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M1860 AMES NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1862, NO SCABBARD
Here is a nice example of an Ames 1862-dated naval boarding cutlass that would have been aboard a U.S. Navy ship during the Civil War. The blade measures 26” long, 1¼” wide at the ricasso and has… (490-6298) Learn More »
$395.00
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U.S. 3.8” HOTCHKISS SHELL FOR JAMES RIFLE RECOVERED FROM BARLOW’S KNOLL
This is a larger version of the typical three-piece Hotchkiss artillery shell. Made to be fired from the 14-pounder James Rifles. All three pieces are present: nose, sabot, and base cup. No flame… (1163-243) Learn More »
WORLD WAR ONE GERMAN DOG TAG
This is a good example of the German 1915 pattern Erkennungsmarke or dog tag that improved upon earlier patterns by allowing more room for the soldier’s information. This one-piece tag, however,… (1202-119) Learn More »
GERMAN WW1 SERVICE CROSS AND RIBBON
This was the first award made by Germany to its WW1 veterans and the cross on this one has swords between its arms, indicating it was awarded to a frontline veteran. The award also appears in… (1202-121) Learn More »
GERMAN WW2 ERA SA SPORTS BADGE
The SA sports badge was issued from 1933 to 1945 as the political version of the badge awarded by the German Olympic Sports Federation and was the idea of SA chief Ernst Rohm. It features a Roman… (1235-478) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR FIELD-USED CAMPAIGN HAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This is a real field-used Indian War campaign hat in relic condition excavated at Fort Pembina, ND, a small frontier army post in operation from 1870 to 1895. Anaerobic conditions of the dig have… (1052-253) Learn More »
US ARMY DRESS COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This coat lapel comes from the left side of US army dress coat discarded by a soldier at Fort Pembina, ND, and was excavated in wet, anaerobic soil that has preserved leather and cloth in remarkable… (1052-589) Learn More »
POKER CHIP FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
Excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, have provided a window on daily life and the material culture of a small US army frontier post. The anaerobic conditions of the dig have preserved all sorts of things… (1052-534) Learn More »
SOLDIER’S SOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and appears to be the 1877 pattern army sock, which was medium gray in color, had white toes, and the weave of the heel running parallel with the… (1052-582) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR / INDIAN WAR US ARMY CAP FRAGMENTS FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
These pieces of an army kepi were excavated at Fort Pembina, ND, a small frontier post in operation from 1870 to 1895. The dig produced cloth and leather gear in varied condition showing the typical… (1052-436) Learn More »
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BRASS RICHMOND RIFLE-MUSKET NOSE CAP RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG
This brass nose cap was "eyeballed" in 1987 just off the Fairfield Road, Gettysburg by highly respected author Gregory A. Coco. The location was in a then recently plowed field about 100 yards from… (88-194) Learn More »
$135.00
Originally $185.00
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE: ORIGINAL 1860 FIRST AMERICAN EDITION OF NOTES ON NURSING: “WHAT IT IS AND IS NOT” - INSPIRATION FOR THE US SANITARY COMMISSION IN THE CIVIL WAR
This is a very good copy of the first American edition, published in 1860 by Appleton & Co. in New York, bound in blue cloth with gilt blind-stamped title on cover. Some rubs to cover and small,… (2024-328) Learn More »
CAMP LYON PENCIL SKETCH
This is one of two pencil sketches by the same hand and is titled at upper left “Camp Lyon,” a common designation in US records for Fort Lyon, laid out in September 1861 southwest of Alexandria,… (490-6210) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED 3rd NEW YORK CAVALRY SHARPS AND HANKINS CAVALRY MODEL CARBINE
This scarce 19-inch barrel Sharps and Hankins cavalry carbine, serial #3337, is listed in the descriptive book of Company A, 3rd NY Cavalry, as belonging to Charles W. Emerson, who served as private,… (1236-02) Learn More »
$3,500.00
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CIVIL WAR FIRST MODEL, FIRST CONTRACT, WARNER CARBINE SERIAL #113
The Warner is an attractive brass frame carbine- in fact, the only brass frame carbine purchased by the U.S. during the war. This is a very good example of the First Model Warner, delivered in 1864,… (172-5980) Learn More »
G.A.R. UNION VETERAN’S CANTEEN OF ROBERT ELLIOTT 23RD PENNSYLVANIA
The canteen had great significance for the G.A.R. in symbolizing service (as an essential piece of army gear,) comradery and, later, reconciliation, as the slogan “we drank from the same canteen”… (480-334) Learn More »
PROGRAM FROM THE 1938 75TH ANNIVERSARY GETTYSBURG BLUE AND GRAY REUNION
75th Anniversary Battle of Gettysburg program. Program includes a detailed schedule of July 1 – July 4 events. Prepared by the Pennsylvania State Commission with photos and verse from many… (635-572) Learn More »
$75.00
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SOUVENIR GETTYSBURG VESTA MATCH SAFE
Gettysburg souvenir vesta match safe. This is a very early souvenir match safe. Celluloid photos entitled “Devil’s Den Gettysburg, PA” and “From Little Round Top Showing Warren Statue… (635-579) Learn More »
“US” STAMPED TOOLS FOR MISSISSIPPI RIFLE
Offered here are two separate gun tools that would have been found in the patch box of the M1841 Mississippi rifle. One is the M1841 rifle tool; a box end wrench with two screw driver blades stamped… (286-1336) Learn More »
A STUDY OF AMERICAN PARATROOPERS PRIOR TO NORMANDY BY MICHEL DE TREZ
The full title is “AMERICAN WARRIORS: PICTORIAL HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPERS PRIOR TO NORMANDY” by Michel De Trez, published by D-Day Publishing of Belgium in 1994. Volume has illustrated… (1235-520D) Learn More »
$45.00
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SHOP CLOSURE
The Horse Soldier will be closed to the public on Thursday, May 2nd and Friday, May 3rd. We will still be answering phones and processing orders. Thank you, The Staff & Management of The Horse… Learn More »
ADJUSTABLE BRASS POWDER MEASURE
An adjustable powder measure about 6 1/8 inches overall with an attractive openwork key-like finial on the interior rod and an unusual, nickeled steel body that still shows largely bright. The… (2024-159) Learn More »
ADJUSTABLE BRASS POWDER MEASURE
This is an adjustable powder measure about 3 ½ inches long overall, made of brass, fitted with a small steel heart-shaped or winged thumbscrew at the bottom to adjust the interior rod fitted with a… (2024-160) Learn More »
FRAMED ETCHING: “BUTLER’S VICTIMS OF FORT ST. PHILIP” BY ADELBART VOLCK- “CONFEDERATE WAR ETCHINGS”
This is a framed etching by Adelbart Volck, from his “Confederate War Etchings,” originally published in 1863, and has a notation at bottom of the page mount: “Butler at New Orleans,” though… (490-6205) Learn More »
VERY NICE CONDITION EARLY CIVIL WAR U.S. CAVALRY HOLSTER
This is a very good condition early-war holster for a .36 caliber revolver with full military flap, wide belt loop secured by stitching and three rivets, toe plug, and sewn latch tab. The stitching is… (286-1332) Learn More »
66th NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS ENCAMPMENT AT ST. PETER’S CHURCH, YORKTOWN (FRENCH’S BRIGADE)
Outdoor view of camp. Three soldiers stand around several different tents. William H. French, USMA 1837, posted to 1st U.S Artillery and received two brevets for service in the Mexican War. Promoted… (748-21) Learn More »
POST-WAR CDV OF LANGHORNE WISTER, 150TH PA. INF., WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG
This CDV is a post-Civil War view of Wister. The image is a bust shot of him in profile. Image is clean and clear. Barely visible horizontal repair near lower edge. Fancy photographer's backmark… (33-708) Learn More »
$100.00
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FULL STANDING VIEW OF A UNION SAILOR WITH CARPENTER’S MATE INSIGNIA
CDV is of a bearded sailor posed with one hand in his pocket and the other leaning on a writing table. The subject wears a dark double-breasted short jacket with a bibbed collar, light trousers and… (160-563) Learn More »
NICE CLEAR THREE-QUARTER SEATED VIEW OF A SAD LOOKING UNION SOLDIER
CDV is of a young Union soldier posed seated with his hands in his lap. He displays a rather sad look on his face and almost seems to be pouting. He wears a forage cap with an oil cloth rain cover,… (160-544) Learn More »
$145.00
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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 »
RELIC CIVIL WAR US NAVY CUTLASS WITH SERIAL/RACK NUMBERS
This is an excavated example of the regulation Civil War US Navy cutlass. These are still referred to as the Model 1860 in collector shorthand, though the contract for this pattern was signed in June… (490-6744) Learn More »
A STUDY OF INFANTRY FIELD EQUIPMENT OF NUMEROUS COUNTRIES FROM 1914-1945
The full title is “FIELD EQUIPMENT OF THE INFANTRY 1914-1945” by Robert Fisch, published by Greenberg Publication of Sykesville, Maryland in 1989. Volume has illustrated hardcovers with the title… (1235-520C) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO AMERICAN M-1 HELMET STUDY BY REYNOSA
The full title is “THE M-1 HELMET: A HISTORY OF THE U.S. M-1 HELMET IN WORLD WAR II” by Mark A. Reynosa, published by Schiffer Publishing of Atglen, Pennsylvania in 1996. Volume has gray… (1235-520B) Learn More »
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 »
CIVIL WAR MANN’S PATENT INFANTRY WAIST BELT
This is a very good example of the waistbelt designed by Col. William Mann for use with his patent infantry accoutrements. The belt is solid, full length, showing typical crazing to the finish from… (2024-211) Learn More »
BELGIAN M1857 MUSKET MARKED “MONSEUR / LIEGE” WITH BAYONET
This musket is a Liège (Belgium) made gun, a copy of a French Model 1857 Rifle Musket. Round barrel measures approximately 40 ½”, is the standard (French) .69/.70 caliber, and is rifled. Bore is… (2023-2481) Learn More »
INK SIGNED THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF 108TH USCT CAPATIN JOHN COWGILL OF MARYLAND – FROM A WELL-KNOWN LOCAL QUAKER ABOLITIONIST FAMILY
CDV shows Captain John Cowgill in a typical Napoleonic pose with one had tucked in his coat. He wears a dark slouch hat and dark single-breasted frock coat with light trousers. Coat has shoulder… (160-454) Learn More »
$145.00
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BUST VIEW OF ARGENTINE ARMY OFFICER AND LEADER OF US COLORED TROOPS IN THE CIVIL WAR
CDV is a bust view of Edelmiro Mayer in uniform as lieutenant colonel of the 45th US Colored Troops. Bottom center of the image has a nice period ink ID of “LT. COL. EDELMIRO MAYER 45 USCT. Contrast… (160-453) Learn More »
$135.00
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NICE INK ID IMAGE OF MUSICIAN IN THE 23RD MASSACHUSETTS AND THE BRIGADE BAND #1, CORPS d’AFRIQUE
CDV is a bust view of Joseph F. Chaffin in a dark frock coat. Bottom of the image is nicely inscribed in period ink “YOURS TRULY &c J. F. CHAFFIN, POST BAND, PORT HUDSON, LA.” Contrast and… (160-452) Learn More »
SEATED VIEW OF COLONEL DAVID HUSTON JR OF THE 11TH US REGULARS SURROUNDED BY HIS STAFF – RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER
CDV shows Houston seated at center of four other officers who are assumed to be members of his staff. Two of the officers are sporting some wild chin whiskers and one wears a cape while the rest are… (160-446) Learn More »
CDV 147TH NEW YORK DOUBLE AMPUTEE ALFRED A. STRATTON
Waist-up seated view of Alfred Stratton, Company G, 147th New York. He wears a dark shell jacket with both sleeves pinned up and on his chest is a badge consisting of a bar, ribbon and 5th Corps… (160-441) Learn More »
$150.00
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PROFILE BUST VIEW OF COLONEL CHARLES SAWYER RUSSELL
CDV shows Russell in a true left profile. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with colonel’s shoulder straps and two badges on his left breast. One is a 9th Corps badge suspended from a… (160-353) Learn More »
$135.00
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SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE MADE AND MARKED BY CIVIL WAR CONTRACTOR JOHN MUNDELL OF PHILADELPHIA
This is a typical, though very scarce, Civil War issue army shoe made by a known contractor and marked by him on the inside of the ankle: “J. MUNDELL.” Mundell was born in Ireland in 1829, reached… (1052-298) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace… (1052-285) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR STANHOPE BULLET
Gettysburg souvenir Stanhope bullet with 3 views. Views are of Soldier’s National Cemetery, Spangler’s Spring and Hancock Ave Looking South. Views are clear without any occluded bubbles so… (635-582) Learn More »
$145.00
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50TH ANNIVERSARY GETTYSBURG PRESSED LINCOLN PENNY
50th Anniversary Battle of Gettysburg elongated cent souvenir. Lincoln penny pressed in 1913 for the 50th reunion. The embossed cent reads: “50th Anniversary Battle of Gettysburg Lucky Cent 1863… (635-590) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR FAN
Gettysburg souvenir hand fan with 3 scenes; High Water Mark Monument, Pennsylvania Monument & Buford and Reynolds Monuments. Fan is in very good condition with original tassel in place. … (635-562) Learn More »
$45.00
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NINTH-PLATE AMBROTYPE OF SEATED SOLDIER WITH REVOLVER AND SIDE-KNIFE
The seated subject is posed holding a pocket Colt in front of his chest with a long side-knife tucked in his belt. He also wears a dark forage cap and a dark open sack coat with buttons touched with… (2023-2949) Learn More »
PAIR EXCAVATED MODEL 1872 CAVALRY BOOTS: FORT PEMBINA
The model 1872 cavalry boot replaced the Civil War issue boot with one having the same side seams to the leg and rough-side-out leather construction, but slightly taller and contoured slightly larger… (1052-546) Learn More »
$225.00
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WORLD WAR TWO AMERICAN PARATROOPER REFERENCE BOOK
The full title is “AMERICA’S FINEST: US AIRBORNE UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT AND INSIGNIA OF WORLD WAR TWO (ETO)” by Gary Howard, published by Stackpole Books of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania in… (1235-520A) Learn More »
SIGNED AND NUMBERED WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN NAVY REFERENCE BOOK
The full title is “DIE KRIEGSMARINE UNIFORMS AND TRADITIONS VOL. 1” by John R. Angolia and Adolf Schlicht, published by R. James Bender Publishing of San Jose, California in 1991. Volume has… (1235-520) Learn More »
$45.00
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ENFIELD SABER BAYONET, PATTERN 1856 WITH ORIGINAL LEATHER SCABBARD
This British-made accoutrement is an original saber bayonet made for the Enfield .577 caliber rifle musket. The bayonet, with its Yataghan-style blade measures 28” long with a 23” blade and has a… (1179-1289) 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 »
BEAUTIFUL THREE VOLUME REFERENCE WORK ON WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN ARMY UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT
This three volume set is titled “UNIFORMS AND TRADITIONS OF THE GERMAN ARMY 1941-1945” by John R. Angolia and Adolf Schlicht and published by R. James Bender Publishing of San Jose, California.… (1235-524) Learn More »
$100.00
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MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN F. BUTLER—PENCIL SKETCH CARICATURE
By “RRC”, dated “1867”—penciled in lower corners, left & right. 4.75 x 6.25, mounted on period brown card, 6” x 8., triple matted in green, white, & cloth, mounted in triple gilt… (490-6351) Learn More »
$350.00
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MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN F. BUTLER—PENCIL SKETCH CARTOON
On yellowing paper, measuring 6.5” x 9.25. Mounted on heavy card, w/gilt trim, matted in black and cream, in heavy black wooden frame, ornately trimmed. W/white card backing, fastened with gray… (490-6354) 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 »
RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE MODEL 1860 SPENCER RIFLE
Made for the Model 1860 Spencer Army rifle, this extremely scarce Federal accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet in fair condition. Roy Marcot’s excellent book, Spencer Repeating… (490-6791) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE FAYETTEVILLE SOCKET BAYONET
This is a Fayetteville (North Carolina State) Armory produced bayonet manufactured for the model 1841 “Mississippi” rifle. This particular bayonet will also fit the muzzle of some upper lug .69… (490-6788) Learn More »
$1,095.00
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CIVIL WAR SOLDIER-MODIFIED SCHUYLKILL ARSENAL INFANTRY OVERCOAT
Once in the famed collection of John Henry Kurtz, this regulation Civil War sky-blue infantry overcoat (or greatcoat) is complete, all original, in very good condition and shows a wonderful field… (1235-05) Learn More »
M1902 “SABER FOR ALL OFFICERS” WITH SCABBARD AND SWORD KNOT
This Army officers' saber is officially called “saber for all officers, Model 1902”. It was adopted on July 17, 1902, by authority of General Order No. 81. The M1902 saber was authorized for all… (1047-07) 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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INDIAN WARS PERIOD NEW JERSEY NATIONAL GUARD COAT
This New Jersey National Guard coat dates from the 1880s and has a full set of NJNG buttons with crossed rifles with NG above and NJ below: 9 large on the front, 6 large on the tails, 2 small on the… (1235-54) Learn More »
$495.00
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100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG BUTTER MINTS TIN
Distributed by Pennsylvania Dutch Co. of Mount Holly Springs. Empty tin, in excellent condition inside and out. 6” in diameter and 2 ½” high. [dm]… (635-563) Learn More »
$39.50
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GETTYSBURG HIGH WATER MARK SOUVENIR MEDAL
Two piece medal is stamped “Souvenir” on top bar pin with the drop stamped “High Water Mark Monument Gettysburg, Pa”. This style medal was produced in 1892 for various Civil War events… (635-585) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR EAGLE PIN WITH RIBBON & REDWARE CLAY JUG
Eagle pin clutching arrows with red, white and blue ribbon to which is attached a small redware clay jug embossed “P.O.S. of A./Gettysburg”. The small jug is a Henry Speese trademark piece. He… (635-578) Learn More »
SMALLEST “U.S.A. HOSP. DEPT.” BOTTLE
This is the smallest “Hospital Department” bottle we’ve encountered. It is a small clear glass variant of this well-known and popular bottle. Measures 3” tall and 1.25” in diameter. Applied… (1179-1197) Learn More »
$150.00
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NICE GETTYSBURG KATALYSINE WATER BOTTLE: GOOD FOR WHAT AILS YE
Dark emerald green bottle for mineral water with embossed lettering: "Gettysburg Katalysine Water." 10” tall; 4” in diameter at base. Very good overall condition with no cracks or chips, just a… (635-586) Learn More »
RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE “DRAKE-ALTERATION” THE M1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE
The State of Massachusetts contracted with the firm of A.J. Drake of Boston to alter 1,742 Model 1841 Mississippi Rifles that were in state stores. The guns were unaltered in caliber (retaining… (490-6787) Learn More »
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 »
CIVIL WAR EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT SHILOH
This is a very good example of the regulation US plate worn on the infantry cartridge box sling recovered at Shiloh. Made of stamped rolled brass with a lead-solder filled back, these plates have a… (490-5813) Learn More »
$225.00
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COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION .38 CAL. LONG BARREL LIGHTNING REVOLVER
Lots of original blue and some case colors with immaculate checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant colt at top on either side, about excellent condition. Long barrel version with ejector. Barrel… (490-5575) Learn More »
2002 COPY OF “U.S. ARMY HEADGEAR 1812-1872” BY JOHN P. LANGELLIER & C. PAUL LOANE
Full title is “U.S. ARMY HEADGEAR 1812-1872” by John P. Langellier and C. Paul Loane published by Schiffer Military Books of Atglen, Pennsylvania in 2002. Volume is bound in illustrated hardcovers… (1235-525A) Learn More »
$40.00
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2001 COPY OF “MORE ARMY BLUE” BY JOHN P. LANGELLIER
Full title is “MORE ARMY BLUE: THE UNIFORMS OF UNCLE SAM’S REGULARS 1874-1887” by John P. Langellier and published by Schiffer Military Books of Atglen, Pennsylvania in 2001. This book is a… (1235-525) Learn More »
19TH CENTURY STAG HANDLED FARRIER’S HOOF KNIFE BY WILKINSON
Knife meas. approx. 8.00 inches. It has a nice worn curved stag horn handle with a curved metal blade and scrapper. Just above the handle on one side the blade is marked “WILKINSON” in three… (772-152) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace… (1052-300) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th US… (1052-250) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission, and is in a remarkable state of preservation from the… (1052-252) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY MODEL 1872 KEPI FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Model 1872 officer’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th US… (1052-248) Learn More »
M1874 MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX WITH NEW JERSEY MILITIA PLATE
Indian Wars era box, with WATERVLIET ARSENAL markings on back of closing tab, between the belt loops. Constructed of two halves and hinged with a brass rod. Interior features stitched straps for… (1235-440) Learn More »
$95.00
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LOT OF IMAGES RELATED TO THE FAMILY OF REVOLUTIONARY WAR HERO GENERAL ARTEMAS WARD INCLUDING A CDV OF A MASSACHUSETTS CIVIL WAR OFFICER
This lot contains six images all mounted on album pages that meas. approx. 4.75 x 6.50 inches. The first is an etching of General Artemas Ward who commanded the American Army at the beginning of the… (450-224) 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 »
THE RECORD OF NEWS, HISTORY AND LITERATURE - RICHMOND, AUGUST 27, 1863
Mast head contains the seal of the Confederate States of America –“Deo Vindice.” Volume 14 [Number 11]. 8pp. [93-100]. Exhibits fold-marks, light water staining, & light chipping at the… (1179-1829) Learn More »
$125.00
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UNION OCCUPATION NEWSPAPER THE NEW SOUTH - PORT ROYAL, S.C., NOVEMBER 22, 1863
Vol. 1, No. 14. 4 pp, 9.75” x 13, three columns. Exhibits fold-marks, slight chip lower left margin, tiny circular spot in upper right margin. Else VG, and entirely legible. The New South was a… (1179-1817) Learn More »
$65.00
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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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RELIC SNY BELT PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR
This is an original Civil War oval “SNY” waistbelt plate issued by the state of New York to its early war volunteer regiments that was recovered at Cold Harbor, the scene of heavy fighting and… (490-5810) Learn More »
$325.00
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EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR/ INDIAN WAR CAVALRY BOOT: FORT PEMBINA
This appears to be the very scarce Civil War issue cavalry boot, but uses brass screwed soles which came in with the 1872 pattern. The leather is stiff and wrinkled so it is tough to get an exact… (1052-544) Learn More »
$95.00
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CDV OF TWICE WOUNDED 3RD VERMONT SOLDIER WITH 6TH CORPS BADGE
Image is a bust view of Horace Davis wearing a dark frock coat with a 6th Corps badge clearly visible on his right chest. He also wears a smaller badge on his left chest but it is a bit indistinct.… (160-568) Learn More »
$125.00
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CDV OF 1861 FORT SUMTER DEFENDER - GENERAL JOHN G. FOSTER BY BRADY
CDV shows Foster from the waist-up. He wears a dark kepi with the two stars of a major general above a “U.S.” within a wreath on the front of the cap, dark double-breasted frock coat with black… (160-565) Learn More »
$145.00
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CDV OF FITZHUGH LEE IN PRE-WAR FEDERAL UNIFORM
Image is a waist-up seated view of Lee in the uniform of a Federal 2nd lieutenant most likely taken not long after his graduation from West Point. Lee is posed in a partial left profile with one of… (160-564) Learn More »
$145.00
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CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER BY BRADY
Three-quarter standing CDV view of Butler in a dark double-breasted frock coat with oakleaf decoration on the collar and cuffs. He also wears white gloves and is posed with his arms by his side… (490-3200TT) Learn More »
LITHOGRAPH CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER
Three-quarter standing CDV view of Butler posed holding his cap in front of him. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with oak leaf decorations on the collar and cuffs. His cap has a wreath on… (490-3200II) Learn More »
WARTIME ETCHING OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER
Etching is a wartime bust view of Butler in a dark single-breasted coat with black fur collar. Image is in an oval with “GENL. BENJ. F. BUTLER” printed at bottom. Paper and mount have some surface… (490-3200DD) Learn More »
CDV OF THE “LAZIEST MECHANIC IN PHILADELPHIA”
This oversized CDV is of a young man wearing a white jacket and trousers over a dark vest or coat with a white shirt and dark bowtie. He wears a straw hat and holds a pipe wrench by his side. Bottom… (160-357) Learn More »
$100.00
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BUST VIEW OF 79TH PENNSYLVANIA COLONEL HENRY A. HAMBRIGHT
CDV shows Hambright as a captain wearing a dark single-breasted frock coat with shoulder straps. Contrast and clarity are excellent with the paper and mount showing only the usual light edge dirt from… (670-25) Learn More »
CDV SIZED TINTYPE OF AN AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMAN HOLDING A CAUCASIAN CHILD – BALTIMORE PHOTOGRAPHER
This small tintype is mounted on a CDV sized card with an embossed frame. The woman wears a light-colored dress with printed floral decoration while the baby is wearing a light dress with a white bib… (160-264) Learn More »
$65.00
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GRANT LEAVES THE WILDERNESS MAY 7, 1864, BY FREDERICK RAY
Artist Frederick Ray (1920-2001) is perhaps best known for his popular comic book art that included subjects like Superman and Batman, but he had a strong interest in historical subjects, both… (141-85) Learn More »
AMES MODEL 1841 U.S. NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1842: FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION; FIRST CONTRACT
The 1841 U.S. Navy cutlass is scarce. Only 6,600 of them were made from 1842 through 1846. Ames sent three cutlasses of slightly different configuration to the Board of Naval Ordnance in November… (2024-01) Learn More »
$750.00
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HORN OILER
This is a wonderful, little pocket-sized oiler made like a small powder horn, with a small suspension chain fitting two rings on either side of the flat top so that it could be hung up at a work bench… (2024-157) Learn More »
MODEL 1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: INFANTRY NCO, CAVALRY, ARTILLERY
This is a very good, non-excavated example of the early-war enlisted sword belt plate issued to cavalrymen, artillerymen, and infantry sergeants. These are slotted for the belt and have an integrally… (2024-184) Learn More »
$325.00
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VERY NICE QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF FIRST LIEUTENANT WITH SWORD IN PATRIOTIC CASE
Disheveled man posed in uniform. His outer appearance is that of a Union First Lieutenant with a saber. He wears a 9-button frock coat with First Lieutenant embroidered shoulder straps and holds a… (1221-50) Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-125) Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-124) Learn More »
.69 CALIBER BUCK & BALL CARTRIDGE
This is an original .69 caliber Buck & Ball cartridge. Composed of a .69 caliber round ball with three .31 caliber buckshot on top. Wrapped in cartridge paper and tied with string between each… (2024-331) Learn More »
$175.00
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FULL (OPENED) PACK OF .50 CALIBER GALLAGER CARTRIDGES – POULTNEY PATENT
A nice, solid pack containing ten .50 caliber cartridge for the Gallager carbine. These are the paper and brass foil cartridges. Made under Thomas Poultney’s patent of 1863. Pack has been opened… (1179-1448) Learn More »
$350.00
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.44 CALIBER RIFLE REVOLVER CARTRIDGE BY JOHNSON & DOW
Johnson & Dow received patents #33,393, #34,061, and #35,687 dated October 1, 1861, January 7, and June 24, 1862 for their cartridges. Using paper or fabric that was treated to make it… (1179-1330) Learn More »
$135.00
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NEW MODEL 1859 SHARPS CARBINE
The most famous, single-shot, percussion firearm used during the Civil War was the Sharps carbine, a .52 caliber, breechloading firearm invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native Christian… (1099-36) Learn More »
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 ARMY BOOT FROM FORT BUFORD, NORTH DAKOTA
This boot comes from Fort Buford, North Dakota, is in relic condition and was excavated on private property with the owner’s permission in anaerobic soil conditions that preserved it. The leg has… (1052-493) Learn More »
$225.00
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PAIR OF EARLY BARRACKS OR CAMP SHOES BY JOHN MUNDELL OF PHILADELPHIA
This pair of soldier’s shoes is from Fort Pembina, ND, a small U.S. army post from 1870 to 1895, and is typical army construction using rough-side out black leather and is clearly stamped… (1052-389) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR ARMY SHOES BY MUNDELL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This pair of shoes is from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and could be taken for attic or barn-finds, having been preserved by the wet, anaerobic soil conditions of the dig. They are solid, can… (1052-387) Learn More »
A POWDER HORN IN THE MAKING FROM FORT PEMBINA
Soldiers in remote US army frontier forts likely spent a lot more time fighting boredom in garrison than they did fending off attacks or campaigning. In this case it looks very much like a soldier… (1052-458) Learn More »
$65.00
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FRAMED LOT OF WORLD WAR TWO US ARMY AIR FORCE MATCHBOOKS
Modern frame holds 19 colorful matchbooks decorated with numerous different aircraft. The air fields represented and artwork are: CHARLES FIELD, SAULT STE. MARIE, MICHIGAN SANTA MARIA, CALIFORNIA -… (772-155) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO US ARMY AIR FORCE SERVICE PLAQUE FOR A PACIFIC THEATER VETERAN
Item is a shield shaped wooden plaque with a brass disc tacked to the center. The disc bears the Army Air Force insignia of a white star with a red circle at center and gold wings coming off the star… (772-156) Learn More »
VERY NICE WORLD WAR ONE EMBROIDERED PATRIOTIC PILLOW SHAM
Item is made of satin and lace with embroidered decoration on the front consisting of the flags of the allied nations above a baby blue riband that reads “SOUVENIR OF FRANCE.” All is done in full… (772-151) Learn More »
VERY NICE WORLD WAR ONE PATRIOTIC PILLOW SHAM
Item is made of cotton with a printed decoration on the front of the flags of the allied nations surrounding the Statue of Liberty. All is done in full color. At center of the piece is the Statue of… (772-150) Learn More »
RARE LOCK AND KEY BY ELIJAH RICKARD, SHEPHERDSTOWN, VA
This hasp of this screw pad lock bears the “ER” stamp Elijah Rickard (1795-1879,) the adopted son of its inventor, whitesmith Michael Rickard. Both Elijah and his own son, James, carried on the… (490-6774) 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 »
RARE 4.2-INCH, 30-POUND PARROTT RIFLE CANISTER ROUND
This canister round is complete, with tinned iron body nailed to its original wood sabot, filled with iron balls, and closed off by bending over tabs cut along the top edge of the cylinder to hold the… (2024-30) Learn More »
$3,250.00
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PAIR OF BRASS CIVIL WAR NCO SHOULDER SCALES WITH ATTACHMENTS
These scales were meant for wear by NCO’s on the nine-button frock coat or the cavalry and artillery shell jackets. They are of multi-piece construction. Each brass scale was slid into place and… (1235-42) Learn More »
$125.00
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RELIC OF A FRONTIER FORT: ARMY IRON TEA KETTLE/COFFEE POT FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This cast iron kettle was recovered at Fort Pembina, a small US army fort in operation from 1870 to 1895 and measures about 8” and 6-7” tall. It is a tea or coffee pot in form, but of very heavy… (1052-457) Learn More »
$65.00
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RELIC OF A FRONTIER FORT: ARMY IRON COOKING POT FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This cast iron cooking pot measures about 12” in diameter and 8” tall. The upper portion of one side is broken away. One of the brackets for an iron handle is still in place on the opposite side.… (1052-456) Learn More »
$65.00
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WOOD CRATE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
If you’ve been scanning our offerings recently you’ll have noticed material coming from excavations at Fort Pembina, a small US army frontier fort in operation from 1870 to 1895. The anaerobic… (1052-421) Learn More »
$450.00
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CAVALRY CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH BURNSIDE CARTRIDGE
This carbine cartridge box is a used, original example. It is constructed of black bridle leather and marked on the inner flap with “DINGEE & LORIGAN MAKERS NEW YORK.” The interior features a… (1235-41) Learn More »
$245.00
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ORIGINAL SMITH CARBINE IN VERY NICE CONDITION
Invented and patented by Gilbert Smith of Buttermilk Falls, New York in late 1855, here is an original Civil War Smith carbine in super condition. This single-shot, percussion shortarm is a .50… (1121-09) Learn More »
BOOK ON BUTTON MAKERS AND DEALERS BY McGUINN & BAZELON
The title of this book is “AMERICAN MILITARY BUTTON MAKERS AND DEALERS; THEIR BACKMARKS AND DATES” by William F. McGuinn and Bruce S. Bazelon. This is a newly revised edition published in… (1235-528) Learn More »
1976 BICENTENNIAL EDITION OF THE 1973 CLASSIC REFERENCE BOOK ON US BUTTONS BY ALBERT
Good copy of “RECORD OF AMERICAN UNIFORM AND HISTORICAL BUTTONS – BICENTENNIAL EDITION” by Alphaeus H. Albert. This edition was done in 1976 and covers buttons from 1775-1976. Volume meas.… (1235-527) Learn More »
REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER
This is a good example of the famous Model 1858 Remington Army Revolver. Approximately 122,000 of these were manufactured between the years 1863-1873. This is a percussion, six-shot, .44 caliber… (1099-38) Learn More »
$1,150.00
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GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR - RECOVERED BULLETS MOUNTED ON WOOD BASE
Label on bottom reads “Bullets From/Gettysburg Battlefield/Jennie Wade Museum”. These souvenirs were sold at the Jennie Wade House mid-2oth century. This example has 3 bullets nailed to the… (635-584) Learn More »
$125.00
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1893 NEW YORK AT GETTYSBURG MEDAL
1893 New York at Gettysburg medal. The medal was commissioned by NY and issued to Gettysburg veterans from the state attending a reunion and the New York monument dedication on July 2, 1893 in the… (635-573) Learn More »
$175.00
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THREE VOLUMES OF “THE HORSE SOLDIER 1776-1943” BY RANDY STEFFEN
These three volumes were originally part of a four volume set written by Steffen covering the US Cavalry from 1776 to 1943. The three volumes present are: 1.) THE REVOLUTION, THE WAR OF 1812,… (1235-526) Learn More »
.69 CALIBER “BELTED BALL” FOR BRUNSWICK RIFLE
The is an approximately .69 caliber, lead round ball. Its interesting feature is a wide, flat band the runs the circumference of the ball. This is an excavated round and displays an even white patina.… (236-951) Learn More »
$50.00
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RARE .52 CALIBER “ROCKER BASE” SHARPS BULLET
A very rare bullet, associated with the Trans-Mississippi and Texas troops. Typical Sharps pattern with raised bands, but these feature a slightly rounded “rocker” base. A very slight patina as is… (236-939) Learn More »
$95.00
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BULLET IN WOOD
Excavated remains of a tree with a bullet fired into it. Three-groove minie ball in the wood. Bullet is visible on one side of the wood. Chunk of wood measures 8.5” long x 2” wide and remains… (1179-1335B) Learn More »
$165.00
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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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FULL STANDING CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CIVIL WAR SAILOR
Image shows a sailor posed with one hand resting on a low table. He wears dark flat hat, a dark jumper with tie and matching trousers. Contrast and clarity are very good as are the mount and… (160-487) Learn More »
$135.00
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CDV OF 1863 TRAIN WRECK
Image shows a collapsed wooden bridge over a mill dam with a locomotive half in the water while the box car behind it leans off the bridge abutment and is partially submerged. The view is looking up… (160-354) Learn More »
$100.00
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VIEW OF THORBURN’S HOUSE AT SUDLEY CHURCH – IMAGE #317 OF “BRADY’S ALBUM GALLERY”
Image shows a small two-story house with a yard surrounded by a white picket fence. The house has a chimney at rear with a summer kitchen off to the side. There are also several small out… (160-321) Learn More »
CDV LITHOGRAPH OF A US COLORED TROOPS SOLDIER
Lithograph is of an African American soldier from the waist-up. He wears a forage cap and frock coat with knapsack, waist belt with cap box and bayonet and carries his musket on the right… (160-261) Learn More »
$65.00
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CDV OF CONFEDERATE MARYLAND ARTILLERYMAN IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES
Image is a chest-up view of John Irvin in the typical dark civilian suit with white shirt and bowtie. Contrast and clarity are good. Mount corners are clipped. Paper has light surface dirt. Glued to… (2023-2938) Learn More »
$125.00
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CDV OF MARY CUSTIS LEE, ALEXANDRIA BACKMARK
CDV of Mary Custis Lee. Chest-up, profile view. Image is light. Plain mount is clean with rounded corners. Old ink identification along bottom edge of image. Photographer's backmark, A.M. Hall,… (1138-1474) Learn More »
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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 prior service in the 10th PA from April 26 to… (1179-420). Learn More »
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