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 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

Ca. 1860s. Made of multi colored wool, measuring 8 x 3 3/4". Overall it is in excellent condition.

(M18905) ORIGINALLY $275.00
REDUCED TO $215.00

Made of colored [red, blue, green, gold] rug-like cloth, stitched w/inner pole liner. Measures 8" in length, 2" in diameter. Fine condition. Magnificent artillery display piece.

(558-708) ORIGINALLY $250.00
REDUCED TO $215.00

This is a leather-covered pad used on the ends of limber poles to protect the lead horses. It was removed when the carriage was not in use. It is made to fit a pole approximately 2 ¼ inches in diameter. The leather is in good condition and it comes complete with the rectangular pin. No manufacturer marks are present.

(241-48) ORIGINALLY $150.00
REDUCED TO $100.00

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

Standard Civil War-era lanyard w/4.5" wooden spool. Hemp twine neatly wound in a 6.5" bob, hook hanging free. Exhibits slight wear, else VG. Great display lanyard!

(558-710) ORIGINALLY $495.00
REDUCED TO $395.00

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

(558-713) ORIGINALLY $595.00
REDUCED TO $495.00

A rather interesting little box. Container is made of tin and measures 4.25 x 2.75 x 2.75. The exterior has been blackened and the interior has been painted gold. This was done long ago as the paint appears to be very old with plenty of wear. On the inside some of the gold paint has been chipped away reveling the tin underneath. The lid is embossed with crossed cannons with a cannon ball at center. In gold paint above the cannons are the words "100 Friction Primers." The letters were also originally stamped into the lid but have been done over in gold paint. The box is sound and the lid works just fine. What makes this interesting is the inscription on the bottom. In gold paint is says "Allegheny Arsenal At Pittsburgh Pa, War 1861 to 1865, Sale 1902."

(241-63) ORIGINALLY $695.00
REDUCED TO $495.00

Leather Artillery primer box in nice, used condition. The leather is strong and all seams are tight. Outer flap shows wear from use and light surface crackling. Flap is stamped in two lines "N. Y., P.N.H." Leather tab is sewn to flap and is in good condition. One wide belt loop sewn to back. Inside is tin box with lid. The hinges on the lid are gone but it will still open. Lid is stamped "50 Primers."

(241-106) ORIGINALLY $395.00
REDUCED TO $295.00

(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
FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,500.00

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

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

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

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

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

Blade measures 19.75" in length, 1 1/16" wide and 5/16" thick. Unstopped fuller measuring 13.5". 4.875" brass hilt of flat bird's head pommel pattern. No markings. [See Hardin, AMERICAN BAYONET, p. 97, variation 3] Bayonet adapter, designed to fit over front sight of 1841 "Mississippi" & "Fayetteville" rifles, measuring 1" in diameter, w/ following side marking: "BG & M/ Richmond, VA/ Sept. 2, 1861" [See Hardin, p. 95]. Leather scabbard cut from naval cutlass scabbard, measuring 21", fitted w/brass stud and drag. Leather belt frog, w/buckled lea. strap, fitted to scabbard stud.

Bayonet blade exhibits a splotchy dark gray blade w/medium pitting, & traces of grime. Brass hilt displays a dark coppery patina, as does bayonet "adapter", which exhibits numerous nicks on the spring-release side of the bird's head pommel. Scabbard is intact, though fragile, displaying much cracking and some flaking, along w/one "struck" spot four inches from drag. The stud and drag exhibit medium coppery patina, with the latter somewhat dinged. Else VG.

With its B, G & M-marked adapter, this is one scarce, highly desirable Confederate bayonet.

(169-111) ORIGINALLY $8,500.00
REDUCED TO $6,000.00

Offered is a Confederate saber type bayonet manufactured by Boyle & Gamble of Richmond Va. This bayonet, which was designed to be used with an adapter, attached to the barrel. It is 24-5/8 inches in length with a 19-3/4 inch blade with a 13-inch fuller. The steel blade has a dusky gray patina with areas of pitting. The grip is cast in one piece of brass. The bottom of the quillion is stamped wit the number 50 and VII is scratched on the grip.

(558-62) ORIGINALLY $2,250.00
REDUCED TO $1,850.00

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

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

From Broadfoot Publishing Company. Very fine condition used set, with 15 of the 31 volumes still in their wrappers. Quality publications with cloth bindings with gold stamping, acid free paper & reinforced hinges.

Published between the years 1895-1929, the 31 volumes are divided into two series. Series I includes Union and Confederate reports, orders, and correspondence regarding naval operations as well as the operation of single vessels, namely cruisers or privateers. Also includes information on squadrons and flotillas, mainly in chronological order. Union reports are given first, followed by corresponding Confederate reports. Series II includes statistical data of ships, muster rolls of Confederate vessels, letters of marque and reprisal, and Confederate departmental investigations. Also included in the set is a general index volume.

Sells brand new for $1,200.00!

(B3852) ORIGINALLY $600.00
REDUCED TO $450.00

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

The First Light Infantry Company was formed in 1818 as a state militia company based in Providence, R.I., and was affiliated with the Second Regiment of the Rhode Island militia. Many of its members served in the Civil War in the First Regiment, Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry, Companies C and D. The First Light Infantry Veteran Association was formed by vote of the Company in 1869. Its members were veterans of the Company dating back to 1818. Offered is one of the cross belt plates from this company. It is cast from solid brass with F.L.I.V.A. over 1818 over PROVIDENCE, R.I. It is a 2-½ inch by 3-¼ inch oval.

(200-291) ORIGINALLY $250.00
REDUCED TO $200.00

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 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

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

Called the "BRIDLE-CUTTING " pike because of the sickle attachment extending from the side that made them very effective against cavalry. They were used to pull the enemy closer or to cut his bridle. The sickle blade was usually smaller than the length of the pike and only sharpened on one side.

Offered is a 40-inch section of a confederate pike of an unknown manufacturer. The steel spear point is 12 3/4 inches in length and 1 3/8 inches wide. The sickle shaped blade extends 4 inches from the main blade. It is sharpened on the inside only. The ricasso is unmarked. The blade is attached to the shaft by an iron collar and two wrought iron straps screwed to the shaft. The ash shaft has been broken to 27 inches in length.

(E2099) ORIGINALLY $1,995.00
REDUCED TO $1,750.00

Here is a fine artillery or mounted officer's edged weapon used in America circa the War of 1812. The military saber and its brass scabbard are a quality specimen most likely produced by an unknown English arms maker of the period. Totally unmarked, the sharply curved, single-edged steel blade exhibits a hatchet point and measures 30" long without a false edge. Blade, still sharp and strong, exhibits a broad, stopped shallow fuller that begins at the ricasso and terminates 8" from the point. Void of any decorative engravings, the blade is in very good condition and has acquired a dusky gray patina with scattered spots of dark oxidation overall. The swelled grips are made of carved and grooved mahogany wood that has acquired a fine, rich plum-colored patina. Has one tiny scuff. A plain brass ferrule at the base of the grips surmounts the brass backstrap that forms the rounded unadorned pommel. Brass knucklebow is a reverse "P" pattern and undecorated save for a slot cutout for a sword knot. Brass quillons are plain and terminate above the blade as a disc shaped finial. Brazed on either side of the quillons opposite the blade are undecorated, brass, shield-shaped langets. Hilt never cleaned. Plain brass scabbard, tight and strong has a semi-bright sheen, normal dents and dings from use and scattered areas of rust oxidation overall. A small iron drag is seated at the scabbard tip and two brass carry rings with mounts are featured at the upper end of the scabbard. Upper ring mount also features a brass stud for a frog. This specimen of early American edged weaponry is a fine artifact specimen and would make a great collectible.

(169-138) ORIGINALLY $1,250.00
REDUCED TO $995.00

Presented here is a fine original specimen of an Confederate cavalry saber and scabbard made by the well known Memphis, TN firm of Thomas Leech & Co, a.k.a. the Memphis Novelty Works. Leech established his business in Memphis and produced a number of edged weapons there from September 1861 to May of 1862.

Typical of those sabers carried by numerous Southern horsemen during the War Between the States, this well-made steel specimen features a 36" long, single edged, slightly curved blade with a 27½" long, unstopped, wavy fuller and a flat back. Blade is unmarked, as is typical. Grips on this saber are strong and exhibit a center-swelled grooved wooden handle wrapped tightly in original black leather. Leather shows scattered spots of cracking, a few chips and scuffing but remains in very good, strong condition. Grooved handle is wound with a double twisted strand of copper wire that remains very tight and strong. The maker's stamp of "MEMPHIS / NOVELTY WORKS / THOs LEECH & Co." in an uneven, three-line marking is visible on the back of the quillon. The "MEMPHIS" stamping dates the manufacture of this cavalry saber to the war year Sep 61 to May 62 timeframe. Strong brass hilt features a robust, two-branch guard and a brass, high domed pommel cap of the Phrygian-helmet design sometime referred to as a 'high-hat' style. Grips and pommel are tight to the saber but the guard hilt is loose and appears to have been cast, not stamped. All brass has acquired a deep and pleasing, rich bronze patina. Total length of the saber including grips is 42¼" long.

Readily visible on the blade at either ricasso and down both lengths of the saber are crude casting imperfections inherent in edged weapons of Southern manufacture. Blade, which is still sharp, bears scattered areas of rust pitting marks and dark oxidation overall. True edge shows one edge nick 15" from the tip and also exhibits remnants of sheen on the obverse flat from a modern burnishing wheel. This can be diminished without much trouble. Saber is missing its leather pad.

The crudely constructed iron scabbard is a classic specimen, strong but dinged and dented from use. Retains its brass suspension mounts and iron rings but lacks its brass drag and brass throat collar. Lower ring still holds a period iron hook. Visible along the scabbard bottom edge is the very crude, folded-over and brazed seam so evident in southern-made scabbards of the period. Scabbard tip shows the crimp normally covered with the drag. This scabbard exhibits rough finishing work and has acquired a pleasing dark plum patina over the years. If one seeks a Confederate classic horseman's cavalry saber and scabbard, this original "Memphis Novelty Works" marked weapon is for you.

(558-55) ORIGINALLY $11,000.00
REDUCED TO $9,000.00

Presented here is a classic specimen of an original Confederate enlisted cavalryman's saber, sans scabbard. Often referred to as the 'Second Model Kenansville', this saber was made at the well-known Kenansville, North Carolina firm of Louis Froelich. In addition to its Southern heritage, this Confederate weapon has an interesting 1980-dated letter of provenance from the well-known military antiques firm of N. Flayderman & Co of Connecticut regarding this CS saber as being part of the collection of Lieutenant George E. Albee, a Civil War veteran with Berdan's Sharpshooters. Also included with the weapon is a copy of a circa 1890 New Haven , CT newspaper article regarding Albee and his collection, including mention of his Confederate saber. After the war, Lt. Albee continued in Army service and fought Indians in numerous western campaigns. Albee was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for heroism at the Brazos River in Texas in 1869.

With the start of the war in 1861, sword maker Louis Froelich, in conjunction with partner B. Estvan, initially produced edged weapons at a Wilmington, NC facility. Later that same year, Froelich relocated to a production site in Kenansville that he named the 'Confederate States Armory'. Ironically, the facility was not a CS government entity as Froelich was the private and only owner of the company. Typical of the sabers carried by numerous Southern horsemen during the War Between the States, this Kenansville steel specimen was patterned after the Federal Model 1860 light cavalry saber.

Total length of the saber, including grips, is 40¾" long. Readily visible on the blade at either ricasso, and along both sides of the saber are crude casting imperfections inherent in edged weapons of Southern manufacture. This somewhat crudely-finished saber features a 35" long, single edged, slightly curved blade with a 35" long, unstopped, wavy fuller and a semi-flat back. Blade is unmarked and exhibits a casting flaw 2" from the reverse ricasso. No washer pad. Grips display traces of the original brown russet leather wrapped around its grooved wooden handle (similar to the Federal M1840 handle). Wood shows slight splitting near the hilt. Grips still exhibit the original, iron, single-strand wire wrap, loosely bound around the handle. No maker's mark on the ricasso, as usual. Strong, cast brass hilt features a robust, two-branch guard, pointed quillon and a brass, pommel cap. Edge of quillon displays the Roman numerics "I I I IV" carved on the side. Pommel has a small casting flaw at the upper reverse side. Grips, hilt and pommel are all tight to the saber. All the brass components have acquired a deep and pleasing, rich bronze patina. Blade bears scattered areas of rust pitting marks and dark oxidation and shows evidence of light to moderate cleaning overall. No edge nicks visible. No scabbard.

(558-51) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,500.00

Presented here is a wonderful representative of an original Confederate cavalry saber, completely unmarked, and resting in its crude iron scabbard. Carried by Southern cavaliers during the War Between the States, this type of unmarked specimen is the most usual Confederate saber encountered in the collecting community. Saber bears a strong resemblance to the Federal Model 1840 heavy cavalry saber.

The original grips on this rebel edged weapon exhibit a slightly center-swelled, grooved wooden handle that is wrapped tightly in original, black-colored oil cloth or canvas. Cloth appears to have been painted with tar. Grips are wrapped with a small gauge, single, untwisted brass wire that is tight and strong. The robust brass hilt features a fine, two-branch guard and a brass pommel cap of the Phrygian-helmet pattern sometime referred to as a 'high-hat' style. Hilt is still tight to the blade tang. No leather pad or washer present. Most of the brass has acquired a deep brown patina with the pommel exhibiting a dusky sheen. The steel curved blade features a thick flat back, a length of 35¼", a width of 1 1/8" and exhibits a single, 26½" long unstopped fuller on either side. Readily visible on the blade at either ricasso and down the length of the saber are crude casting imperfections inherent in edged weapons of Southern manufacture. Blade has an obvious casting flaw / depression at the reverse ricasso that is 1¼" x ¼" and appears to never have been sharpened, as many rebel blades were. The overall length of the weapon is 43" when housed in its scabbard.

The unadorned, iron scabbard is in strong overall condition and is complete with its two iron suspension rings, brass mounts, brass throat collar and large iron drag. Collar is of brass and has an inner throat spring that is crudely riveted to the top of the scabbard. Scabbard has been painted black and shows moderate rust pitting in addition to two rust perforations visible on the scabbard body just above the drag. If one seeks a true, honest Confederate cavalry saber with scabbard, this is it.

(558-56) ORIGINALLY $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $3,400.00

This specimen is a fine example of an untouched Confederate Cavalry Sabre whose maker is unknown. It is a close copy of the U.S.Cavalry Model 1860. This particular sabre has a tapering cone grip covered with dark brown leather. It is wrapped with a double stranded copper wire. The leather is tight but some small pieces are missing. The two-branched guard and "high-hat" pommel cap are both made of roughly cast brass. They both have a nice dark untouched patina. The curved blade is 34 inches long, with rounded back and a single stopped fuller on either side. The blade is a dark brown patina in color and the edge has numerous nicks. Over-all length of this weapon is 39 3/4- inches.

The scabbard is made of iron with crudely made iron ring mounts located at 31/2 and 12 inches down from the iron throat. The rings are made of steel and are 1 1/4 inches in diameter. It appears to be an import scabbard, as it is a better quality than a CS manufactured scabbard and is longer than the sword by 3 inches.

(E2112) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,400.00

This short sword has a very crude cast CS in the crossguard and a star in the pommel, which gives it the name "CS &Star". In the book Collecting the Confederacy, by Shannon Pritchard, he states that they may have been made by McElroy of Macon Georgia. His reasoning is that when these are discovered with a scabbard, it is the same as the McElroy foot artillery saber. The blade is 18 ½ inches long with a single 13 inch fuller. The blade is a dark brown color and the hilt does have some play on the blade.

(558-69) ORIGINALLY $4,950.00
REDUCED TO $3,950.00

This is a Confederate short sword devoid of any markings. According to the book "Collecting the Confederacy" by Shannon Pritchard (page 9), this sword was probably made by W.J. McElroy in Macon Georgia. It has a crudely cast brass guard and grip. The recess in the quillion are finished out and show tool marks. The pommel is bare of decorations. The blade is 19 ¼ inches in length and is unfullered. It is 1 3/4 inches wide and tapers from the guard to swell again to the original size. It has a brown patina look with some minor signs of pitting.

(558-50) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,650.00

This is a Confederate short sword devoid of any markings. It has a crudely cast brass guard and grip, the latter having scales. The pommel is bare of decorations. The blade is 18 1/2 inches in length and is double -edged with a single fuller.. It is 1 5/8 inches wide and tapers to a point. The tip has been slightly rounded. It is a brown patina look with some minor signs of pitting.

(558-54) ORIGINALLY $1,700.00

Burger and Brothers manufactured artillery swords in Richmond, Virginia. They were cast using a course sand mold, which gives them the grainy texture. The brass grip is made in one piece with the quillion ornamented with a C and S. The 18 ½ inch blade starts out at the guard at 2 ¼ inch thick and tapers to 2 inches. The blade is a gunmetal-gray with dark age spots throughout.

(558-61) ORIGIALLY $5,500.00
REDUCED TO $4,250.00

Here is a very fine presentation quality, imported 'Knights Head' style sword specimen made for the American militia market. Official regulations in the 1830s through 1840s called for infantry officer swords to have a straight blade and large counter guard. This wonderful example of a brass-mounted militia officer's presentation grade edged weapon is in excellent condition.

Weapon exhibits a 30¾" elliptical, double-edged straight blade with a long, narrow, center fuller on each flat that starts 3" up from the ricasso and goes to the very tip of the point. Reverse ricasso is plain while the obverse ricasso exhibits the 'standing knight in armor' maker's mark of W. Clauberg. The name "CLAUBERG" is above the standing figure and "SOLINGEN" rests below the figure. Just above the maker's name is the etched mark "IRON PROOF". Displayed on both sides of the blade are highly detailed, contrasting silver and gold-gilted engraved floral scrolls and military motif decorations. Above the reverse ricasso are panoplies of military arms followed by large letters "US". Additional floral scrolls follow. Obverse side bears military motifs and the spreadwinged eagle holding a pennant that reads "E PLURIBUS UNUM".

Both of the flats exhibit small undulating yet decorative-like acid-etching marks that start some 8" from the ricasso and fade away 3" from the point. Blade wears a pleasing dusky gray appearance. The tight grips are solid brass and made to resemble a Roman-style fasces with the blade tang surrounded with a tied bundle of horizontal pipes or sticks. The fasces were devices used for siege warfare in Roman and medieval times and symbolize the readiness for war. Solid brass pommel is cast in the form of a head wearing a classical helmet that faces downward. A large brass "D" style knucklebow exhibits decorative bullion type scrolls at the middle and appears to have a small period repair at one end. Large cast brass crossguard is detailed with turret-like devices at each end. The sword's brass quillon is large (4¼" x 3½") and takes the shape of a medieval shield.

Scabbard is all brass and bears two strong carry rings at the upper mounting band and a single carry ring at the lower band, typical of militia scabbards. Both sword bands are intricately carved in floral scroll motifs but appear only on the obverse side of the scabbard. Upper ring mount exhibits a small ornate brass stud for attachment to a sword belt. A small 'slipper' drag is visible at the scabbard tip. This very fine imported 1850s style militia officer's sword with its handsome, mellow brass mounted 'Knights Head' pommel is a fine specimen of early Americana edged weaponry and a great collectible.

(169-137) ORIGINALLY $7,500.00
REDUCED TO $6,500.00

Maker-mark, obverse ricasso: "W. H./Horstmann/ & Sons/ Philadelphia". Bright blade w/standard frosted blade, finely etched w/flags, military trophies, & floral patterns-[w/ "E Pluribus Unum" on the obverse & "US" on the reverse]. Blade edge exhibits two or three minor dings, w/ traces of tarnish and age spotting evident, especially near the tip. Washer missing. Gilt hilt assembly tight and symmetrical, w/light coppery patina. Fine tight shark skin grip w/slight wear, and deluxe stranded wire wrap. Come w/fine scarce sharkskin scabbard, lightly worn. Brass gilt carrying mounts and drag display patches of light tarnish and light coppery patina. All in all, with its fine sharkskin scabbard and matching grip, this is one highly attractive sword. Superb display piece.

(169-146) ORIGINALLY $3,750.00
REDUCED TO $3,250.00

W. H. Horstmann and Sons was a Philadelphia sword assembler. They were not engaged in making sword blades but they did their own brass parts such as guards, pommel caps and scabbard mounts.

Offered is a fine Model 1860 cavalry officer's saber assembled by Horstmann. The blade is a Weyerberg blade. The Weyersberg family were prominent swordmaker in Solingen. This blade is identified by the Kings head with a 5-point crown on the obverse, which is one of their marks. The blade is the short blade, 31 ½ inches in length. The width is 1 1/8 inches and the thickness is 5/16. The bade is etched with foliate, scrool, panoply of arms and foliate on both sides and the name, W.H. Horstmann and Son, Philadelphia, Pa. on the obverse. It has some dark spots near the tip caused by rust.

The hilt is a plain enlisted type with some decoration on the two-branch guard and the pommel. The grip is sharkskin covered with a two strand twisted brass wire that is slightly loose at the top. The scabbard is steel with plain wide brass mounts and drag.

(169-142) ORIGINALLY $3,750.00
REDUCED TO $3,000.00

Although the precise history of these rare Confederate carbines remains a bit murky, existing records validate that 183 guns were delivered against an original contract for 1000. The strong similarity of these guns to the J. P. Murray carbine, and the belief that John D. Gray, the proprietor of the Columbus Armory, was the brother of William C. Gray, one of the partners in J. P. Murray, would certainly indicate a strong association between these two firms. Only two of these exist that are actually marked.

The 24" barrel is marked with a P at the top left of the breech and a Maltese cross on the underside. The M1841 style lock is unmarked with the exception of a dot 6 on the inside of the lockplate and on the hammer. The barrel tang screw bears this same mark. Both lock screws are marked with the Roman numeral VII and the number 17 are stamped in the wood by the barrel tang. The brass trigger guard, butt plate, side plate and bands, including the double strap front band, exhibit a nice dark untouched patina. It is probable the front band spring is a replacement. All other metal smooth with a very nice dark untouched patina, just some light cleaning at the breech, apparently to expose the markings, minor. The walnut stock shows honest use with a dark untouched patina. A letter W is carved on the left side of the butt and there is a very old 2½" crack that extends from the front lock screw along the fore end. V-notch rear sight, small brass blade front sight. The ramrod, while possibly not original, is unquestionably period and probably a field expedient replacement. Retains both original sling swivels. Mechanically the main spring is a bit weak but functioning, very good bore. A very nice, generally untouched example of this extremely rare Confederate carbine with but a handful of known specimens.

In 2006 a marked example sold at Julia's for $86,250 and in 2007 an unmarked example sold for $21,600.

(G2617) ORIGINALLY $18,500.00
REDUCED TO $14,000.00

This firearm has a nice dark "attic " patina throughout. The metal is worn but not distressed and shows corrosion due to neglect. The barrel is original with V and broken P stamps visible. The rear sight has been replaced. No trace of rifling indicates it was used post war as a shotgun. The top and bottom bands are original Richmond's, but the middle band is missing. Breech plug has been damaged from improper removal and the muzzle end has been what appears to be rolled over but could easily be repaired. Both the brass buttplate and nosecap are original as well as the trigger guard. The stock is an original Richmond with good interior inletting that has been lightly sanded.

The lockplate is clearly stamped C.S. RICHMOND, VA and the 1863 which is very faint but visible. All parts on the interior lock are Richmond except for the bridle and rear pivot screw. The hammer is also original with crude checking. The ramrod is a shortened 1842 musket ramrod. This is a good genuine Richmond with all major components being of Richmond manufacturing.

(241-163) ORIGINALLY $10,500.00
REDUCED TO $8,750.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $7,700.00

The Model 1817, sometimes referred to as the Common Rifle, is the only US issue longarm manufactured by contractors. It is a single shot .54 caliber muzzleloader. The 36 inch round barrel is fastened with three barrel bands. The iron mountings and the barrel were both finished brown. Stocks are made of walnut with a patchbox in the right side of the stock. Ramrods are steel with a brass tip. Barrel is marked at breech with a US/P and the inspectors initials. Date marking was also on the tang. The lockplate is marked three ways: (1) Large US over H.DERINGER/PHILAD in the center of the lock with the date of manufacture marked vertically behind the hammer; (2) Small US over H.DERINGER/PHILAD in the center of the lock with the date of manufacture marked vertically behind the hammer: (3) Two lines in very small letters DERINGER/PHILAD in the center of the lock with the date of manufacture marked vertical behind the hammer. Deringer manufactured a total of 13,000 of these rifles.

Offered is one with the (2) type of lock markings. The lock and barrel are both marked 1843 and the barrel has the initals JH. All metal parts have been cleaned to a semi-bright dusky gray finish. The bore is semi-bright and has very good rifling. The wood appears to have been lacquered but it is in good condition and the cartouches are still visible. Ramrod is original. Nice clean gun.

(169-182) ORIGINALLY $2,750.00
REDUCED TO $2,400.00

A.W. Waters Armory located in Millbury, Massachusetts manufactured this rifle. They manufactured a total of 1500 between 1859 and 1860 of which 900 were delivered to the government in March of 1863. It is a .53 caliber single shot bolt action percussion firearm with an underhammer and is considered the first bolt action rifle adopted by the U.S. Ordnance. All the mountings are iron with a blued finish except the bright finished ramrod and the casehardened hammer. Rifles are marked with a serial number on the bolt and stamped on the tang is GREEN'S PATENT / NOV. 17, 1857. The rifling is of the type invented by London gunmaker Charles Lancaster that appears to be smooth. The front sight doubles as a bayonet lug.

Offered is serial number 3558. The metal parts have a gray / brown patina. Lots of original finish visible on the bolt, bands and trigger guard. Mechanics are sound and crisp. Wood is good with some nicks and scratches from normal use. The bore is bright with good rifiling.

(169-179) ORIGINALLY $2,350.00
REDUCED TO $2,100.00

Offered is a high grade .50 caliber rifle and a 12 gauge shotgun mounted side by side with. The barrels are 29 ½ inch in length, dark but not pitted. Mounted in the center is a single wooden ramrod with a brass tip. The lockplate is decorated with engraving and marked Van What Son and Co. Both hammers are also engraved. The one-piece stock has checkering and is decorated with German silver on the forearm and the patchbox. The buttplate and trigger guard is made of iron and both have engraving on the tang. The fixed sight is located 9 inches down the barrel. The gun has sling swivels located on the trigger guard and on the barrel.

(169-200) ORIGINALLY $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $3,250.00

This is the first regulation model of a musket made in the percussion ignition system at the national armories. The Springfield Armory produced 172,000 of these muskets between 1844 and 1855. It is a 69 caliber smoothbore with a bright barrel. The lockplate markings are an American eagle motif above US forward of the hammer and behind the hammer, marked vertically is SPRINGFIELD / 1853. The breech of the barrel is marked V/P and the eagle head with the 1853 date. The inspectors initials cartouche is stamped on the left side opposite lock. Original ramrod with trumpet shaped head. All the iron parts are a bright dusky gray patina. The walnut stock has a few minor nicks and scratches from normal use and handling. This is a very nice example of a gun used extensively during the beginning of the Civil War.

(169-185) ORIGINALLY $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $3,250.00

Cal. 58 manufactured by John Rice of Philadelphia, Pa. Rice had a contract in November of 1861 for 36,000 rifles of the standard 1861 pattern. By April of 1862 Rice was ready to abandon his contract, as he could not get good quality barrels. Ordnance records do not show deliveries from Rice but examples marked only Philadelphia and dated 1862 have been attributed to Rice. Rice may have also sold arms to the state of Pennsylvania. Offered is one of Rice's rare muskets. The musket has a dull dusky gray peppery patina. The lock is marked US/PHILADELPHIA beneath the bolster and 1862 at the rear of the lock. The mechanics are crisp. The barrel has a faint but readable date of 1862. It is marked with a VP and eagle head, which appears to be a "Trenton" barrel. It is also marked with a B stamped twice and the number 3. The bore is dark and pitted with faint rifiling. Barrel bands are a stamped B under the US and the trigger guard is stamped 2?. The steel tulip shaped ramrod with the swelled shank is also marked with a W and the nosecap D. The walnut stock is dark with normal scratches and dings and a small chip behind the tang where it appears a 94 was stamped into it. The cartouches are JM and OWA. This scarce musket will fit into any collection of Civil War contract muskets.

(169-203) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,500.00

Cal. .58. All iron surfaces are cleaned to gray with some dusty looking pepper remaining. The Springfield lock markings are clear with an "1864" date. Good mechanics. The barrel markings "V/P/Eagle" with date "1864" are visible though thin. The bore is strong and semi-bright with a few small patches of pitting. The stock shows handling and use with a heavy oil finish. Cartouches are present though thin.

(218-288) ORIGINALLY $2,250.00
REDUCED TO $2,150.00

The design of this carbine was Ambrose E. Burnside who was a famous general during the civil war. Bristol Firearms Co first manufactured Burnside carbines and later it was the Burnside Rifle Co. Between 1857 and 1865 approximately 53,800 carbines were manufactured by these firms. All were 54 caliber and used either a copper casing or tapered foil cartridge. Collectors and writers have categorized the Burnside into five models.

Offered is the 5th or Model of 1864 Burnside. Though deliveries were made in 1863, the top of the frame is marked BURNSIDE PATENT / MODEL OF 1864. Other markings are CAST STEEL 186? on the barrel, and the lockplate is marked BURNSIDE RIFLE CO / PROVIDENCE = R.I. Finish was a casehardened frame and a blued barrel.

Offered is a 5th Model Burnside with serial number 10192 marked on both the frame and breech. The gun has a dusky gray peppery patina throughout the metal parts. Some dark age spots but no heavy rust. The bore is semi-bright with good rifling. Many sub-inspector marks on various parts and two light but visible cartouches on the stock. The stock is in good condition with normal nicks and scratches from a gun that saw service. This is a nice example of a Burnside that will not be here long.

(200-277) ORIGINALLY $1,950.00
REDUCED TO $1,560.00

Cal. .52. S/N 4237, all matching. The lock and receiver and loading lever retain approx. 100% of their case color. All markings typical to this model are sharp and clear. Crisp mechanics. Bright and sharp bore that appears unfired. The barrel retains virtually all of its original blue, which shows some very light natural aging. The butt plate shows approx. 50% blue mixing with age patina. The stock shows little handling with only a few very light marks. The factory surface and finish remains untouched. Crisp clear cartouche. This is an Excellent Plus example of the Type II Gwyn & Campbell.

(G2456) ORIGINALLY $5,750.00
REDUCED TO $4,950.00

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

Offered 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 is one of 19,374 pistols made by Simeon North in Middletown, Connecticut between 1817 and 1820. They are .54 caliber, smoothbore with 9 1/16 inch round barrels. Ramrod is made from hickory and fitted with an iron end. All mountings were made from iron, which were finished brown, with the only brass on the front sight and the flashpan. Lockplates were casehardened. First lock markings which were ahead of the hammer are S.NORTH over an American eagle/ shield motif with an U.S. / MIDLnCONN. Later the address was changed to MIDLtnCONN. No date of production is marked on these pistols. Barrel is marked at the breech with a P/ US. and inspector's initials. All metal has been cleaned to a dull semi-bright gray patina. Signs of heavy pitting near the touchhole. Looks like HHP stamped on the barrel near the touchhole. Wood is dark with a visible cartouche on the left side opposite the lockplate.

(169-170) ORIGINALLY $1,950.00
REDUCED TO $1,800.00

An estimated 20,000 of this pistol was manufactured in the mid 1860's. It is almost identical to the larger Plant's "Army revolver. The Eagle Manufacturing Company of New York City produced these. They are 30 caliber 5 shot pistols except for the Eagle marked ones that are 6 shot. They have a 3-½ inch Octagon ribbed barrel. They had a brass frame that was silver plated with a blued barrel and cylinder. Grips were made from walnut or rosewood. Barrel marking is EAGLE ARMS CO., NEW YORK or MERWIN & BRAY FIREARMS CO.,N.Y. or REYNOLDS, PLANT & HOTCHKISS, NEW HAVEN,CONN. The cylinder is marked PAT.JULY 12, 1859 and JULY 21, 1863.

Offered is a Plant with the Merwin barrel markings. Only very minor traces of silver plating present. All barrel and cylinder markings are crisp and clear. Action is mechanically sound. Serial number on the frame and the cylinder is 4085. Bore is bright with very good rifling.

(169-160) ORIGINALLY $695.00
REDUCED TO $595.00

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

Presented here is a most extraordinary and identified Civil War grouping that consists of an original Federal uniform, wartime letters and journals that were brought home after the war by Lieutenant Robert Newton Martin. Included in this fresh Civil War multi-item grouping are Martin's colorful French-inspired uniform tunic complete with its original baggy uniform trousers, black leather shako and leather gaiters. A batch of Martin's wartime letters, including one epistle written on the field at Gettysburg in line of battle plus Martin' wartime journal.

Robert Martin was a twenty-one year old resident of Blair County, PA when he enlisted in Harrisburg on April 20, 1861 with Co "A", 3rd PA Infantry, a three-months unit. He mustered out on July 29, 1861 and a week later mustered into "M" Company, 62nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry regiment. The 62nd PA initially spent time in Washington DC and then crossed the Potomac to Fort Corcoran, VA being assigned to the Army of the Potomac's 5th Corps, 1st Division, 2nd Brigade. What followed were combat operations in the battles at Yorktown, Hanover Court House, Mechanicsville, Gaines' Mill, Malvern Hill, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Rappahannock Station, the Mine Run Campaign, the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, North Anna River and Petersburg. Three years later in July 1864, this hard fighting Pennsylvania infantry regiment mustered out at Pittsburgh after losing a total of 258 officers and men. Martin survived the service and mustered out as a 1st Lieutenant on August 15, 1864.

Included with this grouping is Sgt. Martin's original, single-breasted, French Zouave-style imported uniform, a noteworthy example of the colorful infantry uniform purchased in quantity from France at the outbreak of the Civil War. The set consists of a short-skirted, dark blue woolen broadcloth tunic with yellow piping along the collar, outer seam and cuffs to which is fastened the original yellow and green cloth epaulets. The front closes with nine pewter buttons decorated with an eagle/shield/stars design specially manufactured for these America-bound uniforms. Eight of the original buttons remain on the front, with two smaller ones at each cuff and another smaller one holding a belt loop at the left side. Four large buttons, more piping and two small yellow wool "bugles" ornament the coat tails. The quilted white canvas interior is soiled but otherwise perfect with the name "R N Martin" inscribed in ink, along with some miscellaneous French manufacturer's markings. Trousers are medium-blue wool with voluminous legs, pleated around the waistband and gathered at the cuffs, which are closed by a simple tin button. There are two hip pockets in the outer seam and a watch pocket at the waist. A narrow belt adjusts the trousers at the back and the interior is unmarked except for the vestiges of a French manufacturer's inspector stamp.

Added to the set is a French Model 1860 infantry shako as imported with these uniforms. The stiff black leather headgear stands approximately six inches tall and has a large gold-washed ornamental plate featuring a spread-winged eagle, oak and laurel leaves and other devices stamped in relief. Above the plate is a round metal red/white/blue rosette. The chinstrap, which extends from the interior of the cap, is also in place. Included with this uniform is a pair of light brown leather leggings.

In 1861 the U.S. Government contracted with the Godillot firm in Paris for 10,000 sets of infantry clothing based on that of the French light rifleman. Delivery was made in December and the sets were first issued to the 62nd PA, the 83rd PA and the 18th Mass. infantry regiments.

Sgt. Martin fought with his distinguished unit from his enlistment in August 1861 to his discharge in August 1864. Featured among the soldier's ensemble of Civil War artifacts is an outstanding battle letter signed, "R N Martin" in two pages measuring 5" x 8" on patriotic stationery depicting Pennsylvania Brigadier George A. McCall. Martin's handwritten letter from the battlefield at Gettysburg starts with being "In line of Battle Near Gettysburg Pa", July 2, 1863 (not stated) and sent to "Auntie & Mollie". Sergeant Martin was likely writing from the Wheatfield prior to the day's first Confederate assault. The letter reads:

"This day finds me sitting against a stonewall momently (sis) expecting the fight to commence; the 11th 12th & 1st Corps fought yesterday holding their position, But lost Genl Reynolds Comd of the 1st Corps, Killed. We arrived here this morning marching over 100 miles in 6 days. We are very much fatigued We heard last night little Mac was in comd just as we started. The corps marched 9 miles after night cheering for little Mac all the way. Laid down half after 12 got up and started at 4 so you can imagine how we feel. The enemy occupys (sic)part of the town. Firing of artillery is now going on. Either this evening or tomorrow we will have to fight...there is too much excitement to write much now. If I am spared I will give you the particulars of our last marches. Troops are pouring in very fast. I think the most of our army is here now. I pray God will favor us with a victory".

The following year he was promoted to first lieutenant, surviving the war and living until 1912. One of the most remarkable Gettysburg letters we've ever seen.

In addition to the above items is Martin's multi-page diary 65 pages, unbound, sheet sizes range 5" x 7" to 8" x 12", variously written in pen and pencil, Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania locations, 1862-1863. Although the diary is war date, some of it is written after the fact. Martin joined Co. "A" 3rd Pennsylvania Volunteers on April 20, 1861, re-enlisting in Co. "M", 62nd Pennsylvania Infantry on August 9, 1861. During the period described in his diary, Martin's regiment belonged to the First Division of the Fifth Corps, Army of the Potomac. Robert Martin survived to muster out a first lieutenant on August 15, 1864. A keen observer and competent writer, Martin's diary is a compelling account of life as an infantry soldier.

Excerpts include: "(Camp Winfield Scott, Virginia, April 24, 1862)...in front of the Rebel fort we have a good view of one of our masked batteries mounting five 32 pounders...we had an excellent view of the Rebels & their works...(Sharpsburg, Maryland, September 17, 1862)...at daybreak we heard the artillery at their work while we were getting our coffee...the engagement soon became general...their round shot flew in our neighborhood but did no damage...(Chancellorsville, Virginia, May 1, 1863)...a little farther we see the balloons. At the same time heavy firing on our Right & countless shells explode...My company was thrown in the woods as flankers relieving L company...we reached a point 2 miles distant from our original line when a furious cannonading commenced accompanied with terrific volleys of musketry. The Rebs cheering loudly they are making a desperate attempt to break our lines...night set in the moon shone brilliant giving the Rebs the opportunity of continuing his attack. From where I stood I could see the flash of each piece of artillery that showered the grape & canister in to the Rebel Ranks...it sounds dreadful in daylight but how unnatural it seemed at night...".

All paper very good condition with just light toning. No foxing and some marginal creases with a few edge chips.

If one seeks a unique and identified grouping of Civil War items complete with an original uniform together with an outstanding personal battle letter from Gettysburg and other documents written by a Pennsylvania combat-veteran, look no more - you have found it here.

(M20077) ORIGINALLY $45,000.00
REDUCED TO $39,500.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO ROCK BOTTOM PRICE OF $36,950.00
PAYMENT MUST BE MADE BY CASH, CHECK OR MONEY ORDER

Here, in outstanding original condition, is a Rhode Island officer's tailor-made kepi that bears a partial identification inside. Constructed in the French 'chasseur pattern' style that was prevalent during the American Civil War, this private purchase kepi was manufactured by the prestigious military clothing firm of 'Bent and Bush' of Boston, Massachusetts. Similar to the regulation forage caps of that period, the kepi had a lower profile, exhibited a less pronounced slope at the crown, and displayed a straight flat visor or brim. Kepis were worn usually by officers who had some freedom of dress in their uniform choice.

The example here measures 4¼" high from base to top of crown and is approximately a size 6½" or 7". Exterior blue cloth is choice and shows just one small moth nip on the right side near the band. This specimen is of high quality, dark blue satinet wool material and features a magnificent quatrefoil of dark green silk braided piping glued to the crown's circular disc. A single bead of piping along the disc rim encircles the entire quatrefoil design. In addition, kepi features four vertical rows of piping which emanate from the crown's 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions and traverse down the cloth sides at an angle and terminate at a band of four horizontal rows that encircle the entire exterior of the kepi. There is a 1" long section of piping that is missing from the bottom row of piping at the back of the kepi in addition to some very slight scuffing visible to two areas of the side piping. Hand sewn to the front of the crown above the kepi's visor is a very fine, handsome, 2¼" oval hat insignia of cloth executed in gold and bullion. The insignia features the English script letters "R.I." within a laurel wreath, all done in gold and bullion thread. The original flat, thick leather, tarred visor is in excellent, strong condition and tightly sewn to the brim with no repairs evident. The reddish brown-colored Moroccan leather sweatband measures 1¾" high and rings the entire inner brim area of the cap. The thin leather is in very good condition with tight original stitching to the brim. Some slight edge curling visible on the band along with three vertical tears at the back of the kepi.

The partial ID is a handwritten inscription on the underside of the sweatband that reads "SPOONER" in ¼" high small block letters. Cursory research indicates that two officers from Rhode Island carried that name, Henry J. Sponger (4th RI Infantry) and William B. Spooner (1st RI Cavalry), both of who held Field and Staff positions during their time of service. Period regulations normally called for four rows of decorative piping or braid to be displayed on the kepi of a General Officer, but there are known Civil War identified kepi specimens, adorned with four rows of piping, worn by line and field grade officers.

Inside crown is lined with a dark brown polished cloth material that is torn near the center seam. The kepi's inner 4¾" diameter crown disc is made of thick pasteboard and painted black. Though its surface bears a number of scuffmarks and rubbings, the maker's name "Bent & Bush / Boston" is strongly stamped and visible on the disc's center with letters in script form. Kepi is complete with its thin, unbroken, tarred leather chinstrap that retains both its original, brass, three-piece, cuff-size buttons, one on each side of the cap. Buttons are perfect and are stamped "D. EVANS & CO. / EXTRA QUALITY".

This very fine, highly desirable Civil War officer's kepi in such great condition is a handsome specimen hard to find in the collecting field today. It certainly would prove an attractive acquisition to any Rhode Island military display or Civil War headgear collection.

(200-289) ORIGINALLY $7,500.00
REDUCED TO $6,000.00

Here is a Civil War officer's tailor-made kepi that is identified to 2nd Lieutenant Benjamin F. Brown of Company A, 8th Regiment, Rhode Island Militia. Brown was an aspiring member in Company "A", 8th Regiment, 3rd Brigade, Rhode Island Militia, when commissioned by Governor Smith in 1863 as a 2nd lieutenant. While the officers of the 8th RI were elected and appointed by the Governor, this regiment failed to complete its organization and never mustered into Federal service. Lt. Brown supplied himself with a uniform and equipment in anticipation of it mustering in but he subsequently never served in the union army as no record of him is found.

The kepi is in very good to excellent condition and might have never been used in service. Constructed in the French 'chasseur pattern' style that was prevalent during the American Civil War, kepi is of custom dark blue wool approximately a size 6 7/8". Similar to the regulation forage caps of that period, the kepi had a lower profile, exhibited a less pronounced slope at the crown, and displayed a straight flat visor or brim. Kepis were worn usually by officers who had some freedom of dress in their uniform choice. A single, black strand galoon braid or quatrefoil is centered on the crown and signifies the rank of a lieutenant. A cloth infantry bugle insignia of gold and dead bullion is sewn to the front. Original chinstrap is 3/8" high and attached to the kepi with a cuff size, eagle-shield button at each side. Outer wool body is pieced together in quadrants and black cord or piping joins the seams.

Flat visor or brim is stiff black leather on the exterior while the underside is covered with thin green leather. Sweatband is of tarred, thin black leather and measures 1½" high. Shows some mildew in spots. Outer wool body has a nice patina with four small moth holes along the piping. Kepi exhibits a ½ dozen tiny moth nips along the right and left corner edges of the piping seams. Chin strap and buttons are excellent. Exterior brim has a few minor nicks. The black silk interior lining is fragile with a number of small holes and tears but is still solid and intact. Top of the tarred leather interior crown has a few dents and dings. This fine, highly desirable Civil War officer's kepi in such great condition is a handsome specimen of a junior officer's headgear that is extremely hard to find in the collecting field today. It certainly would make an attractive focus to any Rhode Island military display or Civil War headgear collection.

(200-290) ORIGINALLY $3,750.00
REDUCED TO $3,000.00

This dazzling handsewn canvas valise was made for young George V. Bristol when he enlisted as a Lieutenant in the 31st Mass. Vol. Infantry. Bristol, whose profession was "merchant tailor," may well have created it for himself. It measures approximately 7" in diameter and 16" long. The body is lightweight tan canvas on which is sewn borders of medium brown worsted tape outlined in dark brown yarn embellishments. On each circular end is a large "US" in a shield and the name "G Bristol" is sewn in script on the top. Access is gained through a reinforced slit opening which is secured by three brown composite buttons. Two handles, also trimmed with dark brown tape, are affixed to the top. Pinned to the top is an old paper tag which has been reinforced with a thin sheet of heavier paper. On it is written in red ink:" Fancy saddle pack used by my/father George Bristol during the war/when a Vol. of the 31st Mass. Infty./B. J. Bristol." Records indicate that Bristol enlisted in the 31st as a 1st Lieutenant in February, 1862 but may not have ever received a commission. A personal item with unbelievable visual appeal. Ex-John Henry Kurtz collection.

(548-134) ORIGINALLY $3,950.00
REDUCED TO $3,000.00

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

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

Sg.t Henry Y. Ball was killed in action near Pine Knob, Ga. June 16, 1864. Ball enlisted in the 109th PV on December 20, 1861. He is listed as being detailed for a company of sharpshooters June 23, 1862, and was wounded at Gettysburg July 2, having participated with the regiment in heavy fighting at Chancellorsville. The regiment was heavily engaged at Pine Knob, Ga. on June 15, 1864 and Ball was killed while acting as a skirmisher in advance of the regiment. Although the regiment suffered four additional wounded, Ball was the only soldier in the regiment killed in action that day.

Included with the group is the following: Ball's exquisite silver corps / ID badge, 3 3/8" overall. Scroll-like pin bar at the top inscribed "Cedar Mtn" with T-bar pinback, pin itself missing, retaining base and clasp. The silver star is suspended from a chain and pierced in the center with 109, which is intricately scroll engraved. "Harry Y. Ball Co. F 109 P. V. V." engraved in block letters on the riband around the piercing. The five-pointed star displays linear engraving and is presumably representative of the 20th Corps. The longer arms of the star are engraved with the following battles, "Sulphur Springs, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Wauhatchie, Lookout Mt. " The entire badge is of heavy 1 mm thick silver.

Also, there is a four page ink script letter reading, in part: "June 17, 1864 In the field near Pine Nob, Mr. Ball, It is with great sorrow I have to announce to you the Death of your son Hanry Y. Ball. Poor fellow was killed about 8 oclock yesterday morning while a Skirmishing with the eneme he was shot thru the hart the ball entered the left brest killing him instantly.....he was two brave to live he advanced beyond our Skirmish lines so far that no one could get near him when he fell.....when I went to get him I had to walk on my hands and neas and drag him for 20 feet when 2 others of our company picked him up and run for our lives. I have buried him as best I could...I feel as tho I had lost the only friend in the world the hole company mourns his loss....I have no tent companion now....I have his account book letters and everything he had with him." The letter is filled with further touching sentiments and memories of Ball, absolutely remarkable. Ball had just been promoted to sergeant on June 1.

Measureing 8" X 12" and ½" thick is a wood plank with two reinforcing strips screwed on the back, actually appears to be a crate lid, obviously Ball's temporary grave marker. Deeply and skillfully carved in large block letters, "Killed in Action June 16th/1864/Sergt. Henry Ball/Comp. F. 109th PVV/Aged 21" deep dark weathered patina with just one small age crack and perfectly sound.

A truly incredible Civil War grouping which conveys the tragedy and heart breaking impact of the death of one young Federal infantryman. From the John Henry Kurtz collection.

(L13290) ORIGINALLY $18,000.00
REDUCED TO $14,500.00

Paige enlisted August 23rd, 1861 in Co. E of the 4th Vt. As a Corporal at the age of 23. His muster-in papers show he was a farmer born in Barnard, VT. He was promoted to Sergt. Aug. 18, 1862 and 1st Lt. Of Co. C Feb 7. 7 1865. He was discharged on tender of resignation on May 11, 1865. He is listed as having a "slight" gunshot wound to the head. June 5th 1864 at Cold Harbor Va. Paige lives until Oct. 31, 1917.

The 4th Vermont Infantry Organized at Brattleboro and mustered in September 21, 1861. Moved to Washington, D.C., September 21-23. Attached to Brook's Brigade, Smith's Division, Army of the Potomac, to March, 1862. 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division, 4th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, to May, 1862. 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division, 6th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, and Army of the Shenandoah, Middle Military Division, to July, 1865. Saw action in the Seven Days' Battles, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Bristoe Campaign, 1864 Overland Campaign incl. Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor; Petersburg, 1864 Valley Campaign incl. Opequan, Fisher's Hill, Cedar Creek; Seige of Petersburg, Fort Fisher, Appomattox Campaign, Fall of Petersburg, Appomattox Court House.

The leather haversack is in fine condition. The leather is very supple. Written on the underside of the interior tarred canvas flap is "Lt. H.P. Paige Co. C 4th Vermont INF." The main compartment has a brass lock cover and is lined in red Moroccan leather. The outer edge of the main flap was at one time bound with a small thin piece of leather nearly all of which is missing. Only half of the original strap remains and is detached from the haversack's body. The folding camp chair is identified in period ink on the bottom of it's canvas seat with his rank, name, company, and unit. The seat top is painted green. Great item for an officer's camp display.

Accompanied by Papers of Military and Pension Records from the National Archives.

(M18980) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00
REDUCED TO $2,350.00

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

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

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

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

Donovan fought with the 16th and the Army of the Potomac, from 1861 through 1864, and commanded the regiment in The Wheatfield on the second day at Gettysburg. The 16th Mass. is included in Fox's register of 300 fighting regiments.

Blade excellent with scrollwork and American eagle on the obverse and similar scrollwork and US on the reverse, all on a frosted background. The blade retains much of the original luster with just a few tiny nicks and some staining toward the tip. The regulation style hilt is perfect with traces of the original gilt visible in recessed areas. Unusual brown pebbled leather grip wrap with twisted brass wire also about perfect and unquestionably period.

Though unmarked this sword is probably a Schuyler, Hartley and Graham sword due to the fact that the grips are made of Gutta-Precha which is rare. According to John H. Tilllmann on page 21 of his book CIVIL WAR ARMY SWORDS, "The grips seem to be mostly found on Schuyler, Hartley & Graham swords". Blade excellent with scrollwork and American eagle on the obverse and similar scrollwork and US on the reverse, all on a frosted background. The blade retains much of the original luster with just a few tiny nicks and some staining toward the tip. The regulation style hilt is perfect with traces of the original gilt visible in recessed areas. Unusual brown pebbled leather grip wrap with twisted brass wire also about perfect and unquestionably period. The all brass scabbard is beautifully inscribed below the top mount, "Presented to/ Captain Matthew Donovan/of Co. D/ 16 Reg. Mass. Volunteers/by members of his command/ April 8th 1862". The top mount slid down for quite some time, partially covering the inscription. The mount is missing its brass retaining screw (easily replaced). We have it pictured in both positions. The two upper brass mounts bear relief decoration of scroll work and military trophies. The drag is engraved with spread wing eagle, shield and US (the S backwards) at the base on the obverse and extensive floral and scroll work on the reverse. The drag is probably not original to the sword as it is not of the same quality of the mounts. Brass carrying rings. The scabbard is overall excellent with just some minor dents near the bottom mount.

Donovan joined the regiment at its inception in July of 1861. Its baptism by fire came at White Oak Swamp on 18 June 1862 where Donovan was captured. On June 22 Maj. Gen. McClellan sent a personal letter to Gen. Robert E. Lee inquiring as to Donovan's whereabouts and by the next day he had been exchanged and rejoined the regiment. After being heavily engaged at 2d Bull Run, the regiment entered the Battle of Gettysburg on the second day as part of Sickle's 3rd Corps. In the fierce fighting that ensued in the area of the Peach Orchard and The Wheatfield the regimental colonel was wounded and Donovan assumed command. Carr's Brigade, including the 16th, was decimated in the fighting and after the battle Donovan led the 75 survivors of the regiment to Warrenton Junction. After Gettysburg the regiment fought at the Wilderness and Spotsylvania Court House where Donovan was wounded in the assault on the Bloody Angle.

An attractive sword, steeped in history, wielded by a gallant officer through some of the fiercest fighting of the war. Ex-John Henry Kurtz collection.

(E2051) ORIGINALLY $15,000.00
REDUCED TO $12,500.00

This is a Model 1860 Staff and Field sword sold by M.C Lilley & Co. in Columbus Ohio. According to the Directory of American Military Goods Dealers and Makers, M. C. Lilley moved into the military goods business around 1874. The name was changed to The M.C.Lilley Co. in 1882 so this sword was made sometime between 1874 and 1882.The blade is 30 inches long and 9/16 on an inch wide with a spear point. The obverse side has a military motif, a US and another motif with crossed cannons. The reverse is a US flag, eagle with a E. Pluribus Unum ribbon and crossed cannons. Signs of a gold wash are still present on the blade. The guard, pommel knuckle bow and quillon are all finely cast brass. The counter guard has a hinged side and both sides are decorated with an American eagle. The grip is made of cast metal that is made to look like it is sharkskin. The wire wrap is brass.

The scabbard is plated with decorative brass throat, rings and drag. The top mount has two small rings and the bottom mount has one ring. Engraved on the scabbard is Presented by Co I / Capt J H Yuckley / 2nd Ark Vol Inf. Yuckley resigned from the 2nd Ark in 1898.

(169-143) ORIGINALLY $995.00
REDUCED TO $850.00

Offered is a colorful lithograph honoring the men of Company I of the 11th Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry. It comes framed in a 25 inch by 20-inch period wooden frame with gold trim on the inside. In the center is a standing Lady Liberty. The left side of the posters theme is titled peace, and shows a peaceful scene of men and women relaxing along a stream. The right side is titled War, and shows a battle scene. All the names of the company are listed in the center. Colors are still bright with minor fading. Parts of the poster are missing around the outside edge and the corners. One small piece is missing on the face but it does not effect the print or names.

This was the first of three companies formed by the Young Men's Christian Association of providence, RI It was organized by J.H. Kendrick and mustered into U.S service on October 1, 1862, by Capt. W. Silvey, to serve nine months.

(200-278) $225.00
REDUCED TO $180.00

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

Serial #15886 matching, and inscribed on the backstrap to "Lieut. Geo. Young/143rd N. Y. V." Factory scroll engraving on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and grip straps, with iconic wolf's head of the faces of the hammer. All numbers match including wedge with "I. E." prefix on barrel, trigger guard and grip strap. Cylinder bears the correct patent markings but no number. The top of the barrel is unmarked with correct accentuated Colt markings on the frame. The gun is unquestionably totally correct and original in every respect. Factory ivory grips very fine with nice mellow age patina. Metal generally bright and smooth with just some scattered light pitting and a couple of minor marks on the cylinder. Mechanically fine, excellent bore.

George Young initially enlisted in the 28th New York on May 22, 1861 and was discharged on August 29. He subsequently enlisted as a 2d Lieut. in the 143rd New York on October 8, 1862, doubtless when he obtained this revolver. Young was wounded at Peach Tree Ridge, Ga. July 20, 1864 when a gunshot pierced and splintered his right leg, killing the horse on which he was mounted. He was subsequently discharged October 26, 1864 as a result of the wound. A complete set of records accompanies the gun. A rare Colt with a great history from the John Henry Kurtz collection.

(G2620) ORIGINALLY $9,500.00
REDUCED TO $8,000.00

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

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!"
1500 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Prints
100 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Artist Proofs
80 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Publisher Proofs
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

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"
1000 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Prints
75 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Artist Proofs
65 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Publisher Proofs
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

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"
1500 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Prints
100 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Artist Proofs
80 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Publisher Proofs
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"
1000 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Prints
100 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Artist Proofs
80 Signed, Serial Numbered Limited Edition Publisher Proofs
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
FURTHER REDUCED TO $500.00

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

Each meas. 1.5" dia. x 1.5" h. Heavy soldered seams & probably predate the bag by at least 20 years. Two larger cups 1.75"H & 2" H. Also w/bag is a small "sterno" type tin cup w/flammable material still inside; used to heat cups which were paced over incisions made by bleeder. Bag measures 11"x7"x6". Handle turns; has two old repairs. Brass hinged closure at top.

(M12066) Originally $450.00

Measures 4 3/4" x 7 7/8" on 9" x 11 1/2" mount. Light age yellowing, light scattered foxing. Minor chipping along right edge. Slight vertical creasing near upper left edge of mount with small tear measuring 1/4"; small 1/4" to mount along right edge.

The photo is by Ward, printed by Am. Photo-Relief Printing co., Phila. Part II, Vol II., Chap. IX. PLATE XLVIII. INVOLUCRA OF BONES OF THE FOREARM AND SEQUESTRUM FROM HUMERUS. Nos. 3686 and 3727. SURGICAL SECTION.

(434-581) ORIGINALLY $35.00
REDUCED TO $20.00

Measures 7 3/4" x 11 1/2". Light soiling to upper & lower edges.

This is a lithograph by J. Bien from photograph by Ward. Part II, Vol II, Plate VII,, Opp. page 727. VESICAL CALCULI FORMED UPON PROJECTILES. Fig. 1. Med. Dir. Dougherty's Case (Spec. 5520), Fig.2 Surg. J.F. Randolph's Case (Spec. 88), Fig. 3 Dr. G.M.McGills Case (Spec. 4394), Fig. 4 Prof. F.T. Miles's Case (Spec. 5019), Fig. 5 Dr. Cabot's Case, Fig. 6 Prof. H.McGuire's Case (Spec. 6203), Fig. 7 Dr. W.H. Forwood's Case (Spec. 5931).

(434-582) ORIGINALLY $35.00
REDUCED TO $20.00

Measures 8 7/8" x 11 1/2". Light scattered soiling; area of light staining at lower right edge.

This is a chromolithograph by T. Sinclair & Son; Ed. Stauch pinxt. Part II Vol II. Op. page 736. PLATE XXII. 1, OSTEOMYELITIS OF HUMEROUS. 2, LIGATION OF POPLITEAL.

(434-574) ORIGINALLY $35.00
REDUCED TO $20.00

This scale is truly one of the rarest Civil War items you will ever see. This is the only one we have ever offered.

It is a platform type scale designed to give body weight of soldiers at locations such as hospitals and recruiting stations and then be easily packed for moving to the next location. A platform scale has a system of levers, below the platform, which transfer the load to the weighing resistance, no matter where the load is placed on the platform.

The chief advantage of the HOWE scale rests in the placing of chilled iron balls between the platform and the bearings, which contribute to the accuracy of the scale. The principal effect of these balls is to relieve the knife-edges, upon the preservation of which depends the wear of the scale and its continued accuracy. No other scale uses this feature, which is covered by patents. This scale ranges from one pound to 50 pounds on the scale and has two additional weights that allow it to measure up to 350 pounds.

The scale when folded for transporting measures 34 inches in length by 18 inches wide and 9 ½ inches high. It is made of 7/8-inch thick wood and covered on the top and bottom with a thin layer of steel. On one side is a cast iron hinge with raised lettering that says HOWE'S ARMY SCALE. Each end has a folding steel handle. When folded open the bottom becomes your platform and the top is your scale. The 16-inch by 24-inch platform is made of steel with a 10 1/2-inch by 18 1/2-inch wooden center. On the top in raised letters is STRONG & ROSS PATENT / JAN 15, 1856 and on the other end is JOHN HOWE JR / BRANDON VT. N09.

The invention of the Howe scale dates from the year 1855, when F. M. STRONG and Thomas ROSS, two young men of energy and mechanical genius, began studying the problem of how to make a perfect weighing device. Their success was ample and in 1856 their first patent was secured. In the fall of the same year they put up their first scale in Vernon, N. Y. About the same time they finished and exhibited specimens of their hay scales and other smaller styles at the fair of the American Institute, in New York, where they attracted favorable attention. In the spring of 1857 John Howe, jr., then of Brandon, Vt. became impressed with the value of the invention, purchased the patent of the inventors and began their manufacture at Brandon.

Inside the scale attached to the wood are instructions on how to pack and unpack the scale. The instructions themselves are very hard to read but the part that reads: HOWE'S ARMY SCALES / Patented May 20 and October 24, 1862 / Directions for unpacking and packing is still very clear.

The scale does not function due to one piece of iron that is broken and a steel rod that needs straightened but it can easily be repaired. Truly a unique item that you will probably never see another.

(M18479) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00
NOW HALF PRICE - $1,750.00

Insert for the white canvas haversack with two bone-buttoned flap with strap, measuring 9.5" x 10.5". Insert measures 9 1/2" wide at widest point, and 9" long. Inspector's marking somewhat faint but still legible: "STATE OF MASS / INSPECTED / ACCEPTED". Light to moderate soiling and staining, otherwise in excellent condition.

(M16846) ORIGINALLY $550.00
REDUCED TO $395.00

Made of black leather, measuring 18" in height, 11.5 from heel to toe, and 4" in width. Characteristic naval pattern stitching at ankle, w/characteristic two piece top w/ double stitched rear seam & boot pulls. Although the leather exhibits moderate wear and light cracking [but no flaking], the leather in general is pliable and in very good shape. Bottom heels and soles of leather w/ the soles of both missing numerous hobnails, especially along the sides. Else VG & quite impressive. Great display boots.

(M15508) ORIGINALLY $2,250.00
REDUCED TO $1,750.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $1,595.00

Ca. 1860s. Measuring 14" in length and 5" in width ; square toed wooden soles averaging 1.5" thickness and 2.25" at the heels. .375" "O" interior marking on both inner soles. Used in foundry work of the time. Their size and their wooden soles suggest that they were designed to serve a protective function; their flap and buckle are suggestive of British origin and of the British flap-and-buckle brogans purchased by the Confederate government during the Civil War. Leather stiff and somewhat wrinkled near the toe; stitching tight and very similar to brogan stitching of that era; all rivets present, missing two nails. Else VG. A scarce and intriguing display piece.

(M18579) ORIGINALLY $695.00
REDUCED TO $450.00

A unique and interesting item, made of brass & tin. The front boot pattern measures 9 1/2" at its widest point and 18 3/4" in length. It is imprinted with "PATD APRIL 28 1868 / PATD / JAN 27 1863 / ASHLAND, OH. / L. JEFF SPRENGLE". The back boot pattern measures 8 1/2" at its widest and 15" in length. Each form has measurments imprinted on the center tin portion.

(M18549) ORIGINALLY $750.00
REDUCED TO $395.00

These look like leather heels w/straps. These would fit over the heels of regular shoes & would be held in place by leather straps w/buckles. On the bottom of each are 5 metal studs to help grip the ice. This pair is in good condition w/some dryness & surface flaking to straps, otherwise fine.

(400-12) ORIGINALLY $950.00
REDUCED TO $495.00
FURTHER REDUCED TO $295.00
ADDITIONALLY REDUCED TO $225.00

This is an excellent pair of well made Civil War gold dress epaulettes that appears to be part of the dress uniform for a U.S. Infantry Major. The flat topside of the strap is set with a large, solid brass, crescent-shaped device edged with a thin, double-jacquard border of spun gold bullion. A similar roll of decorative gold bullion rope is attached to the outer edge of the epaulette. Centered in the crescent of each of the epaulettes is a large, circular cloth and silver bullion dome that exhibits a raised, blue velvet field with the letters "S.L.G." woven in dead bullion on the dome surface. Both of the domes were covered with a dark blue wool cloth that has been removed or eaten away on the one dome. Domes measure 1 3/4" diameter and ¾" high. The flat portion of the strap bears a gold leaf or rank devices indicative of a Major of infantry. Suspended from each strap's edge roll is a wonderful, tassel fringe of spun bright bullion in excellent condition, each tassel ¼" in diameter and 3" long. Underside of each epaulette strap reveals a crimson velvet cloth covering used to cover part of the shoulder attachment device. Protruding through the cloth opposite the tassel end is a long, brass attachment clasp that fits into a corresponding shoulder attachment device on the officer's uniform coat. Each epaulette is stamped with either "LEFT" or "RIGHT". Both have areas of the crimson cloth missing and exposing the padding.

The original, two-piece tin epaulette box has a hinged lid and fitted base, measures 9¾" long x 6 3/4" wide and 4 1/4" deep. Constructed in an oval form, the box has been japanned. Box, tight and very strong. It exhibits numerous scratches to the exterior and has lost some areas of the original finish. It has an inner oval storage box. The top has been painted and scratched into the top is W. M. Howe and what appear to be Major Capt and three initials that have been scratched over. It also has Prov. RI / Lient Col 4 th Balt Infantry / D.R.I.M.

(200-292) ORIGINALLY $650.00
REDUCED TO $520.00