who was born in 1815 in Springfield, VT. He operated a hotel in Cavendish, VT for fifteen years beginning in 1838. He served on the Board of Trustees of the Vermont Academy at Saxton's River, and was cashier and later a director in the National Black River Bank in Proctorsville. Davis served as a State Senator Windsor County, Vermont in 1856-57, and represented the town of Cavendish in the State Legislature from 1849 - 1860. He was selected in 1857 as Quartermaster General for the State of Vermont with the rank of Brigadier General. Upon the outbreak of the Civil War, General Davis insured that the first new regiments of Vermont troops called to the battlefield were properly equipped and outfitted. During his administration, he traveled frequently to the front to look after the sick and wounded. He was instrumental in having the marine hospital in Burlington turned over to the state of Vermont in 1862, as well as a hospital in Brattleboro. In 1864 he oversaw the construction of a military hospital in Montpelier. General Davis died in Cavenish on February 1, 1901.

This well-constructed, dark brown leather, Model 1851 dragoon saber belt complete with all straps is not a dress rig - this maker marked, 1¾" wide leather sword belt was made for service and features ends that are looped and sewn. Featured is a spectacular specimen of a U.S. regulation 1851-pattern officer's brass rectangular waist belt plate in mint condition. All leather is very strong and tight with no weak areas at all. Constructed of gilt cast brass, the face of this highly detailed plate displays a finely stippled background and an integral eagle and laurel wreath along with an applied 1¼" wide, brass tongue on the back. Plate face features the motif of a spread-winged eagle looking to his right with a shield on his breast, gripping an olive branch with its right talon and holding three arrows in the left. Artifact bears just minimum wear as the superb detailing exhibits sharp letters in the national motto, distinct, ribbed feathers in the wings and thirteen small 5-pointed stars about the eagle's head. The brass plate has acquired a handsome rich bronze patina overall. No maker's mark or number is visible on back of plate or on its original brass keeper. Belt retains the two leather loop adjusters at the plate end while it also has the original, two-piece over-the-shoulder loop strap with japanned buckle and clasp. Each shoulder piece is sewn to sliding leather belt loops. Belt also has the original sword suspension straps, both of which sport a brass 'drop' or swivel hook at each end with the strap looped through the drop and secured with a large brass rivet. Sewn to the keeper end of the belt is an additional 4½" length of leather that protects the uniform from the plate. Visible on the leather is the sharp maker's stamp of "HEUSTIS & BURNAP". Entire belt is finished in ferris oxide dye sealed with varnish. Leather exhibits a scattered film of white, powdery oxidation. This belt rig would clean up beautifully.

A copy of a written descriptive analysis by Les Jensen is included with the item.

(282-34D) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00
REDUCED TO $2,950.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,250.00

Ca. 1899-1901. Well built hardwood trunk measuring 39" in length, 24" in width, and 23" in depth. The trunk is painted green and has the officer's rank, name and unit cited above, painted in white 3 and 4" lettering on the lock-hole side. {See photo]. Lock missing , and is one of the box end rope handle fitting. Trunk features heavy reinforced 4" bordering round top and bottom. Outer paint heavily chipped, w/screw holes observable on upper lid. Interior is clean and bright, and overall the box is solid.

A native of Pennsylvania, Martin Briggs Hughes, attended the U.S. Military Academy from 1865 to 1869 and was commissioned 2nd Lt. and attached to the 9th Cavalry [black "Buffalo Soldiers"] on 6/15/1869. He was promoted to 1st Lt., 5/ 24/ 1873; to Captain 6/6/1873; to Major 3/29/ 1899; and to Lt. Col. of the 10th Cavalry [also Buffalo Soldier cavalry] on 12/6/1901. He was brevetted Captain , 2/ 27/1890, for gallant service against - Indians Vittoro's Apaches - in the San Andreas Mountain , New Mexico, April 1880. Hughes received appointment to Colonel and died 11/14/1908. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Section Office Site 1076.Given the dates of Hughes promotions, this trunk can be dated to the 1899-1901 period between his promotions to major and lieutenant colonel. An attractive display piece, commemorating service of a gallant officer of Indian fighting buffalo soldiers, who also service in Cuba alongside Roosevelt's Rough Riders.

NOTE: BECAUSE OF THE SIZE OF THIS TRUNK, WE WOULD ADVISE THAT THE BUYER PICK UP THE ITEM
EITHER AT THE SHOP OR AT ANY OF THE CIVIL WAR SHOWS THAT WE ATTEND.

(M19047) ORIGINALLY $795.00
REDUCED TO $600.00

Measures 11.5" x 8 x 4.125". Front key hole (missing key), two interior brass hinges. Inner lid exhibits two squares formed by seven stencils of Shepard's name and regiment: "E. H. Shepard/ CO. K. 5. N.Y. A." in .25" lettering. Thin leather covering of top and all sides, leaving the box bottom uncovered. exhibits light-to-medium wear at the extremities. Painted black, the leather exhibits light to medium wear and chipping at the extremities. Box Interior is clean and structurally solid & Shephard's stenciling is sharp and clear. Overall good condition.

A farmer by occupation, 20-year old Edwin H. Shephard enlisted as a private and was mustered into Co. "K", 5th New York Heavy Arty. On January 5, 1864. He was promoted to Corporal 6/26/1865, and was mustered out at Harper's Ferry on 7/19/1865. During Shephard's time with the 5th New York , the unit served in the defenses of Washington and later in the summer of 1864 as infantry during Gen. Sigel's expedition to New Market, and participated in the battle there. The 5th New York also served with Gen. Sheridan during his Shenandoah Valley Campaign, participating in the Battles of Winchester, Fisher's Hill, and Cedar Creek. During service the unit lost 90 men killed and mortally wounded and 296 men by disease, for a total of 386.

Solid stenciled ID'D piece belonging to a young soldier whose unit saw heavy action in the 1864 Shenandoah Campaign. Accompanied by service record.

(480-41) Originally $595.00
REDUCED TO $395.00

This rectangular, wooden container, in very good condition, is an original and identified article of field equipment known in contemporary slang as an officer's "ditty" box.

During the Civil War, this "ditty" box was carried in the field by Mark Fernald Wentworth, when he was Colonel of the 32nd Regiment, Maine Volunteer Infantry. On September 10, 1862, Wentworth was forty-two years old when he mustered in as a Lieutenant Colonel with the Field and Staff, 27th Regiment, Maine Volunteer Infantry. The officer served in Virginia with this unit and was promoted to full Colonel on January 30, 1863 while stationed at Chantilly. Wentworth and the 27th Maine returned to Portland where both mustered out of service on July 17, 1863. On May 6 of the following year, Colonel Wentworth again answered his country's call and mustered into U.S. service as Colonel of the 32nd Regiment, Maine Volunteer Infantry at Augusta. Wentworth commanded his regiment through the engagements along the Rapidan River, including the Battle of the Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House, North Anna, the Pamunkey and Totopotomy Rivers, and Cold Harbor, VA. He was wounded in battle on July 30, 1864 before Petersburg with a minie ball through the left hip. Wentworth was subsequently discharged on October 18, 1864 on account of wounds received in action. Colonel Wentworth was later promoted to Brevet Brigadier General on March 13, 1865. He removed to Kittery, Maine, married and resided there until his death on July 12, 1897.

The Colonel's "ditty" box, used to hold many of his personal effects while he was afield, definitely retains the look and feel of a veteran campaigner. The box, constructed of pine, is strong and solid and measures 18" long x 10¾" wide x 7¾" deep. Wood container retains its original, double-brass hinged, wooden lid with keyed locking mechanism (inoperable) and features all four corners dovetailed for strength. Lid, when down, does not close tight upon box. Ditty box exterior is caked with multiple layers of old paint, presently covered with a chocolate-brown hue that exhibits much scuffing, cracking, chipping and weathering overall. Centered on the top surface of the box lid is Wentworth's name stenciled with ½" high, block letters in orange paint that reads, "COL. M. F. WENTWORTH". Lid also retains a number of large, 3" diameter circles along with a few smaller rings engraved upon the surface. On the front face of the box is another stencil that clearly denotes, "COL M.F. WENTWORTH / 32ND MAINE REGT." in ¾"high block letters. Box interior is rough and exhibits the natural color of unpainted wood that has acquired its share of dirt, surface soiling, gouges and dents from service in the field. No carrying handles are featured on the box sides but one side of the box does exhibit a thin, double-lined, edge decoration in faded, light colored paint.

Here is a wonderful, authentic, Civil War "ditty" box that "was there" with a veteran combat officer from Maine. A perfect military item with plenty of character that would fit nicely with any personal soldier's display or in any collection with a Maine focus.

(154- 433) ORIGINALLY $975.00
REDUCED TO $600.00

Nice example of an identified officers mess box or trunk used during the Civil War by a soldier who fought at the battle of Gettysburg with the 13th Mass. The box measures 24 inches long and 14 inches wide, and is made of leather stretched over wood and secured with brass tacks. Two 1 ¼ inch wood straps run vertically across the top and bottom and are attached with large brass tacks. A 1 ¼ inch iron strap is fastened around the side corners. A similar iron strap is attached to the top and covers the seam where the top and bottom meet. A leather strap with a buckle is attached to the top and another strap is attached to the bottom in the M1front. They are used to secure the lid when it is closed. The lower strap and buckle are missing on the left side. The iron lock located in the front remains locked so someone pulled the top latch part from the lid to open the trunk. The top portion of the lock is missing. Two 1 ¾ inch diameter rings are attached by leather straps to the front on both sides of the lock. The front has remnant of two labels. One oval-shaped 3-½ inch brown label reads "ROCKWOOD'S, over orchester Express. over PRINCIPAL OFFICES. The other is a brown square label the reads "-om St(ea)mer. Most of the second label is missing. The left side has remnants of a label that reads "-TON & ---, (R)AILROAD---E. The inside appears to have been covered by paper and has several cloth straps remnants remaining. Inside the top of the lid is a manufacturer's label that reads:

EASTER & WINSHIP,
MANUFACTURERS OF
SOLE LEATHER AND PACKING
TRUNKS,
BAGS, VALISES, SATCHELS, &C
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL,
3 ELM STREET,
BOSTON.

The left side of the trunk has 1 inch high letters painted in period white paint:

Lt. S.P.Holbrook
Co.F. 45th. Regt
U.S.C.T.

Holbrooks military record is as follows:

Holbrook, Silas P., private, Co. A, 13th Massachusetts Infantry, mustered in 7/16/61 Fort Independence, Boston Harbor for 3 years service, present for duty until detached on special duty Corps Headquarters with Topographical Engineers Army of the Potomac 10-12/62, present for duty 1/63 then detached at Corps Headquarters again 3/63, present for duty 5/63 till 9/63 when detached at Corps Headquarters until mustered out 1/3/64, re-enlisted 1/4/63 as Veteran Volunteer and received 35 days furlough, returned to regiment and served through regiment discharge 7/19/64, transferred 7/14/64 to 39th Massachusetts Infantry.

Holbrook, Silas P, private, Co. B, 39th Massachusetts Infantry, age 28, 5'7" tall, light complexion, blue eyes, light hair, born Dorchester, MA, clerk, transferred 7/14/64, listed as absent at Corps Headquarters, discharged for promotion as 2nd lieutenant, 45th USCT by Special Order 242, War Department.

Holbrook, Silas P, 2nd lieutenant, Co. F, 45th United States colored Troops, appointed 7/18/64 and joined 8/6/64, present for duty till resigned 4/26/65 because of the death of his father and his need to return home to support his family, surgeon's document listing Holbrook as suffering from an injury of the right knee received in the line of duty 3/11/65, interesting note in papers from Lieutenant-Colonel Nicholas Bowin, Holbrook's brother-in-law, requesting that General Ord favorably consider Holbrook's resignation due to the death of his father.

(M17992) $1,500.00
REDUCED TO $950.00

This blanket was purchased directly from the Conyers family in 1992.. The blanket exhibits a red ink stamp within an oval: UNION INDIA RUBBER CO./FEB. 4, 1865, along with the inspector's stamp with a black rectangle: ARN?/INSPECTOR/N.Y. Tan and black tape was affixed to the blanket to reinforce separations where the blanket had been folded. A small piece of original twine remains attached to one of the grommets. This blanket was published on p. 128 of Michael Woshner's India Rubber and Gutta-Percha of the Civil War Era.

Pvt. Conyers cut an approximately 20" x 8 ½" rectangular piece from the corner of the blanket, from which he fabricated a tri-partite "housewife" or sewing kit that is still retained by one of his descendents. Pvt. Conyers also cut semi-circular pieces from the edge of the blanket, and a circular 2" diameter piece from one corner, at least one of which remains with the housewife.

Moses mustered into Company D of the 69rd Indiana Infantry on July 26, 1862. He was captured on May 24, 1863 at the Battle of Raymond, Miss. On July 23, 1863 he was paroled. On Jan. 23,1865 he transferred to Co B and on July 5, 1865 he mustered out.

Seldom does one encounter an issued, used, and identified rubber blanket with such provenance.

Accompanied by military records and other documentation.

(M18945) ORIGINALLY $9,500.00
REDUCED TO $5,9500.00

Offered are a cased set of lieutenant's epaulettes and a leather waist belt with a two piece inter-locking eagle belt plate. The epaulettes, which are in excellent condition, have the scarce Quartermaster insignia affixed to each. Each epaulette has a single silver bullion 1st Lieutenants bar and a guilt eagle button with "A" in the shield. The underside consists of red leather and red velvet. The tin is japanned, and shows wear to the finish with no dents. Scratched on the top of the lid is "W.B.Fowle Jr."

The belt and buckle is in fine condition. The buckle shows wear but still retains 30 to 40 percent of the original guilt. It is benched marked "17". The leather has some minor cracking to the enameled finish. The original inner adjustment buckle has been moved approximately three inches to accommodate the last wearer.

William Bentley Fowle JR of Newton Mass. was a Lieutenant and quartermaster for a brigade of Mass. Militia in the 1850's, two of which were the New England Guard and the Boston Light Infantry prior to the Civil War. On 9/22/1862 he enlisted as a Captain. On 9/24/1862 he was mustered into "C" Co. Ma 43rd Infantry. He mustered out on 7/30/1863. William was a member of GAR Post # 62 in Newtonville, Ma. He died on 1.21.1902 in Auburndale, Ma.

(399-04) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00
REDUCED TO $2,800.00

This small, silver finger ring is a personal item that is identified to a Civil War soldier from Windsor, Maine. This specimen of hand jewelry is fashioned from a 2¼" long, 1/8" wide strip of German silver and has raised bands along top and bottom edges. Piece is stamped with a number of 1/16" high, block letters that read, "WM. W. HALLOWAY WINDSOR. CO. E, 21ST ME." on the exterior face. Ring appears to have suffered a break and has undergone a crude fix, possible a field repair, to correct the damage. A small, ¼" strip of metal was soldered to the inside of the ring band and then a tiny hole was drilled to accommodate a rivet or stone setting (now missing) that would hold the pieces together. Repair is still strong and the ring, in very good condition, has acquired a pleasing, light purple patina overall.

William H. Halloway was thirty-four years old when on September 10, 1862, he enlisted at Windsor as a Private in Company E, 21st Regiment, Maine Militia Infantry. In early October 1862, the militia unit was re-organized as a nine-month unit and re-designated as Co E, 21st Regiment, Maine Infantry. Halloway mustered into service on October 15 with the regiment, he left the state and pulled duty at East New York until it was transferred to New Orleans, LA. Halloway was present for duty and participated in the initial engagements around Port Hudson, LA and was absent-sick at Baton Rouge, LA. in June 1863. He mustered out with the regiment on August 25, 1863 and returned home to Windsor. Halloway tried for a government pension but his application was rejected. He died at home in Maine on April 25, 1880 but his wife subsequently did gain his pension benefits. Halloway's military and pension records from the National Archives accompany his ring.

The soldier's ring is a fine, identified collectable and it would enhance any Civil War personal display.

(154- 445) ORIGINALLY $975.00
REDUCED TO $650.00

Period label pasted to side reads in ink, "Canteen captured at the battle of Missionary Ridge by Maj. A.S. McBride. He took it through prison with him & brought it home at close of war." Canteen retains some of the original linen sling. Carved into the canteen on the same side as the label is "J T"; on the reverse is "J P".

Our research has not produced a definitive identification of McBride. One possibility is an Albert S. McBride whose records indicate that he enlisted on 1/11/62 as a Corporal and served in Co. C, 6th Florida Infantry. Reduced to ranks (private) on 8/23/63. He was taken prisoner at Missionary Ridge on 11/25/63, and was confined at Rock Island, IL, being released & signing an Oath of Allegiance on 6/17/65. Although only 16 when he enlisted and shown as a corporal, if this canteen was picked up by him he or the individual who wrote the label may have embellished is military service. Invites further research.

(217-186) ORIGINALLY $6,950.00
REDUCED TO $4,750.00

These two identical diaries are species of a brand-"Pocket Diary, 1864 [& 1865]. Published Annually For The Trade. 1864 [& 1865]"-commonly purchased by Union soldiers. Both feature three calendar-day entries per page w/monthly cash & memoranda pages in rear, black fine grained buckram covers w/folding flap w/gilt lettering "Diary 1865 [& 1865]", measuring 3 x 6". Both diaries exhibit medium external wear while remaining in fairly good shape.

The front eps of the 1864 diary are inscribed as follows by their owner: "Samuel Metz, Comp I 92[nd] regt. Illinois Mt. Infantry Wilders brggade. Enlisted august 14-1861 in Mt. Carroll County Illinois….[Metz goes on to inscribe his fathers address]….…My father's Chambers Franklin County PA….Post officer address to my father abraham Metz Chambersburgh Franklin county Pa". Entries in both diaries are in identical hand and written in pencil and ink.

Samuel Metz enlisted as a private and was mustered into the 92nd Illinois Infantry on 9/4/1862. He ended his service being mustered out on 6/21/1865 at Greensboro, NC. Enlisting as standard infantry, the 92nd Illinois was mounted on 7/22/1863 and assigned to Wilder's Brigade, thereafter serving with Army of the Cumberland cavalry, taking part in the September Battle of Chickamauga and later operations against Wheeler's cavalry. During the 1864/1865 period covered by Metz' diaries, the unit participated in Sherman's Atlanta Campaign & the marches to Savannah through the Carolinas, being present at the surrender of Joe Johnston's Army at Bentonville, NC in April 1865, eventually being mustered out in Greensboro in June. During its service the 92nd Illinois lost 1 officer and 51 enlisted men killed and mortally wounded and 2 officers and 127 enlisted men by disease, for a total of 181.

Entries in both diaries deal almost exclusively with camp life & Metz's meticulous observations concerning weather & the number of miles marched per day. Place names listed tally exactly with the 92nd Illinois chronological itinerary in Dyer's Compendium. Though his spelling was weak, Metz was capable of succinct summation. Of the Battle of Jonesboro, 8/31/1864, he had this to say: "Jonesburrough gorgia To day we had heavy fight at Jonesborough at Macon railroad and one of our regimment was kild and three wouded." On the following day: "…our regament was in advance we was shooting all night." On 11/12/1864: "To day troops started from Atlanta and burnt the city and tore up the railroad and burnt Marietta at night." On 12/21/1864: "Went to Ft. McCalister and staid there To [day] Savanah was surrendered".Many of the 1864 ink entries are somewhat smudged and therefore somewhat difficult to decipher.

The 1865 diary, however, is clear and, from the first entry -"the last day of the old year we moved from camp an new year we went to the little ogeechie after bushwhackers and gorillas all night"-fairly decipherable. The 92nd Illinois was nearby during the burning of Columbia, SC, 2/16-17/1865-"Weather clear and cold we march within four mile of Columbia …and then went back to Lexington….the rebs drove in the pickets and we moved out the Columbia road.."-and the surrender of Joe Johnston's army, 4/26-27/1865-"Today we loaded with rations to start on a march but Johnson surrendered and we did not start………..we stayed still and the scouts was sent to there companies….the sesesh is ended and the rebelion plaid out". Following Metz mustering out on 6/21/1865, the pencil entries become shorter and less legible. This last half of 1865 diary contains a number of arithmetical sums that appear to have been jotted down randomly. The back flap of the 1864 diary contains the backflap of an envelope with the following name and address: " Miss Molly J. Nelson, Chambersburgh, Franklin Co, Pa".

A fine pair of soldier diaries. Military documentation included.

(217-32) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,450.00

Fresh to emerge in the collecting arena is this fantastic ensemble of identified artifacts from the assemblage of one of Connecticut's most decorated Civil War veterans, James Bolles Coit of the 14th Regiment, Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. Coit, a privileged son from Norwich, CT, enlisted as a private in the Union Army on May 7, 1861 and rose through the ranks to attain a brevet Brigadier General's commission before the end of the war. During the war, Coit was wounded in combat six different times and suffered the loss of his right arm. One highlight of this partial listing of Coit's wartime collection includes a remarkable, oversize, original recruiting broadside for the 14th Connecticut Infantry in absolutely wonderful condition. In addition to original images, his identified and finely engraved Second Corps badge, officer commissions, twenty-five Eagle "I" brass uniform buttons, two 3-piece officer's Connecticut buttons, two regimental badge decorations, personal wartime reminisces are among the artifacts found in the collection. Among the post-war items are family records, veteran reunion memorabilia, estate papers, letters, business documents, newspaper clippings, ledgers, personal business cards, a diary, and a host of miscellaneous war notes and writings. Coit came from old New England stock and his father was William W. Coit, a renowned steamboat captain in Connecticut and known as the father of steamboat navigation on Long Island Sound.

Young James Coit, born in September 1836, was an active individual who led a most interesting life, both before and after the War of Rebellion. Prior to the Civil War, Coit gained admittance to the bar at age 21 and subsequently became a junior partner in a successful law firm in Cleveland, Ohio. An adventurous sort, Coit left Ohio and spent time in the Kansas Territory and was a party to that territory becoming a 'free state'. He moved on to Omaha, Nebraska and practiced law there for a time before he migrated west to Colorado Territory. Coit was instrumental in funding and implementing the first newspaper in that state called 'The Rocky Mountain News'. Coit's post-war career started in Washington, DC where he remained after his army discharge for disability. He opened a successful law and patent office in the Capital and at one time he had twenty branches of his patent office located in major cities throughout the East, West and Southern United States with his headquarters in New York City. He also served a stint as Division Chief, Bureau of Pensions in Washington, and was an active prosecutor for the government in handling claims before the Departments, the Courts and the various committees of Congress. Coit also participated in the establishment of the National Park at Gettysburg, PA and the Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC and was active in numerous G.A.R events and reunions in D.C. and in Connecticut. He was also on the National Committee from Connecticut for the National Association of Hancock Veterans. An engaging individual with an extensive personal network of people in high positions, Coit was soon appointed Assistant Adjutant General for the State of Connecticut and supervised the first publishing of a complete roster of Connecticut troops who served in the Civil War. Later appointed Judge of the Norwich Police Court by the state legislature, Coit was active and instrumental in Democratic Party politics throughout his life until he died in December 1894. General Coit was buried and rests at Arlington National Cemetery.

James Coit's military service to his country commenced in the spring of 1861 while he was on a visit back east to Connecticut. The firing on Fort Sumter occurred and Coit obtained authority to recruit an infantry company in the 2nd Connecticut Infantry, a new three-months unit. Coit enlisted as a private from Norwich and became the town's first soldier to join the Union Army. He fought in the Battle of Bull Run and gained a battlefield promotion from brigade commander General Alfred Terry to Sergeant Major of the 2nd CV. When the 2nd mustered out, Coit obtained authority from Governor Buckingham to recruit another new regiment, the 14th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry, in which he enlisted as a 1st Lieutenant in Co "K". Lieutenant Coit stayed with the 14th CV through his service and gained his Captaincy on May 1, 1863 and his Majority on Oct 10, 1863. He fought and was wounded numerous times in battle….at Antietam MD, Gettysburg PA (July 2, 1863 injured by runaway horse), at Morton's Ford (Feb 6, 1864 wounded in leg and left on the field), The Wilderness (May 6, 1864 wounded severely in the wrist), Deep Bottom (Aug 16, 1864), and Petersburg, Virginia (Sep 6, 1864) and was discharged for his wounds on September 9, 1864. On March 13, 1865, Major J.B. Coit was subsequently breveted to the rank of Lt. Colonel for his services at Antietam; breveted to the rank of Colonel for services at Gettysburg and gained his Brevet Brigadier General status for services rendered at The Wilderness.

Included among the General's military artifacts is a most remarkable, identified, Second Corp badge suspended by its original red-white and blue ribbon with its ornate tie bar. This large tri-foil badge, made of German silver, measures 2" wide x 1¾" high and is in excellent condition. Professionally engraved in script upon the badge face are a number of famous engagements that James Coit participated in. Coit's battle litany reads "Antietam, / Fredericksburg, / Chancellorsville, / Falling Waters, / Gettysburg, / Bristoe Station, Mine Run, / Wilderness, Morton's Ford, / Laurel Hill, Spotsylvania, / North Anna River, Cold Harbor, / Petersburg, Boydton Plank Road, / Deep Bottom, Reams Station, / Hatcher's Run / Surrender of Gen. Lee". On the face of the badge's silver pin bar are exhibit seven black silhouettes of the various Federal Army Corps insignia to include the First, Second, Third, Fifth, Sixth, Eleventh and 12th Corps. Backside exhibits engraving that reads "Genl. James B. Coit, Norwich, Ct." Coit's regimental badge decorations include his pristine "Connecticut Minutemen" badge with bar and ribbon and his 14th C.V." suspension badge in excellent condition.

A signed, stamped CDV image of Coit in his Major's uniform is presented, as well as an albumen image of a white-haired, long mustachioed Coit in his General's uniform. The albumen shows Coit wearing two of exact same badges (2nd Corps tri-foil badge and 14th C.V. badge) as described above. Another larger albumen shows the General in civilian dress. The paper portion features a portfolio of handwritten and typewritten reminisces that include hand drawn sketches, recruiting history, personal anecdotes, post war circulars, newspaper clippings, handwritten speeches, legal documents and family birth and death records. Also included are post-war letters to Coit, two of his legal business cards, clipped signatures, news clippings on the death of his father, W.W. Coit, and assorted unidentified images, note cards, a diary and a bound note book. A miniature tin canteen souvenir from the 13th annual GAR reunion in 1882 (including the event's food menu) is displayed along with three small, unidentified cloth items of unusual interest. Unknown to us, these items are each 1" long x ½" wide rectangular artifacts and resemble tiny shoulder boards or possibly post war Confederate collar insignia. Made of red felt, each are wrapped around a stiff backing and adorned with insignia in the form of either gold stars or a single gold bar.

Topping off the entire grouping is a most spectacular recruiting broadside for the Fourteenth Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. In quite remarkable, original condition, this recruiting broadside measures 24" wide by 38" long and features James B. Coit as the company recruiting officer whose name is printed in bold, black, block letters across the width of the broadside. The upper portion of the poster reads "14th Conn. Infantry, / ONE MORE CHANCE TO Serve YOUR COUNTRY! / RALLY ! MEN ! / RALLY! Middle section of the broadside exhibits a large, spreadwinged eagle over the wording "OUR COUNTRY CALLS FOR MORE MEN! The printing on the broadside spells out "APOLLO HALL, NORWICH" as the recruiting location along with the monetary compensation allotted to all new recruits. The paper broadside, once a light cream color, now exhibits a 'pinkish hue' overall and together with its black letters and eagle design, this military broadside presents an appealing and striking advertisement.

If one seeks a truly historic collection of remarkable Civil War artifacts that are identified to a much-decorated Connecticut soldier, look no more, you've found it.

(30-1272) ORIGINALLY $17,500.00
REDUCED TO $14,950.00

This very fine specimen is the large version of the patented Hathaway Case writing kit privately purchased by Henry O. Burr of Company G, 35th Massachusetts Infantry. When unrolled, the case exhibits the soldier's inked signature in large, clear script lettering that denotes, "Henry O. Burr".

A resident of Haverhill, Essex County, Massachusetts before the war, thirty-three year-old Burr enlisted in Company G, 35th Mass Infantry on August 6, 1862 as a Corporal for three years. The 35th Regiment was organized in eastern Massachusetts during August of 1862. In the field less than 30 days, the regiment was engaged in the hard fought battles of South Mountain and Antietam as part of the 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division of General Jesse Reno's 9th Army Corps. On September 17 in Maryland, Henry Burr received his baptism of fire at the bloody Battle of Antietam and was severely wounded in the right arm. He convalesced at the US Army hospital at York, Pennsylvania but never fully recovered from his wound. On February 11, 1864, Burr was transferred to the 108th Company, 2nd Battalion, Veteran Reserve Corps by order of the War Department. By May 28, 1864, Burr gained promoted to Sergeant in the company and served with the unit in that capacity until discharged for wounds on July 20, 1865.

The soldier's writing case is a fine example of the larger size, Hathaway's Patent, rollup kit and consists of a cylindrical tin tube-like compartment approximately 9" long x 1½" diameter. The japanned, tin case has one large and one small compartment that features a wide opening down the entire length of the tin tube that was used to hold paper, writing implements and glass ink vial, all of which are now missing. Attached to the tin tube is a rubberized cloth blotter in very fine condition with just minor wear along the top and bottom edging. Glued to the cloth is an inner writing surface composed of a series of twelve narrow walnut slats that measure ½" x 9" long. When laid flat, the flexible wooden slats present a hard-surface writing area that is stabilized underneath with two, wood, crossbar slats. The reverse side of the cloth blotter once featured a glued paper label that was removed, presumably by Burr who then wrote in his own name with black ink. Entire writing case is in very good condition and shows just slight wear save for a missing brass hook on one of the slats.

This wonderful, identified Civil War artifact is an outstanding writing kit used by a Massachusetts soldier and would enhance any collection of camp items and personal displays. Case comes complete with the soldier's military and pension records from the National Archives in Washington, DC.

(154-409) ORIGINALLY $2,500.00
REDUCED TO $1,800.00

Tin rolled case, 8.25" long, 1.625 in diameter, with 8.25 x 10" black vinyl cloth & wood (eight links) wrap-around w/brass fasteners. Tube designed to contain writing pen, pencils & inkwell, w/paper intended to rolled up in cloth & wood wraparound. With this particular case there are no writing implements except one slender, black 6.25" pencil w/small metal ring attached at one end. Inner side of cloth wraparound contains glued paper, 5" x.1.625, w/the following inscription: "Presented to C. B. Doble by Isaiah Clifford…found at Warrenton, VA. Writing Case".

Charles B. Doble enlisted as a private on 8/29/1862 as a private and on 9/17 was mustered into Co."I", 93rd New York Infantry. On 11/17/1864 Doble was transeferred into the Veteran Reserve Corps, & was promoted to Corporal 1/3/1865. There is no record of his mustering out date.

The 93rd New York Infantry was mustered into U.S. service in January 1862. From the 1862 Peninsula Campaign on, the unit served in nearly all the major engagements of the Army of the Potomac, including the Wilderness, in it lost 258 killed and wounded out of 433 effectives. It was probably during Grant's Overland campaign that Pvt. Doble sustained the sort of wound that facilitated his transfer to the reserve corps.

Vinyl covered tin tube is vg, as is the cloth & mahogany wooden slats. Patent date-"PAT'D DEC. 24, 1861"-stamped on outer slat 5" x .5" Brass fasteners vg. Handwritten identification presentation note w/some wear, yet legible. Highly unusual piece.

(M15237) Originally $2,500.00

Presented here is a fine pair of military badges garnered by members of the same Virginia family for their individual participation in two of America's conflicts, the Civil War and The Great War, a.k.a. World War I.

The first badge is the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) Southern Cross of Honor posthumously awarded to First Sergeant Pollard Wood for his service with the 4th VA cavalry and the 13th VA infantry during the Civil War. This post-war badge, instituted in 1900, was the only Confederate metal struck to recognize the CS soldier's valor and distinguished service during the war.

The second UDC badge is a WW1 era Cross of Military Service awarded to 2Lt Daniel P. Wood for his service as a military aviator in the First World War. Pollard Wood was a thirty-six-year old shoemaker in Jeffersonton, VA when he enlisted as a private on May 25, 1861. He mustered into service with Company "D", 4th Virginia Cavalry Regiment two days later near Culpeper Court House, VA. In July 1861, Wood participated in action with the unit at First Bull Run and on August 20, 1861 was elected company First Sergeant. In September 1861, Wood was detached to Jeffersonton by order of Confederate General PGT Beauregard in order to make boots for his cavalry company. Wood was hospitalized, reason not stated, at General Hospital Camp Winder in Richmond in May 1862 and was subsequently discharged from service. On October 13, 1864, veteran Pollard Wood enlisted once again, this time as a private in the 13th Virginia Infantry regiment with which he served until the end of the war. Wood participated in action in the Sept / Oct 1864 Shenandoah Valley Campaign and at the Siege of Petersburg where he engaged the Federals at Fort Stedman in March 1865. This worthy combat veteran surrendered at Appomattox, VA in April 1865 and died in Jeffersonton several years later in May 1888.

Daniel Pollard Wood, Jr., grandson of Pollard Wood, was a twenty-five year old hardware merchant in Warrenton, VA when he enlisted on June 23, 1917 as a Sergeant in the Army Medical Service. Sgt Wood served nineteen months overseas in France where he advanced to the rank of Second Lieutenant in a Field Artillery unit attached to the Air Service. Speculation is that Wood most likely served as an aerial observer in an army aviation squadron. D. P. Wood's UDC Cross of Military Service badge, similar to the Southern Cross of Honor, was / is presented to veterans of WW1, WW2, Korea and Vietnam who are lineal blood descendants of Confederate forces. Also in a Maltese Cross design, it displays a raised cross overlaid on the badge face that exhibits a CS battle flag flanked with the stamping "1917 - 1918". Reverse is plain save for the stamped serial # of "7935". Brass badge is suspended by a covered bar pin attached to a 1½" by 1½" silk ribbon with a red background centered with a vertical white and gold band. A small brass cluster is pinned to the ribbon for overseas service. Lieutenant Wood's original pasteboard box that housed the UDC medal is included and bears his name handwritten in pencil "Daniel P. Wood / Overseas / United Daughters of the Confederacy" and the UDC badge number.

Military records for both Pollard Wood and his grandson, Daniel P. Wood accompany this grouping, plus the hardbound, modern reprint histories of the 4th VA Cavalry and the 13th VA Infantry. This wonderful identified ensemble of two, pristine, military honor UDC badges, one Southern Cross of Honor and one Cross of Military Service from descendants of the same family would enhance any military display or IDd collection.

(M20330) ORIGINALLY $695.00
REDUCED TO $595.00

This eye-catching Civil War artifact is truly an outstanding example of a non-dug, German-silver, soldier's identification disc in super condition that belonged to John K. Clement of Company "B", 1st Regiment, Maine Volunteer Cavalry. In May 1861, Clement was a twenty-one year old farmer from Monroe, Maine when he enlisted for the first time in the 2nd Regiment, Maine Volunteer Infantry for three years. On December 11, 1861, Clement's service was cut short when he suffered an accidental gunshot wound to his right foot administered by a tentmate, F.W. Emerson. Discharged for disability on Dec 11, 1861, Clement returned home to Maine. Pension records show that Clement enlisted again with a nine-months unit, Company "I", 42nd Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteers on Sep 8, 1862 at Dorchester, MA. He was captured, along with others in the company, at the Battle of Galveston, Texas. He was discharged with disability but no medical record evidence is on file. Upon the muster out of the 42nd regiment, Clement is listed as "paroled prisoner at Galveston, TX on January 1, 1863 and still un-exchanged" along with the note "Honorably Discharged from the service of the United States." 1½ years later, on Sep 1, 1864, Clement enlisted again, this time with Company "B", 1st Maine Cavalry Volunteers for a term of one year. He mustered out on May 1, 1865 at Petersburg, VA. Clement returned to Bangor, ME and later relocated to Lancaster, Massachusetts where he resided with his family until the time of his death on Sep 5, 1895. Clement's one-inch diameter, circular device is a fine, jeweler-engraved, silver pinback specimen and is in truly excellent condition. Portions of the center area have been cut out to present a highly detailed, silhouette-shape of a cavalryman mounted on his horse. Handsomely engraved in script form along the ¼" wide outer border of the badge are the words "J. K. Clements / Co B 1st Me. V.C." Badge face appears to have been cleaned over time but the engravings are sharp and bold. Opposite side of disc is unmarked and retains its original "T" type pinback and clasp in strong and tight condition. This fantastic identified badge specimen is one of the best to come available in a while and with it, the complete military and pension records of the soldier who wore it from the National Archives in Washington, DC. A super Civil War artifact, this silver ID badge would make an outstanding addition to any ID'd cavalry collection or Maine history display.

(400-257) Originally $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,950.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,250.00

Oblong silver badge, measuring 2" in width, and .75" height. Standard USCC frontal inscription: "U.S./ Christian Commission/ PHIL."; see rear inscription to Mrs. Brown above. Rear bar pin. Light surface wear w/ tarnished reverse. Else VG, w/crisp inscription. Also two small, matching, brown leather coin purses w/names-"Mrs. M.H. Brown" & "Rev. Arza Brown" respectively-stamped on the flap interior. Each measuring 4" in width, 2.5" in height. Five interior divider pocket, w/outer flap-strap finial. Both purses exibit light to medium outer wear & are missing their flap-straps. Else VG.

At the time of the Civil War, the Reverend Arza Brown was a retired Methodist Episcopal minister living with his wife Mary in the Chicago area. Born in 1792 in Hampton, Mass, Brown was then sixty-nine years old, and had spent much of his earlier adult life in ministry in the vicinity of Ripley, Ohio. His wife Mary, five years younger, was a member of the Chicago branch of the U.S Christian Commission.

Based in Philadelphia, the U.S. Christian Commission was founded in 1861 by the Young Men Christian Association to distribute bibles and bandages to Union soldiers in the coming war. And, by the war's end the commission had dispensed over a billion dollars worth of soldiers charity relief (reckoned in today's finances..) It received glowing praise from virtually prominent Union politicians and soldier, beginning with Abraham Lincoln and U.S. Grant, and from prominent humanitarians such as Florence Nightingale.

A good representative specimen of the standard Christian Commission delegate badge. Superb ID inscription. Great display piece. Documentation included.

(480-17) Originally $3,500.00
REDUCED TO $2,950.00

This is a silver shield shaped identification badge. It is engraved "Jos McMullin / Co A / 4th Reg P.R.V.C." The pin is a T-bar type and the lower clasp is broken. The badge has a line engraved around the border and some small decorative designs around the lettering in the middle of the badge.

Joseph Mc Mullin mustered into Company A of the 4th Reg't Pa. Reserve Infantry on July 17, 1861 in Harrisburg, PA. Born in Ireland, he was 25 years old when he enlisted for three years. Records indicate that he was court martialled in1863. He was first listed as "Present in arrest awaiting sentence" of general court martial on the Sept/Oct 1863 muster roll. He was not sentenced until General Order 57, HQ Dept of Washington, 22nd Army Corps, was issued on 12/14/63. His sentence was to forfeit 10 dollars of his monthly pay for four months and to do 60 days of police duty with a 24-LB ball attached to his leg by a 36-inch chain. The money was for 1 Harper's Ferry Musket, 1 cartridge box and plate, 1 cartridge belt and plate, 1 belt and plate, 1 cap box, 1 bayonet and scabbard, 40 rounds of buck and ball, 1 canteen, 1 haversack, 1 screwdriver, 1 wiper and one shelter tent.

McMullin was wounded during the Seven Days Battles on the Virginia Peninsula in June 1862. He mustered out in Philadelphia on June 17, 1864. Joseph returned to Alexandria, VA. where he worked as a laborer in what he described in his pension papers as a "Round house". He re-enlisted as a private in Co. G of the 16th New York Cavalry on Oct 10, 1864. On the 12th of October he was charged with desertion from Camp Casey in Alexandria; he was "retaken" on 10/13/64 and tried by general court martial. According to the records he received a verbal order from his commanding officer to visit his wife, who was living in Washington, DC at the time, and to retrieve his uniform which was being altered. On 10/12/64, McMullin went to the Provost Marshals office to obtain a pass to go into the city, where he was promptly arrested, at which time he denied that he was in the army. He was found not guilty of desertion but guilty of absence without leave. He was sentenced to forfeit $10.00 per month for 3 months. Beginning in March, 1865 he again had to forfeit a portion of his pay for the loss of his sabre. On 6/23/65 the 16th and 13th New York were consolidated to form the 3rd Provisional New York Cavalry. McMullin served as a private in Co. A. Listed as "absent sick in Gen. Hosp" as of 8/17/65. He mustered out 9/21/65. Following the war he lived in Lehigh County, PA until 1884, thereafter residing at the National Military Home in Columbus, OH, where he died 7/9/98.

All military and pension records are included with the badge.

PENNSYLVANIA 23RD INFANTRY - This regiment, the 4th of the reserves, was mustered in at Harrisburg in June, 1861, to serve for three years. It left for Baltimore on July 21 and remained there until the end of August, when it was ordered to Tennallytown. As part of the 2nd brigade, the regiment was present at Mechanicsville, closely engaged at Gaines' mill; participated in a fierce bayonet fight at Glendale, in which it was able to withstand the opposing force, though it suffered severe losses was in reserve at Malvern hill , was active at the second Bull Run, South Mountain, Antietam and Fredericksburg, after which it was ordered to the defenses of Washington, to recuperate. Here it remained until Jan., 1864, when it participated in the West Virginia campaign.On June 17, 1864, it was mustered out at Philadelphia.

NEW YORK SIXTEENTH CAVALRY - The 16th, known as the Sprague Light Cavalry, was organized at Plattsburg, the companies of which it was composed being recruited in the counties of Clinton, Erie, New York, Westchester, Monroe, Oswego, Rensselaer and St. Lawrence.The first eight companies were mustered into the U. S. service at Plattsburg from June 19 to Aug. 1, 1863, for three years; I, K, L and M were mustered in at Staten island from Sept. 2 to Oct. 18, 1863. On Aug. 17, 1865, the regiment commanded by Col. Sweitzer, was consolidated with the 13th N. Y. cavalry, and the new organization was designated the 3d provisional regiment, N. Y. volunteer cavalry. Cos. A, B, C and D left the state on June 19, 1863, and took part in the Gettysburg campaign; E, F, G and H, under Lieut.-Col. Olmstead left on Aug. 19, 1863; I, K and L left in September, and M on Oct. 23. The regiment was assigned to the cavalry brigade, 22nd corps, defenses of Washington, until the period of its consolidation with the 13th. In 1863 it engaged with loss at Lewinsville; was active at Bristoe Station and near the Blue ridge. In 1864 it was repeatedly in action, its principal engagements and casualties being as follows: Centerville, loss 39; Falls Church, 23; Rapidan Station,3; Lewinsville, 16. It saw its last fighting in March, 1865, at Warrenton, Fairfax Court House and Vienna. The regiment lost during service 1 officer and 20 men killed and mortally wounded; 119 men died of disease, accidents, in prison, etc.-total deaths 140.

NEW YORK THIRD PROVISIONAL REGIMENT OF CAVALRY - By special orders of the War Department, dated June 23, 1865, the 13th and 16th Regiments of cavalry were consolidated, and the consolidated force designated as above. The consolidation took place August 17, 1865, as follows: Company A was formed of F of the 13th, and G of the 16th Cavalry; B of G 13th, and F 16th; C of L 13th and B 16th; D of D 13th, and E 16th; E of I 13th and 16; F of H 13th, and L 16th; G of A 13th, and M 16th; H of C 13th, and A 16th; I of M 13th, and C 16th; K of K 13th, and D 16th; L of E 13th, and H 16th; and M of B 13th, and K 16th Cavalry, and Col. Nelson B. Sweitzer, 16th Cavalry, was placed in command of the new organization, which was honorably discharged and mustered out under his command, September 21, 1865, at Camp Barry near Washington, D. C., having lost by death of disease and other causes, four enlisted men.

(480-24) Originally $2,250.00
REDUCED TO $1,850.00

(1) Silver regimental shield badge-measuring .875" in width and 1.125" in length., fine scroll bordering w/ following inscription. "R.G. Firman/ Co. H/ 121st Regt./ N.Y. S. Vols" T-Square pin on the reverse. Front bordering exhibits medium tarnish. Near the bottom tip, a small evenly punched hole, slightly bigger than a pin prick. Else VG.

(2) Sixth Corps badge-small circular piece measuring .625" in diameter, w/ a gold face and red enamel bordering as well as a red enamel Greek cross measuring 5/16" in height & width. Circular inscription: "Sergt. Firman / 121st N.Y.V." Reverse T-square pin. Front lettering lightly worn w/lower right enamel bordering worn away. Else VG.

Rosell G. Firman was 26 years of age and a teacher by occupation when he mustered as a 4th Sergeant in Co. H, 121st N.Y. Infy. on Aug. 11, 1862. Firman was promoted to 2nd Sgt in Nov. of that year and to 1st Sgt. at Salem Heights in May 1863. He was present in a regimental charge at Rappahannock Station in Nov. 1862, present on the picket line at Gettysburg, and in the Wilderness, and was received two wound at Spotsylvania on 5/10/1862. These wounds were sustained during the initial assault on Confederate lines and caused a rifle ball wound through the left arm just below the elbow, and a wound of the left thigh by a missle from the enemy's battery. Firman was hospitalized from then on through his discharge from the army on 5/13/1865, after which he later received a disability pension of $2 per month. He lived on until 1915 and died in Utica in June of that year.

It should be noted that Firman's service record muster roll entries contain notice of a reduction of rank from Sergeant to Private in November 1864, at a time that Firman was in the Mount Pleasant Hospital in Washington. There is no date, or any explanation, on the curious entry that his pay for Nov/Dec. was stopped and that $8 was deducted for being his being overpaid as a sergeant. From here on through his discharge is carried in the muster rolls as a private. The mystery is compounded by the fact that Firman lists his rank in later pension applications as sergeant, and claims sergeant rank on his post-war sixth corps reunion pin. The question of Firman's actual rank at discharge invites further research, perhaps into the 121 NY regimental letter books in the national archives. In our view, there may have been an error the service records entries re-copied in the 1890s, an error that Firman himself may have been unaware of.

The 121st New York Infantry ( "Orange and Herkimer Regiment") left the state in September 1862 and was attached to the 2nd Brigade, 1st Division, 6th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac and Shenandoah, to June 1865. The regiment participated in all the major campaigns and battles of the two armies from Antietam through Lee's surrender at Appomottox. During service the 121st NY lost 226 men killed and mortally wounded and 117 men by disease, for a total of 347.

A superb pair of medals-regimental & corps-commemorating the service of a "good and worthy" Sergeant of the gallant 121st NY infantry. It is quite rare to find matching ID'D regimental & corps badges. Accompanied by Furmin's military & pension records.

(480-43) Originally $5,000.00
REDUCED TO $3,950.00

This is a identification badge made of silver and shaped like a five point star. The pin is a T-bar type clasp. The front is engraved John B.Howsom / Co. I 5th / N.Y.V.A. The entire outside edge of the star is engraved as well as the top and two bottom points.

John B. Howsom was 41 years old when he enlisted on 8/21/1862 AT New Bremen, NY as a private. On 9/11/1862 he mustered into "A" Co. NY 6th Battn Heavy Artillery He was transferred out on 12/31/1862. On 12/31/1862 he transferred into "I" Co. NY 5th Heavy Artillery. He was Mustered Out on 6/24/1865 at Harper's Ferry, WV . Records show that in August of 1864 while at Harper's Ferry he was charged with stealing a horse brush and a belt plate. John died March 27th , 1906. Included with this item are all service and pension records.

Col. Samuel Graham, being so authorized, proceeded to recruit a regiment of heavy artillery--the 2d Regiment Jackson Artillery; Col. Edward Murray received authority from the State in November, 1861, to recruit the Jackson Heavy Artillery. These two organizations were consolidated March 6, 1862, Colonel Graham's men forming Companies A, B, C and D, and Colonel Murray's E, F, G and H of the new regiment, the two colonels being appointed Colonel and Lieutenant-Colonel, respectively. The 70th Militia furnished a number of men to the regiment. The companies were mustered in the service of the United States for three years, in New York harbor, in April, 1862. December 31, 1862, the 6th Battalion of Artillery--3d Battalion of Black River Artillery--was transferred to the regiment, forming its Companies I, K, L and M, and thereby completing the regimental organization. These companies had been mustered in the United States service for three years; I and K September 11; and L and M September 12, 1862, at Sackett's Harbor. At the expiration of the term of service of the original eight companies, the men entitled thereto were discharged, and the companies retained in service.

The companies were recruited principally: A and B at Brooklyn and New York city; C at New York city, Brooklyn, Monterey, Big Flats, Valhalla, Catskill, Horseheads, Elmira, Armonk and Quarrytonville; D at Brooklyn, New York city and Rondout; E at New York city, Afton and in Ohio; F at New York city, Liberty, Turin, Fort Edward, and in the counties of Dutchess and Sullivan; G in New York city and in New Jersey; H at New York city, Ancram, Poughkeepsie, Fremont Centre and Liberty, and in New Jersey; I at New Bremen, Martinsburg, Lowville and Greig; K at Turin, Leyden, Highmarket, Greig and Theresa; L at Lowville, Watson, Denmark, Martinsburg, Diana and Montague; and M at Denmark, Harrisburg, Pinckney, Montague, Champion, Croghan and Wilna. The eight companies, then organized, served in New York harbor at Forts Hamilton, Lafayette, Wood, Gibson, Richmond and Schuyler, from March 11, 1862; at Baltimore, Md., and other points of the Middle Department, from May 28, 1862. Companies A and F served at Harper's Ferry, W. Va., from June 19, 1862, where they were surrendered in September, 1862; they rejoined the regiment after being paroled, at Baltimore, Md. The 3d Battalion served in the defenses of Washington north, and later south, of the Potomac, 22d Corps, from December, 1862, and at Harper's Ferry, W. Va., from November 24, 1863; the 1st and 2d Battalions were also ordered to Harper's Ferry, 8th Corps, April 19, 1864. The 1st Battalion, Companies A, B, C and D, served with the 1st Brigade, 1st Division, Army of West Virginia, 8th Corps, in the field from May, 1864; it was relieved by the 2d Battalion, July 29, 1864, and returned to Harper's Ferry. The 2d Battalion, Companies E, F, G and H, served in the field in the 1st Brigade, 1st Division, Army of West Virginia, until October 28, 1864, when it returned to Harper's Ferry. The regiment served as infantry and heavy artillery. June 24 and 25, 1865, Companies I, K, L and M were mustered out at Harper's Ferry, but at once reorganized of men transferred from Companies A, B, C and D, and July 19, 1865, the regiment, commanded by Colonel Graham, was honorably discharged and mustered out at Harper's Ferry, W. Va.

(480-27) Originally $2,500.00
REDUCED TO $2,000.00

Presented here, without doubt, is an exceptional pair of original, Civil War identification badge items that include a fine, silver shield device along with a coin-silver lapel pin made from an 1853-dated U.S. coin. Both badge items are in truly outstanding condition and were worn by a young New York soldier named Ormus H. Langdon of the 50th New York Volunteer Engineer Regiment.

After his father gave written permission for the boy to join the army, Private Langdon, an eighteen-year old machinist from Broom, New York, enlisted as a private on January 4, 1864 at Oswego, NY in Captain Middleton's company of the 50th New York Engineer regiment. Langdon mustered into the company (later designated as company "M") at Elmira, NY on February 19, 1864. He was present for duty and served with his unit until admitted to the Lincoln General Hospital in Washington on March 24, 1865 until June 13, 1865 when he was granted an honorable discharge.

The 50th NY Engineer regiment was a major participant in most all of the Army of the Potomac's operations during the Civil War. Initially organized and taken from the 50th NY Infantry regiment in October 1861, the 50th NY Engineers was attached to the Engineer Brigade of the A.O.P. until June 1865. These Engineers were in action at such well-known engagements as the Siege of Yorktown, the Peninsula, bridging the Chickahominy, Fair Oaks, Seven Pines, the Seven Days, Malvern Hill, Harrison's Landing, Maryland Campaign, Harper's Ferry, Rappahannock Campaign, Battle of Fredericksburg, Chancellors Campaign, Gettysburg, Bristoe Campaign, Mine Run Campaign, Wilderness, Spotsylvania, to name a few and was with the army at Appomattox for Lee's surrender. The 50th regiment mustered out on June 13, 1865 and lost 1 officer and 19 men during its wartime tenure.

Private Langdon's handsome, silver, shield-shaped device measures 1½" high by 1" wide and exhibits a clear, jeweler-worked identification engraved on its face. ID badge features the wording "O. H. LANGDON / Co. M / 50th N.Y. ENG." inscribed in fine, ornate, script form and centered directly on the disc face. The exterior surface of the badge exhibits a pleasing dusky-gray sheen together with hints of original dark tarnish overall. Two lines of fine, hand-executed decorative edging is displayed along the entire outside shield curvature with three larger decoration marks engraved into the three upper protruding shield points. Opposite side of disc retains the original clasp and pin back strongly soldered to the piece. Back is dark and appears never cleaned.

A small, modern label from a previous owner is glued to the backside. Private Langdon's lapel pin is likewise a personal gem constructed from of a small, silver U.S. coin that features the design of a 'Seated Liberty' dime and bears the date of 1853 in strong, clear markings. This side of the coin disc bears an original clasp and pin back neatly soldered to the surface. The opposite side of the 9/16" diameter disc has been machined down, filed smooth and bears the initials "O.H.L." delicately engraved in script on the surface and edged with a single-tooled line along the outer edge.

Private Langdon mustered out of the service at Fort Berry, VA on June 13, 1865 and returned to NY State until 1866 when he relocated to Mansfield, PA. There he resumed his occupation as a machinist, settled down and married. He passed away on March 12, 1918.

Ormus Langdon's silver ID shield and silver lapel pin come with his full military and pension records from the National Archives in Washington. This superb, identified badge and lapel pin set are both exceptionally fine, Civil War artifacts that would greatly elevate any Civil War identified badge collection or New York history display.

(480-02) Originally $2,250.00
REDUCED TO $1,850.00

This is a lovely Civil War period 2nd Corps badge Identified to William H. Lewis of Co C, 5th U.S. Artillery. The badge is in the shape of a shamrock with a stem pointing to the left. It is hand made from a British silver sixpence coin with Queen Victoria's face clearly on the back. It is 15/16 high and 15/16 wide. The pin is complete and is of the T-bar design. Engraved on the front is: "W. H. / Lewis / Co C. 5th Reg / US Art." It has a dark colored unpolished silver patina.

William Lewis enlisted in Brooks Station, Virginia on November the 28th, 1862 at the age of 20. He was born in Philadelphia and his occupation was listed as a house painter. Records indicate he " was wounded by the premature explosion of a gun, while fitting in the charge, in action at Cold Harbor Va., June 7th 1864 - reason of which both hands were amputated.". Pension records show that he actually lost "both forearms were torn off - right 3 inches below elbow and left 2 inches above wrist". He was hospitalized until January of 1865 when he was discharged from the unit. Pension records show that he died Feb. 5th, 1892 at Maukesha, Wis. After his death two different women applied for his widow benefits.

Battery C of the 5th U.S. Artillery was organized in September of 1861. They were assigned to 2nd Corps from October of 1863 until June of 1865. They participated in the major battles of Antietam, Fredricksburg, Gettysburg, North Anna River and Cold Harbor.

With this badge are over 50 pages of records, mostly pension records.

(480-07) Originally $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $3,250.00

Here is a wonderful, silver and gold, post war suspension badge of Private Thomas Norton featuring the two Federal Army Corps that he served in while on duty during the Civil War.

This three-piece badge, which is a very fine, jeweler-made specimen, features a 2½" long, foliate-bordered, silver horizontal pinback at the top, from which is suspended a fine 19th Army Corps badge that in turn suspends a large, ornate 18th Army Corps badge. The pinback has two, brass link suspension chains (each 2½" long) that extend down and attach to the outer wings of the 18th AC badge.

The handsome badge belonged to Private Thomas Norton, an Irishman from Lee, Massachusetts. Norton was a nineteen year-old laborer when he enlisted as a private in Company H, 49th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, a nine-month unit, on September 22, 1862 at Pittsfield, MA. Private Norton mustered into service on October 28, 1862 and mustered out a year later on September 1, 1863. Five months later on February 5, 1864, Thomas Norton re-enlisted and mustered into Company E, 27th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry for three years. The regiment moved to North Carolina and saw much service there until it transferred to the Virginia area of operations. There the 27th participated in many actions including operations at Drewry's Bluff where, according to military records, Private Norton was taken prisoner on May 16, 1864. He subsequently escaped or was released because Norton was listed as wounded in actions on June 4, 1864 at Cold Harbor, VA. In September 1864, the regiment transferred to the Department of Virginia and North Carolina. Monthly returns show Norton present for duty through March 8, 1865 when was taken prisoner at South West Creek near Kinston, NC. Paroled and exchanged on April 26, 1865, Norton returned to duty with his company on June 5, 1865 and finally mustered out of the service on June 26.

Norton's badge measures approximately 4" long x 2" wide and is in superb condition. The silver pinback has a four-petaled flower centered on it and is flanked with an engraved "18th A.C." The second badge denotes the 19th Corps and exhibits an engraved "19th / A.C." in the center and "49th , "Mass", "Inft" and "H" on the four arms of the Maltese-like cross. The larger, ornate 18th AC badge is engraved with "27th ", "Mass", "Vet", "Vols" around the outside edge and "1861", "1862", "1863", "1864" along the inside with "1865" on the central, six-pointed gold star. Overall, the silver has acquired a grayish purple tarnish that is heaviest around the edges of the individual badges. The central star on the 18th Corps badge has traces of original enamel coloring remaining in the recessed areas.

Though this badge is not directly marked with Norton's name, Thomas Norton was the only member of Company H, 49th Mass to enlist in the 27th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteers. This highly unusual and handsome memento of the service of Thomas Norton is a fine badge specimen that would surely enhance any collection of military insignia or post-war decorations. Badge comes in its own Riker case and with a copy of the soldier's military records from the National Archives in Washington, DC.

(154-420) $1,850.00
REDUCED TO $1,400.00

5th Corps badge in very fine condition. The badge has had the t-bar pin on the reverse removed, and had a chain link added at the top edge. May have been used on a necklace. Nicely engraved in script lettering, "Sargt M.V.B. Myers, / Co. I. / 4" Regt Md. Vol. Infty."

Martin V.B. Myers, a 25 year old stone cutter, enlisted as a 2nd Corporal on 8/22/62, & on that date was mustered into Co. I, 4th MD Infantry. Promoted to 4th Sgt in early 1864. Listed as present until 8/21/64, when he was wounded in the face at Petersburg, VA. He returned to his regiment, and as of March 1865 was listed as a 3rd Sgt. Mustered out 5/31/65 at Arlington Heights, VA. Myers' pension records indicate that he was present at the Battle of Gettysburg. He died in August, 1870.

The 4th Maryland Infantry was organized in Baltimore in July 1862, and saw service with the 8th Corps until July 1863, when it was transferred to the 1st Corps. It remained as such until March 1864 when it was again moved to the 5th Corps, where it served until mustering out in May 1865. In Sept. 1862 the regt. received marching orders & joined the Army of the Potomac in time to participate in the Antietam campaign. In April 1863 it was sent to West Virginia to repel raids of Gens. Imboden & Jones. In June 1863 the regt. marched to Frederick, MD, where it guarded communications routes between Washington & the AoP. After Gettysburg, they made a forced march to Harper's Ferry & recaptured it after a sharp fight. During the remainder of 1863 it saw action in eastern Virginia, & in 1864 participated in the battles of the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, North Anna, Totopotomy, Bethesda Church, Petersburg, Hatcher's Run, Weldon Railroad, & others. Mustered out 5/31/65.

Accompanied by military & pension records, a modern photograph of Myers' tombstone, and grave location information from Loudon Park Cemetery, Baltimore.

(M15566) Originally $3,250.00

A very unusual and quite attractive circular ID disc hand carved from a single 1/8" slice of bone. Disc belonged to Private Lemuel Wood of Readville, Massachusetts. The 1" diameter bone disc is translucent and possesses a pleasing yellowish-light brown patina overall. Obverse has handcarved lettering on the surface including the soldier's name and unit, "L. Wood / Co B / 1st Mass / Cav" while the reverse shows a handcarved Masonic symbol, complete with scale, compass and radiant sun rays. All carving is filled in with blue or red colored wax. A small hole at top of the disc holds a tiny metal closed hook through which is attached a looped 20" braided green colored cord. Bone tag is in beautiful condition and is a unique identified item for any Civil war collection.

(400-262) Originally $2,750.00

Among the personal items presented in this identified grouping of original Civil War artifacts from Private Joseph P. Bearse are his G.A.R. membership medal, a copy of the "Soldier's Textbook", a single brass uniform button, and a 3" stub of old lead pencil. In addition, two, hand written notes from direct family members round out the collection.

Private Joseph P. Bearse was thirty-seven years old when he enlisted in Company D, 45th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry at Barnstable, Mass on September 12, 1862. He was mustered into army service at Camp Meigs in Readville two weeks later. The 45th was a nine-month unit and performed its entire service obligation as part of the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, Department of North Carolina with duty at New Bern. Bearse was present for duty on every company muster roll until he was discharged at Boston on July 7, 1863 with his term expired.

Among his artifacts is a rollup "Hathaway's Patent" writing kit in very good condition. When unrolled, the inside of the tube-like kit features the soldier's identity hand-written in ink which states, "Joseph P Bearse / Hyannis / Mass." The compact writing kit measures 9" long by 2¼" in diameter. Kit is composed of a small, metal cylindrical tube case used to hold pencils, ink pens, an inkbottle, paper and envelopes. Attached to the tube is a rubberized cloth blotter in fine condition. Glued to the cloth are twelve, narrow, walnut slats that present a smooth surface for writing when cloth blotter is laid flat. Stabilizing the writing surface are two wood slats on the reverse side that swing and lock into place. One locking slat is marked "PAT'D DEC 24, 1861" and features a hand carved numeral "XX" on it. Second locking slat is missing. The japanned tin tube has scattered areas of light chipping at the ends and the blotter underside exhibits some soiling and dark spots of staining. All of the writing implements are missing but this artifact remains a wonderful and desirable specimen of the soldier's personal effects.

Also included in this grouping is a brass, coat size, 'Eagle-shield' uniform with most gold gilt remaining; a short, 3" long stub of lead pencil; one G.A.R. membership badge or medal; a small pocket booklet titled "Soldier's Text Book". In addition, a 5" x 7" affidavit, hand written in ink by Bearse's daughter, dated October 20, 1939, which states in part, "I herewith acknowledge this little Army Kit to be the property of my Father Joseph P. Bearse used by him during the Civil War of 1862 - 1863" and signed "Nellie Curtis Braum, nee Bearse". A side note reads, "This is also the pencil Grandpa Bearse carried in this kit thru the War. Grandpa came home sick from War and was sick from it until death."

If one is searching for unique collection of identified, personal soldier artifacts from the American Civil War, search no longer. This grouping would make an excellent mini-collection in its own right or it would enhance any display of a Civil War soldier's personal effects.

(154- 414) ORIGINALLY $2,500.00
REDUCED TO $1,500.00

Offered is a beautiful custom-made knife that was carried in the Civil War. The knife is 12 ½ inches in length. It was professionally manufactured from a surgical scalpel. The 7 ¼ inch blade is made from polished surgical steel. It is marked WEBER on one side and St. LOUIS, MO. on the other side. Weber was listed. In the 1860 St. Louis directory, Philip Weber is listed as manufacturer of surgical instruments.

The guard is made of steel and is 3 inches wide. The very dark ebony wood handle is decorated with a silver band at the guard and silver ring at the top. The scabbard is made from very dark brown leather. It has a silver tip and silver frog type stud. This silver is an identical match to the silver used on the knife. It also has a 2 inch belt loop. All the stitching is tight.Records show that Capt. James Simpson was 39 years old when he enlisted on August 5th, 1862 in Henry County Mo. He was commissioned as a Captain in 'I" Company, 12th MO Cavalry on Oct 2nd, 1862.

During the Civil War Missouri was one of three "border states" whose citizens wrestled with divided loyalties. Although Missouri never formally seceded from the Union, it was a slave state, and more than two-thirds of her white population was of Southern origin. A Confederate government-in-exile represented the state. Eventually, more than 30,000 troops fought for the South, as well as several thousand more irregular forces, or "guerrillas." Among these Confederate units was the Twelfth Missouri Cavalry. This regiment was known by several other names during its three years of service (1862-65), but throughout the war it retained a nickname that recognized the home for most of its men--the "Jackson County Cavalry. Also included with the knife are Simpson's records.

(546-01) ORIGINALLY $7,950.00
REDUCED TO $6,500.00

Made in its entirety by famed Baltimore cutler and Bowie knife maker Samuel Jackson. Superb condition and impeccably provenanced. A unique American presentation sword, not only for its form but also for the sturdy workmanship it exhibits, clearly implying its origins in the shop of a knife maker.

Daniel H. McPhail was born in Baltimore in 1813 and was appointed a second lieutenant in the 5th U. S. infantry by Andrew Jackson in 1837. On July 10, 1846, he was promoted to captain and commanded a company of this regiment throughout the Mexican War. McPhail was brevetted to major for action at Churubusco where he was also wounded, "his uniform being pierced with bullet holes in the front and across the shoulders. By Resolution No. 17, Acts of 1849, the Maryland legislature tendered its gratitude to McPhail for "his bravery and gallantry in eleven battles during the recent conflict of arms with the Republic of Mexico...".

At the outbreak of the Civil War General Scott offered McPhail a commission and he served for a time on the staff of General Rosecrans, along with Garfield and Hayes. In the later stages of the war he served as paymaster at Wheeling, West Virginia, receiving a brevet to lieutenant colonel for faithful and meritorious service. After the war McPhail was stationed in New Orleans and Charleston and died in Baltimore in 1884.

A remarkable piece of provenance which accompanies the sword is an article from the Baltimore American and Commercial Advertiser dated February 23, 1849 (ironically the day after the presentation on the sword is actually dated) which states in part, "We examined yesterday at the cutlery and surgical instrument manufactory of Mr. Samuel Jackson, on Baltimore Street above St. Paul's Street, a splendid sword, every part of which has been manufactured in Mr. J's own establishment, and after a unique pattern of his own designing. The hilt is octagon shaped, made of silver, and surmounted by a well executed head of Washington, also of silver. The guard represents two dolphins, the engraving and chasing of which has been finished in a style of unsurpassed beauty. The blade, which is of the straight, cut and thrust order, is of the truest and finest steel, polished in the most exquisite manner; the upper half of it being elegantly marked. A more beautiful specimen of workmanship that this blade represents has never come under our inspection. The scabbard is of steel, finely polished, and elegantly mounted with silver. The whole appearance of the sword is that of a chaste and rich neatness, which will recommend it to the taste of all".

In addition to the details described in the article there is a narrow band of silver inlaid in the blade at the ricasso, on both sides, just below Jackson's logo. The blade utilizes a single narrow central fuller and is decorated with lightly engraved parallel lines on either side of the fuller. The blade is held in place at the pommel with a spanner nut. The chain guard is made of decoratively cut and pierced interlocking silver links, attached at the pommel and the guard with braided silver suspensory loops. The steel body of the scabbard, in addition to being polished, is blued. The battles listed on the back of the silver top mount are "Monterey, Vera Cruz, San Antonio, Churubusco, Molino Del Ray, Chapultepec, Garita de Belen, Garita de San Cosine, City of Mexico". Below this is a later inscription, "Col. D. H. McPhail / to/ G. H. Coutts/ January 30th, 1884" (the exact date of McPhail's death). The original oak casing is compartmented and fitted to the sword with green and red wool felt lining and retains the original key. The sword also retains the original buff chamois storage case. A portrait of McPhail in uniform, ca. 1840, is held by the Maryland Historical Society. A remarkable sword, by a most desirable maker, presented to a gallant American officer.

Condition: Aside from one very small (¼" X 1½") patch of light pitting on the blade, 12" from the tip, the sword is mint. The casing has some light exterior scratches, otherwise perfect with nice patina. The lining is perfect as is the chamois storage case.

Provenance: Medicus, Flayderman, & The Donald R.Tharpe Collection of American Military History

(541-11) ORIGINALLY $85,000.00
REDUCED TO $75,000.00

Ca. 1900-10. National Tribune printed form with a colored border festooned w/bust photos of the various Army of Gulf commanders. Measures 24" in height and 19" in width, and has the certification of Stokes service inked into blank spaces at the bottom: "This is to certify that John S. Stokes served in the Army of the Gulf, having been a member of Company "I" & "B", 8th Regiment, New Hampshire Infantry, 19th Army Corps (signed) The National Tribune." With gold stamped National Tribune seal attached to the lower left corner. Despite some light wear & minor chipping at the extremities, the piece is in very good condition, dry-mounted and in shrink wrap.

A native of Freedom, NH, eighteen year-old John Stokes enlisted as a private and was mustered into Co. "I", 8th NH Infantry, on 12/20/1861. H was promoted to corporal, and is listed as being wounded at Port Hudson, LA, 5/27/1863, and being a POW (5/31/1864) and being exchanged (10/23/1864) He transferred to Co. "B" in January 1865 and was mustered out at Vicksburg, MS, 10/28/1865. His unit, the 8th New Hampshire, was mustered into service 12/23/1861 and was transferred to the Dept. of the Gulf in March 1862. It participated in numerous river operations, including the Siege of Port Hudson in the summer of 1863. Designated as 2nd New Hampshire Cavalry in December 1863, and it the following year it particpated in the Red River campaign and remained stationed in the Gulf, mustering out at Vicksburg in late October 1863. During service it lost 104 men killed and mortally wounded and 258 men by disease.

Fine display piece. Documentation included.

(217-180) ORIGINALLY $100.00
REDUCED TO $75.00

Red and blue shield inscribed w/ the facts and details of Bovey service with the 1st Mass Heavy Arty, a unit that had been originally designated the 14th Mass. Vol. Infy. Measures 16.5 x 23.5" within an original single matte, and 23.5 x 29.5" mounted in a handsome, blue matted, double gilt trimmed wooden frame w/contemporary paper backing and hang-wire. Topped w/spread eagle above and a ribald below. Small CDV portrait of Bovey in wartime four button sack coat adorns bottom tip of shield. The print exhibits a vertical strand of water-staining that runs the entire length of the memorial; however, staining is not terribly obvious, nor does it detract from the overall attractiveness of the piece. Overall condition of memorial shield, mattes, & frame: VG plus.

A native of Salem, MA, and a clerk by trade, nineteen year-old James G. Bovey enlisted as a private and was mustered into "G" Co., 1st Mass. Heavy Arty. On 8/5/1862. [Formed in August 1861 as the 14th Mass. Vol. Infy, the unit was re-designated 1st Mass. Heavy Arty. in January 1862.] The memorial shield inscription of Bovey's service runs as follows: "Promoted to Corporal, Sergeant and 1st Sergeant, 1st Mass. H.A./ Stationed in the fortifications of Washington, D.C./ Re-enlisted Dec. 30, 1863/ Battles of Spottsylvania, North Anna, Topopottomoy, Cold Harbor, Petersburg/ Wounded June 16th 1864/ Prisoner of War, June 22, 1864/ Confined at Libby and Belle Isle, VA, Anderson, GA, Charleston and Florence, SC./ Paroled at Florence, Dec. 11th, 1864/ Mustered out July 31, 1865." In the years following. Bovey became a member of GAR post 15 (John A. Andrew) in Boston, and post 34 in Salem, MA. He died in Boston, 4/13/1886.

Extremely handsome, beautifully framed memorial. Military documentation included.

(L11010) ORIGINALLY $950.00
REDUCED TO $795.00

A prime example of a rare, leather tent pole collar used by Civil War veteran Major Elliot Clark Pierce of the 13th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. Pierce was a 30-year old apothecary who resided in Weymouth, MA when he enlisted on July 16, 1861 as Sergeant Major and mustered into the Field and Staff of the regiment the same day. Elliot Pierce accumulated a full military history and was promoted 1st Lt. on Jan 16, 1862, Captain on July 25, 1862, wounded at 2nd Bull Run on Aug 30, 1862, promoted to Major on Apr 22, 1864, wounded again on May 5, 1864 at Spotsylvania Court House, and finally mustered out on Aug 1, 1864 at Boston, MA.

The tent collar device, in choice condition, comes complete with all five of its brass hooks secured onto the leather strap, closing buckle and strap. Attached to the device is a paper tag, hand-written in ink that identifies the item to Pierce. The tent collar is made of strong, russet-colored leather, some 7" long and 2" wide. Five brass hooks, similar to wall clothes hooks, are attached to the leather by hand wrought copper rivets. Device also has a 6" leather adjustment tab and small closure buckle sewn and riveted to the collar. This unusual artifact, a rare piece identified to a Massachusetts combat veteran, would fit into any Civil War camp display.

(400-581) Originally $1,500.00

Made of black bridle leather, this well-used specimen is in good but dry condition with one small tear near the buckle loop. Leather surface exhibits no flaking whatsoever but does show areas of edge cracking, brittleness and some surface grime. The ½" wide leather strap is approximately 20" in length. Link strap has a black painted, harness buckle loop arrangement and a 3 1/4" black, iron spring-clip device sewn to one end of the leather strap. Stitching is strong and intact with no fraying. A well-used Civil War cavalry link strap in good overall condition.

(400-455) ORIGINALLY $100.00
REDUCED TO $75.00

Measures 12" in length, 3.5" in width at the bottom, 5.5" in width at the top. "Rock Island Arsenal" stamped in on upper right side (.125" lettering). Upper & lower 4-holed girth straps w/buckles. 3-holed saddle strap attached at the top. Protective brass "martingale" at top front. Leather stiff & lightly cracking but not flaking. Small white marking number--"5624"-at the bottom Else VG. Good Indian army display piece.

(M18239) Originally $300.00
REDUCED TO $250.00

Measures 12" in length, 3.5 in width at the bottom, 5.5 in width at the top. "Rock Island Arsenal" stamped on upper right side (in .125" lettering). Upper & lower 4-holed girth straps w/buckles. 3-holed saddle strap attached at the top. Protective brass "martingale" at top front. Leather stiff & lightly cracking w/some slight flaking. Small white marking number-"5626"-at top. Else VG. Good Indian army display piece.

(M18241) Originally $300.00
REDUCED TO $250.00

Measures 12" in length, 3.5" in width at the bottom, 5.5" in width at the top. "Rock Island Arsenal" stamped on upper right side (in .125" lettering). Upper & lower 4-holed girth straps w/buckles. 3-holed saddle strap attached at the top. Protective brass "martingale" at top front. Bridal leather stiff & slightly mottled; lightly cracking without flaking. Small white marking number-"5620"-at the top. Else VG. Good Indian army display piece.

(M18236) Originally $250.00
REDUCED TO $200.00

Framed with plexiglass. Numbered 1334/4000. A farewell scene set in Winchester, VA in 1862.

(L11156) Originally $350.00
REDUCED TO $275.00

August 9, 1862. It was the moment of crisis at the battle of Cedar Mountain. Hand to hand fighting sent the left wing of Stonewall Jackson's army reeling back in confusion. Jackson realized he needed to rally his men. He raised his sword, rusted to the scabbard, grabbed a battle flag, and shouted to his men "Jackson is with you, rally brave men, and press forward"!

"Jackson Is With You!"
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Image Size: 26 3/4" x 20"

We have three copies of this print in stock, each reduced to $280.00:

(12-168) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #34/80.

(12-168) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #36/80.

(12-168) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #55/80.

(12-168) Originally $350.00 each
REDUCED TO $280.00 EACH

Fredericksburg December 12, 1862 at quick march, the men of the Irish Brigade cross the Rappahannock River into the town of Fredericksburg to meet their fate at the calamitous forthcoming battle. As they cross, passing generals Meagher and Hancock, the band strikes up the jaunty Irish tune Garryowen.

"Garryowen"
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Image Size: 17" x 33 7/8"

Print is unframed and is flat on acid-free board in acid-free plastic. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #34/80.

(12-719) Originally $225.00
REDUCED TO $180.00

December 11, 1862, the men of the 20th Massachusetts (Harvard Regiment) work their way through the town of Fredericksburg, VA. Met with fierce resistance by the Confederates, the 20th Mass. Found themselves engaged in street fighting at close quarters. Although a dreadful slaughter ensued, the town of Fredericksburg was now in Union hands.

"Fire On Caroline Street"
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Image Size: 20" x 29 1/4"

Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani.

(12-214) Originally $200.00
REDUCED TO $160.00

Early morning, Thursday July 2, 1863, Gen. Robert E. Lee surveys the Union position from a tree line along Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. While in quiet thought as to his next move, Lt. Col. Charles Marshall, Major John W. Fairfax and Lt. Gen. A.P. Hill await his decision.

"Decision At Dawn"
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Image Size: 20" X 23 1/2"

We have two copies of this print in stock, each reduced to $320.00:

(12-157) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #36/65.

(12-204) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #25/65.

(12-157) or (12-204) Originally $400.00 each
REDUCED TO $320.00 EACH

On a hot July 2, 1863 the men of the 5th Texas advanced up the rocky slope to the climax of their ill-fated assault on Little Round Top.

"Little Round Top"
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Image Size: 26 3/4" X 20"

We have two copies of this print in stock, each reduced to $240.00:

(12-166) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani.

(12-166) Originally $300.00
REDUCED TO $240.00

July 3, 1863 the 69th Pennsylvania volunteer infantry waged a heroic forward battle against a wall of Confederates 12,000 men strong. The Confederates charged into the 69th right flank, where the contest became hand-to-hand. The 6th held their ground at the Battle of Gettysburg.

"Rock of Erin"
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Image Size: 26 3/4" x 20"

We have two copies of this print in stock, each reduced to $280.00:

(12-167) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #36/80.

(12-167) Print is unframed and shrunk-wrapped. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #55/80.

(12-167) Originally $350.00 each
REDUCED TO $280.00 EACH

July 3, 1863, the brigade of Richard B. Garnett presses toward the copse of trees in the desperate assault commonly known as Pickett's Charge. In moments Garnett will be shot dead and many of his men killed or wounded in their valiant attempt to break the Union center. Following directly behind, is Gen. Lewis Armistead, hat on sword leading his brigade to immortal glory.

"Toward the Angle"
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Image Size: 18" x 34"

We have two copies of this print in stock, each reduced to $180.00:

(12-726) Print is unframed and is flat on acid-free board in acid-free plastic. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #34/80.

(12-727) Print is unframed and is flat on acid-free board in acid-free plastic. "Publisher Proof" signed by Don Troiani PP #55/80.

(12-726) or (12-727) Originally $225.00 each
REDUCED TO $180.00 EACH

A limited edition signed and numbered cold cast bronze sculpture with patina finish, #233/450.

The piece depicts General Lewis Armistead as he lead his Virginia soldiers, hat on sword, as they took part in Pickett's Charge at the Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 1863. It is on a hardwood base with a gold title plate. It stands approximately 14 1/2 inches tall and the base measures 9 3/4 inches long and 8 inches wide.

(66-45) ORIGINALLY $950.00
REDUCED TO $750.00

Ca. Franco Prussian War, 1870. Measures 14" in height, mounted on a square wooden base measuring 7.5 by 5", and weighing 5.8 pounds. Soldier's kepi badge reveals his French identity, as he leans forward, rifle in hand with a dog curled at his left foot. Attractive reproduction of Franco-Prussian war infantryman.

(435-118) ORIGINALLY $225.00
REDUCED TO $125.00

Made of heavy tin, measuring 19" x 10" x 10.5", with side handles, side latches, & front latch (front-latch fastener & left side latch are missing). Original paint jappan black w/"U.S.A/HOSP. DEPT. painted across the top in white lettering (1 & 2"). The lettering is still highly visible though the remainder of the trunk is heavily scratched. This sort of Civil War medical chest was used to carry cloth and bandages, and has no internal compartments. Excellent display piece. Officially marked medical trunks are extremely scarce.

(434-906) ORIGINALLY $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,250.00