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US CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE DUG IN THE WILDERNESS

US CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE DUG IN THE WILDERNESS

Face of the plate has a good “US” stamping and an orange brown patina as one would expect from being buried in the Virginia mud for 100+ years. Surface has some speckling but few dings and… (2024-28). Learn More »

DUTCH BELT PLATE: HOUSE OF ORANGE

DUTCH BELT PLATE: HOUSE OF ORANGE

This excavated belt plate came with a collector note that the crest on it belongs to the House of Orange and identifying the plate as ca.1860 and from the Netherlands. The plate is in good condition,… (490-6734). Learn More »

$225.00
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U.S. MILITIA PANEL PLATE ca.1850-1865

U.S. MILITIA PANEL PLATE ca.1850-1865

This was a popular belt plate for militia troops and is close to that illustrated by O’Donnell and Campbell as Plate 402, which came from a Union 1862 camp and which they date ca. 1850-1865, though… (2023-2364). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PATTERN 1851 DRUM STICK CARRIAGE

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 »

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR CHANCELLORSVILLE, VA

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 »

RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE

RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE

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 smooth and retains fine detail. Even… (1235-70). Learn More »

M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: ANTIETAM; O.T. REILLY COLLECTION

M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: ANTIETAM; O.T. REILLY COLLECTION

A nice example of the regulation US Model 1851 sword belt plate. This is an early version of the enlisted sword belt plate issued to cavalry, mounted artillery, infantry sergeants, and others who… (286-1301). Learn More »

NON-DUG M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: CAVALRY, MOUNTED ARTILLERY

NON-DUG M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: CAVALRY, MOUNTED ARTILLERY

A nice example of the regulation US Model 1851 sword belt plate issued to enlisted cavalrymen and mounted artillerymen carrying sabers. The overall pattern was introduced in 1851 for sword belts in… (286-1300). Learn More »

VERY RARE STATE OF OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE

VERY RARE STATE OF OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE

Circular plate very similar to the Pattern 1826 eagle cartridge box breast plate but instead of the usual eagle this plate bears the State of Ohio coat of arms. The face of the plate has a nice mellow… (490-6756). Learn More »

MARKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

MARKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

The face of the plate has a strongly stamped “US” with scattered minor scratches and dings and dents. Edges show some wear from use. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with both arrow hooks and… (2023-2363). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN BY SID KERKSIS IN 1966

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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OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED NEAR BLOODY LANE AT ANTIETAM

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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CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

Fought in September 1863, the Chickamauga made a few reputations, like that of George Thomas, and destroyed a few, like that of Rosecrans, who had successfully maneuvered Bragg out of Chattanooga, but… (490-5826). Learn More »

US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR

US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR

This regulation Model 1839 US cartridge box plate is excavated, but was carefully cleaned, giving a fairly pleasing non-excavated look to the face, but with the reverse showing an uneven surface and… (490-5824). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED COLD HARBOR

CIVIL WAR M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED COLD HARBOR

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… (490-5825). Learn More »

EXCAVATED US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG

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 »

SHILOH RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

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

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 »

GETTYSBURG RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

GETTYSBURG 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… (490-5816). Learn More »

VERY NICE TONGUE PORTION OF CONFEDERATE TWO-PIECE SWORD BELT PLATE

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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FANTASTIC GETTYSBURG ALS DATED JULY 9, 1863 – HIRAM C. ALLEMAN, MILITARY GOVERNOR OF GETTYSBURG – RESPONSIBLE FOR COLLECTION OF THE DEAD AND WOUNDED, AND DISCARDED MILITARY EQUIPMENT

2pp, in ink, dated Gettysburg, July 9, 1863.  Excellent condition, no tears or stains.  All clearly legible. Written by Hiram Clay Alleman (1831-1906), newly appointed Military Governor of Gettysburg, to Major John S. Schultz, AAG Dept. of the… (2023-1727). Learn More »

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