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FORK, KNIFE AND SPOON FOLDING COMBINATION MESS SET
This is a nice example of perhaps the most popular form of privately purchased mess set. They were produced by a number of makers. This one is unmarked, but follows the usual pattern. Formed like a… (809-113). Learn More »
$295.00
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NEW YORK KNIFE COMPANY COMBINATION MESS SET COMBINATION MESS SET
This is a nice example of a popular commercial mess set marketed to soldiers as an alternative to their issue mess gear, which was often flimsy. As combination fork, knife and spoon it had the allure… (809-111). Learn More »
WESTERWALD POTTERY WINE JUG
This Westerwald salt glazed wine jug with handle has a cobalt vine design and banding. Westerwald stoneware is a salt glazed pottery found in the Westerwald region of Germany since the beginning of… (1005-20). Learn More »
WESTERWALD TANKARD
This Westerwald salt glazed tankard with handle has a cobalt scrollwork design and banding. Westerwald stoneware is a salt glazed pottery found in the Westerwald region of Germany since the beginning… (M25662). Learn More »
PEWTER BEER STEIN
Heavy pewter beer stein with hinged lid is engraved with a shield shaped cartouche label. Inside of label reads, "W.P. 1764". Interior of stein at the bottom shows a raised flower emblem. Underside… (1005-11). Learn More »
$325.00
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J. WARD & CO. BRONXVILLE NEW YORK COMBINATION MESS SET
J. Ward and Company of Bronxville will ring a bell with some collectors. They were the makers of a combination knife presented to Abraham Lincoln in 1864. In this case they are the maker on a more… (809-108). Learn More »
$365.00
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UNION KNIFE COMPANY “ARMY KNIFE” COMBINATION MESS SET
Civil War mess gear was issued to new soldiers by state, and later federal, recruiting services. It was varied and often of indifferent quality. Entrepreneurs stepped in to offer alternatives for… (809-105). Learn More »
$350.00
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FANTASTIC GOLD-MOUNTED APPOMATTOX WOOD CARVED PIPE WITH CASE – 12TH WEST VIRGINIA INFANTRY
The day after Generals Grant and Lee met to arrange the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia the two Generals met again for a brief time under an apple tree and when the meeting was over… (30-2205). Learn More »
GEM SIZED UNION CASE IN EXCELLENT CONDTION
Dark brown thermoplastic case known as a “Union” case. Item meas. approx. 1.75 x 2.25 inches. Exterior is excellent with sharp crisp edges free of chips with a raised decoration titled “THE… (1043-217). Learn More »
PAIR OF BRASS WHALE OIL LAMPS, CIRCA 1820
Each lamp is a turned candle stick base with an acorn shaped top and burner. Brass has a bright patina with a few scattered small dings, scratches and spots. Whale oil was the preferred source of… (179-1033). Learn More »
$185.00
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GROUP OF ASSORTED UTENSILS
Offered here are two spoons and scissors. Iron scissors are 6” long with black patina and surface pitting on blades. One spoon is a plain iron spoon with large bowl and thin, flat handle. The other… (160-23). Learn More »
VICTORIAN MILK GLASS SUGAR SHAKER
Milk glass sugar shaker shows raised vines, beading, and a brown flower dot design. Vines are painted green. Hints of gold gilt remain in areas. Shaker top is made of tin. Measures 4.75" tall by 2"… (179-1035). Learn More »
VERY NICE UNION CASE FOR SIXTH-PLATE IMAGE
Very nice conditioned Union case for housing a sixth-plate ambro or tintype. The exterior pattern is titled Geometric Floral and is in excellent condition. The raised pattern is sharp and free of… (1000-1362). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR SEWING KIT OR “HOUSEWIFE” OF CHARLES E. DEARING 16th MAINE, CAPTURED AT GETTYBURG
Sewing kits were essential to soldiers for minor repairs to uniforms and clothing. Not issued by the army, they were made by mothers, sisters, wives and sweethearts and were popular going-away gifts… (766-1089). Learn More »
WONDERFUL ANDERSONVILLE RELIC CRIBBAGE BOARD FROM THE CLARA BARTON FAIR
After the Civil War Clara Barton went to Andersonville Prison with former inmate Private Dorance Atwater of the 1st Connecticut Cavalry Battalion and 2nd New York Cavalry Regiment. Barton and Atwater… (846-111). Learn More »
$1,390.00
Originally $2,025.00
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WARTIME PATRIOTIC RIBBON
White ribbon with blue art work at center of a US flag on a staff inside of a wreath of laurel over the word “UNION.” The ribbon meas. approx. 2.00 x 5.25 inches. Each end has an unfinished edge.… (846-68). Learn More »
$120.00
Originally $131.75
G.A.R. GOLD WATCH FOB - ID’D TO P.C. EASTMAN, CO, “E” 2ND NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLS.
Gold watch fob is in the shape of a 5th Corps badge. It shows a raised image of a G.A.R. membership badge, with star and flag ribbon under a spread-winged eagle with crossed cannons. Engraving on… (410-481). Learn More »
VICTORIAN ERA GUTTA PERCHA COLLAR BOX WITH CROSSED CANNONS
Victorian era box meant for holding gentleman’s collars features a gutta percha lid and stained wooden bottom. Hinged lid shows a border of stars, floral designs in the corners, and an image of… (1043-101). Learn More »
WESTERWALD CIDER JUG, CIRCA 1820
This Westerwald salt glazed jug with handle has a cobalt scrollwork design and banding. Westerwald stoneware is a salt glazed pottery found in the Westerwald region of Germany since the beginning of… (1005-26). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR ERA CARVED IVORY BINOCULARS
Nicely carved miniature binoculars which are just 7/8” tall, and ¾” wide at the base. You can look through the them like a normal size pair. A metal band holds the two pieces together. … (1054-1484). Learn More »
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Manufactured: England Maker: Unmarked Year: C1820-25 Model: Mamaluke Size: 35.8 inch blade, 1.21 wide Condition: Excellent+ Tri-color blade - blue, gold and "white" of flat design. Ship's Mast, American Eagle, Standing Indian figure and… (870-76). Learn More »
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