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MODEL 1858 BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH CORK, COVER, AND INDIAN WAR SLING
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… (2020-642). Learn More »
$315.00
ON HOLD
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 »
CONFEDERATE/MILITIA TIN DRUM CANTEEN
This is a nice Confederate or militia style tin drum canteen. The canteen is 6 ½” in diameter by approximately 2 ½” thick. All parts are nicely soldered together. Both faces feature two separate… (2020-641). Learn More »
$495.00
SOLD
MODEL 1858 BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH COVER AND SLING W/TAG ID'D TO PRIVATE IN 6TH PA HEAVY ARTILLERY
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… (1054-1471). Learn More »
A WEST VIRGINIA SOLDIER’S WARTIME SOUVENIR: A CS WOOD CANTEEN FOUND AT RICHMOND IN 1865
It is very symbolic that a Virginian who had remained loyal to the Union carved a captured Confederate canteen in Richmond, Virginia, on July 4, 1865, the anniversary of the newly re-united nation’s… (1097-21). Learn More »
$5,500.00
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CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN
Nice condition tin drum canteen that meas. approx. 6.25 inches across x 1.50 inches thick. It has all three tin sling keepers and a nice low spout. Canteen is free of dings and dents and has a nice… (1061-16). 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 brown wool. The cover is complete and in good… (2020-62). Learn More »
HANDCRAFTED TIN & PLASTER CANTEEN PAINTED WITH A WONDERFUL WINTER CAMP SCENE BY A GETTYSBURG VETERAN
This framed piece of artwork was done by William H. Merkle who was a member of Companies A & B of the 16th Pennsylvania Cavalry. The item looks to consist of a square piece of wood with a circle… (M26329). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN WITH SLING AND SPOUT
The canteen measures 7 1/4” inches by 2 3/8” with iron bands and three sling loops. The spout appears to be made on a lathe and remains firmly in position. The cotton sling is 1” wide and… (1032-70). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE STYLE ADAPTATION OF THE US MODEL 1858 SMOOTH SIDED CANTEEN
This example has a tall, narrow tin spout with a rolled lip and three sling loops located at the 2 o’clock, 6 o’clock and 10 o’clock positions. No stopper or chain are present. Comparison… (1032-62). Learn More »
$450.00
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MILITIA “CHEESEBOX” STYLE CANTEEN
Canteen has a rich brown patina. Measures 6 ¾” in diameter x 2” thick. Iron tacks hold wood band in place around the body. Sling keepers and spout are missing. Some light surface scratches and… (1054-1401). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE COPY OF MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH COVER
This is a very interesting southern copy of the typical Civil War “smooth side” canteen, the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. Canteen measures approximately 7 ½” in diameter. It is… (1054-1647). Learn More »
US MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDED NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN
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 brown wool. The cover is complete and in fair… (696-110). Learn More »
US MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDED NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN
This is a nice M1858 smooth- faced canteen without a cover, chain and stopper. Appears the canteen was an olive drab color. It has surface rust on approximately 50 % of the surface. One side has one… (819-131). Learn More »
MAKER MARKED MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH COVER, STOPPER, AND STRAP
The model 1858 canteen was the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. Canteen measures approximately 7 ¾” in diameter. It is covered in brown wool. The cover is nearly complete and in decent… (1000-591). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH EARLY REPRODUCTION SLING
This is a very nice condition C.S. tin drum canteen. Tin spout and all three sling keepers are present. Edges, spout and keepers are soldered. Measures 6 ¾” in circumference by 2 ¼” wide. The… (1000-548). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN
This is the classic style of a C.S. tin drum canteen. Tin spout and all three sling keepers are present. Edges, spout and keepers are soldered. Measures 6 ½” in circumference by 2” wide. The body… (1000-549). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT PATTERN 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH PERIOD ALTERED 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… (1000-599). Learn More »
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 »
CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN WITH STRAP
Wood canteen is the type commonly carried by C.S. soldiers. Original leather sling is present, and all three iron sling keepers. Spout is missing, which is usually the case in wooden canteens.… (1000-559). Learn More »
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