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REPRODUCTION SCRIMSHAW WITH ENGRAVING OF A FLYING FISH AND WOMAN OF BARBADOES

REPRODUCTION SCRIMSHAW WITH ENGRAVING OF A FLYING FISH AND WOMAN OF BARBADOES

This piece of scrimshaw was made from a whale's tooth. It measures approximately 5.5" long by 2" wide at the base. One side features an engraving of a flying fish. Other side shows a woman and the… (172-5195). Learn More »

$120.00
Originally $150.00

FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

This map was part of the wartime collection of John Towers, Colonel of the 8th Georgia Infantry and comes to us in a good condition given its age and use.  This high-quality map is a Lloyd’s… (846-561). Learn More »

POST-WAR ALS—BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

POST-WAR ALS—BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

Dated Washington City / March 11, 1867. On Butler’s personal “B” letterhead. Addressed to “Hon. W.D. Northend /Salem, Mass.”. One page in ink, with Butler’s personal “B” letterhead,… (490-6560). Learn More »

1923 COLOR DRAWING OF THE GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD FROM THE TOWER IN ZEIGLER’S GROVE

1923 COLOR DRAWING OF THE GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD FROM THE TOWER IN ZEIGLER’S GROVE

Framed the item meas. approx. 15.50 x 14.00 inches. This hand-drawn image shows the Codori farm in the right middle distance with the Emmitsburg Road running along the right edge. The view is looking… (945-05). Learn More »

$200.00
Originally $250.00

1862 ALS PROFESSOR HENRY B. SMITH, UNION THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY IN NEW YORK

1862 ALS PROFESSOR HENRY B. SMITH, UNION THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY IN NEW YORK

1 page letter in ink on blue paper; measures 4 15/16” x 7 7/8”. Dated “Union Theol. Semy. / New York / June 14, 1862”. Fine condition, all text legible. Fold lines; one minor ink smear approx.… (337-304). Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $100.00

1863 ALS PUBLISHER CHARLES O. PERRINE TO CONNECTICUT ADJ. GEN. JOSEPH D. WILLIAMS

1863 ALS PUBLISHER CHARLES O. PERRINE TO CONNECTICUT ADJ. GEN. JOSEPH D. WILLIAMS

1 page letter in ink, measures 8” x 9 ¾”.  Dated Indianapolis, Indiana, May 25, 1863. The Library of Congress records several maps published by Perrine during the Civil War, including… (337-305). Learn More »

$115.00
Originally $150.00

1859 WEST POINT ANNUAL EXAMINATION REPORT FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

1859 WEST POINT ANNUAL EXAMINATION REPORT FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

One page pre-printed for filled out in ink. One blue paper measuring 7 ¾” x 9 ¾”. Dated “ENGINEER DEPARTMENT, / Washington, June 29, 1859. Document is basically a report card of sorts “At… (337-302). Learn More »

$185.00
Originally $250.00

1857 WEST POINT “EXTRACT FROM THE CLASS CONDUCT REPORTS…” FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

1857 WEST POINT “EXTRACT FROM THE CLASS CONDUCT REPORTS…” FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

One page pre-printed for filled out in ink. One blue paper measuring 7 ¾” x 9 ¾”. Dated “ENGINEER DEPARTMENT, / Washington, October 17, 1857. Document is basically a report card of sorts… (337-301). Learn More »

$185.00
Originally $250.00

FRAMED CURRIER AND IVES PRINT “THE LITTLE VOLUNTEER”

FRAMED CURRIER AND IVES PRINT “THE LITTLE VOLUNTEER”

This original, Civil War era image depicts a young boy with curly locks of hair, wearing a child’s Union uniform, with kepi, knapsack and sword. He’s carrying a child’s size percussion musket… (933-52). Learn More »

$156.00
Originally $195.00

FRAMED C. J. PUGLIESE CHRISTMAS CARD

FRAMED C. J. PUGLIESE CHRISTMAS CARD

This original card by well -known military artist C.J. Pugliese features an image of a Confederate infantryman playing the banjo. He is wearing a kepi and red scarf. Image is clear with good contrast.… (933-09). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00
SOLD

RARE SKETCH OF THE ROGERS HOUSE ON THE EMMITSBURG ROAD GETTYSBURG BY 9TH MASS BATTERY VETERAN & ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND

RARE SKETCH OF THE ROGERS HOUSE ON THE EMMITSBURG ROAD GETTYSBURG BY 9TH MASS BATTERY VETERAN & ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND

This full page black and white sketch meas. approx. 7.75 x 4.50 inches. This sketch is looking south down the Emmitsburg Road and shows a reddish brown house with a large bank barn between the house… (955-58). Learn More »

$1,500.00
Originally $2,000.00

1863 DATED FULL PAGE SKETCH OF A SCENE ALONG THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD BY 9TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND

1863 DATED FULL PAGE SKETCH OF A SCENE ALONG THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD BY 9TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND

Page meas. approx. 9.75 x 6.50 inches and contains a sketch of an unknown ford on a creek near the Loudon & Alexandria railroad. The view is probably drawn from the tracks looking off to one side.… (955-33). Learn More »

$225.00
Originally $300.00

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R.”, FEBRUARY, 1863

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R.”, FEBRUARY, 1863

Here is an original sketch completed by Richard Holland, who created outstanding sketchbooks of locations and battle scenes that he experienced while a soldier in the 9th Massachusetts Artillery. This… (955-23). Learn More »

$225.00
Originally $300.00

“GEN. LEWIS ARMISTEAD” JULY 3, 1863 BY RON TUNISON

“GEN. LEWIS ARMISTEAD” JULY 3, 1863 BY RON TUNISON

A limited edition cold cast bronze sculpture titled "Gen. Lewis Armistead" by Ron Tunison, ca. 1994. The piece depicts General Lewis Armistead as he led his troop of Virginians, hat on sword, as they… (871-34). Learn More »

$636.00
Originally $795.00

“PANZERGRENADIER 1944” SCULPTURE BY TERRY JONES

“PANZERGRENADIER 1944” SCULPTURE BY TERRY JONES

A limited edition cold cast bronze sculpture by Terry Jones. The most elite of the specialized troops to form the Blitzkrieg of the German Army. This Grenadier portrays the 24th Panzergrenadiers that… (871-14). Learn More »

$475.00
Originally $595.00

“NORMANDY 1944” SCULPTURE BY TERRY JONES

“NORMANDY 1944” SCULPTURE BY TERRY JONES

A limited edition cold cast bronze sculpture by Terry Jones from 1997. The 82nd were originally the All American Division from WWI. They jumped in every American Airborne campaign from Sicily to… (871-13). Learn More »

$556.00
Originally $695.00

1847 CONGRESSIONAL RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS TO GEN. ZACHARY TAYLOR AND HIS OFFICERS AND MEN FOR MONTERREY, PERSONALLY DISPATCHED BY PRESIDENT POLK

1847 CONGRESSIONAL RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS TO GEN. ZACHARY TAYLOR AND HIS OFFICERS AND MEN FOR MONTERREY, PERSONALLY DISPATCHED BY PRESIDENT POLK

Zachary Taylor received the formal thanks of Congress three times, along with gold medals, for victories in the Mexican War, the largest number of such resolutions and awards made by Congress to… (766-938). Learn More »

$6,000.00
Originally $8,000.00

HANDWRITTEN COPY OF NEW YORK TIMES ARTICLE - DEATH OF 1ST LT. HENRY B. HIDDEN, 1ST NEW YORK CAVALRY

HANDWRITTEN COPY OF NEW YORK TIMES ARTICLE - DEATH OF 1ST LT. HENRY B. HIDDEN, 1ST NEW YORK CAVALRY

Henry B. Hidden was 24 years old when he enlisted on 8/5/61 at New York City as a 1st Lt. On that date he was commissioned into Co. H, 1st New York Cavalry. He was killed on 3/9/62 at Sangsten's… (526-77). Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $100.00

THE ROCKY HILLS OF GETTYSBURG - SHEET MUSIC

THE ROCKY HILLS OF GETTYSBURG - SHEET MUSIC

Words by Prof. T.C. Porter, Music by J.B. Kevinski. Dedicated to the officers and Soldiers of the Army of the Potomac. Published by Lee & Walker, Phila., 1864.  For Piano & Voice. 6 pp..,… (910-17). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $195.00

ANTEBELLUM ALS BY VMI PROFFESOR AND CS LT. COL. JAMES WOODS MASSIE – 51ST VIRGINIA INFANTRY; SERVED WITH STONEWALL JACKSON EARLY IN THE CIVIL WAR

ANTEBELLUM ALS BY VMI PROFFESOR AND CS LT. COL. JAMES WOODS MASSIE – 51ST VIRGINIA INFANTRY; SERVED WITH STONEWALL JACKSON EARLY IN THE CIVIL WAR

Two page letter (one sheet, front & back) on blue paper, written in ink. Dated Lexington (VA), April 4, 1853. Written by Massie to fellow VMI graduate Gen. Douglas B. Layne.  Overall very good… (846-556). Learn More »


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1863 WATERVLIET ARSENAL MARKED GUNNER’S LEVEL

This gunner’s level is clearly marked across the top on one side with an eagle over “U.S. / WATERVLIET / ARSENAL/ 1863.” This was an essential artillery tool enabling an artillery crew to correctly sight a piece even if not on level ground.… (1202-1331). Learn More »

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