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This silver pin is a 19th Army Corps badge in the shape of a "fan-leaved cross with an octagonal center". Strange in that it has Company and Regimental information engraved, but no soldier’s… (1268-146). Learn More »
A good Civil War period saddle valise that would dress up an officer’s saddle. Brownish black leather, cylindrical in form with a flat bottom with a leather wrapped cord handle sewn at each end for… (1268-604). Learn More »
This is a Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings (musketoon, rifled carbine, and all patented breech-loading carbines). The sling was to be worn over the left… (632-82). Learn More »
This is an officer’s sword belt rig in very good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is folded and stitched. Nice tooled line along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures… (2025-180). Learn More »
$695.00
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Offered here is a hand carved identification piece. Made of a sliver of animal bone, this measures 1.25” x 1.5” with “stepped” edges. There is a hole drilled at top to suspend from a pin of… (1268-124). Learn More »
This is British used by an "Armed Association" or militia. One of the better-known Armed Associations was formed in 1798 in Bute for local defense. The local Sheriff submitted to a meeting of the… (2025-1117). Learn More »
This pattern of 1862 Civil War belt replaced the pre-war brass hook and standing loop type seaman’s belt; the notable change exhibited by this belt was the Goodyear patented friction buckle. The… (1268-539). Learn More »
$975.00
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This is an officer’s sword belt rig in good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched. Nice tool-line along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures approximately 32”… (2025-1414). Learn More »
This is a leather shoulder sling designed for use with Civil War muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop sewn to one end and a brass hook on the other, which is mounted under a sewn down flap. The… (362-1267). Learn More »
$395.00
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This plate comes with its original collection envelope with notations on its provenance by Syd Kerksis, noted early collector and author. Pickett’s Mill was fought on May 27, 1864, in the Atlanta… (2025-785). Learn More »
This regulation belt plate for the infantry cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author and comes with his annotated envelope… (2025-787). Learn More »
This is one of the more unusual veteran’s badges we have seen, both in design of the badge, and in the veteran’s name “Major R. S. Smith” who served in the 12th Maine Infantry as a private in… (2025-858). Learn More »
$275.00
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This Civil War belt plate is in excellent condition, with pleasing mellow patina, good definition to the lettering, border and edge, and nice, full, lead solder back, with even surface and uniform… (2025-602). Learn More »
$1,295.00
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This is the M1839 oval U.S. belt plate made for the narrow 1.5-inch U.S infantry waist belts of the Mexican War period, but carried over into the early Civil War by many state volunteers. Like the… (2025-601). Learn More »
This is an old, but non-regulation belt in good condition. Belt is well worn and has tooled edges. The brass adjuster hook has iron rivets. Belt measures approximately 31” long as it is currently… (1268-1026). Learn More »
Civil War-era officer’s sword belt buckle. Cast brass eagle buckle with narrow (0.45”) hook on back. Raised detail on face. The buckle is still nicely curved and shows light wear on raised… (2025-918). Learn More »
The model 1858 canteen was the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. Canteen measures approximately 7 ¾” in diameter. This is the smooth-sided style, and has a dent in the middle of the… (2025-922). Learn More »
$450.00
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This maker-marked cartridge box plate was found at Myer’s Hill, the scene of fighting on May 14 at Spotsylvania as Grant tried to strike the right of the Confederate line, but poor roads delayed his… (2025-786). Learn More »
This H-shaped, stamped belt plate was adopted by the U.S. Army in 1886 and used on what is sometimes called the “loose-loop” belt, which has woven cartridge loops and ends that are secured to the… (2025-908). Learn More »
$150.00
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Very fine condition leather fuse pouch. The leather of the outer flap is in wonderful condition with very nice brown tone. The latch tab is stitched to the underside of the flap. This tab is… (2025-907). Learn More »
Unique in our experience, these impressive silver spurs are cast and chased in the form of a fighting rooster or gamecock. Intricately worked feathers spread back on the sidebars from the neck of each… (1287-08). Learn More »
$9,500.00
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Offered here is a very fine “cheese box” style wooden canteen. The body is painted black, with three black leather straps nailed to the rim to hold a shoulder strap. This canteen is without its… (2025-905). Learn More »
$495.00
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This piece of Civil War veteran memorabilia is in excellent condition and comes to us as part of a Monroe County-specific collection of GAR and associated items. A button pin with a celluloid coating… (2023-715). Learn More »
Rob Roy Converse served in Company I of the 40th Pennsylvania from September of 1861 through April of 1865, when he transferred to the 190th Pennsylvania to muster out on June 28th, 1865. This pin… (2023-460). Learn More »
Very nice condition leather fuse pouch. The leather of the outer flap is in good condition with tooled edge and slight upward curl at the corners. The latch tab is stitched to the underside of the… (2025-176). Learn More »
Civil War-era officer’s sword belt buckle. Cast brass eagle buckle with 1.25” wide hook on back. Very nice, raised detail on face. The buckle is still nicely curved and only shows very little… (1268-1043). Learn More »
The Twenty-Second Army Corps, Department of Washington unofficially adopted this beautiful and quinquefoliate shaped badge with the center portion having raised 'crossed cannons' over cannon balls,… (2025-1156). Learn More »
This is constructed in the standard fashion, with a wood body fastened at the overlapping seam by brass tacks arranged in circular patterns around the vent hole. The maple shell measures 17” in… (1268-165). Learn More »
Shield shaped brass badge that meas. approx. 1.25 x 1.25 inches with a “T” bar pin on back. The catch and bar are in good shape though there is a slight bend in the pin. The face of the badge has… (2025-970). Learn More »
This insignia was issued for use on the 1858 dress hat of enlisted men. It differs from the earlier examples in several ways. This trumpet is larger, has a double instead of a single twist, a tightly… (2025-957). Learn More »
This is an untouched Civil War German Silver double-twist bugle with mouthpiece in place, in very good condition, standing 10-3/4” tall with a 4-1/8” diameter bell fitted with a matching floating… (1273-06). Learn More »
This is a very good example of a very scarce plate. See O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 588 for a parallel example and commentary. This retains a very good edge and detail to the raised design on the… (2025-779). Learn More »
These cartridge box belt plates were patterned after the US 1826 round eagle breast plates and, like them, are made of stamped rolled brass that is given a lead solder fill to stiffen it and anchor a… (2025-769). Learn More »
$3,000.00
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This corresponds to O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 547, dating 1863-65, and in very good condition, with the arrowhead belt studs and fastening hook in place on the back, with its full lead-solder… (490-7275). Learn More »
This is a match for O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 549 in very good condition. This has good definition to the letters and raised rims on the edge, traces of thin, faded gilt some recesses, but… (490-7273). Learn More »
This is a beautiful 14K gold Sheridan badge in excellent condition. The ornate top bar is unmarked, has a pinback with open loop flat ‘C’ catch and still has the original cavalry yellow silk… (2025-756). Learn More »
Civil War bridle or headstall rosette: stamped brass, circular, with wide rim and domed top bearing a raised, entwined “USA.” The reverse is fitted with a brass staple to mount it on the leather… (2025-103). Learn More »
$150.00
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This is a minty, unissued regulation Union infantryman’s waistbelt with its original 1839 pattern stamped brass and solder-filled oval US plate with arrowback prongs and belt hook in place on one… (490-7290). Learn More »
This is a match for O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 516, one of two plates (along with #514) they attribute to early-war state contracts for volunteers that fall between the large and small size US… (490-7286). Learn More »
This cartridge box measures about 5-1/2” wide, 3-1/2” tall, and about 1-1/2” front to back, making it likely a box for pistol cartridges. It is made of brown leather with the outer flap having… (490-7194). Learn More »
Offered here is a silver identification badge with t-bar pin on back. Badge is in the shape of a 22nd Corps pentagon cross and engraved with “Tom. / Lynch / 2 D.C.V. / Co. E.” Badge is complete… (1268-147). Learn More »
See O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 931 for these plates. They are modeled on the M1872 introduced with the Hagner belt system, which used additional brass belt fittings with loops to work with a… (1287-04). Learn More »
This plate bears a superficial similarity to the wartime rectangular Virginia sword belt plates using the Virginia seal in the raised oval with motto like Mullinax (1991) 393 or the panel plates with… (1287-02). Learn More »
This is very similar to O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 296, which they date 1855 to 1860 and attribute to an “1850’s trend toward the mass production of inexpensive plates to satisfy the demands… (362-1208). Learn More »
This regulation US cartridge box plate was recovered on the battlefield of Pine Mountain, also known as Pine Knob, fought June 14-15 as part of the Atlanta Campaign. Johnston had withdrawn to the… (2025-194). Learn More »
$475.00
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A very good condition Ohio officer’s belt plate dating about 1875-1890. See O’Donnell and Campbell, Plates 845 and 846, the latter of which seems a closer match in using a wider border. These… (1287-03). Learn More »
Tin drum canteens had been introduced in the US army in the 1830s, were widely used in the militia, and were a simple, natural configuration for early war volunteers with a variety of forms showing up… (2024-1880). Learn More »
$750.00
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Offered here is a gold identification badge with strong t-bar pin on back. Badge is round with large “B” in relief in the center (for Company “B”) and engraved with “J.B. MINTURN / 127th… (1268-127). Learn More »
Offered here is a silver identification badge with t-bar pin on back. Badge is in shield shaped and engraved with “E.M. Ruggles / Co. C, 89th Regt. / N.Y.V.” Badge is complete and very fine in… (1268-122). Learn More »
Offered here is a silver badge with t-bar pin on back. Badge is in the form of a four-bastioned fort, and is engraved “1st Brig. / 2d Div. / 10 Army / Corps.” Badge is complete and very fine in… (1268-138). Learn More »
If you want "The Look" in a Confederate belt plate that was born on its original leather here you have it. The CS belt plate itself is the oval "egg shaped" stamped brass type. It has on the back… (1268-505). Learn More »
The crossed-cannon insignia for artillerymen was introduced in the US army in 1834 and shows up in a number of variations including changes in made in the Army in 1851 and 1858 along with a wide… (1262-09). Learn More »
This is a match for O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 549 in very good condition, with nice bright patina with only minor, thin age stains and a couple of tiny edge dings, over the S and the Y, more… (490-7274). Learn More »
This is a match for O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 550 in very good condition, with good edge, nice bright patina, showing some original gilt and some minor age stains, and a full lead solder fill… (490-7276). Learn More »
This is an excellent example of O’Donnell and Campbell Plate #700 in American Military Belt Plates. It shows a very detailed state seal on a finely stippled ground, indicating a secondary die strike… (490-7287). Learn More »
$1,295.00
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The palmer brace system (harness or suspender-like straps) was used to attach the haversack, clothing bag and canteen to the soldier's back believing the brace would help with weight distribution. It… (179-1219). Learn More »
The palmer brace system (harness or suspender-like straps) was used to attach the haversack, clothing bag and canteen to the soldier's back believing the brace would help with weight distribution. It… (179-1218). Learn More »
This is an original Civil War oval “SNY” waistbelt plate issued by the state of New York to its early war volunteer regiments that was recovered at Fredericksburg. The overall pattern was adopted… (1262-06). Learn More »
$895.00
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Modelled on the US 1826 pattern round eagle breastplates, these are shown as Plate 471 in O’Donnell and Campbell. They are described in the state’s 1859 regulations and bear the coat of arms later… (1287-06). Learn More »
A very attractive example of a scarce plate. O’Donnell and Campbell illustrate this pattern as #472 in their American Military Belt Plates, and Mullinax (1991) notes at least two different die… (1287-07). Learn More »
A very condition pair of Civil War Infantry Commissary Sergeant’s chevrons made of light blue lace stripes on a dark blue wool backing. The condition is excellent, with no moth damage and tight… (490-7271). Learn More »
Offered here is a Confederate soldier’s accoutrement set consisting of a leather cap pouch, a cartridge box on a rarely offered "gunner’s" style waist belt that has been together for decades. The… (2025-296). Learn More »
A very good condition and good looking set of Smith Patent shoulder straps for a Captain on staff duty. There were at least a couple of patents during the Civil War for some form of metallic border in… (490-7268). Learn More »
An excellent condition set of Smith Patent shoulder straps for a Brigadier General. James Smith’s patent used stamped and gilded brass metallic frames to imitate the bullion embroidered borders of… (490-7265). Learn More »
This non-excavated Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. Face shows no… (2025-281). Learn More »
$550.00
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Military goods dealer James S. Smith of New York patented this form of shoulder strap on June 18, 1861. They used a gilt brass frame stamped to imitate dead and bright bullion embroidered borders and… (490-7263). Learn More »
This is a great set of Medical Staff epaulets for the dress uniform of an army Surgeon. On the regimental level there was only one Surgeon, who would rank as a Major, though he would be aided by an… (490-7310). Learn More »
$1,295.00
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This woven canvas belt measures 3” wide with the length being adjustable to some extent by use of brass wires at each end. The belt was made to hold forty-five .30 caliber rounds in loops that are… (1120-06). Learn More »
$125.00
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The NY Depot was a branch of the U.S. Quartermaster’s Office of Clothing and Equipage that contracted with various dealers and makers for hundreds of thousands of canteens during the Civil War. They… (1268-223). Learn More »
This leather pouch is a homespun Southern copy of the typical “Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box of the time with soldier’s name carved on flap. The large outer flap has the slightly… (1268-023). Learn More »
$5,000.00
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These chevrons measure about 8 inches wide and 4 inches tall and use a red ground with three narrow, sewn, medium blue stripes and a diamond/lozenge, indicating a First Sergeant, the senior… (490-7153). Learn More »
This is a very good example of the US Model 1858 canteen as supplied by makers to the NY Depot, a branch of the U.S. Quartermaster’s Office of Clothing and Equipage. A distinguishing feature of… (1268-220). Learn More »
$450.00
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This is a very nice Civil War artilleryman’s waist belt and buckle with a frog for the 1832 short artillery sword that shows actual use. The cast brass eagle buckle has a three-piece applied German… (1286-611). Learn More »
The double bag knapsack was among the most important items of a soldier’s kit. It served as a veritable home away from home that was intended to carry bedding and any necessary personal… (2025-209). Learn More »
$175.00
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This is one of the truly historical treasures still in private hands. These solid silver spurs were especially made for, and inscribed to, Major General Frank Cheatham after his promotion for his… (1268-054). Learn More »
$35,000.00
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This is an officer’s sword belt rig in good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched. Nice double-line stitching along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures… (1268-274). Learn More »
This unissued, buff leather, Model-1851 sword belt comes complete with sword hangers and all matching brass hardware. This “artillery” belt was never intended to have the shoulder strap. The belt… (1268-609). Learn More »
Military goods dealer James S. Smith of New York patented this form of shoulder strap on June 18, 1861. They used a gilt brass frame stamped to imitate dead and bright bullion embroidered borders and… (142-110). Learn More »
Smith patent shoulder straps used a gilt stamped brass border imitating the dead and bright bullion of embroidered shoulder straps, and were more robust, easier to maintain and less expensive, making… (142-111). Learn More »
An unmarked, very good example of the rotary valve cornet, made in brass, and measuring 18” overall. These were introduced about 1830 and replaced keyed bugles in military bands in the 1850s. This… (1268-172). Learn More »
A very nice condition concertina in is original hexagonal wood case. This is attractively identified in black ink on one face: “John / Martin / 47th / Mass.” with a bar of music following his… (1268-178). Learn More »
This is not only a real, identified Civil War fife—in contrast to the vast sea of postwar and even wartime fifes out there with bogus inscriptions and stampings- but also a great piece of Civil War… (1268-166). Learn More »
A very scarce German silver helicon cornet with three rotary valves, nicely marked on the lower portion of the bell, just above the garland in stamped in block letters “FIRTH POND & Co / NEW… (1268-171). Learn More »
The belt plate is a Viriginia two-piece interlocking plate of very good quality. Belt loops for tongue and wreath are plain, slightly beveled. The wreath is a laurel wreath with berries, secured with… (1283-03). Learn More »
This non-excavated Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. Face shows only… (1268-219). Learn More »
$475.00
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This elegant silvered fife, 15-1/4” long, bears a great presentation and was carried by a company musician with Civil War service in two New York regiments, one of them a zouave regiment, and… (1268-167). Learn More »
This buff leather, Model-1851 sword belt comes complete with sword hangers (one detached but present), all brass hardware, and a very fine Virginia State Seal belt plate. No shoulder strap… (1268-357). Learn More »
This buff leather, Model-1851 sword belt comes complete with sword hangers, shoulder attachment (Sam Brown strap), and all matching brass hardware. The belt shows some evidence of use with a "rubbed"… (1268-756). Learn More »
$1,100.00
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This grouping comes with a 1995 letter indicating they were among items purchased at a moving sale held in Alexandria, VA, in 1993 by a member of the Cochrane family, a sale that included items… (10-2042). Learn More »
$1,250.00
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Presented here is a rare, early brass rectangular belt plate worn by Maryland volunteers during the Civil War. Prior to the war, many of the state’s volunteer militia units contracted with the… (2025-240). Learn More »
$4,250.00
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This historic group includes the Virginia Confederate officer’s sword belt plate removed from the body of Colonel James Gregory Hodges, 14th Virginia, Armistead’s brigade, killed at the stone wall… (846-563). Learn More »
A very nice condition pair of Civil War period Brigadier General’s shoulder straps showing signs of actually having been worn on a uniform. These measure 1-1/2” wide by 3-7/8” long and are… (2025-278). Learn More »
“Lieutenant-Colonel Flanigan lost his leg in this battle. His conduct here, as everywhere in battle, was gallant and daring.” So wrote Colonel Henry Morrow of the 24th Michigan in his official… (1255-01). Learn More »
This is a large group of material relating to Charles T. Pierce and the 5th NY Cavalry, including Pierce’s wartime 1864 field diary in which he chronicled not only the opening of Grant’s Overland… (2024-1791). Learn More »
$5,500.00
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This is a non-commissioned officer’s sword belt in good condition. Belt is constructed of heavy buff leather that has given to a deep brown color throughout. As it is currently configured, the belt… (2025-197). Learn More »
The branch of service color and metal in the regular army for infantry remained silver and white until the early 1850s when they moved into various shades of light blue and buttons became universally… (142-81). Learn More »
$150.00
Originally $180.00
Badge has two pieces. Silver top bar is rectangular but with a scalloped bottom. Face has a finely done wavy lined border with fern decorations in the corners. Reverse retains the original “T”… (142-98). Learn More »
$450.00
Originally $575.00
This Federal cartridge box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was recovered from a very significant location at Spotsylvania, Virginia in April 1954. Plate is in very fine excavated… (2025-182). Learn More »
$475.00
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Crossed cannons made of gold bullion thread with gold sequin accents and an enhanced border of bright bullion on a black felt oval. Overall dimensions of the item are 3.00 x 2.00 inches. Reverse has a… (33-382). Learn More »
$410.00
Originally $550.00
Small crossed cannons made of stamped brass done in the false embroidered style meas. approx. 1.50 inches wide x 1.00 inches tall affixed to a black felt oval with a dead bullion border. Overall… (33-381). Learn More »
$410.00
Originally $550.00
Straps have the usual convex stamped brass false embroidered single border. The surfaces of each have a nice patina. The blue wool rank field has faded to a purple color. One strap has a fair amount… (33-347). Learn More »
$480.00
Originally $650.00
Straps have the usual Smith patent false embroidered stamped brass border. The yellow wool of the rank field still has strong color but both show light wear. One shows some small moth nips while the… (33-343). Learn More »
$550.00
Originally $750.00
This Federal edged weapon is an Ames Model 1832 U.S. Foot Artilleryman’s short sword in wonderful original condition. Handsome and ruggedly made, this blade specimen is a product of the Ames… (490-919). Learn More »
$2,500.00
Originally $2,950.00
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Brass spur has much of the original gilt showing, with scattered areas of darkening or spotting. Shows remains of iron rowel. Brass has one small crack, but spur is still very sturdy. Measures 5… (1030-340). Learn More »
$40.00
Originally $50.00
Presented here is an excavated “Volunteer Militia of Maine” oval waist belt plate that was issued to the State’s volunteer infantrymen early in the Civil War. Maine formally organized its… (1000-1541). Learn More »
$1,480.00
Originally $1,850.00
We are used to stories of underage soldiers lying about their age or getting a guardian’s permission to enlist out of patriotism and adventure. There were also a number of recruits at the other end… (172-6080). Learn More »
$1,750.00
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Brass body covered in leather measures 10 ¼ inches when closed. When extended the five brass sections measure approx. 35 ¼” inches. Leather covering shows light wear all over, top section has… (172-4965). Learn More »
$180.00
Originally $225.00
This pattern 1910 garrison belt is made of light green web material and closes via a two piece tongue and wreath buckle made of brass. The body of the belt is in excellent condition. It is both strong… (172-5472). Learn More »
$650.00
Originally $795.00
About 1880 New York adopted a version the US M1872 belt plate substituting “NY” for “US” for garrison and dress wear. These are sometimes referred to as the Hagner pattern, having been first… (1216-195). Learn More »
The belt plate and buckle pictured here is from mid Civil War, 1862-1864. The eagle plate is an 1851 pattern prevalent in late war enlistees. The design was introduced in 1851 with… (172-3107). Learn More »
$400.00
Originally $495.00
A light weight, die stamped rolled brass belt plate with raised border and script letters “SNY” in the center. See O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 868 for this plate. There are several variations,… (1216-217). Learn More »
O’Donnell and Campbell date this plate ca. 1890-1905 and show it as Plate 870 in company with some similar plates used by other states about the same time. This is a die-struck rolled brass… (1216-202). Learn More »
$150.00
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A scarce Georgia state seal cartridge box plate with a pleasing patina found November 25, 1975, in Spotsylvania County. These followed the US 1839 pattern that was both ornamental and served to keep… (1262-03). Learn More »
$4,750.00
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A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle/War of 1861” pattern identification disk worn by a soldier who saw action in the siege of Port Hudson from May 27 to July 9, 1863, Gen. Nathaniel… (172-6078). Learn More »
The badge is brass, made in the shield shape popular for identification pins during war and is pierced at the top for suspension. The face had the outline of a billowing banner or pennant engraved at… (172-6082). Learn More »
A very good example of a ca. 1895-1910 ornate belt plate with inner raised border and a “5” flanked by “VC” on a stippled ground. The plate is O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 876 and… (1216-194). Learn More »
This is an exciting piece of specifically identified Civil War history. This ID disk is in wonderful condition and reads “CHARLES BADGER CO. G 9TH MD. V. ENLISTED JUNE 30TH 1863 BALTIMORE”. … (490-7167). Learn More »
This exceedingly rare ID disc belonged to Jas. H. Smythe of Co. H, 2nd (Maryland) E.S. Volunteers - a 9-month regiment. He enlisted on February 19, 1862 in Baltimore, Maryland at age 42. Before the… (490-7168). Learn More »
This is a nice pair of Civil War bridle or headstall rosettes. These are stamped brass, circular, domed with two steps and given a raised, entwined “USA” on the top. The reverse of each is fitted… (172-6092). Learn More »
Rosettes are stamped brass with an intertwined “USA” on the face and a brass bar on the reverse for attaching to the headstall. Both bear a museum accession number on the reverse. Also, one of the… (400-236). Learn More »
$250.00
Originally $350.00
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Dog tags were not an item of issue in the Civil War and soldiers wishing to carry some ready form of identification were thrown upon their own resources, with various commercial suppliers offering a… (172-6076). Learn More »
This piece closely matches examples of Confederate canteens from each theater of the Civil War. Simple in material and construction, the body of this tin canteen is comprised of two slightly concaved… (2024-2106). Learn More »
“After the battle was won, and the victory was ours, and we were returning to a position in the front line, a hostile shell hit him and burst causing almost instant death. Among all the bodies… (2025-41). Learn More »
$4,250.00
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Pair of red wool epaulettes with “eagle A” buttons. Epaulette outer-surfaces feature beautiful, woven red wool with a ribbed border, and thick rows of hanging tassels. A single eagle “A”… (1179-1652). Learn More »
An identified US naval officer’s grouping with an old family note and coming from Charles Stuart Norton (1836-1911,) an officer who put in 43 years of service from his graduation from Annapolis in… (766-2056). Learn More »
This regulation, smooth-sided canteen came from the York Springs G.A.R. post, is pretty clearly an early battlefield pick-up, and may well have a Gettysburg origin. It is untagged, however, with the… (2023-2674). Learn More »
Featuring the original gilding on the stamped brass, this is as close to new condition as an item of this age can possibly be. The reverse of the plate features lead filling that has yet to fully… (1121-16). Learn More »
According to famous authors and researchers ‘O’Donnell’ and ‘Campbell’, this style of plate is dated to 1861 and differs slightly from Mexican War era general issue plates in several… (490-7144). Learn More »
This belt plate was manufactured by Emerson Gaylord shortly before the Civil War when some of Baltimore’s uniformed militia companies made a purchase of sword belts carrying these plates. Emerson… (1259-07). Learn More »
Dug condition stamped brass oval “rope border” belt plate. Unlike their US counterparts, these were not lead filled. These are not commonly found and can most often be traced back to the… (1202-260). Learn More »
$3,100.00
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This is an excellent pair of Civil War infantry chevrons. These are made of light blue worsted wool stripes sewn to a dark blue wool background patch, which in turn would be sewn to the sleeve of the… (490-7164). Learn More »
Union infantry companies fielded eight corporals. Along with the sergeants they might be charged with supervising squads or fatigue details, but in battle were posted in the front rank of the line of… (490-7163). Learn More »
Very nice condition leather fuse pouch. The leather of the outer flap is in very good condition. There is some crazing on the top “hinge” area of the flap. There is a deep “US” stamp on the… (864-14). Learn More »
These clipped-corner rectangular breast plates with two cannon barrel like tubes were intended to hold a drummer’s drumsticks while mounted to a drummer’s sling. When not in use, the sticks… (490-7162). Learn More »
This pattern of sling to carry the carry the cavalry carbine was in use from before the Civil War up through the Indian Wars until the introduction of the narrower 1885 pattern. This is an assembled… (1256-28). Learn More »
This regulation belt plate for the cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author. It comes with his annotated envelope indicating he… (766-2044). Learn More »
$395.00
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This regulation belt plate for the cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author. It comes with his annotated envelope indicating he… (766-2048). Learn More »
This handsome instrument is in exquisite condition and is professionally inscribed in cursive with the words, “Presented to / J. F. Keck, / By the Members of the / 9th N.Y.S.M / in the Field. /… (2024-1443). Learn More »
The 1832 short sword had been specified for infantry sergeants and musicians as well as enlisted men of foot artillery. With the distribution of the 1840 sword patterns the sergeants and musicians… (2024-1766). Learn More »
This identified grouping displays very strongly. It includes the soldier’s framed, multi-color veteran’s memorial with G.A.R. themes, filled out with his service details and presented to his wife… (766-2049). Learn More »
This web cartridge belt is made of khaki webbing with narrow dark stripes running along the top and bottom and has 40 loops for .30-40 caliber Krag cartridges. The belt is solid, but shows some… (2024-512). Learn More »
This is a nice example of the blue web US army cartridge belt of the 1890s used for the .45-70 arms that were still the main arm of the volunteer troops in the Spanish American War and Philippine… (2024-511). Learn More »
Wood framed pack covered with waterproofed canvas. Often seen during the Civil War on early examples, this knapsack features a unique oil finish that differs in texture from tarred examples of the… (490-7135). Learn More »
This would make a nice addition to a camp, sutler, Sanitary Commission or even a hospital display. Constructed of thin, about ½” thick, unpainted, wide pine boards that are simply nailed together,… (1202-166). Learn More »
This 18.25” sword knot is constructed of black bridle leather and remains in excellent condition. The leather is dry but remains supple and only shows very light cracking on the outer finish.… (2023-3173). Learn More »
This Philadelphia canteen is strongly stamped “R.H. Gratz and Co.” on the spout and retains its original jean cloth cover with a beautiful light-dark weave. Seams are hand stitched and very… (2024-1902). Learn More »
This cartridge box sling measures 68” overall and is made with separate billets sewn to each end for the buckles of a cartridge box. The belt itself is 59” long and 2” wide, with the billets 5… (2024-1341). Learn More »
This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a very clear “US”. Face has an even brown… (1256-102). Learn More »
Six-pointed star carved from a flat piece of white metal, likely pewter. In fine, “dug” condition with light oxidation on points and edges. Measures approximately 1.25” across points. Unknown… (490-6757). Learn More »
This identified Confederate cap box comes from collection of Civil War relics and family mementos retained by the Knox family of Fredericksburg, VA., and is one of several items labelled by the family… (1246-07). Learn More »
The cover of this maker-marked regulation US Civil War canteen shows some holes, rubs and stains from issue and use in the field, but preserves most of its attractive light blue cover, its entire… (1256-09). Learn More »
These belt plates were robust enough to have a long service life even after their official replacement by the 1851 pattern rectangular, eagle belt plate. In Civil War photographs they occasionally… (1256-26). Learn More »
Once in the esteemed collection of John Henry Kurtz, this M1857 US army “bullseye” or corrugated canteen is pictured and discussed on page 135 (as Canteen 149) in O’Donnell’s U.S. Army &… (1202-217). Learn More »
Gilt, stamped, rolled brass hat plate with the Virginia state seal with the goddess Virtue dressed as an Amazon at center standing over the slain tyrant with the motto “Sic Semper Tyrannis” above… (490-6755). Learn More »
$975.00
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This non-excavated Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. Face shows only… (1256-47). Learn More »
Officer's waist belt of thin leather folded and stitched. Complete with Old English "NY" buckle, sword hangers with spring clips. The belt is about 1.75" wide and solidly stitched. Leather remains… (172-6042). Learn More »
Original Civil War Model 1858 corrugated-pattern tin canteen, often called the “bullseye” pattern. The body consists of two circular sections of pressed-tin soldered together at the rim. The… (490-6983). Learn More »
Measuring 15-1/2 by 17 inches, this rope-tension side drum is fitted with red, white and blue rims, has the overlap secured by more than fifty star-shaped brass tacks in two vertical lines with… (766-2003). Learn More »
This would go well with a Civil War drum or collection of Civil War music related pieces and could be mounted on a period drum sling. This plate is shown in the 1851 regulations and was used… (1256-201). Learn More »
See O’Donnell and Campbell, Plate 592, for a discussion of these plates. The Philadelphia Fire Zouaves were recruited among the city’s fire companies, men renowned for their bravery in entering… (490-6764). Learn More »
This H-shaped, stamped belt plate was adopted by the U.S. Army in 1886 and used on what is sometimes called the “loose-loop” belt, which has woven cartridge loops. This clean blue belt and brass… (1216-219). Learn More »
$295.00
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This is a high-grade bullion embroidered insignia showing a flaming bomb, shell and flame, or flaming grenade superimposed on a pair of crossed cannons. In the US army the Ordnance Department in the… (160-613). Learn More »
This is the hat or cap insignia made regulation in 1839 both for generals and for officers of the general staff using an Old English “U.S.” in silver surrounded by a laurel wreath in gold. This… (160-616). Learn More »
These smaller white canvas haversacks fastening with two bone buttons usually show up marked with an ink stamp as “inspected and accepted” by Massachusetts. This one was most likely so marked as… (2024-1382). Learn More »
This is a very nice early, American-made, set of infantry or militia accoutrements. Set consists of a cartridge box on a waist belt with a sheet brass buckle and a bayonet with scabbard and belt frog… (401-45). Learn More »
$950.00
Originally $1,750.00
Crossed cannons as the branch of service device for artillery came into use in the US army with the regulations of 1833/34. This strikes us as a very early example, with the barrels stubbier and… (160-618). Learn More »
This is a good example of an embroidered bullion “flaming bomb,” “shell and flame” or “exploding grenade” insignia that shows some roughness to the edges indicating it was actually on a… (160-615). Learn More »
This is nice example of an artillery officer’s hat or cap insignia that saw actual use. This was made from bullion coils to form the barrels of the crossed cannon barrels with muzzle rings and… (160-617). Learn More »
This a small, very pretty York County powder horn in about excellent condition, with nicely turned spout matching the rich brown color of the upper portion of the horn that smoothly transitions into… (490-6906). Learn More »
This is a York County style powder horn made with a screw tip that is now missing, but with the upper portion of the spout clearly showing remnants of the threads that secured it. The form is… (490-6905). Learn More »
Stamped brass false embroidered laurel wreath meant for wear on a hat, often worn by members of the GAR. The face of the item has a light patina on the surface. Reverse has all four attachment wires… (1256-148G). Learn More »
This is an early, classically York County style powder horn with two incised lines running around the top edge of the lathe-turned, convex base plug mirroring the two parallel incised lines along the… (490-6904). Learn More »
Boards are slip on and show a good bit of use wear. They are complete other than the number “42” that was stitched in them before being removed. This was not an uncommon practice. … (1235-452). Learn More »
Slip on cyphers are in excellent condition. The numbers are chain stitched on. The wools shows a little nap wear. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS… (1235-454). Learn More »
Frog is complete. It is unmarked and has wear to its blackened finish throughout. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE… (1235-484). Learn More »
Leather belt is in overall good condition, with some light crazing. Edges have some slight cracks. Belt has a heavy cotton interior with the leather wrapped around, with a hand-sewn horizontal seam on… (2024-1630). Learn More »
Canteen is the wood covered aluminum and is marked on the back side. It has a bakelight cap and web carry strap. They both show a good bit of wear; the cup is missing. It looks like the soldier’s… (1235-339). Learn More »
A nice set of personalized Indian War cavalry spurs. These spurs were clearly used together. Both have had the pointed steel/iron rowel replaced with a brass disk with smooth edge, likely so as not to… (2024-614). Learn More »
This non-excavated Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. Face remains… (490-6978). Learn More »
$350.00
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Original Civil War Model 1858 corrugated-pattern tin canteen, often called the “Bullseye” pattern. The body consists of two circular sections of pressed-tin soldered together at the rim. The… (1254-137). Learn More »
Case looks to be solid and complete. Measures 10 ¾” x 3” x 3”. The flap is marked “ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL.” It shows some age wear. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (160-122). Learn More »
Made of black bridle leather this Civil War period sling meas. approx. 50.75 inches long x 2.50 inches wide. The length measurement is with the sling unbuckled and lying flat and measuring from the… (1119-05). Learn More »
These sturdy, cast brass rectangular belt plate with side loop and integral tongue were introduced in 1872 along with the Palmer brace system. That system required additional brass loops placed on the… (2024-713). Learn More »
This is a nice matched pair of brass spurs. Likely dating from 1870s or 1880s. Spurs exhibit a fine brass tone and have long, pointy “Western” style rowels in place. Spurs are unmarked. Thin… (2024-615). Learn More »
The Mary Thompson house at Gettysburg, used by Lee as his headquarters at Gettysburg, was recognized by its owner in the 1890s as a valuable battlefield relic, perhaps a particular attraction for… (224-750). Learn More »
This is an interesting variation on the tin drum canteens that became very popular in the 1850s following the adoption of round drum-shaped tin canteen with convex sides by the US Army in 1836, though… (490-6762). Learn More »
Pair of star cap devices which are unissued and still attached together. Excellent condition. [gr] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR… (160-140). Learn More »
This sword belt plate, a very good example of an early pick-up, is mounted on a great old card typical of early relic displays labeled in brown ink, “Officers Belt Plate / battlefield of Harpers… (1202-196). Learn More »
Excellent condition; rank of Sergeant. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM.… (160-135). Learn More »
Ribbon itself is fraying and has some staining on it. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (160-506). Learn More »
Medal is missing ribbon but both rings are still present. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (160-522). Learn More »
Medal is missing ribbon but both rings are still attached. [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH… (160-507). Learn More »
Tabs are unissued and are still held together by a string. The insignia consists of two flying gulls within a wreath on a saddle-brown cloth background outlined in twisted silver cord. The gulls and… (160-60). Learn More »
$165.00
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The German army originally adopted a slightly modified version of the NSDAP’s national eagle with instructions to have it applied to all steel helmets, visor caps, and tunics by May 1, 1934. The… (160-59). Learn More »
This group consists of four pieces belonging to an early-war Lieutenant in the 56th New York Volunteers who re-enlisted later to serve as an enlisted man in the 1st New York Engineers. The group… (2024-354). Learn More »
For details on this and similar patterns see O’Donnell, Canteens, Chapter 2 in particular. This is a simply made canteen using tinned sheet iron and was popular in prewar militia units, imitating… (2024-693). Learn More »
This is a good example of a regulation US Civil War canteen, complete with full cover, strap and stopper that later saw use likely by a state unit circa 1875. The use of a short chain rather than… (2022-955). Learn More »
Bell maker-mark “CONN /US.” Standards issue: 17” in length w/mouthpiece, double loop, 4.375” bell, w/grommets, & .5” leather strap in fine condition. Olive drab paint moderately… (380-78). Learn More »
The model 1858 canteen was the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. Canteen measures approximately 7 ¾” in diameter. It is covered in nice light brown wool. The cover is nearly complete… (1235-33). Learn More »
These bits are rare and most that do exist are in excavated condition. This is not only a very strong, non-dug example, but has leather and buckles that seem original to it and not taken from a… (1179-712). Learn More »
Maker-mark (on bell): Eagle motif / Aman / Official Bugle / Made in U.S.A. / Star. Standard issue dimensions: 17” in length w/ mouthpiece, 4.375” bell, w/two gromet attachment, plus original strap… (380-75). Learn More »
Made of brown bridle leather and measuring 9” long x 3.5” wide. Semi-scalloped profile with belt loop. Stitched down both sides. “Pocket” is double stitched and rivetted. Cut-out for… (1179-558). Learn More »
This excavated Pattern 1839 US cartridge box shoulder sling plate (Eagle breast plate) has a smooth brown patina. The brass face features an eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch. The plate’s… (490-6828). Learn More »
This excavated Pattern 1839 US cartridge box plate has a smooth brown patina on the face. The oval brass face features a raised “US”. The plate’s reverse has 99% of the lead fill. The two iron… (490-6829). Learn More »
A Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings (musketoon, rifled carbine, and all of the patented breech-loading carbines). The sling was to be worn over the left… (2024-183). Learn More »
This excavated Pattern 1839 US cartridge box plate has a smooth brown patina on the face. The oval brass face features a raised “US”. The plate’s reverse has 99% of the lead fill. The two iron… (490-6831). Learn More »
Bell markings: “U.S. / J.T.L. /Jerome / Thibouville—Lamy & Co./ Manufacturers / 68 r. Beauville/ Paris / HQ. Of brass. Standard 1892 double loop, measuring 17” in length w/ mouthpiece. … (380-80). Learn More »
This Federal edged weapon is an Ames Model 1832 U.S. Foot Artilleryman’s short sword in excellent original condition. Handsome and ruggedly made, this blade specimen is a product of the Ames… (490-6822). Learn More »
Formerly in the Texas Civil War Museum, this is a very good example of a postwar militia belt plate using the star motif. This was suitable for use by a militia unit of any state who might select… (1179-1594). Learn More »
This is a very good condition set of nicely detailed eaglehead spurs with 80 or 90 percent of their gilt finish on the exterior, cast and chased with the outstretched wings making up the entirety of… (490-6821). Learn More »
Gosport Shipyard was the original name of the facility in Portsmouth, Virginia, that was founded in 1767, passed into the hands of Virginia in the Revolution, was leased from that state by the U.S.… (490-6824). Learn More »
Strap is made of dark blue cloth with a double row of dead bullion for a border. The rank field is of black velvet while the rank of captain is made of bars of heavy gold bullion thread. The underside… (460-1468). Learn More »
An excellent condition US artillery headstall and curb bit. The headstall is complete with flexible leather showing good finish, black oxidizing toward brown, with some crackling from bending, but… (1179-263A). Learn More »
This pattern of belt plate was first adopted in 1826 with hooks on the reverse for the bayonet shoulder belt and made of stamped rolled brass for artillery and white metal for infantry. This was… (490-5799). Learn More »
This is the standard Union infantry enlisted man’s belt plate of the Civil War. Adopted in 1839, these plates are stamped, rolled brass with a lead solder filled back that anchors the fastening… (490-5808). Learn More »
An elegant powder horn. From the size, a priming horn (approx 8" in length). Pleasing cream colored body shading to a greenish brown at the spout. The base is convex, lathe turned to produce incised… (480-354). Learn More »
This lot consists of item identified to Lieutenant Spencer Smith of Company A, 8th Iowa Infantry. Smith was born in Ogle County, Illinois on January 14, 1839 and relocated to Iowa with his family in… (460-1466). Learn More »
$995.00
Originally $1,100.00
Sometimes confused with the Veteran Reserve Corps, or the earlier First Army Corps in the Army of the Potomac, Hancock’s Veteran Corps (sometimes referred to as Hancock’s First Veteran Corps) was… (1179-640). Learn More »
Use of this badge is complicated by confusion between the 8th Corps, which technically was under Lew Wallace and guarded the B&O Railroad in 1864 and George Crook’s “Army of West Virginia,”… (1179-637). Learn More »
These green and yellow epaulets were part of the 10,000 unforms ordered in Summer 1861 by the US government from the French firm of Godillot to alleviate uniform shortages and test the usefulness of… (149-44). Learn More »
This silver plaque was awarded to the USMC Drum and Bugle Corps, at Dallas, “In recognition of their outstanding contribution to the national heritage in the field of military music and pageantry”… (2022-752). Learn More »
$325.00
Originally $395.00
The leather is in nice, smooth condition with a pleasing dark brown tone. The latch tab is stitched to the underside of the flap. This tab remains unbroken but well worn. The outer flap is only… (490-6254). Learn More »
This is the epitome of a Confederate belt buckle. This “tongue and wreath” sword belt buckle was recovered long ago by John Duggan. In near perfect excavated condition; perhaps just slightly… (490-6335). Learn More »
$2,500.00
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This silver badge is crescent shaped and meas. approx. 1.00 inch long. It is engraved around the edges with a linear decoration and engraved on its face is “SKIDS.” Reverse has the remains of a… (2024-29). Learn More »
This is a link strap of the type used by cavalry forces during the Civil War and on into the Indian Wars. These link straps were used to enable a dismounted rider to lead his horse. The trooper simply… (1179-436). Learn More »
This is a very good condition set of Smith patent shoulder straps for a second lieutenant of cavalry, showing strong color to the yellow ground and good gilt left on the brass frame border, stamped to… (2023-3252). Learn More »
This wonderful grouping includes two wartime identification badges, a rotary valve cornet dating about 1864, along with his GAR membership badge and veteran’s id badge. To top it off, in addition to… (1179-420). Learn More »
This badge has a foliate bordered pinback top bar with a light blue ribbon- perhaps a bluish-gray originally- with the “DALLAS / 1902” stamped in gold near the top, from which is suspended a gilt… (1179-700I). Learn More »
This is a leather shoulder sling designed for use with Civil War muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop at one end and a brass wire hook on the other, which is mounted under a sewn down flap. The… (1179-553). Learn More »
The model 1858 canteen was the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. Canteen measures approximately 7 ¾” in diameter. It is covered in very nice brown wool. The cover is complete and in… (1179-620). Learn More »
Leather is in very nice unused condition. All straps and buckles are present. Scabbard is marked in four lines “US” over “FULTON” over “MFG. CO.” over “1943.” Leather surface shows… (1216-28). Learn More »
Small black leather holster made for a small model pistol like a Colt pocket or Bacon revolver. Leather is very thin but in good supple condition. Outer flap has a 5.00 inch long strap sewn to the… (1179-533). Learn More »
OD green canvas five-pocket magazine pouch in excellent condition. All five pockets have working lift-a-dot fasteners and each pocket contains a 20-round magazine for the Thompson. Reverse has a long… (1216-150). Learn More »
This is a great example of the classic Civil War Confederate wood drum canteen. These used simple lathe-turned front and back faces with staves curved to fit round them and grooved to hold them in… (1179-622). Learn More »
$2,450.00
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OD green canvas case in excellent condition. Outer flap as two lift-a-dot closures. Once open, the underside of the flap has a strong “U.S.M.C.” in black ink. The body of the case has three large… (1216-141). Learn More »
These plates followed the lines of the U.S. Model 1851 sword belt plate to be worn by officers and by enlisted men armed with swords. The difference between the two was mostly in the lower quality of… (1156-29). Learn More »
This regulation belt plate for the cartridge box sling came from the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author, and still has his annotated envelope indicating he… (490-5858). Learn More »
This is the slightly smaller sized round eagle plate for the cartridge box sling that is known among collectors as “Burnside” plates from their association with 9th Corps and 1864 battle sites.… (490-5806). Learn More »
This Pattern 1826 eagle breast plate is meant for use on the baldric of the Model 1840 NCO sword. The face of the plate is in very nice condition showing only minor wear from age and use. The right… (490-5759). Learn More »
The face of the plate has a strong “US” stamping with a spotty dark patina that shows some gilt beneath. Reverse has 80% of the lead fill with the single arrowhead attachment and tongue. Location… (490-5757). Learn More »
$295.00
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This plate comes with its original collection envelope with notations on its provenance by Syd Kerksis, noted early collector and author. Pickett’s Mill was fought on May 27, 1864, in the Atlanta… (490-5779). Learn More »
This regulation US cartridge box plate was recovered on the battlefield of “Tunnel Hill, Ga,” by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military… (490-5771). Learn More »
The body consists of two circular sections of pressed-tin, formed in an oblate spheroid pattern and soldered together at the rim. Fluid capacity of the canteen was three pints and its liquid contents… (490-5866). Learn More »
Brown leather sling with a functioning loop at one end that is fastened by a brass stud and a double pronged hook at the other. Sling meas. approx. 1.08 inches wide x 66.00 inches long and has two… (172-5943). Learn More »
A fine example of the Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings (musketoon, rifled carbine, and all of the patented breech-loading carbines). The sling was to be… (2023-2605). Learn More »
Regulation belt made of blackened buff leather. This pattern belt and japanned iron friction buckle seems to have appeared in 1862. It is specifically detailed as a regulation issue item by the… (1000-576). Learn More »
$1,800.00
Originally $2,250.00
White buff leather belt that is slightly stiff with heavy surface dirt from age and storage. One of the sections has a 1.50 inch piece of leather missing on one edge. One end of the belt passes… (344-920). Learn More »
$875.00
Originally $1,250.00
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Brown buff leather belt in good condition. Leather is a little dry causing the inside seam in one small section to split but the rest is solid. Belt plate and keeper have matching benchmark numbers of… (344-915). Learn More »
$1,575.00
Originally $2,250.00
Stamped brass infantry horn insignia. Brass retains much of the original gilt. Reverse of each features two soldered attachment loops, with two of the insignia missing one loop. Measures 3 ¼”… (344-2992). Learn More »
$38.50 Each
Originally $55.00
Pair of bullion epaulettes with japanned tin carrying case. Epaulette upper-surfaces feature a bullion brigadier’s star & eagle button. Gilt ribbed strap with brass outer shell, with hanging… (344-776). Learn More »
Rectangular sheet metal plate with a small square shaped hole passing through it almost at the center point. With the plate is the bar and tongue which broke off the reverse. Item is dug but location… (2023-2105). Learn More »
Nice gently used copy of “PLATES AND BUCKLES OF THE AMERICAN MILITARY 1795-1874” by Sydney C. Kerksis. This is a 3rd edition copy printed in 1987 by Stone Mountain Press of Stone Mountain,… (34-156). Learn More »
Item is a single, delicate brass spur with oval yokes and a horizontal rowel. The spur is solid but the rowel has rusted and is missing half of its surface. [ad]… (2023-1436). Learn More »
Unissued buff leather frog for a saber bayonet. Approx. 9" long x 3.75" wide. About 2 inches of the stitching on the left side has separated. This piece is in great condition and was never issued. … (490-5340). Learn More »
Small leather box to hold friction primers were carried on the belt (past terminology designated this type box as a Navy fuse box). The box is relatively square in shape to accommodate the shape of… (490-5342). Learn More »
Hexagonal six-pointed star, w/reverse bar-pin, 1.125” in diameter. Of white metal, lightly scratched. Else VG. Composed of various units, the Union Corps was assigned to the Middle District of the… (1054-1493). Learn More »
$155.00
Originally $225.00
These were worn on soldier’s hats and caps to designate their specific Company or Regiment. Stamped brass, large size are approximately 1” tall; small size approximately 0.75” tall. They… (2023-). Learn More »
This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Bethesda Church by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1661). Learn More »
This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Fussell’s Mill by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1660). Learn More »
The canteen body is free of dents on the obverse with a small central dent in the reverse. The body is covered in a brow wool cloth that has been stenciled on the front with the Company letter “F”… (2023-312). Learn More »
Belt is made of one piece of leather with the leather from each edge folded toward the middle. Belt meas. approx. 40.25 inches long x 1.75 wide. The interior of the belt has a good straight seam… (1052-236). Learn More »
Both rosettes are in matching nice condition. They meas. approx. 1.50 inches and both have well defined spread-winged eagles. Both pieces have wire soldered to the reverse. [ad]… (2022-2445). Learn More »
This is a beautiful gold, engraved and identified regimental badge of the 20th Connecticut, which fought in the Army of the Potomac and Army of the Cumberland, seeing action at Chancellorsville,… (622-434). Learn More »
Model 1839 cartridge box plate with central “US”. Plate has a great face with a mottled patina. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill. Both wire loops remain strong. This plate was recovered near… (1184-108). Learn More »
This US shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face remains somewhat dirt covered with a… (1184-96). Learn More »
This US shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face has a beautiful dark brown patina.… (1184-94). Learn More »
Recovered in the greater Richmond, VA area. Brass 6th corps badge has a darkened patina. Reverse shows where attachment pin had been soldered on but is no longer present. There are also two small… (883-57). Learn More »
$395.00
Originally $425.00
Standard regulation M1851 NCO sword belt plate measuring 50mm by 83mm with a three-piece applied wreath and integral tongue. The left side of the wreath has broken off but the rest remains firmly… (1184-129). Learn More »
$350.00
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Standard US P1839 cartridge box plate shows a dark patina with some minor dings in the US with none of the original gilt remaining on the face. Two loops remain intact on the reverse of the plate,… (1184-112). Learn More »
The knapsack offered was the product of S. Isaac and Campbell of London. Here, in part, is what William Albaugh had to say about this company in his book Confederate Edged Weapons.".... Isaac,… (1164-54). Learn More »
This is a variation of the classic "Richmond" style Confederate cavalry spur and is in good condition. The iron rowel is missing. The brass has an even green patina with some traces of the Orange… (1184-158). Learn More »
$400.00
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Post-Civil War militia belt buckle, circa 1865-1890. Cast brass buckle with Massachusetts state seal. Very high detail. Measures 53mm x 86mm and retains perfect curve. This has the narrow ½ inch wide… (2022-840). Learn More »
The body of this canteen is covered in a very nice conditioned sky-blue cloth and is strongly stenciled on one side with “13” over “PV” done in white paint. The cover is solid with no signs of… (490-4680). Learn More »
$2,250.00
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Here is a complete Civil War set; M1863 artillery bit with “US” bosses, bridle with “USA” rosettes, and reins. The bridle and reins are constructed of heavy leather. Iron bit is the 1863… (462-316). Learn More »
This item is the pendant or “drop” from a Society of the Army of the Potomac medal made into a brooch. Item consists of a gold-plated body with blue enameled arms arranged in a cross-like fashion.… (766-1841). Learn More »
This is a nice chocolate brown color excavated VMM box plate found at Castleman’s Ferry, Virginia. This is on the Shenandoah River and was the scene of the Battle of Cool Spring in 1864, but was the… (766-1541). Learn More »
$1,250.00
Originally $1,450.00
This Civil War regimental eagle drum has a totally original painted designation to the 28th New Jersey and drummer Aaron Buzzee of Company K. The regiment enlisted for just nine months service in Fall… (766-1858). Learn More »
$6,500.00
Originally $7,500.00
Pattern 1858 embroidered artillery hat insignia backed on black velvet measuring 2 ¼ inches. The gold bullion wire of this insignia is in rough shape; some of the threads have come undone and are… (380-65). Learn More »
These plates for wear on the flaps of the cartridge box followed the standard U.S. 1839 version, but with VMM, instead of U.S., stamped in the rolled brass for “Volunteer Militia of Maine.” These… (1156-33). Learn More »
This insignia features an embroidered wreath with old English letters “ID” or “JD” in the center. The insignia is typical of mid-19th century construction and likely for a local militia. This… (480-242). Learn More »
Plate is in solid condition. There are no visible cracks or chips. The edge is complete with no missing brass however one side is pushed in a bit causing the plate to be out of round. Eagle is… (2022-1425). Learn More »
Face has a wonderful dark patina throughout. Detail to the eagle is very good however the plate has a small piece of missing material at bottom center. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with a nice… (595-1901). Learn More »
Face has a dark patina throughout with small light patches of discoloration. Detail to the eagle is good. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with a nice smooth finish. Only one of the hooks are… (595-1903). Learn More »
Skin is in good condition with no cracks or missing material. Nice patina to the face and good detail to the eagle. One edge is slightly pushed causing the plate to be out of round a bit. Reverse has… (1184-97). Learn More »
Face is in nice condition and free of cracks and chips. Detail to the eagle is good however some of it is subdued due to the contrasting light and dark surface patina. Reverse has 100% of the lead and… (565-1902). Learn More »
Plate is in solid condition. There are no visible cracks or chips. The edge is complete with no missing brass. Eagle is slightly subdued by the brown dirt patina which has filled in some of the lower… (2022-1428). Learn More »
This is the classic Civil War Confederate wood canteen made with simple lathe-turned front and back faces under curved and grooved staves secured with narrow iron hoops that are in turn kept in place… (490-4172). Learn More »
$2,450.00
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These plates, measuring 56 X 87mm, followed the standard U.S. 1839 version, but with VMM stamped in the rolled brass indicating Volunteer Militia of Maine. These were paired on equipment with the… (1184-148). Learn More »
These plates were introduced in 1826 for use on the bayonet shoulder belt. When the bayonet was switched to wear on the waistbelt in the early 1840s these plates with hooks were relegated to use on… (1184-136). Learn More »
This is a Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings (musketoon, rifled carbine, and all patented breech-loading carbines). The sling was to be worn over the left… (160-80). Learn More »
This Federal shoulder belt plate is of the regulation 1826 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear eagle in the center. Face has a… (2022-1849). Learn More »
Leather belt meas. approx. 1.75 inches wide x 43.50 inches long. Leather is in very good condition with only minor scuffs on one end. Die struck steel, box type buckle with a nickel or silver plated… (160-62). Learn More »
Panel plates, so called from the use of the central rectangular panel with scalloped corners setting off a central emblem against a frame border, came in around 1835 and became very popular in the… (1184-147). Learn More »
This woven canvas belt was made by the Hurlburt Company as evidenced by the three blue horizontal lines worked into the belt. It holds fifty .30 caliber rounds in loops that are sewn to the… (380-25). Learn More »
This is made of die-struck rolled brass in the usual fashion of the M1839 plate and has a single arrow back stud and belt hook soldered in place on the reverse, a pattern of fastener well known from… (2022-2281). Learn More »
This is a pretty militia plate using an American eagle with arrows and olive branch as the central motif on the scalloped corner panel at center along with a US shield on its chest that has a single… (1184-146). Learn More »
Although evolving from the US Model 1832 general staff rectangular waist belt plates with a US in a wreath, the immediate impetus to New York’s adoption of this plate for officers and enlisted men… (1184-141). Learn More »
This is a nice excavated SNY belt plate. Pattern 1839 belt buckle with puppy-paw hooks. Beautiful brown face with the letters “SNY” in the center. Light wear over face with smooth chocolate brown… (2022-1554). Learn More »
These buff cloth epaulettes are in very good condition with only light surface dirt from age and storage throughout. There is no damage of any kind. The body of each is covered in a buff colored cloth… (37-386). Learn More »
$350.00
Originally $550.00
This sword belt plate is very similar to some wartime and prewar Virginia plates, but we feel it probably postdates the war, though excavated in Orange, Virginia. The central disk with narrow edge… (1184-117). Learn More »
This is the regulation sword belt for U.S. officers in the Civil War. The rectangular eagle belt plate with the arms of the U.S. is an early style, likely prewar or very early war, made of stamped… (1052-222). Learn More »
This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5 ¼ inches long, a size sometimes thought to be just for priming powder for a flintlock, but convenient enough to be… (1184-79). Learn More »
This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5 3/4 inches long, a convenient size for pocket or hunting bag. Sometimes considered a small horn just for priming… (1184-77). Learn More »
Belt is made of one piece of leather approx. 31.00 inches long x 1.75 wide. The interior of the belt has a sewn seam running down the center while the exterior face of the belt has a tooled line… (490-3646). Learn More »
This interesting item belonged to Lieutenant Robert Hale Ives Goddard who served as an aid-de-camp to Major General Ambrose Burnside and later rose to major and lieutenant colonel for gallant and… (1179-292). Learn More »
$3,500.00
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This is a good example of the Austrian bayonet frog used with bayonet scabbard for the quadrangular-blade socket bayonet of the M1854 Austrian Lorenz. The Lorenz was well regarded and imported by… (490-3745). Learn More »
$265.00
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Unusual looking trapezoidal canteen with screwcap top. The body of the canteen is made of tin and meas. approx. 4.50 inches across the bottom and 5,50 at the upper widest point. It is 7.00 inches tall… (2022-608). Learn More »
Tin box meas. approx. 6.50 inches long x 3.00 inches wide x 2.75 inches high. Box is japanned both inside and out and is free of any dings or dents. The exterior surface shows some minor scratches… (2022-943). Learn More »
Black leather belt meas. approx. 1.75 inches wide with a line of stitching outlining each edge. The leather surface shows light to moderate surface finish loss from rubbing and use over the years. The… (2022-957). Learn More »
We have taken in a small quantity of vintage US Model 1903 Springfield Pedersen Magazine Pouches. Like the ones pictured, all are in nice unused condition. They are made of Khaki web construction and… (172-5573). Learn More »
Here we have an unengraved fifth corps badge made of silver. It measures .75 inches by .75 inches. The silver is in good condition with only minor tarnish. There is a small bend to one of the arms but… (2020-862). Learn More »
The 1832 short sword had been specified for infantry sergeants and musicians as well as enlisted men of foot artillery. With the distribution of the 1840 sword patterns the sergeants and musicians… (480-222). Learn More »
$2,250.00
Originally $2,500.00
This inscribed corps badge dates between June and October 1864, between the introduction of the badge and the owner’s posting to divisional staff, and his promotion to colonel of the 38th USCT in… (480-190). Learn More »
$2,880.00
Originally $3,200.00
This grouping comes from a respected central New York collection with an identification that is verbal, but trustworthy and includes the soldier’s regulation issue canteen with his initials… (480-178). Learn More »
$2,025.00
Originally $2,250.00
This would make a great addition to a cavalry officer’s display. The breastplate (breast band) is wide, painted yellow in a soft mellow tone, and has black leather edging around a central leather… (490-2561). Learn More »
$2,600.00
Originally $3,250.00
This elegant martingale is trimmed in yellow leather and would make an excellent addition to a cavalry officer’s display. All straps, loops, etc., are in place and secure. Set up as a running… (490-2560). Learn More »
$2,600.00
Originally $3,250.00
Brown leather Confederate artillery fuse pouch is in good condition. This is the leather pouch that went on the side of the Confederate artilleryman. It held his paper time fuses for firing the… (381-20). Learn More »
$3,150.00
Originally $3,950.00
These embroidered major’s oak leaves come from a significant trove of artifacts preserved by John M. Deane and his family that we are offering in separate sales. In this case Deane mounted on a card… (1164-39). Learn More »
These embroidered captain’s bars come from a significant trove of artifacts preserved by John M. Deane and his family that we are offering in separate sales. In this case Deane mounted on a card… (1164-40). Learn More »
This silver badge is intricately engraved with a double border and bears the Rhode Island state seal at top: a blue enamel anchor underneath the motto “HOPE,” also in blue enamel, on a banderole,… (286-1088). Learn More »
These are stamped brass style of shoulder scales. Similar in appearance to the enlisted style. No turnbuckles or fringe. Includes separate piece on underside to attach hanging fringe. The brass… (490-2933). Learn More »
Iron horse bit looks to be from early or mid 19th century. Appears hand forged; nice iron work. Measures approximately 7” tall x 5.5” across. Large Port is just over 2” high. Iron surface shows… (766-1785). Learn More »
This is a very good example of the US Model 1858 canteen as supplied by makers to the NY Depot, a branch of the U.S. Quartermaster’s Office of Clothing and Equipage. A distinguishing feature of… (490-2886). Learn More »
Item is a set of five hollow tin tubes soldered together. Each tube meas. approx. .62 in size. These tubes are found in late 18th and early 19th Century cartridge boxes. [ad]… (490-2832). Learn More »
Hollow tin rectangle meas. approx. 5 7/8 long x 1.0 wide x 3 11/16 tall with a folded over top edge. Center is free of any dividers. Written in black marker on one side is “M1841 RIFLE” over… (490-2833). Learn More »
The leather belt is 1.75” wide and approximately 50” long overall. Belt is made of bridle leather with a brass keeper sewn and riveted on one end and a brass adjustment hook riveted to the… (490-2824). Learn More »
While more likely a decorative touch, you can’t help feeling the maker of this Confederate wood canteen was having a laugh at the corrugated U.S. tinned iron canteens. It is made like the standard… (2021-820). Learn More »
This is an excellent example of O’Donnell and Campbell Plate #700 in American Military Belt Plates. It is complete with its keeper and is on its original belt. The detail of the plate good enough… (490-2626). Learn More »
This is the M1839 oval U.S. belt plate made for the narrow 1.5-inch U.S infantry waist belts of the Mexican War period. Like the Civil War versions, these are made of rolled stamped brass with a lead… (766-1543). Learn More »
$375.00
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This is a near mint, embroidered bullion officer’s hat insignia still on its large patch, which would be trimmed down for sewing directly on a hat or cap, or fitted on stiffener with loops. The gold… (172-5764). Learn More »
This is a really nice example of the U.S. artillery short sword and belt. Adopted by the army in 1832, this gladius-pattern short sword was a big seller for Ames to the U.S. and state governments,… (1052-42). Learn More »
The items in this lot are identified to Daniel Muller (carried on the rolls as MOLLER) of the 54th New York Infantry. Daniel Muller was born in Hanover, Germany and later came to the United States. At… (2021-270). Learn More »
$2,950.00
Originally $3,950.00
This is a finely made example with gold bullion embroidery including both sequins and twisted strands, in excellent condition with wonderful bright color to the gilt. Measuring 3 3/8 inches by 2 ½… (286-1033). Learn More »
Plate is sand cast brass with nice dark patina overall and a very nice “C.S.A.” at center. Reverse has all three brass hooks. A close examination reveals some lumps and bumps to the casting as… (33-250). Learn More »
$185.00
Originally $250.00
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The flaming bomb was associated in the U.S. military with the Ordnance Department, but comes from a long tradition of the flaming grenade being associated with picked troops detailed to get close… (410-542). Learn More »
Oblong shaped epaulette with a body covered in heavy woven gold bullion cloth outlined with two rows of gold dead bullion. One edge is covered in gold sequins arranged in three rows with inverted… (410-544). Learn More »
Regular army officers had been authorized a silver “U.S.” within a gold bullion wreath for wear on their undress caps in 1839. This was carried over in the 1851 regulations for use on the 1851… (2020-912). Learn More »
This is a black leather holster made to accommodate the Kerr revolver. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder. The holster “pocket” measures approximately 9 ¼” along… (1117-97). Learn More »
These buff cloth epaulettes are in very good condition with only light surface dirt from age and storage throughout. There is no damage of any kind. The body of each is covered in a buff colored cloth… (410-546). Learn More »
The face of this plate is mostly clean with a good strong “US” stamping. Lower right edge has two small dings. Face also has some scattered spots of oxidation. Reverse has the single arrow hook… (1110-25). Learn More »
Plate meas. approx. 2.25 x 3.50. It is made of slightly convex sheet brass with clipped corners. A white metal number “1” is attached by iron loops passing through the brass and being held by thin… (1110-30). Learn More »
Plate meas. approx. 2.25 x 3.50. It is made of slightly convex sheet brass with clipped corners. Reverse has a thin bar along one edge for attaching to a belt and a narrow tongue. Item has some light… (1110-27). Learn More »
This regulation buff leather sword belt is near mint condition. The leather is supple and has a nice overall brown tone that is common in black buff accoutrements, which oxidized quickly from iron in… (172-5551). Learn More »
$2,250.00
SOLD
The term “box” spur is derived from the use of small metal box inlet into the heel of a boot into which the central metal prong between the side bars of the spur is inserted and held by a spring… (160-26). Learn More »
Sling dates from the 1950’s or 60’s and is made of brown leather that is in excellent condition. One end has a loop of brown leather held in place by a stud while the opposite end has a “D”… (2020-122). Learn More »
Here is a handsome, post-war, suspension ladder badge once owned by Private Samuel A. Ridge of Company “H”, 59th Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, a three-year regiment. Records show Ridge… (160-17). Learn More »
Small pair of brass spurs, measuring 2.75” from heel forward, 2.75” in width. Attractive brass spurs. Spiked rowels measure .50” in diameter, and are in great condition. The pair exhibit an… (M26339). Learn More »
Letter has four attachment prongs on reverse. Measures ¾” x ¾”. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (458-384). Learn More »
$15.00
Originally $20.00
Brown leather sling in overall very good condition. Strap is approx. 2.00 inches wide at center and tapers as it moves toward each end where it is only 1.25 inches wide. Each end has a brass hook for… (1037-238). Learn More »
$145.00
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This is a nice, excavated Confederate spur. It is cast brass and retains a good green patina. Possibly a copy of a civilian style. Has curved neck with no iron rowel remaining. Slight bend at… (1000-1520). Learn More »
This is a nice, excavated Confederate spur. Similar in style to federal spurs. It is cast brass and retains a good green patina. Has squared-off neck with no iron rowel remaining. Slight bend in… (1000-1515). Learn More »
Iron 2nd corps badge has light surface rust. Reverse originally featured a soldered attachment pin with hook, but all that is present is the base of both. Corps badges were attached to the soldier’s… (883-58). Learn More »
$425.00
Originally $495.00
Brass 3rd corps badge has a darkened patina. Two small holes are present which were for sewing to the soldier’s hat or left side of the uniform. This avoided confusion on the battlefield as a… (883-47). Learn More »
$395.00
Originally $450.00
Brass 5th corps badge has a darkened patina. Reverse originally featured a soldered attachment pin with hook, but all that is present is the base of both. Also present are two holes on the sides which… (883-64). Learn More »
$395.00
Originally $500.00
Brass 7th corps badge has a darkened patina; missing the 5 pointed star that should be in the center opening of the “C”. Corps badges were attached to the soldier’s hat or left side of the… (883-21). Learn More »
$250.00
Originally $295.00
This leather cavalry carbine sling meas. approx. 2.50 inches wide x 52.00 inches long. However, it is difficult to get an accurate measurement on the length due to stiffness and waviness of the… (M25536). Learn More »
Top of lid is stamped with, “SHANNON, MILLER & GRANT, MILITARY GOODS, MAIDEN BAND, NEW YORK”. Some light scratches and surface rust are present. Box is slightly warped so that lid does not… (344-2689). Learn More »
This is a Civil War-era tin drum canteen in very good condition. Tin spout and all three strap brackets are present. Measures 6” in diameter x 1 3/4” wide. The body is solid with usual dings,… (172-3518). Learn More »
This veteran’s brooch is made of brass, with red, white and blue enamel accents to highlight the various corps badge symbols. The 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th and 9th Corps are represented. The center… (179-717). Learn More »
Silver 18th Corps badge identified to Private Joseph Laclair of Company H, 98th New York Infantry, recovered in the greater Richmond area. Badge meas. approx. 1.75 x 1.75 inches. In both the upper and… (883-20). Learn More »
Dates to pre-World War I era. Brass horn has original mouthpiece and fully functions. Has a darkened patina is in very good condition with very few dings. No… (M24725). Learn More »
Two patches, made of green silk, emblazoned with bullion caduceus & oval jaceron trim. Both are of identical interior size, 3. 125 x 2.125”. One is laid on a slightly larger rectangular patch… (408-260). Learn More »
Made of iron, with original stick pin saudered on reverse. Measures 1and 5/16” per side. Exhibits dark patina with pitting & scuffing on obverse. Else vg, & solid. Location of recovery… (713-15). Learn More »
Generally in very fine condition; photos above are representative of available stock. (ST500007). Learn More »
This rolled and stamped device is a sheet-brass artifact that depicts a military insignia worn by soldiers in infantry branch of the Federal Army during the Civil War. The crescent-shaped, one-piece… (ST500059). Learn More »
$55.00 Each
Originally $75.00
Circa 1850s. 6.25"x1.875" (convex sides). 1" spout with chipped cork. Two sling rings soldered on 3" from spout on each side. Dull gray color w/numerous scratches & small dents. Half dozen tiny… (108-377). Learn More »
$295.00
Originally $350.00
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This letter comes from the hand of famed Colonel Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain of the 20th Maine and is written to his wife from his shelter tent in the Shenandoah Valley near Front Royal. Dated July 24th 1863, Col. Chamberlain details the fight of… (557-250). Learn More »