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SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN
This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5.5” long, a size sometimes thought to be just for priming powder for a flintlock, but convenient enough to be… (1179-1564). Learn More »
$39.50
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US SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR MODEL 1898 HAVERSACK
This haversack is bigger than its 1874 counterpart meas. approx.. 14.25 x 16.00 inches.The bag is made of khaki canvas with an exterior that is strongly stenciled “U.S.” The outer flap is anchored… (772-153). Learn More »
$125.00
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OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS 1961 AT HARPERS FERRY
This regulation plate comes with Syd Kerksis’ original collection envelope with notations at top indicating he found it at Harpers Ferry in November 1961. Kerkis was one of the legendary early relic… (2024-291). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN
This regulation Civil War canteen has a full, original, “shoddy” gray cover showing a typical mix of different color specks from the use of various scrap fabrics in making the cloth. The seams are… (2024-321). Learn More »
M1851 US BELT RIG WITH PLATE AND ALL STRAPS
This is a very nice condition buff leather sword belt. The exterior leather surfaces are clean and in excellent condition. The leather is strong and supple with no weak spots. Both the sword hangers… (286-1331). Learn More »
REFERENCE BOOK ON US MILITARY BELTS
Softcover volume titled “AMERICAN MILITARY BELTS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT” by R. Stephen Dorsey, Volume meas. approx. 8.50 x 11.00 inches and runs 129 pages and was published by Pioneer Press of… (1235-518). Learn More »
HAGNER PATTERN 1872 PATTERN NEW JERSEY WAIST BELT PLATE
Rectangular plate is made of cast brass with the letters “NJ” within an oval on a stippled field at center. Reverse has the tongue with an integral keeper on one end. [jet] [ph:L] … (1235-441). Learn More »
$125.00
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RELIC CS CAVALRY CARBINE SLING BUCKLE RECOVERED AT BRANDY STATION VIRGINIA
Buckle is in complete and solid though it does show some signs of repair. The frame and tongues are fine and all bear a chocolate brown patina. The central bar that holds the two tongues appears to… (2023-3190). Learn More »
$45.00
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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 »
EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE FRAME BUCKLE FROM THIRD WINCHESTER
This is a very fine condition “Heavy Thick” Confederate frame waist belt buckle. See #170 on page 97 of Mullinax’s “Confederate Buckles & Plates” book. In very good condition with dark… (490-6337). Learn More »
$795.00
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NON-DUG HARDEE HAT EAGLE INSIGNIA
Regulation 1858 eagle used on enlisted man's dress (Hardee) hat to loop the side of the dress hat up. It was originally introduced in 1851 as a pompon eagle, attached to the base of the pompon holder… (490-6479). Learn More »
$100.00
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US CIVIL WAR ENLISTED MAN’S WAIST BELT WITH PLATE
Plate is attached to the reverse side of the leather belt but from the wear patterns it has been this way for many years. Plate can be reversed if done with care. The belt is in good solid condition.… (490-5896). Learn More »
$325.00
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SMALL PATTERN US OVAL PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE: BATTLE OF SHILOH
This is a good example of the regulation small size US oval belt plate, excavated at the site of the April 1862 Battle of Shiloh, where Grant fought off attacks by Confederate General Albert Sidney… (490-5815). Learn More »
$325.00
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BATTLE OF SHILOH IRON FRAME BUCKLE
This non-descript iron frame buckle was recovered at Shiloh and although simple, shows some care in its construction in using a center bar that widens toward the middle where it is given a deep groove… (490-5814). Learn More »
FINE CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL CLOTH SLING
Here is a pleasing and handsome example of a Confederate wooden drum canteen. As with most wood drum canteens produced during the war, this circular specimen appears to be made of cedar or cherry wood… (490-6245). Learn More »
BATTLE OF SHILOH CIVIL WAR EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE
This is the regulation US plate worn on the infantry cartridge box sling and was recovered at Shiloh, fought April 6-7, 1862, up to that point the largest battle of the war, one that made and almost… (490-5812). Learn More »
$225.00
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CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG
This cartridge box plate was recovered at Gettysburg, though we have no specification find location on the field. This is the standard M1839 cartridge box plate used by Union infantry throughout the… (490-5811). Learn More »
$300.00
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MANN’S WAISTBELT WITH BUCKLE, CAP BOX & ONE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH VERBAL ID TO 116TH NEW YORK SOLDIER - FROM TEXAS MUSEUM
William Mann, an officer in the 7th Michigan Cavalry, patented a system in late 1863 for both cavalry and infantry that distributed the weight of ammunition and accouterments more evenly and placed… (1179-416). 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 »
RELIC CONFEDERATE RICHMOND PATTERN RAKING SPUR
This raking spur has the simple, wide, flat side bars and flat rectangular neck you look for in a Richmond spur as first identified by Albaugh in Confederate Arms. This is a variation using a… (490-6766). Learn More »
$325.00
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CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED EAGLE BREAST PLATE
This regulation US infantry cartridge box sling plate was recovered at Chickamauga, the two-day battle of the western theatre in September 1863, with losses second only to Gettysburg in the whole war.… (490-5809). Learn More »
$225.00
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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 »
EXCAVATED 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… (490-5895). 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 »
BATTLE OF FRANKLIN CIVIL WAR EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE
This is the regulation US plate worn on the infantry cartridge box sling and was recovered at Franklin, Tennessee, the site of Hood’s disastrous attack on the troops of Gen. John M. Schofield on… (490-5807). Learn More »
$215.00
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MAKER MARKED BUFF LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING
Very nice white buff leather carbine sling that was dyed dark to meet the 1851 regulations. The dark dye has held its color. Leather is in very good shape and is still very pliable. Sling is complete… (1000-740). Learn More »
$1,480.00
Originally $1,850.00
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 »
51st NY ID’D NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN
This is a real, issued and field-used Civil War canteen, nicely identified by the soldier by carving his name, “F. Howard,” in the spout, something of A necessity if you wanted to get your own… (149-38). Learn More »
$625.00
Originally $695.00
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U.S. M1863 ARTILLERY BIT
This is a regulation US Model 1863 artillery bit showing mottled color from losses to its tin coating revealing the underlying iron, and a few spots of resulting standing rust. The rings and bosses… (160-125). Learn More »
$225.00
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VERY GOOD CONDITION NAMED CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX
This well-made Confederate cartridge box follows the lines of the prewar rifle boxes intended for wear on the waist belt only. Made of black leather, the box is in very good condition and shows the… (1179-587). Learn More »
$3,000.00
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US CIVIL WAR BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH SLING AND NAME ON SPOUT – POSSIBLE 87TH PENNSYLVANIA CONNECTION
This canteen is in used, but good condition for its age. The body is covered in brown wool cloth that is soiled and stained from use but shows only two or three small areas where the cloth has worn… (149-39). Learn More »
$550.00
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CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1851 DRUM STICK CARRIAGE
This would go well with a Civil War drum or collection of Civil War music related pieces. This plate is shown in the 1851 regulations and was used throughout the war. The body is a sheet of rolled… (766-1922). Learn More »
RARE EXCELLENT CONDITIONED MODEL 1910 GENERAL OFFICER’S GARRISON BELT
OD green web belt with two piece tongue and wreath style plate. Belt is tightly woven and meas. approx. 2.00 inches wide. The belt can be adjusted for size on each end by the use of a blackened iron… (1047-148). Learn More »
$350.00
Originally $475.00
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
RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR CHANCELLORSVILLE, VA
A Model 1839 cartridge box plate with central “US”. Plate shows great green patina. There is a slight reverse curl of the edge and several freeze cracks, but no severe damage. Reverse has 100% of… (1235-71). Learn More »
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 »
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN BY SID KERKSIS IN 1966
This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Kennesaw Mountain by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1480). Learn More »
$495.00
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CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX OF GEORGE WASHINGTON LITTON 29th VIRGINIA, CAPTURED AT DINWIDDIE COURTHOUSE/FIVE FORKS, DIED AS P.O.W. MAY 1865
This Confederate-made cartridge box follows the general lines of the U.S. 1857 pattern, is clearly inscribed by the Confederate soldier, is in excellent condition, must have made a wonderful war… (1179-627). Learn More »
$3,500.00
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OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED NEAR BLOODY LANE AT ANTIETAM
This regulation M1839 oval US infantry belt plate was recovered near Bloody Lane at Antietam. The face has a medium brown patina at center mixed with grayish white along the edges, in some recesses… (490-5860). Learn More »
$300.00
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EXCAVATED US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG
This excavated Model 1839 US cartridge box plate has well defined thick-and-thin lettering and a raised outer and inner rim. The plate shows as green and brown with some grayish-white residue. There… (490-5823). 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. CIVIL WAR SIGNAL CORPS CANTEEN
This scarce Civil War Signal Corps canteen was used to carry fuel (“turpentine or other burning fluid’) for the special torches used in night signaling, and was part of the “regulation… (1179-483). Learn More »
SHILOH RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Scarce recovery from the most famous western battlefield. Regulation US 1839 pattern plate for the cartridge box, die struck rolled brass with raised US and rim, lead solder filled back to anchor iron… (490-5821). Learn More »
$225.00
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FREDERICKSBURG RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Regulation US 1839 pattern plate for the cartridge box, die struck rolled brass with raised US and rim, lead solder filled back to anchor iron wire loops for attachment, stiffness to the plate, and… (490-5818). Learn More »
ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
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… (1216-90). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR INFANTRY LIEUTENANT COLONEL SHOULDER STRAPS
Field grade officer’s shoulder straps are scarce. Infantry regiments usually fielded ten companies with three officers each, but just one of each grade of field officer to the entire regiment: a… (2024-87). Learn More »
$525.00
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VERY NICE TONGUE PORTION OF CONFEDERATE TWO-PIECE SWORD BELT PLATE
This is the dug “CS” tongue half of the classic Confederate “tongue and wreath” sword belt buckle. In near perfect excavated condition; perhaps just the slightest “pull” on the belt loop.… (1235-75). Learn More »
$975.00
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CONFEDERATE SMALL BRASS RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE, RECOVERED FROM SMYRNA, TN.
Rectangular sheet brass plate for waist belts. This excavated example and was typically used by Confederates during the Civil War. Measures approximately 68 x 43mm. Excavated condition with dark brown… (490-5881). Learn More »
IMPERIAL RUSSIAN BUCKLE
Plate is made of thin stamped brass with clipped corners. At center of the face is a crowned two-headed imperial eagle with spread wings. The eagle is flanked by Cyrillic letters. The back of the… (1100-119). Learn More »
$70.00
Originally $100.00
CLASSIC CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN, INSCRIBED, WITH SLING
This is a great example of the classic Civil War Confederate wood drum canteen. Often referred to the Gardner pattern, this was a simple design well within the abilities not only of coopers, but other… (1202-103). Learn More »
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… (490-6243). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NCO’S SWORD BELT WITH PATTERN 1851 BUCKLE
This is a non-commissioned officer’s sword belt in good condition. Belt is constructed of heavy buff leather. Belt leather measures approximately 34” long overall x 1 ¾” wide. Leather has been… (490-6283). Learn More »
OFFICER’S FALSE BOOTS
A very good condition set of officer’s false boots. These would be worn with shoes, spreading over the top of the shoe to hide the laces and keep out dirt, but imitating the high riding boots… (1179-429). 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
PAIR OF CIVIL WAR SADDLE BLANKET STRAPS
Matched pair of bridle leather straps with rectangular iron buckles. They measure approximately 31" long and 3/4" wide. Tooled edge. Buckels measure 2" x 1.25" and are stitched in place. Both straps… (1179-509). Learn More »
FIFTH INFANTRY CAPTAIN’S EPAULETS AND KEPI
This set belonged to an unidentified officer in a 5th Infantry regiment judging from the officer’s embroidered hunting horn insignia on the front of the cap with a “5” in the loop of the horn,… (1179-354). Learn More »
BRASS SPUR FROM SURGEON OF 10TH PA. RESERVE INFANTRY
A single brass spur complete with pointy iron rowel. Non-regulation style spur with rounded neck and round boot strap loops. Brass is clean with mellow tone. Reportedly part of the belongings of… (340-03). Learn More »
$190.00
Originally $215.00
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 »
CIVIL WAR INFANTRY SECOND LIEUTENANT’S SHOULDER STRAPS
This is a very good pair of infantry shoulder straps for a second lieutenant, the junior officer of an infantry company, serving under a first lieutenant and a captain as company commander, and… (2023-3244). Learn More »
$425.00
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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… (490-6288). Learn More »
$750.00
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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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RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE WITH LEATHER THONG – COLD HARBOR
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 is “crusty” and slightly dirt… (490-5930). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE MOVABLE TONGUE, WISHBONE FRAME BUCKLE
One of the more distinctive Confederate belt buckles is the frame pattern, which comes in several styles with fixed and movable tongues in different shapes and configurations. This is the classic… (766-1982). Learn More »
LARGE IRON TRIPOD FOR SIBLEY TENT
This rare item is a sturdy iron tripod made to support the center pole in a Civil War era Sibley tent. Three iron legs measuring approximately 52” long are pinned into a cast iron “cup”. The… (1000-896). Learn More »
$750.00
Originally $950.00
RELIC U.S. ENLISTEDMAN’S BELT PLATE FROM GETTYSBURG, KEN BREAM COLLECTION
This excavated Pattern 1839 oval US waist belt plate has a smooth dark brown patina. The brass face has central “US”. The plate’s reverse has 99% of the lead fill with initials carved on the… (2024-31). Learn More »
$595.00
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“DINGEE” MARKED SMALL SIZE U.S. 1839 OVAL WAIST BELT PLATE ON MAKER MARKED BUFF WAIST BELT
Offered here is a very nice Mexican War era 1839 pattern “baby” oval US waist belt and buckle. These early infantry plates mirrored the narrow belts worn by infantry during the Mexican War and… (2023-3225). Learn More »
$595.00
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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 »
US CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT APPOMATTOX
Face has a well stamped eagle and is very clean with an even chocolate patina. Center of the eagle’s chest has a small, straight line indentation running horizontally. Plate is complete with 100% of… (490-5853). Learn More »
$200.00
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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 »
STRAPS: THE EVOLUTION OF U.S. ARMY SHOULDER STRAPS BY DR. HOWARD G. LANHAM
Originally $27.95, now just $20.00. Brand new copies, softcover, 210 pp. 8 ½” x 11”, numerous b&w photos & illustrations. Published 1988. This extensively researched and documented book… (2024-20). Learn More »
GETTYSBURG NON-DUG CONFEDERATE WISHBONE BUCKLE, EX-ROSENSTEEL
We offer here a Gettysburg recovered, non-dug Confederate “wishbone” buckle from the Rosensteel family collections. The Rosensteels will be familiar to any Gettysburg collector. For details see… (766-1983). 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 »
RECTANGULAR CSA BELT PLATE FROM THE BATTLEFIELD OF KERNSTOWN, VA
This is a very good example of the classic rectangular CSA belt plate with all three hooks in place on the reverse. This comes with an old collector’s string tag reading: “’Virginia’ type… (1216-174). Learn More »
$3,950.00
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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 »
US CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT SEVEN PINES
This is a dug U.S. waist belt plate. Nice piece that shows a light wear and a few small dings on face and edge. Face has good brown patina. Full lead on reverse with “puppy-paw” style hooks in… (490-5847). 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 »
EXCELLENT TWO-PIECE VIRGINIA BELT BUCKLE BY JAMES S. SMITH
This Virginia buckle has wonderful detail and is certainly a pre-war product of James S. Smith of New York, known also as James S. Smith & Sons starting in 1860. The die work on the tongue is… (1216-175). Learn More »
$3,950.00
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RELIC CONDITION MODEL 1855 RIFLEMEN’S BUCKLE FROM THE WILDERNESS
This example of the U.S. Model 1855 Rifleman’s buckle has both of its belt support slides as well as the two fastening plates. One of the plate sections is missing the tongue. All the pieces were… (490-5838). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NAVY OFFICER’S WAIST BELT AND TWO-PIECE BUCKLE
This black leather belt is folded and stitched with nice edge tooling. Belt measures approximately 1.75 inches wide and 32” long overall. Leather “uniform protector” remains in place under the… (1179-608). Learn More »
PATTERN 1839 OVAL US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG AT DREWRY’S BLUFF BY SID KERKSIS IN 1958
This plate was recovered at Drewry’s Bluff by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War projectiles. The plate comes… (2023-2990). Learn More »
US CIVIL WAR “BURNSIDE” EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT STONES RIVER
Plate is smaller in size than the usual pattern breast plate. Face has a well stamped eagle and is free from dings and dents. Face has a nice mixed patina of brown and green. Plate has 50% of the lead… (490-5829). 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 »
US WORLD WAR TWO MODEL 1928 HAVERSACK IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
Haversack is made of OD Green canvas that is in excellent condition. Unlike haversacks in most earlier wars this one was carried on the soldier’s back like a pack. The main central compartment is… (1216-16). Learn More »
US WORLD WAR TWO MODEL 1928 HAVERSACK IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
Haversack is made of OD Green canvas that is in excellent condition. Unlike haversacks in most earlier wars this one was carried on the soldier’s back like a pack. The main central compartment is… (1216-15). 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 »
ATTRACTIVE DISPLAY WITH ORIGINAL US INFANTRY HORN INSIGNIA AND FRAGMENT OF CIVIL WAR PERIOD FLAG
Double matted in cream and red and measures 11” x14”, unframed. Original brass infantry insignia at center, on top of a 3 ½” x 2 ½” fragment of a 34 star flag. Minor bump at upper right… (M25233). 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 »
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 »
FRAMED RELICS DUG FROM THE CAMP OF THE 71ST NEW YORK INFANTRY AT DONCASTER, MARYLAND
Frame contains 11 pieces. An infantry hunting horn insignia at center, surrounded by seven three-piece New York “EXCELSIOR” coat buttons and one three-piece cuff button of the same style as well… (410-854). Learn More »
IDENTIFIED FIRST LIEUTENANT OF INFANTRY SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS: MARION COUNTY REGIMENT INDIANA LEGION AND 104th INDIANA “MINUTE MEN”
These infantry 1st Lieutenant shoulder straps are the Smith patent, using thin stamped gilt brass in imitation of bullion embroidery for the borders and the rank bars, which are attached to a light… (480-335). Learn More »
VERY VERY NICE U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
This US shoulder belt plate was to be affixed on the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face remains clean and bright.… (172-5966). Learn More »
$225.00
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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S OR PRIVATE PURCHASE HAVERSACK WITH STENCIL
Scarce Civil War privately purchased haversack. These were better quality than the issue version, but are just as scarce or scarcer, less from durability than from the sheer numbers made of the… (1179-484). Learn More »
$1,850.00
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GERMAN SILVER BUGLE AND DISCHARGE OF BEVERLY W. MUSSELMAN, COMPANY MUSICIAN AND PRINCIPAL MUSICIAN: 13th PA Militia, 178th PA, 210th PA. MENTIONED IN A 1915 COUNTY HISTORY
This German silver bugle is made with a double-coil tube fitted with ferrules joining the sections and has a bell garland. It matches very closely a horn made by Joerdans of NY, illustrated as Figure… (2023-2833). Learn More »
TWO-PIECE OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE
This brass t2o-piece interlocking officer’s sword belt plate is a pattern that started about 1830 and was very popular among pre-Civil War militia officers, some of whom wore them into service… (142-100). Learn More »
$550.00
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SCARCE PAIR OF ELEGANT CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S BRASS EAGLEHEAD BOX-TYPE SPURS
A very nice pair of English-made spurs imported for the American market combining the scarce military eagle-head form of spur with a just as scarce patented “box-type” fastening system. The system… (1179-487). Learn More »
$2,500.00
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CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE FROM THE SITE OF HATCH’S ASSAULT AT SECOND MANASSAS
This is a nice example of the regulation belt plate for the infantry cartridge box shoulder sling recovered at a critical spot on the battlefield of Second Manassas: the site of Hatch’s August 30… (490-5828). Learn More »
$495.00
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PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE FROM GETTYSBURG
The face of the plate has a good strong “US” stamping and a mixed dusty looking light and dark patina from ground action and oxidation. Reverse has 95% of the lead fill with both arrow hooks and… (490-5790). Learn More »
$450.00
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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 »
SMALL PATTERN OVAL SNY WAIST BELT PLATE
Face has a very nice light patina with a crisp “SNY” stamping at center. Left edge has one ding while the face is free of nicks. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill. Both the single arrowhead hook… (490-5760). Learn More »
$695.00
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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 »
U.S. BELT PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS EAST OF THE CHURCH AT SHILOH IN AUGUST 1960
This regulation oval US belt plate comes from the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known early collector, historian and author, and still has his collection envelope annotated with the find location… (490-5804). Learn More »
CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE FROM 9th CORPS LINES AT THE WILDERNESS, 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 and comes with his annotated envelope indicating he… (490-5800). Learn More »
$495.00
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CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE FROM THE AREA OF SCHENK’S DIVISION AT 2nd BULL RUN, GROVETON, EX-KERKSIS
This was originally in the collection of Syd Kerksis, a well known early relic hunter, collector and author of several respected books on Civil War material. It comes with Kerksis’s collection… (490-5782). 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 »
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 THE POSITION OF THE 4th ARMY CORPS AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN, EX-KERKSIS
This regulation US cartridge box plate was recovered by Syd Kerksis, well known early relic hunter, collector and author, in the position covered by the 4th Army Corps in Sherman’s assault at… (490-5778). Learn More »
CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS IN MAY 1960 IN THE 5th CORPS LINES ON SHADY GROVE ROAD
This cartridge box plate comes from Union 5th Corps positions in the Battle of Shady Grove Road, sometimes called the Battle of Totopotomoy Creek, fought May 28-30, 1864, as Grant continued to edge… (490-5776). Learn More »
CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM THE AREA OF SCHENK’S DIVISION AT 2nd BULL RUN, EX-KERKSIS
This is the standard 1839 pattern cartridge box plate made of die-struck rolled brass with a lead-solder filled back serving both as an ornament and to hold down the flap of the cartridge box if left… (490-5775). Learn More »
$450.00
SOLD
CIVIL WAR RIFLE SLING ALTERED FOR USE ON THE 50/70 SPRINGFIELD
Brown leather sling made of two sections of leather sewn together with a sewn keeper at one end and a long brass hook on the other. Sling meas. approx. 1.25 inches wide x 63.00 inches long and has two… (172-5933). Learn More »
US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM RESACA, EX-SYD KERKSIS
This regulation US cartridge box plate was recovered in April 1955 at Resaca by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil… (490-5773). 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 »
CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN
This is a very nice Confederate militia style tin drum canteen. The canteen is approximately 7” in diameter by 2.75” thick. All parts are nicely soldered together. Both faces are convex (bowing… (490-5867). Learn More »
LATE 1890’S MILLS CARTRIDGE BELT WITH PLATE
Dark blue web belt with a single row of sewn loops for holding ammunition. Belt meas. approx. 3.00 inches wide by 40.50 inches long including the plate. Belt has four centrally mounted grommets on the… (998-849). Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $275.00
RESTORED US MODEL 1863 ARTILLERY BIT
For various reasons in 1868 the Ordnance Board issued Memoranda #9 that read; “TINNING ARTILLERY AND CAVALRY BITS – The Board recommend (sic) that all new artillery and cavalry bits should be… (998-841). Learn More »
$125.00
Originally $225.00
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 »
CIVIL WAR INFANTRY OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED CAP INSIGNIA
Gold colored hunting horns with a full loop became the regulation insignia for U.S. infantry in 1851 and lasted until the adoption of crossed rifles in 1875. This is a very good example of the… (998-653). Learn More »
$395.00
Originally $550.00
NICE DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
Face has a dark patina with a light scattered brown discoloration. There is good detail to the eagle. There is a small dent to the edge but it is not major. Reverse has about 98% of the lead fill and… (2023-2601). Learn More »
SMALL “BURNSIDE” PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FOUND IN THE WILDERNESS IN 1956
Smaller-size eagle breast plate often called the “Burnside” breast plate and associated with troops from Maine and are often recovered with “VMM” plates. Stamped brass face is clean and smooth… (286-1266). Learn More »
US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Oval Pattern 1839 US cartridge box plate complete with both hooks. Face has a light speckled patina and a good “US” stamping. Face has no major dings or dents. Lead on the reverse is 100% with… (2023-2495). Learn More »
INFANTRY OFFICER’S BULLION HAT INSIGNIA
Embroidered Infantry hunting horn insignia done entirely in gold bullion thread. The backing is the usual black felt cut into an odd trapezoidal shape with no border. The edge of the bell and the… (380-70). 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
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
CS WOOD DRUM CANTEEN WITH CARVING
The wood on this canteen has a light or “blonde” finish. The body panels are in good condition and free from cracks. They have a worn smooth surface while the side pieces are dark along the edges… (1000-558). Learn More »
$2,000.00
Originally $2,500.00
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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 »
US CIVIL WAR CAVALRY SPUR FROM 2ND MANASSAS
Relic brass spur is complete with a complete iron rowel. Regulation Federal style spur with square strap brackets at ends of arms. Found with small strap roller buckle. Perfect even brown patina with… (236-171). Learn More »
$95.00
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U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE – IDENTIFIED TO OHIO SOLDIER
This U.S. eagle plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face exhibits a beautiful, smooth chocolate brown… (236-197). Learn More »
$650.00
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NEW YORK DEPOT SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN MADE BY J. C. JOHNSON & CO UNDER CONTRACT OF FEBRUARY 5, 1865 – SLING INSPECTOR MARKED
The canteen is complete with the sling and cork stopper and a partial cover. One side of the body has a shallow dent at center while the opposite side is good. All three sling keepers are present. The… (1205-04). Learn More »
EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE STATES CIVIL WAR “GUTTER-BACK” FRAME BUCKLE” RECOVERED BY BILL GAVIN
This original, Confederate waist buckle is a good dug specimen of a brass, rectangular ‘gutter-back frame’ buckle recovered from a CS camp site near Hamilton’s Crossing in Fredericksburg, VA.… (575-13). Learn More »
$595.00
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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… (1052-665). Learn More »
$375.00
SOLD
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 »
U.S. NAVAL BUFF LEATHER SWORD FROG
Wide belt loop at top with 1 ¾” opening in lower section. Leather is in very good to excellent condition with all stitching tight. Reverse of belt loop is stamped with, “134”. Measures 3… (490-5339). 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 »
ORIGINAL MODEL 1842 MUSKET SLING
This is a leather sling designed for use with M1842 smoothbore muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop at one end and a brass hook on the other, which is retained by flap sewn down. This hook… (172-5932). 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 »
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 »
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 smooth brown patina. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill. Both wire loops remain strong. This plate was recovered near… (1184-109). 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 »
CONFEDERATE MISSISSIPPI STYLE CAVALRY SPUR
This Confederate spur uses oval, slotted strap plates, and somewhat crudely cast convex side bars that extend smoothly into the goose-neck style neck with rounded tip and flat sides at the rowel… (1184-159). Learn More »
US M1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE RECOVERED IN ORANGE, VIRGINIA
Standard regulation M1851 Officer’s sword belt plate measuring 2 inches by 3 ¼ inches with integral wreath, and although in relic condition, the stippled background and sunburst are still clearly… (1184-128). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE RICHMOND “BRANDY” SPUR
This is a classic Confederate cavalry spur and is in very good condition. Only the iron rowel is missing. The brass has a green/brown patina. There are no bends, breaks or repairs. Howard Crouch… (1184-154). Learn More »
U.S. 1834 OFFICER’S SWORD OF MAJOR R.M. KIRBY U.S. ARMY WITH 6th PLATE AMBROTYPE BY REES OF SON JOSEPH L.S. KIRBY AS C.S. ARMY 2nd LIEUTENANT WITH THIS VERY SWORD, PART OF AN EXTENSIVE FAMILY ARCHIVE
This substantial archive descended in the family of Joseph Lee Smith Kirby (4 Nov. 1841- 28 July 1933,) who left West Point to join the Confederate Army in 1861 and was among the last to surrender in… (870-310). Learn More »
$23,750.00
Originally $31,500.00
YORK COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA POWDER HORN
This horn likely dates to roughly 1750 to 1825 or so, and follows a classic York County style with a domed wood base plug with turned grooves. It features two fine lines turned around the base of the… (490-4338). Learn More »
$495.00
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RELIC U.S. ENLISTEDMAN’S EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM CEDAR CREEK, 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… (2023-761). 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 »
CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S ARTILLERY HAT INSIGNIA
Crossed cannons made of gold bullion thread with a red felt center bordered by dead bullion on a black felt square. Overall dimensions of the item are 2.00 x 1.75 inches. Some light surface dirt… (33-387). Learn More »
$280.00
Originally $400.00
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 »
CHASSEUR OFFICER’S WOOL EPAULETTES
Epaulette upper-surfaces are forest green wool. The edge of the outer shell is yellow with a single thin yellow cord border to the inside. Forest green wool fringe hangs down. Each epaulette has a… (665-07). Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $275.00
VERY RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR 84th REGIMENT, ROYAL HIGHLAND EMIGRANTS, CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE, ONE OF FIVE KNOWN
This is one of five known examples of the rare cartridge box plate worn by the Royal Highland Emigrants, the 84th Regiment of Foot, in the Revolutionary War. These are identical to the plates worn by… (844-32). Learn More »
GOLD PRESENTATION POST COMMANDER G.A.R. BADGE OF MICHAEL RIORDON
This beautiful gold G.A.R. badge is dated 1894, very close to the highpoint of the veterans’ organization when it reached more than 400,000 in 1890 and was a powerful force in politics and… (30-2237). Learn More »
$2,200.00
Originally $2,950.00
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 »
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 »
BRITISH ARMY AND NAVY CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY LIMITED MARKED SQUARE/TRANSIT TOOL
This engineer’s square or transit is stamped on one leg, “Army & Navy C.S.L.” The Army and Navy Cooperative Society Limited was founded in 1871 as a non-profit cooperative to provide goods… (30-2115). Learn More »
$275.00
Originally $395.00
RELIC PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM FREDERICKSBURG
Face is heavily encrusted from ground action. Eagle detail is slightly subdued. Reverse has 98% of the lead fill and one rusted loop. Recovered at Fredericksburg. [ad]… (2022-1422). 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 »
MILITIA RIFLE COMPANY STORAGE CHEST ABOUT 1825-1845
A very scarce U.S. militia rifle company’s storage chest. This measures 31.75 inches wide, 17 inches deep and stands 12.5 inches tall. It has excellent original period forest green paint with… (30-2147). Learn More »
$675.00
Originally $975.00
CONFEDERATE RIFLE MUSKET SLING
This sling is constructed in the same way as a standard U.S. sling, with fixed brass hook on one and standing loop on the other, but shows poor alignment of the holes and irregular spacing that would… (1142-91). Learn More »
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 »
RELIC PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM FREDERICKSBURG
Face has a nice dusty brown patina with a good eagle stamping. Reverse has 100% of the speckled lead fill but no hooks. Recovered at Fredericksburg. [ad] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~… (2022-1421). Learn More »
RELIC PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM FREDERICKSBURG, WITH MAKER’S MARK
Face has a splotchy brown patina and heavy discoloration from ground action. Reverse has 100% of the lead with one rusted loop. Maker mark, “W.H. SMITH / ____LYN” partially visible on… (2022-1420). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR ERA BANDLEADERS’ BATON
Baton meas. approx. 48.00 inches long overall. It has a large, two-piece brass ball at the top attached to a 37.50 inch dark wood shaft with a brass finial at bottom. Still attached in the original… (2022-1038). Learn More »
$395.00
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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 »
U.S. NAVY FUSE BOX (BOSTON NAVY YARD)
Dyed leather box measuring 4.25 x 3 x 2". Internal stamp on front side (beneath outer flap): "U.S. N.[avy] Y. [ard]/ BOSTON". Front outer flap cracking with flaking spot at bottom edge & on upper… (406-70C). Learn More »
$125.00
Originally $250.00
SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BADGE
After the conclusion of the Civil War, several organizations were founded by veterans of the Union armed forces to commemorate the service and sacrifice of those who had served the Union cause during… (766-1839). 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 »
BOYD AND SONS CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Introduced in 1839 to be ornamental and functional, the cartridge box plate was made of stamped, rolled brass with a lead solder filled back and served to keep the box flap down even if the soldier… (766-1569). Learn More »
$275.00
Originally $325.00
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
DUG US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Face has a mixed dark brown and green patina. The green is usually caused by fertilizer showing the plate may have come from an open field rather than woods. The actual location of recovery is… (595-1893). Learn More »
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
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US INFANTRY OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED CAP INSIGNIA
Just over two inches from end to end, this small pattern 1858 infantry horn insignia made of gold bullion is backed on wool felt. There is a small tear near the horn on the upper lefthand side. These… (380-64). Learn More »
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 »
MAINE VOLUNTEER “VMM” BELT 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… (1156-32). Learn More »
US MODEL 1858 NY DEPOT SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH SLING AND COVER
The body this canteen is in good used condition with only one or two very minor dents felt in the body under its brown wool cover. The canteen has two of the three sling keepers. The one that is… (490-4333). Learn More »
US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH PORTION OF LEATHER
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 attractive… (595-1906). Learn More »
EMBROIDERED NEW YORK OFFICER’S “EXCELSIOR” CHAPEAU INSIGNIA
This very fine and fancy insignia features an embroidered New York State Seal. The State Seal features an eagle atop the New York crest with “EXCELSIOR” applied to a ribbon under. Highly ornate,… (480-291). Learn More »
EMBROIDERED MOUNTED RIFLEMAN’S INSIGNIA
This insignia features an embroidered bugle with tasseled cord. The Riflemen’s insignia looks like a true bugle as opposed to the round French horn used by the Civil War infantry. This piece appears… (480-287). 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 »
ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING
This is a leather sling for use with Civil War-era rifle muskets. This is a Pattern 1857 musket sling which was originally designed for the US Model 1855 rifle musket, and subsequently saw use with… (1142-92). Learn More »
$250.00
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EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT HARPER’S FERRY
Pattern 1826 eagle breastplate with a nice even chocolate patina and good detail to the striking of the eagle. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill but only the remains of both attachment loops. Written… (490-4252). Learn More »
$225.00
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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 »
$180.00
Originally $200.00
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 »
$50.00
Originally $95.00
VERY ATTRACTIVE GOLD G.A.R. POST COMMANDER’S BADGE: HE “MARCHED AT 17 TO THE SEA WITH GENERAL SHERMAN”
This beautiful, inscribed gold G.A.R. badge is a special presentation version of a Post Commander’s badge presented by the veterans to their Post Commander Henry C. Cann as he became a Past Post… (30-2257). 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 »
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG
Plate has a slight concave appearance. It is complete despite three minor freeze cracks in the edge. There is no missing brass. Eagle stamping is visible but is subdued in areas due to dirt build… (2022-1429). 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 »
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… (2022-1426). 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 »
WHITE BUFF MODEL 1832 HEAVY ARTILLERY SWORD BELT WITH PLATE
White buff leather is in excellent condition. The belt is constructed in three sections which are connected by two square brass rings. Hanging from the rings is a white buff frog for a Model 1832… (766-1604). Learn More »
$1,250.00
Originally $1,500.00
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 »
WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN UNISSUED PAIR OF LUFTWAFFE 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 »
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 »
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 »
CONFEDERATE MISSISSIPPI STYLE CAVALRY SPUR
This Confederate spur uses oval, slotted strap plates, and somewhat crudely cast convex side bars that extend smoothly into the goose-neck style neck with rounded tip and flat sides at the rowel box.… (1184-160). Learn More »
MAINE VOLUNTEER “VMM” BELT PLATE FROM ORANGE, VA
O’Donnell and Campbell date the purchase of these plates by the state of Maine between 1855 and 1861 for the Volunteer Militia of Maine, organized in 1851, and which furnished ten regiments of… (1184-144). 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 »
CENTRAL VIRGINIA POWDER HORN
This powder horn uses a flat base plug secured to the body with brass tacks and mounts a simple brass finial for a strap or cord. The body is solid, with no cracks or wormholes and shows as a… (1184-76). 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 »
US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE DUG A FREDERICKSBURG
The face is slightly discolored from ground action leaving a mix of dark and light patina. The face is free of cracks and bends. Eagle stamping is good but slightly subdued due to oxidation. Reverse… (2022-1423). 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
EXCAVATED MARTINGALE HEART
Martingale hearts are an interesting subcategory of military plates. O’Donnell and Campbell illustrate a variety dating from about 1812 to 1900 as Plates 419 to 438 in American Military Belt Plates.… (1184-138). Learn More »
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 »
VERY FINE VETERAN RESERVE CORPS JACKET ATTRIBUTED TO 9TH MASSACHUSETTS SOLDIER WOUNDED AT SPOTSYLVANIA AND LATER SERVED IN COMPANY H, 13TH VETERAN RESERVE CORPS
Very fine original Veteran Reserve Corps jacket and Pattern 1858 smooth-side canteen with a verbal ID to Private Patrick Barry formerly of Company E, 9th Massachusetts Infantry wounded at Spotsylvania… (1179-177). 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 »
GREAT LOT OF ACCOUTREMENTS ID'D TO 11TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY SOLDIER
This group of items all came together with two wonderful old handwritten tags testifying to the fact that they all belonged to Private James W. Pierce of the 11th Massachusetts Battery. All the items… (1179-295). Learn More »
STATE OF NEW YORK CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG ALONG THE TANEYTOWN ROAD AT GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION
Plate has a dark, almost black face with a strong “SNY” stamping. Face is free of dings and dents. Reverse has 99% of the lead fill but no hooks. This plate is from the collection of local… (1163-220). Learn More »
$975.00
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RELIC SNY PLATE FROM A SHIP WRECK OFF THE NORTH CAROLINA COAST
This relic belt plate consists of the center part of the plate only. The entire border as well as both posts and tongue on the reverse are gone. The face has a dark and scaly appearance with most of… (1181-20). Learn More »
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 »
CIVIL WAR NAVY OFFICER’S SWORD BELT
Belt is made of black bridle leather which is very pliable. Belt meas. approx. 1.75 inches wide with a tooled line along each edge. Plate is a two-piece tongue and wreath with a spread-winged eagle… (2022-1096). Learn More »
$750.00
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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 »
MAKER MARKED SMALL PATTERN 1839 OVAL US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
The face is in unissued condition and showing a lot of the original finish. Face is clean but for a few oxidation spots. Top edge has several very slight dimples. The reverse has 100% of the lead fill… (2022-741). 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 »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH DARK BLUE COVER
The NY Depot was a branch of the U.S. Quartermaster’s Office of Clothing and Equipage. They contracted with various dealers and makers for hundreds of thousands of canteens during the war and a… (1052-168). 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
VERY NICE US MODEL 1878 CANTEEN WITH RARE CORRECT LEATHER SLING
The body of the canteen is in excellent condition. Over the years it has retained its proper shape and is free of dents. The pewter spout is complete with the stopper chain, slightly rusted pull-ring… (380-26). Learn More »
$250.00
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CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN FROM SAVANNAH
These canteens were easy to make by coopers and woodworkers and were turned out all over the Confederacy, becoming the quintessential “Rebel canteen” that was essential to the southern soldier and… (480-202). Learn More »
$3,375.00
Originally $3,750.00
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
SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC 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 brass starburst background with alternating arms of red and white enamel… (179-1076). Learn More »
$295.00
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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
CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY DRIVER’S LEG GUARD
Worn by the caisson driver to protect his inside leg from the tongue of the caisson. This bridle leather leg wrap is complete with all straps and steel plate. There are three straps (5/8” wide) with… (M25484). Learn More »
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
PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM GETTYSBURG, KEN BREAM COLLECTION
Item is in good condition. Brass face with typical eagle stamping. Light wear on the edges. Back has most of its lead fill with moderate pitting. The wire loops are missing. This plate is for use on… (1163-78). Learn More »
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 »
SOUTH CAROLINA “GERMAN ARTILLERY” BELT PLATE 1880-1900
This plate is identical to O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 855, dating 1880 to 1900, and identified as belonging to the “German Artillery” of Charleston, South Carolina. The plate is rectangular… (766-1763). Learn More »
$1,475.00
Originally $1,850.00
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CIVIL WAR ERA MILITARY /CIVILIAN SCALE
Mid-19th Century scale that could be used for weighing large amounts of meat or cereal type rations. It is more like a scale that a post or regimental quartermaster might use. The actual scale… (490-1792). Learn More »
$180.00
Originally $225.00
EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR US STAFF WREATH HAT INSIGNIA
The US-and-wreath hat insignia would more accurately be called the command and staff insignia. Descended from 1832 and 1839 pattern officer’s belt plates, the silver US in Old English, surrounded by… (1052-183). 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 »
INDIAN WAR-ERA LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK
A very nice example of the Indian War-era Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings; essentially a slimmed-down version of the Civil War carbine sling. The sling was… (490-2825). 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 »
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 »
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 »
NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN MARKED FOR THE 22nd INDIANA
This is a standard M1858 smooth-sided canteen that was supplied to the New York Depot, which have the unique characteristic of using a short chain to retain the stopper rather than a string. This has… (172-5761). 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 »
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 »
NICELY DETAILED WREATH FROM TWO-PIECE CS BELT PLATE
The two-piece CS plate was widely used on sword belts. The quality of the casting and finish work depended on the time, resources and talent of the different makers. This one shows nice detailing to… (1126-02B). Learn More »
$750.00
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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 »
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 »
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 »
$550.00
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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 »
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 »
MINT EMBROIDERED ENGINEER OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA FROM THE COLLECTION OF DUNCAN CAMPBELL
This very well done embroidered insignia for an officer of Engineers has its black backing untrimmed and measuring about 2 3/8 inches by 3 inches. A slightly smaller rectangle of paper, mostly intact,… (480-187). 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
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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 »
DUG PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Face has a nice even dark patina with a good strong “US” stamping. Face is free from any major dings or dents but does have scattered light brown spotting from ground action. Reverse has 99% of… (1000-1211). 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 »
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 »
RARE ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR CLOTH CORPS BADGE FROM THE ARCHIVE OF JOHN M. DEANE - 3rd and 29th MASSACHUSETTS, MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT
Civil War corps badges can be a minefield for the collector and cloth badges are especially hard to judge. Here is one that you can sleep at night owning. This comes from the archive of material… (1041-56). Learn More »
$1,150.00
Originally $1,450.00
GENERAL WILCOX’S FAREWELL ADDRESS TO THE NINTH CORPS PRESERVED BY JOHN M. DEANE, ALONG WITH ONE OF HIS ISSUE CORPS BADGES - MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT FROM MASSACHUSETTS
John M. Deane was proud of his war service and preserved a wonderful archive of material. He rose from Lieutenant to Major, serving at the very first call for troops in the 3rd Mass Volunteer Militia… (1041-64). Learn More »
$1,250.00
Originally $1,550.00
DUG PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG IN CULPEPER, VA
Plate has a dark underlying patina with scattered lighter spotting across the face. This was caused by ground action. Face is free of any major dings or dents. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with… (1000-1210). 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
EXCAVATED “OVM” WAIST BELT PLATE
This Civil War Ohio Volunteer Militia Enlisted Infantry belt plate, is in good excavated condition. This early war belt plate measures 52 mm x 75 mm and is constructed from die-struck rolled sheet… (1000-1540). Learn More »
$1,400.00
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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
“SCOTT’S LEGION” / 20TH PENNSYLVANIA (3 MOS.) INFANTRY BREAST PLATE
Brass oval, 3.5 x 2.625”, featuring “Roman” profile of General Winfield Scott. Reverse fastener prongs (3) missing. Obverse face bright w/handful of small. slight tarnished dots. Else VG… (494-49). Learn More »
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 »
INDIAN WAR SWORD HANGER
Item consists of brown leather drops with button over ends attached to a large flat brass hook. This item was attached to a belt and will allow a sword to be worn. Drops are unmarked. One drop meas.… (M25475). Learn More »
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 »
ARSENAL MARKED MODEL 1876 CARTRIDGE BELT WITH 1879 TRIAL MODIFICATIONS
This belt is made of a doubled over piece of khaki canvas that meas. approx. 2.50 inches wide. Attached to the body of the belt are fifty-four 2.00 inch high canvas loops for holding .45 Carbine and… (172-4297). 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 »
US ARTILLERY WHIP
This is a very rare find that came out of an artillery collection. Artillery whip has a turned wood handle with a brass cap at the end where the rawhide ties through to attach braided leather whip.… (33-160). Learn More »
US EAGLE BREAST PLATE
This US breast plate features the spread-winged eagle design. It was recovered from the greater Richmond area. Plate has a darkened patina. Edge of plate has some slight nicks. Reverse of plate still… (883-111). Learn More »
TIN DRUM CANTEEN
Civil War era tin drum canteen is in very good condition. The body is solid with just some slight dings and dents. Spout and all three sling keepers are present. Canteen has some slight surface… (172-4012). Learn More »
$550.00
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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 6TH CORPS BADGE
Small, silver insignia in the shape of a cross, which was the badge of the IV Army Corps, of the Army of the Potomac. Silver is a little tarnished around the edges. Two soldered reverse pins, both… (408-301). 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 »
TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH COVER AND REPLACEMENT SLING
This tin drum canteen is complete with all three sling keepers and spout. Each side has a slightly raised center and a protruding rim. There is a slight dent in one side. The cloth cover is a heavy… (172-3378). Learn More »
$795.00
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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 »
CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SWIVEL
Carbine sling swivels attached to the swivel ring on the carbine and to the leather strap worn over the shoulder. This prevent the carbine from being dropped or lost. These are surplus swivels that… (ST500229). 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
CIRCA 1880'S 8TH CORPS BADGE
Enameled surface, white six pointed star measuring 1" in diameter, with brass backing & vertical "t-square" pin on the reverse. Badge is maker marked and sterling marked. The color white… (179-111). Learn More »
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VERY ATTRACTIVE DOUBLE CASED SIXTH-PLATE AMBROTYPES OF CIVILIAN AND CONFEDERATE SOLDIER IN A RARE UNION CASE
The relationship between the two men pictured is not known but no doubt they are either brothers or the same man at different points in his life. The left side ambrotype is of a seated man sporting a closely trimmed beard and mustache wearing a dark… (1138-1975). Learn More »
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