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SILVER 19th CORPS BADGE FOR 165TH NEW YORK
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 »
CIVIL WAR US OR CS SADDLE VALISE
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 »
LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK
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 »
CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS
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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HAND-MADE BONE IDENTIFICATION BADGE – WILLIAM BRIERLEY, 174TH PA. INFANTRY
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 »
NAPOLEONIC WAR ERA CROSSBELT PLATE
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 »
NICE US NAVY BELT AND ACCOUTREMENT SET - EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION
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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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BUCKLE AND STRAPS
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 »
ORIGINAL, MAKER MARKED CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING – WATERVLIET ARSENAL
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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U.S. M1826 SHOULDER BELT PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS IN DECEMBER 1955 IN THE LINES OF THE 2nd DIVISION 15th CORPS AT PICKETT’S MILL: ATLANTA CAMPAIGN
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 »
DINGEE MARKED ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM DALTON/ROCKY FACE RIDGE, EX-KERKSIS
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 »
12th MAINE VETERAN’S BADGE OF MAJOR R.S. SMITH
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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NEW YORK STUD-BACK THIN LETTER OVAL SNY BELT PLATE 1861-1863
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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SMALL SIZE M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE: MEXICAN WAR AND EARLY CIVIL WAR
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 »
CIVIL WAR BELT WITH PATTERN 1851 NCO BUCKLE
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 »
MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE
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 »
NEW YORK DEPOT, MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH COVER, STOPPER, AND STRAP
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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W.H. SMITH MARKED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS AT MYER’S HILL SPOTSYLVANIA IN DECEMBER 1955
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 »
ANSON MILLS PATENT CARTRIDGE BELT FOR THE .45-70 WITH NEW YORK BUCKLE
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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MINTY U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH, ARSENAL MARKED
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 »
MAGNIFICENT SET OF SILVER GAMECOCK HEAD SPURS PRESENTED BY THE OFFICERS OF THE FIRST DELAWARE TO MAJOR GENERAL W.H. FRENCH
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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WAR OF 1812 “CHEESE BOX” CANTEEN
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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MONROE COUNTY, NY VETS ASSOCIATION RIBBON BADGE – GEN. E.G. MARSHALL, 1919
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 »
MONROE COUNTY, NY VETERANS BADGE – 1917, PVT. ROB ROY “MCNULTY” CONVERSE
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 »
U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH, ARSENAL MARKED
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 »
MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE
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 »
SILVER 22ND CORPS BADGE ID'D TO PRIV. EDGAR SMITH - 1ST NEW HAMPSHIRE HEAVY ARTILLERY
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 »
NON-REGULATION SNARE DRUM WITH STICKS, SLING & PLATE -- ID’D TO 34TH NEW YORK DRUMMER
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 »
BADGE HONORING MAJOR GENERAL QUINCY A. GILMORE
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 »
REGULATION SIZED RIFLEMAN’S INSIGNIA
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 »
CIVIL WAR MASSACHUSETTS 1864 PRESENTATION GERMAN SILVER BUGLE
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 »
RARE PHILADELPHIA RESERVE BRIGADE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
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 »
RARE OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE
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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NON-DUG STATE OF NEW YORK BROAD LETTER, ARROW BACK “SNY” OVAL BELT PLATE
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 »
NON-DUG “THIN LETTER” STATE OF NEW YORK BELT PLATE
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 »
SHERIDAN BADGE IDENTIFIED TO T. D. GARMAN, 16TH CAVALRY
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 »
ENTWINED USA BRIDLE ROSETTE
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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MINTY CIVIL WAR INFANTRY BELT AND PLATE
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 »
SCARCE MEDIUM SIZE OVAL U.S. PLATE
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 »
CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN’S PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX ON BELT
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 »
SILVER 22ND CORPS ID BADGE – 1ST D.C. INFANTRY – PVT. THOMAS LYNCH
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 »
POST CIVIL WAR CA. 1885-1905 MINNESOTA OFFICER’S BELT PLATE
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 »
POST CIVIL WAR CA. 1875-1890 VIRGINIA OFFICER’S BELT PLATE
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 »
MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD BELT AND TWO-PIECE EAGLE PLATE CA 1855-1860
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 »
CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM 20th CORPS LINES PINE MOUNTAIN, GA, EX-SYD KERKSIS
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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POST CIVIL WAR CA. 1875-1890 OHIO OFFICER’S BELT PLATE
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 »
CS TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH STRAP AND WOOD STOPPER
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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GOLD ID BADGE – 127TH NEW YORK; JAMES B. MINTURN
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 »
SILVER SHIELD-SHAPED ID BADGE – 89TH NEW YORK; ELI M. RUGGLES
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 »
SILVER 10TH CORPS BADGE
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 »
CS BUCKLE ON THE ORIGINAL BELT WITH CERTAINTY!
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 »
FREDERICKSBURG RECOVERED ARTILLERY HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
NON-DUG “THIN LETTER” STATE OF NEW YORK BELT PLATE
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 »
NON-DUG “THIN LETTER” STATE OF NEW YORK CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
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 »
EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR MASSACHUSETTS SWORD BELT PLATE
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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MODEL 1874 PALMER BRACE SYSTEM
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 »
MODEL 1874 PALMER BRACE SYSTEM
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 »
FREDERICKSBURG RECOVERED SNY BELT PLATE
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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RARE OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE
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 »
VERY SCARCE CONFEDERATE SOUTH CAROLINA CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE
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 »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR INFANTRY REGIMENTAL COMMISSARY SERGEANT CHEVRONS
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 »
CLASSIC CONFEDERATE BELT, CAP BOX AND CARTRIDGE BOX
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 »
NICELY MARKED SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF STAFF SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
CIVIL WAR BRIGADIER GENERAL SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH BELT
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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SCARCE ROBINSON PATENT CIVIL WAR SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
SCARCE AND IMPESSIVE SET OF CASED CIVIL WAR US ARMY SURGEON’S EPAULETS
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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SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR WAIST BELT
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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COMPLETE CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH SOLDIER’S STENCILED NAME
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 »
NAMED CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX
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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ZOUAVE FIRST SERGEANT CHEVRONS
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 »
U.S. M1858 NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER, SLING, AND STOPPER
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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ALLEGHENY ARSENAL MODEL 1851 WAIST BELT & BUCKLE WITH ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD FROG
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 »
PATTERN 1864 FEDERAL DOUBLE BAG KNAPSACK – DATE AND INSPECTOR STAMPS
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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CONFEDERATE MAJOR GENERAL FRANK CHEATHAM’S PRESENTATION SPURS
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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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS
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 »
MINTY LIGHT ARTILLERY M1851 BUFF LEATHER SWORD BELT
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 »
SMITH PATENT SECOND LIEUTENANT OF ARTILLERY SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
EXCELLENT CONDITION SMITH PATENT BRIGADIER GENERAL’S SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
POST-CIVIL WAR ROTARY VALVE CORNET
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 »
SEA CHANTIES AND CAMPFIRES: CONCERTINA OF JOHN MARTIN, PRIVATE 47th MASS AND MARINER
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 »
SILVER MOUNTED PRESENTATION WOOD FIFE OF EUGENE JEWELL 18th OHIO: CAPTURED AT STONES RIVER; HE SERVED BESIDE TWO OF HIS SONS, AND UNDER ONE OF THEM!
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 »
1862 OR EARLIER ROTARY VALVE E-FLAT CIRCULAR HELICON CORNET BY FIRTH POND & CO, NY
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 »
CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S BELT WITH TWO-PIECE VIRGINIA PLATE AND DRAGOON REVOLVER HOLSTER
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 »
US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH BELT
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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SILVERED PRESENTATION FIFE TO MARTIN MURPHY, 4th NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS, 17th NY VETERAN ZOUAVES, AND REGULAR ARMY
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 »
VERY SCARCE CONFEDERATE SWORD BELT WITH VIRGINIA BUCKLE
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 »
M1851 BUFF LEATHER SWORD BELT -- COMPLETE
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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1852 PATTERN USN OFFICER’S BELT PLATE OF HENRY CLAY COCHRANE: AS A USMC 2nd LIEUTENANT HE ACCOMPANIED LINCOLN TO GETTYSBURG IN 1863 & WROTE ABOUT IT
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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VERY RARE, CIVIL WAR MARYLAND SWORD BELT PLATE IN EXCELLENT, NON-DUG CONDITION
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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VIRGINIA OFFICER’S BELT PLATE REMOVED FROM THE BODY OF COL. JAMES G. HODGES, 14th VIRGINIA, KILLED IN PICKETT’S CHARGE, WITH HIS COLONEL’S STARS- THE PLATE RETURNED TO HIS WIDOW IN 1903!
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 »
BRIGADIER GENERAL’S SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
24th MICHIGAN IRON BRIGADE LT. COLONEL MARK FLANIGAN’S HARDEE HAT INSIGNIA WITH HIS LT. COLONEL AND BREVET BRIG. GENERAL SHOULDER STRAPS: WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG
“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 »
5th NEW YORK CAVALRY GROUPING OF CHARLES T. PIERCE INCLUDING HIS WARTIME FIELD DIARY AND HAVERSACK
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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P1851 NCO SWORD BELT WITH SHOULDER STRAP – W. KINSEY MAKER MARKED
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 »
1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER’S SILVER BULLION HUNTING HORN
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
VERY NICE SILVER POST-WAR VETERANS 15TH CORPS BADGE
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
US PATTERN 1839 U.S. CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG BY SID KERKSIS AT BRANDY STATION
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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LARGE CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S ARTILLERY HAT INSIGNIA
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
OFFICER’S ARTILLERY HAT INSIGNIA
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
PAIR OF SMITH PATENT 1ST LIEUTENANT SHOULDER STRAPS ATTRIBUTED TO 147TH PENNSYLVANIA OFFICER
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
PAIR OF SMITH PATENT 2ND LIEUTENANT OF CAVALRY SHOULDER STRAPS
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
AMES MODEL 1832 SHORT SWORD WITH SCABBARD AND BELT
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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SINGLE POST-CIVIL WAR U.S. CAVALRY SPUR
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
EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR “VMM” OVAL WAIST BELT PLATE
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
SCARCE F.B. SMITH MADE WASHINGTON BUST IDENTIFICATION TAG OF LUTHER RICE – 14th and 1st MASS HEAVY ARTILLERY: HE UNDERSTATED HIS AGE TO GET INTO SERVICE
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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BARDOU & SON RIFLE RANGE TELESCOPE – MADE IN PARIS, FRANCE
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
1910 MOUNTED GARRISON BELT WITH RIFLE BELT RING AND HOOK
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
INDIAN WARS NEW YORK HAGNER PATTERN 1872 BELT PLATE
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 »
ENLISTEDMAN’S EAGLE BELT BUCKLE WITH BELT
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
NEW YORK “SNY” MILITIA DRESS BELT AND PLATE CA. 1885-1900
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 »
VERMONT NATIONAL GUARD BELT PLATE AND BELT
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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GEORGIA CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM SPOTTSYLVANIA COUNTY WITH CARVED DESIGNS ON THE REVERSE
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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“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS
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 »
2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD
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 »
MARYLAND 5th REGIMENT’S VETERAN CORPS BELT AND BUCKLE
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 »
EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G
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 »
REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN
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 »
ENTWINED USA BRIDLE ROSETTES
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 »
MODEL 1863 ARTILLERY HEADSTALL ROSETTES
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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“WAR OF 1861” SILVER IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF DENNIS TITUS - 31st NEW JERSEY, LATER IN THE 11th PA CAVALRY
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 »
CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN
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 »
CARVED CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE OF WILLIAM CHURCH, CO. K 13th VERMONT, KILLED IN ACTION AT GETTYSBURG IN THE REPULSE OF PICKETT’S CHARGE, WITH BATTLE DAMAGE
“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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FINE PAIR OF RED EPAULETTES
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 »
IDENTIFIED US NAVAL OFFICER’S GROUPING OF CHARLES S. NORTON
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 »
RELIC US CIVIL WAR CANTEEN: FROM YORK SPRINGS, PA, GAR POST #9
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 »
NEAR MINT P1839 US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
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 »
VERY SCARCE P1839 MEDIUM SIZED US BELT PLATE
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 »
STATE OF MARYLAND OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE
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 »
VERY RARE CONFEDERATE “ROPE BORDER” BELT PLATE
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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EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR FEDERAL SERGEANT CHEVRONS
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 »
EXCELLENT PAIR OF CIVIL WAR FEDERAL INFANTRY REGULATION CORPORAL CHEVRONS/STRIPES
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 »
U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH MARKED “US”
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 »
VERY SCARCE CIVIL WAR MUSICIAN DRUMMER BREAST PLATE STICK HOLDER
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 »
CIVIL WAR CAVALRY CARBINE SLING
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 »
ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM 18th CORPS LINES, COLD HARBOR, EX-KERKSIS
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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ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM 1st DIVISION 2nd CORPS LINES, COLD HARBOR, EX-KERKSIS
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 »
RARE ID’D FIELD PRESENTATION BUGLE JACOB KECK - 7TH NEW YORK, 9TH NYSM (83RD NY), 97TH NEW YORK
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 »
US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT
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 »
WILLIAM J. HAND 3rd PA RESERVES: GREAT BROWN INK TAGGED CANTEEN, G.A.R. SOLDIER’S MEMORIAL, CASED PHOTO IN UNIFORM, BEAUTIFUL ENAMELED GAR WATCH FOB WITH CHAIN: TWICE WIA AND POW
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 »
SPANISH AMERICAN WAR KHAKI WEB CARTRIDGE BELT
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 »
SPANISH AMERICAN WAR BLUE WEB CARTRIDGE BELT
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 »
GOOD CONDITION PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA HARDPACK KNAPSACK WITH UNIT DESIGNATION
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 »
“SOFT TACK:” AERATED BREAD CRATE
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 »
EXCELLENT US CAVALRY LEATHER SWORD KNOT
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 »
US M1858 PHILADELPHIA CANTEEN WITH COVER – R.H. GRATZ AND CO. MAKER
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 »
WHITE BUFF CARTRIDGE BOX SLING
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 »
RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE
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 »
RELIC, HAND-MADE UNION 8TH ARMY CORPS BADGE
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 »
IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAP BOX OF DOUGLAS HAMILTON KNOX CO. B VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE BATTALION OF INFANTRY: SERVICE AT RICHMOND/PETERSBURG 1864
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 »
CIVIL WAR PHILADELPHIA DEPOT BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH LIGHT BLUE COVER AND FULL STRAP
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 »
US 1839 PATTERN 2-PC INTERLOCKING BELT PLATE ON BELT
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 »
VERY NICE LIGHT BLUE CANTEEN WITH STENCILLED SOLDIER’S WHITE INITIALS- THE ONE IN THE BOOK!
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 »
VIRGINIA STATE SEAL SHAKO PLATE
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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CIVIL WAR WAIST BELT AND BUCKLE WITH TWO MAKER-MARKED PERCUSSION CAP POUCHES
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 »
INDIAN WARS OFFICER'S SWORD BELT WITH "NY" BELT PLATE
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 »
MODEL 1858 BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH BLUE COVER
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 »
EISENBRANDT EXHIBITION GRADE PAINTED DRUM WITH ZOUAVE BATTLE SCENE
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 »
CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1851 DRUM STICK CARRIAGE AND DRUMSTICKS
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 »
PHILADELPHIA FIRE ZOUAVE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
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 »
ANSON MILLS PATENT CARTRIDGE BELT FOR THE .45-70
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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EMBROIDERED BULLION ORDNANCE INSIGNIA WITH CROSSED CANNON AND “SHELL AND FLAME”
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 »
GENERAL’S AND GENERAL STAFF OFFICER’S CAP INSIGNIA
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 »
MASSACHUSETTS HAVERSACK
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 »
EARLY AMERICAN CARTRIDGE BOX WITH BELT, BUCKLE, BAYONET AND SCABBARD
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
VERY UNUSUAL BULLION EMBROIDERED ARTILLERY OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
EMBROIDERED BULLION “SHELL AND FLAME / GRENADE” INSIGNIA
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 »
CIVIL WAR BULLION EMBROIDERED 10th ARTILLERY OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
VERY PRETTY YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN
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 »
YORK COUNTY SCREW TIP POWDER HORN
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 HAT WREATH
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 »
EARLY YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN
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 »
WWII GERMAN SIGNAL CORPS SHOULDER BOARDS
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 »
WWII GERMAN #246 CYPHERS
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 »
WWII GERMAN BAYONET FROG
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 »
WASHINGTON RIFLES BELT AND BUCKLE, CIRCA 1870
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 »
WWII GERMAN TROPICAL CANTEEN
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 »
SOLDIER MODIFIED INDIAN WAR CAVALRY SPURS
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 »
US PATTERN 1839 WAIST BELT PLATE
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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MODEL 1858 BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH COVER
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 »
WWI US WARNER SWAYZE SCOPE CASE
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 »
CIVIL WAR MAKER MARKED & INSPECTED CAVALRY CARBINE SLING WITH MARKED SNAP HOOK
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 »
INDIAN WAR US MODEL 1872 BELT PLATE
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 »
PAIR OF POST-CIVIL WAR WESTERN STYLE SPURS WITH LEATHER STRAPS
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 »
US CAVALRY MANN’S PATENT CARTRIDGE BOX EX-LEES HQ MUSEUM
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 »
CONFEDERATE “PIE-PLATE” TIN DRUM CANTEEN
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 »
WWII JAPANESE SEW ON CAP STARS
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 »
MODEL 1851 SWORD BELT PLATE FROM HARPERS FERRY ON A GREAT DISPLAY CARD
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 »
WWII JAPANESE NCO SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN PRUSSIAN VETERAN’S RIBBON
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 »
WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN 25 YEARS SERVICE MEDAL
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 »
WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN 25 YEARS SERVICE MEDAL
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 »
WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN UNISSUED PAIR OF LUFTWAFFE SIGNALS OFFICER COLLAR TABS
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
SOLD
UNUSED GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO ARMY BREAST EAGLE
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 »
OFFICER AND SERGEANT’S GROUP OF EFFINGHAM VANDERBURGH, 56th NY – “TENTH LEGION” – AND 1st NEW YORK ENGINEERS
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 »
CONFEDERATE / MILITIA STYLE TIN DRUM CANTEEN
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 »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH POSTWAR MARKING
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 »
RARE WORLD WAR II QUARTMASTER BUGLE, PAINTED OLIVE DRAB
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 »
MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH COVER AND STRAP
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 »
RARE CONFEDERATE CAVALRY BIT WITH “PIECRUST” “C” BOSS AND HEADSTALL
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 »
RARE WII US M1892 BUGLE—PLASTIC, PAINTED OLIVE GREEN
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 »
LEATHER SWORD OR SABER BAYONET FROG
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 »
RELIC U.S. ENLISTEDMAN’S EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM BROWN’S MILL, GEORGIA, RECOVERED BY SID KIRKSIS
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 »
RELIC U.S. ENLISTEDMAN’S EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM SNAKE CREEK GAP, RECOVERED BY SID KIRKSIS
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 »
BRIDLE LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING
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 »
RELIC U.S. ENLISTEDMAN’S CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE MARKED “E. GAYLORD” FROM KENTUCKY, RECOVERED BY SYD KIRKSIS
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 »
US MODEL 1892 FIELD BUGLE - HEADQUARTERS A.E.F. 1917-18
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 »
AMES MODEL 1832 SHORT SWORD WITH SCABBARD AND BELT
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 »
POSTWAR TWO-PIECE INTERLOCKING STAR SWORD BELT PLATE
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 »
CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S GILT BRASS EAGLEHEAD SPURS IN ORIGINAL COLOR
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 »
RARE USN GOSPORT NAVY YARD PRIMING FLASK
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 »
SINGLE SHOULDER STRAP FOR A CAPTAIN OF STAFF
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 »
US M1863 ARTILLERY HEADSTALL AND BIT
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 »
CIVIL WAR NCO SWORD CROSSBELT PLATE FROM FREDERICKSBURG
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 »
NEW BERN, N.C., RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE
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 »
YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN
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 »
COLLECTION OF ITEMS BOTH WARTIME AND VETERAN IDENTIFIED TO 8TH IOWA INFANTRY OFFICER
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
HANCOCK’S VETERAN CORPS BADGE
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 »
EIGHTH CORPS BADGE
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 »
CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR EPAULETS: 18th MASS AND OTHERS
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 »
U.S. MARINE CORPS DRUM AND BUGLE CORPS SILVER PLAQUE AWARDED IN 1969
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
NICE U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH
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 »
CONFEDERATE TWO-PIECE “TONGUE AND WREATH” BELT PLATE, FOUND BY JOHN DUGGAN
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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SILVER CONFEDERATE ID BADGE RECOVERED NEAR FALLING WATERS - GETTYSBURG POW
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 »
FINE, ORIGINAL CAVALRY LINK STRAP
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 »
SMITH PATENT CAVALRY SECOND LIEUTENANT SHOULDER STRAPS
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 »
CIVIL WAR MUSICIAN’S GROUPING INCLUDING WARTIME IDENTIFICATION DISK, IDENTIFICATION SHIELD, AND FREEMANTLE ROTARY VALVE CORNET/VALVED BUGLE: JOHN J. WEAVER- 10th and 56th PA- AND CUTLER’S BRIGADE BAND 1861-1865
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 »
DALLAS TEXAS 1902 CONFEDERATE REUNION BADGE
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 »
ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING
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 »
MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH COVER AND STRAP
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 »
US WORLD WAR TWO LEATHER SCABBARD FOR THE M-1 CARBINE
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 »
LEATHER HOLSTER WITH VERBAL ID TO 17TH & 56TH NORTH CAROLINA CAPTAIN
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 »
US WORLD WAR TWO FIVE- POCKET MAGAZINE POUCH FOR THE THOMPSON SUB-MACHINE GUN WITH MAGAZINES
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 »
CLASSIC CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN, INSCRIBED, WITH SLING
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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USMC 1942 DATED MAP CASE
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 »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE
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 »
SMITH MARKED ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM MYERS HILL, SPOTSYLVANIA, EX-KERKSIS
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 »
BURNSIDE PATTERN CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE FROM HARTRANFT’S LINES IN THE GRAND ASSAULT OF MAY 12, 1864 AT SPOTSYLVANIA, EX-KERKSIS
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 »
RELIC PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FOR MODEL 1840 NCO BALDRIC RECOVERED AT STONES RIVER
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 »
DUG SMALL US BELT PLATE
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
SOLD
U.S. M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS IN JANUARY 1958 IN THE LINES OF THE 4th CORPS AT PICKETT’S MILL: ATLANTA CAMPAIGN
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 »
CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM TUNNEL HILL, GA, EX-SYD KERKSIS
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 »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT PATTERN 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH SLING
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 »
ARSENAL MARKED SLING FOR USE ON THE 45/70 KRAG
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 »
BRIDLE LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & HOOK
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 »
EXCELLENT CONDITION U.S. NAVY ENLISTED BELT
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
MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SWORD BELT AND FROG WITH BUCKLE
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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FOOT ARTILLERY BELT WITH NOTE
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
1858 STAMPED BRASS INFANTRY HUNTING HORN
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
CIVIL WAR BRIGADIER GENERAL CASED EPAULETTES
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 »
DUG STRUCK IRON SHEET METAL BUCKLE
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 »
CLASSIC REFERENCE BOOK ON US PLATES
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 »
RELIC US/CS RAKING SPUR RECOVERED FROM FREDERICKSBURG
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 »
NAVAL SABER BAYONET FROG
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 »
U.S. NAVY FRICTION PRIMER BOX
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 »
UNION VIII CORPS VETERAN'S BADGE
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
SELECTION OF CIVIL WAR BRASS HAT LETTERS AND NUMBERS
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 »
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT BETHESDA CHURCH BY SID KERKSIS
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 »
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT FUSSELL’S MILL, ALSO KNOWN AS THE SECOND BATTLE OF DEEP BOTTOM, BY SID KERKSIS IN 1956
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 »
US MODEL 1858 NEW YORK DEPOT SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN
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 »
US REVENUE CUTTER BELT RIG & PLATE
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 »
PAIR OF EARLY STAMPED BRASS EAGLE SHAKO ROSETTES
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 »
ENGRAVED GOLD 20th CONNECTICUT REGIMENTAL BADGE WITH BATTLE HONORS OF LT. OLIVER TAYLOR DOOLITTLE
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 »
RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR ORANGE, VA
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 »
RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
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 »
RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
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 »
DUG 6th CORPS BADGE
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
US M1851 NCO SWORD BELT PLATE RECOVERED IN ORANGE, VIRGINIA
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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US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
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 »
RARE CONFEDERATE KNAPSACK
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 »
CONFEDERATE "RICHMOND" SPUR VARIANT
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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MASSACHUSETTS WAIST BELT PLATE
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 »
US PATTERN 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN IDENTIFIED TO 13TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS
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
SOLD
CIVIL WAR HORSE BIT WITH BRIDLE & REINS
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 »
SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BADGE MADE INTO A WOMAN’S BROOCH
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 »
MAINE VOLUNTEER MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM CASTLEMAN’S FERRY
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
28th NEW JERSEY PAINTED REGIMENTAL EAGLE DRUM IDENTIFIED TO DRUMMER AARON BUZZEE, COMPANY K: FREDERICKSBURG AND CHANCELLORSVILLE!
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
OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED ARTILLERY INSIGNIA
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 »
MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
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 »
CIRCA 1850s EMBROIDERED MILITIA HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG
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 »
DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
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 »
DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE WITH BAYONET MARKS
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 ONLY OF A US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
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 »
DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
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 »
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG
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 »
CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN
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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MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM ORANGE, VIRGINIA
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 »
CIVIL WAR NCO ROUND EAGLE SHOULDER BELT PLATE
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 »
LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK
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 »
US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE, FROM G.A.R. POST 551 COLLECTION (YORK SPRINGS, PA)
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 »
GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO FIREMAN’S BELT
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 »
MILITIA EAGLE PANEL BELT PLATE
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 »
SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR WAIST BELT WITH REPRODUCTION US PLATE AND ORIGINAL BAYONET FOR THE KRAG RIFLE
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 »
SMALL PATTERN 1839 US PLATE WITHOUT LEAD FILL
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 »
MILITIA EAGLE PANEL BELT PLATE 1855-1865
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 »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK MILITIA 1851 PATTERN SWORD BELT PLATE
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 »
RELIC STATE OF NEW YORK “SNY” BELT PLATE
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 »
PAIR OF REGULATION 1851 BUFF EPAULETTES - HORSTMAN MARKED
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
POST CIVIL WAR VIRGINIA TWO-PIECE SWORD BELT BUCKLE
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 »
US MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT AND SCARCE SOLDER-BACKED PLATE
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 »
SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN
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 »
SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN
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 »
1865-1890 US REVENUE CUTTER BELT RIG & PLATE
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 »
TRAVELING COT WITH BAG ID TO A MEMBER OF GENERAL BURNSIDES STAFF WHO EARNED TWO BREVET PROMOTIONS FOR MERITORIOUS AND GALLANT SERVICE
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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BAYONET FROG FOR THE 1854 AUSTRIAN LORENZ
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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EARLY MILITIA CANTEEN
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 »
HORSTMANN COMPANY JAPANNED TIN BOX WITH BRASS LOGO
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 »
POST-CIVIL WAR GEORGIA BELT AND BUCKLE
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 »
US 1903 PEDERSON MAGAZINE POUCH
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 »
SMALL UNENGRAVED SILVER FIFTH CORPS BADGE
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 »
US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT
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
INSCRIBED WARTIME 18th CORPS 2nd DIVISION STAFF CORPS BADGE OF MAJOR HENRY NOYES, 148th NY, AND A.A. INSPECTOR GENERAL, WIA COLD HARBOR
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
IDENTIFIED GROUPING OF ARTIFACTS BELONGING TO PRIVATE JABEZ B. OLES 144th NY INFANTRY AND 1st NY ENGINEERS
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
IMPRESSIVE CAVALRY OFFICER’S BREASTBAND, STANDING MARTINGALE
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
BEAUTIFUL CAVALRY OFFICER’S MARTINGALE
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
CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH WITH LEAD FINIAL
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
MAJOR’S BARS OF CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT JOHN M. DEANE, 29th MASSACHUSETTS, LIEUTENANT, CAPTAIN, AND MAJOR
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 »
CAPTAIN'S BARS OF CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT JOHN M. DEANE, 29th MASSACHUSETTS, LIEUTENANT, CAPTAIN, AND MAJOR
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 »
BEAUTIFUL JEWELER-MADE SILVER AND BLUE ENAMEL FIRST RHODE ISLAND DETACHED MILITIA BADGE
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 »
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS SHOULDER SCALES
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 »
EARLY 19TH CENTURY HORSE BIT
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 »
U.S. M1858 NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER
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 »
EARLY TIN CARTRIDGE BOX TUBES
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 »
TIN FOR THE 1841 RIFLEMEN’S CARTRIDGE BOX
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 »
U.S. MODEL 1872 HAGNER PATENT NEW YORK BELT PLATE
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 »
CONFEDERATE WOOD BULLSEYE CANTEEN!
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 »
CIVIL WAR MASSACHUSETTS OFFICER’S BELT AND BELT PLATE
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 »
MEXICAN WAR M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE
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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BEAUTIFUL 75th INFANTRY REGIMENT OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
VERY NICE US 1832 PATTERN SWORT SWORD DATED 1835 AND REGULATION 1839 PATTERN BELT
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 »
PHOTO ARCHIVE AND INSIGNIA GROUPING WITH CORPS BADGE IDENTIFIED TO 54TH NEW YORK SERGEANT DANIEL MULLER
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
MINT EMBROIDERED CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
EARLY 1920’S REPRODUCTION RECTANGULAR C.S.A. BELT BUCKLE RECOVERED NEAR SPOTSYLVANIA COURT HOUSE IN 1960
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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GRENADIER OR ORDNANCE SHOULDER BELT PLATE
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 »
CIRCA 1820’S SINGLE GOLD BULLION EPAULETTE
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 »
EXTREMELY SCARCE NEW HAMPHIRE OFFICER’S FALSE EMBROIDERED HAT INSIGNIA
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 »
CIVIL WAR KERR REVOLVER HOLSTER ON BELT
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 »
PAIR OF REGULATION 1851 BUFF EPAULETTES - HORSTMANN MARKED
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 »
SMALL PATTERN 1839 OVAL BELT PLATE
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 »
1870’S BRASS CLIPPED CORNER PLATE WITH LARGE “1” AT CENTER
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 »
1870’S BRASS CLIPPED CORNER PLATE
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 »
IDENTIFIED SWORD BELT OF SERGEANT SOLOMON ASHLINE 118th NEW YORK, CAPTURED AT SECOND FAIR OAKS 1864
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
PAIR OF BRASS OFFICER’S STYLE BOX SPURS BY MAXWELL
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 »
LEATHER SLING FOR USE ON AK-47 OR SKS
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 »
POST-CIVIL WAR LADDER BADGE OF ILLINOIS SOLDIER S.A. RIDGE, 59TH ILL. VOLS.
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 SIZE CIVIL WAR ERA SPURS – LIKELY FOR LADIES OR CHILDREN
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 »
LEAD FILLED COMPANY LETTER “R”
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
LEATHER SLING FOR THE PATTERN 1898 HAVERSACK
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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DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR
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 »
DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR
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 »
2nd CORPS BADGE IN RELIC CONDITION
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
DUG 3rd CORPS BADGE
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
RELIC 5th CORPS BADGE
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
DUG PORTION OF 7TH CORPS BADGE
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
ARSENAL MARKED CAVALRY CARBINE SLING
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 »
MILITARY GOODS TIN BOX
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 »
TIN DRUM CANTEEN
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 »
SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BROOCH
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 »
DUG SILVER 18TH CORPS ID BADGE FOR 98TH NEW YORK SOLDIER WOUNDED IN ACTION
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 »
EARLY 20TH CENTURY FLUGELHORN
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 »
CIVIL WAR MEDICAL CORPS INSIGNIA
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 »
RELIC 5TH CORPS BADGE
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 »
US MODEL 1872 CAVALRY INSIGNIA
Generally in very fine condition; photos above are representative of available stock. (ST500007). Learn More »
FINE CONDITION BRASS INFANTRY BUGLE INSIGNIA
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
MILITIA TIN DRUM CANTEEN
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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JULY 1863 LETTER BY FAMED COL. JOSHUA LAWRENCE CHAMBERLAIN OF THE 20TH MAINE
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 »
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