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AMBER CHLOROFORM BOTTLE, CIRCA 1860-1880
Good, full label amber chloroform bottle dating to c. 1860-1880. Stands approx. 6 1/2" tall; 2 1/2" in diameter at base. Cork present, small portion missing. Small amount of paper remains around… (14-1432) Learn More »
CIRCA 1860'S WHISKEY BOTTLE
Fine, dark amber back bar type whiskey bottle with patent information on reverse in raised lettering - "W.N. WALTON'S / PAT. SEPT 23, 1862." The 's' in 'WALTON'S' is backwards. Stands 12"… (14-1433) Learn More »
CIRCA 1860-1880 DECANTER - 'GINGER'
Fine decanter with nice engraving - "Ginger" with floral design below. Probably Sandwich glass. Stands 11 1/4" tall; base is 3 1/2" in diameter. Has a few small bubbles in the neck, near the… (14-1434) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE STATES OF AMERICA BOND $500
Dated “February 18, 1862”; numbered “1393”. Issued to “B.G. Riply ast. Treas./ Charleston, S.C.”, this beige colored, “Six Per Cent” Bond is signed by Signed by the “ Ro.… (L13841) Learn More »
EARLY CIVIL WAR THREE-SCREW COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER
This cap and ball percussion sidearm is an original Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in very good overall condition. These sidearms were in production from 1860 through 1873 and were the… (30-1596) Learn More »
ORIGINAL TYPE-2 REMINGTON SPLIT-BREECH LOADING CARBINE
This Remington single-shot breechloading carbine is more commonly known as a ‘Split Breech’ Remington carbine. Various types were sub-contracted from Remington by the Savage Revolving Arms Company… (123-7135) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR FRANK WESSON CARBINE
Here is an original, seldom-seen, Frank Wesson single-shot breechloading carbine in very good condition. This .44 caliber, ‘two-trigger’ rimfire, Wesson military carbine is one of some 4,500… (123-7187) Learn More »
WONDERFUL FRAMED WORLD WAR ONE POSTER
Poster proclaims “THE HEALTH OF THE CHILDREN IS THE POWER OF THE NATION” in white letters in a blue sky. Beneath the sky in a field of deep green grass 15 children, both boys and girls of various… (246-76) Learn More »
ID'D CDV FULL LENGTH VIEW - MAHLON H. PULLMAN, 34TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY
Standing view of Pvt. Mahlon H. Hollman in full uniform with long nine button frock coat, light blue pants and kepi. No backmark, looks like CDV was "torn" from mounting at one time or another. Light… (P12214) Learn More »
.56 CALIBER SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 RIFLE WITH BAYONET
Offered is one of the finest Model 1859 rifles we have had for a long time. This Model 1859 Sharps Rifle is a .56 caliber percussion breechloader with the Sharps pellet priming system. Markings… (302-33) Learn More »
BURNSIDE CARBINE ID’D TO MEMBER OF THE 6TH ILLINOIS CAVALRY
This is a 5th Model Burnside with serial number 12942. Walnut stock is dark. No cartouche is visible. Wood is in good condition with acceptable dings and dents from wear and use except for the section… (513-17) Learn More »
EXCELLENT IRON BRIGADE REUNION RIBBON
Here is a post-Civil War silk reunion ribbon from the famous Iron Brigade in the Union Army that commemorates its participation in the Civil War. In excellent condition, the yellow-gold … (661-01) Learn More »
$150.00
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MILITIA CROSS SHOULDER BELT PLATE
Plate is slightly convex with clipped corners. Some light wear to front surface. Back has large pin device. Came from a Rockland, Maine estate. (M22304) Learn More »
GAR SLOUCH HAT
This is a felt slouch hat that was worn by members of the G.A.R. It has the black and gold hat cord. The outer brim has a wire enclosed in cloth. No sweat band. (286-11) Learn More »
GAR HAT INSIGNIA
Stamped brass wreath with “G.A.R.” at center. Pin present on back. This is the standard GAR hat insignia. Good condition. From a Rockland, Maine estate. (M22305) Learn More »
A SOLID, EARLY PRODUCTION .32 ALLEN & WHEELOCK SIDEHAMMER RIMFIRE REVOLVER
This specimen of a vintage rimfire percussion sidearm emanated from the Worcester manufacturing center in Massachusetts. Designated the Allen 32 Sidehammer rimfire revolver model, the gun is an early… (277-36) Learn More »
$475.00
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INTRICATELY CARVED 19TH CENTURY IVORY SLAB MEDALLION
This is an unusual ivory slab medallion that measures 2” high x 1½” wide x 1/8” thick. Surface is painstakingly etched with a delicate, hand-done image of two multi-point stars, one overlaid… (277-57) Learn More »
CS T-58 $20.00 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $20.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 58" showing the state capital at Nashville. Double-side printed paper bill is… (L13920) Learn More »
CS T-46 $10.00 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $10.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 46" note with Ceres leaning on a cotton bale. Single-side printed paper bill… (L13919) Learn More »
CS T-36 $5.00 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $5.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 36" note with Ceres seated on a cotton bale. Single-side printed paper bill is… (L13918) Learn More »
STATE OF MISSISSIPPI $5.00 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $5.00 State of Mississippi Note with a "Faith of the State’ top of a large "V" overprinted on face. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type A-475"… (277-33) Learn More »
CSA T-68 $5 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $5.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 60" note showing the state capitol at Richmond. Double-side printed paper bill… (277-29) Learn More »
CSA T-68 $10 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $10.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 68" note with mounted soldiers horses pulling a caisson and cannon.… (277-30) Learn More »
CSA T-60 $5 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $5.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 60" note showing the state capitol at Richmond. Double-side printed paper… (277-28) Learn More »
CSA T-68 $10 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $10.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell-listed as a ‘Type 68" note with mounted soldiers horses pulling a caisson and cannon.… (277-27) Learn More »
CSA T-66 $50 NOTE
An original Civil War paper money artifact referred to as a $50.00 Confederate Treasury Note. Criswell listed as a ‘Type 66" note showing bust of Jefferson Davis. Double-side printed paper bill is… (277-26) Learn More »
ORIGINAL CASE FOR A COLT M1855 ROOT REVOLVER
Presented here is a seldom seen, original walnut case on excellent condition made to accommodate the M1855 Colt ‘Root’ revolver. The two-piece, burgundy velvet-lined, lockable case measures 9… (123-7157) Learn More »
SET OF CIRCA 1870'S ORIGINAL MEDICAL SADDLEBAGS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
Presented here is a very good set of original medical saddlebags employed by physicians when they made their medical rounds on horseback. Such saddlebag devices were used before, during and after the… (172-2492) Learn More »
ORIGINAL 19th CENTURY DOCTOR’S MEDICAL BAG
Here is an original, late nineteenth century doctor’s leather medical bag as carried by the medical profession on their rounds of patient / house calls. Bag measures approximately 9½” long x… (563-02) Learn More »
18TH CENTURY SURGEON’S MECHANICAL SAW
This original medical instrument is a surgeon’s hand-held, mechanical saw sans the cutting blade from the 18th century. In good overall condition, this medical artifact was used during surgical… (563-03) Learn More »
POST-CIVIL WAR MEDICAL SURGEON'S TREPHINE
Original post-Civil War era medical instrument called a ‘trephine’ used by surgeons in performing operations of the skull. This t-shaped tool allowed the doctor to reduce fractures and to relieve… (31-1443) Learn More »
U.S. NAVAL WATERCAP FUSE ADAPTER, DATED 1861
This Federal accoutrement is a relic condition artillery device known as a naval watercap fuse. Of wartime design, this tapered, cylindrical-shaped brass fuse adapter is the type utilized by the US… (R19287) Learn More »
WONDERFUL CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH ITS ORIGINAL LINEN CARRY STRAP
Presented here is a remarkable, completely original Civil War Confederate leather cartridge box in wonderful condition that still retains its original, black painted-linen shoulder sling. A true… (151-93) Learn More »
$4,500.00
Originally $6,500.00
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BURLWOOD WRITING DESK CIRCA 1850s - 1860s
This wooden artifact from the mid nineteenth century is a large but portable writing case or lap desk that many Civil War officers carried in their luggage during the war. When closed, the… (661-04) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
Face is clean with some light scattered age spots. Plate is darkening a little but still retains some of its brightness. Back has both loops and 100% lead fill. From a Rockland, Maine estate. (M22308) Learn More »
MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER ID’D TO MEMBER OF 16TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY
This item was purchased right from the family of the soldier who carried it in the war. This is a .44 cal. Colt Amy revolver with serial number 77599. This number matches throughout, even on the wedge… (172-2657) Learn More »
$2,100.00
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CONFEDERATE $500 NOTE
This is one of the most reproduced bills out there but this one is real! Confederate Government $500 bill with profile of Stonewall Jackson at lower right and Rebel Battle Flag with the Seal of the… (L13891) Learn More »
$325.00
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VERBALLY IDENTIFIED M1855 ANGULAR SOCKET BAYONET IN RELIC CONDITION - ROSCOE G. ROBINSON, 4TH MAINE INFANTRY
Presented in relic condition is an original, US Model 1855 socket bayonet sans its leather scabbard was recently found at an estate sale in Rockland, Maine and verbally identified to Private Roscoe G.… (E2276) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PERIOD TIN LETTER BOX
This rectangular tin container is an original Civil War era accoutrement sometimes referred to as a letter box. The box device measures 5¼” high x 10½” long x 8” wide when closed. Box has a… (661-03) Learn More »
LATE WORLD WAR TWO 29TH DIVISION HELMET
This is a swivel bale, front seam, World War Two M1 steel helmet with the 29th Division insignia painted on the front. Paint is in nice condition with average wear from age and storage. Green woven… (302-37) Learn More »
$850.00
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G.A.R. QUARTERMASTER RIBBON - STATE OF MAINE
From Rockland, Maine estate. Standard vertical ribbon ladder badge [measuring 3.75 in length, l.75” in width] with blue & gold sergeant’s chevrons attached to vertical pin above, with… (M22317) Learn More »
$95.00
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MAINE STATE OFFICER’S G.A.R. BADGE
From Rockland, Maine estate. Standard ladder badge [measuring 3.5” in length, 1.75” in width] consisting of a state officer’s Colonel shoulder-strap pin at top, Maine medallion at bottom,… (M22316) Learn More »
CIRCA 1830'S GLASS DECANTER WITH CLEAR BASE
This tear-drop shaped glass artifact is a vintage and pleasing, blown glass wine or spirit decanter. Piece measures 8" high and has a 3¾" wide clear base. Decanter sports a 2¼" diameter x ¼" thick… (246-74) Learn More »
$95.00
Originally $135.00
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CIRCA 1830'S GLASS DECANTER WITH CLEAR BASE
This teardrop shaped glass artifact is a vintage and pleasing, blown glass wine or spirit decanter from the early part of the nineteenth century. Piece measures 9¼" high and has a 4" wide clear base.… (246-73) Learn More »
$95.00
Originally $135.00
CS IMPRINT - REPORT OF THE POSTMASTER-GENERAL TO THE PRESIDENT, APRIL 29, 1861
44 PP., 5" X 8". Ordered to be printed by the Senate, February 10, 1865. Report presented by the Post-Office Department, Montgomery, Ala., April 29th, 1861. Covers organization of the… (L10971) Learn More »
'UNION HYMN' SONG SHEET ID'D TO ALANSON WILES, 42ND PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY ("BUCKTAILS") & 17TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY
Union Hymn, written by Jon E. Kiser of South Troy, VT. Measures 5 7/8" by 7 3/4"; fold line at center, light scattered soiling. On the reverse in period ink is written, "to Mrs. Emily J. Strait /… (411-95) Learn More »
$35.00
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A CONFEDERATE SKETCHBOOK: A COLLECTION OF DETAILED NOTES AND OBSERVATIONS ON CONFEDERATE UNIFORMS AND ACCOUTERMENTS FOR THE MILITARY COLLECTOR AND ENTHUSIAST
By Michael R. Thomas. Privately printed 1981, 2nd Ptg. 20pp., ills. Gray wraps with ills. covers, measuring 10.75 x 8.5. A collection of detailed notes and observations on Confederate uniforms and… (460-374) Learn More »
$7.50
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GEM SIZED TINTYPE OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Gem sized tintype of President Abraham Lincoln attached to a CDV card. The card has a printed Victorian frame at center. The brass mat of the tintype passes through slits on the card so that the photo… (P13010) Learn More »
CDV - OUTDOOR VIEW OF WEST POINT CADETS IN TRAINING
Horizontal CDV sized view of a large open field with a battery of guns dismounted. Upon inspection one can count 6 cannon barrels dismounted and laying on the ground. You can also see the rammers,… (P13009) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE D GUARD BOWIE KNIFE
Iron clipped point blade meas. approx. 17 inches long x 2.00 inches wide. Blade exhibits surface rust evenly on both sides but is still solid. Iron “D” guard is also rusted but not loose. Wood… (513-06) Learn More »
DARK CIVIL WAR WINE BOTTLE FROM PICKETT’S MILL, GA
Here is a Civil War period, quart-size glass wine bottle. This thick glass specimen is dark green color and measures 10” tall x 2¾” wide. Glass surface is smooth and has no cracks, chips, or… (277-51) Learn More »
$29.50
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U.S. MODEL 1863 COMBINATION GUN TOOL
This iron, two-blade combination nipple wrench / tool, produced for the M1863 rifle musket, is in very fine condition. With the deletion of the clean-out screw in the bolster of the regulation rifle… (277-24) Learn More »
EXCAVATED RELIC SPOON FROM CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG
Presented is this large-size relic pewter spoon excavated from the area of Culp’s Hill on the battlefield at Gettysburg. Piece measures 4½” long with a 3½” long bowl. In relic condition, the… (277-54) Learn More »
$18.50
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LARGE 19TH CENTURY MOUTH HARP OR JAW’S HARP
Artifact is a iron musical instrument of the 19th century and descendant of ancient Asian and European musicians. Often referred to as a Jaw’s harp or Jew’s harp, device is made to be placed… (277-52) Learn More »
$29.50
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CIVIL WAR ERA TIN CUP
This artifact is a small, tin drinking cup of Civil War manufacture commonly used by soldiers and civilians alike. Strong and rugged, this tin cup measures 1¾” high by 3” in diameter and has a… (277-46) Learn More »
$29.50
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HANDSOME, HIGH GRADE OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD PRESENTED TO CAPTAIN DAVIS J. RICH, 34TH NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS
Here, in wonderful condition, is an original French-made, high-grade infantry officer’s presentation sword complete with its matching leather scabbard. The high quality edged weapon was a gift to… (123-7072) Learn More »
1938 GETTYSBURG 75TH REUNION COVER
Unused condition. 75th Anniversary logo with photo of Eternal Light Peace Memorial. Yellowed somewhat with age. The cover in the image is representative of the general condition of the lot. (L8844) Learn More »
INERT WINCHESTER 37MM HOTCHKISS SHELL
This is the type of artillery shell that was used at the battle of Wounded Knee. It weights approximately 14.7 ounces. On the brass ring is marked MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO /… (M9628) Learn More »
C.S. FUSES RECOVERED FROM TREVILIAN STATION, VIRGINIA
These are all one of the eight common time fuse adapters used by Confederate artillery. All have the standard 0.98 inch body diameter with 12 threads per inch. They range in length from 1.4” to… (R5155) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR - MAY 3, 1861
VOL. XXXI/ NO. 18/ WHOLE NO. 1584 - BOSTON. 4pp., 6 columns, measuring 18 x 24.5”. Moderately yellowed and semi-fragile, w fold marks, and with light chipping at the extremities and along the… (L13688) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR - MAY 13, 1859
VOL. XXIX/NO. 19/WHOLE NO. 1592.—BOSTON. 4 pp., 6 columns, measuring 18 x 24.5”. Slight soiling of cover page, w/light chipping of upper margin and the center fold-mark. Small internal tears… (L13692) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR - JULY 6, 1860
VOL. XXX. / NO. 27—BOSTON. 4 pp., 6 columns, measuring 17.5 x 24.5”. Exhibits fold-marks and a soiled and faded upper right corner, which exhibits chipping at the margins, a small 1.5” … (L13690) Learn More »
LOUISVILLE DAILY COURIER - SEPTEMBER 4, 1861 MORNING EDITION
VOL.33/ NO. 56. 4pp., 7 columns, measuring 23 x 16”. Exhibits light soiling w/chipped upper left corners. Else VG & entirely legible. This paper was published a month after the Confederate… (L13703) Learn More »
THE ANTI-SLAVERY BUGLE - JANUARY 19, 1850
VOL. 5/NO. 19 - WHOLE NO. 19 - SALEM, COLUMBIANA CO., OHIO. 4pp., 6 columns, 21 x16.25”. Front page contains the famed address of W.H. Furness to the Pennsylvania Anti-Slavery Society, during… (L13695) Learn More »
NON-REGULATION, STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD FINELY-ETCHED WITH A MASSACHUSETTS STATE SEAL
This staff & field blade is a handsome, imported, non-regulation Civil War Federal staff officer’s sword with its metal scabbard, both in excellent original condition. A privately purchased… (173-85) Learn More »
MPORTED MODEL 1840 ENLISTED CAVALRY SABER AND SCABBARD PARTIALLY ID’D TO GAR POST #160
The Model 1840 cavalry saber, commonly referred to as “The Old Wristbreaker”, was indeed one of the ‘tried and true’ military edged weapons used by U.S. mounted forces before and during the… (172-2648) Learn More »
POSSIBLY CS ALTERED, PARTIALLY ID’D, M1836 TYPE 2 HALL U. S. BREECHLOADING CARBINE
Presented here is a much-altered specimen of a Model 1836 Hall breechloading smoothbore percussion carbine. It appears to have been modified from a M1819 Halls’s rifle or carbine originally produced… (31-1460) Learn More »
$1,395.00
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US BREECHLOADING M1843 HALL-NORTH CARBINE
Presented here is a partially ID’d Model 1843 Hall-North .52 caliber, breechloading percussion carbine, sometimes referred to as a Side Lever Hall. Top of flat receiver is clearly stamped with a… (172-2534) Learn More »
$25.00
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U.S. 4.52 INCH 12-POUND SPHERICAL SHOT USED AS A FARM WEIGHT - FOUND ON LITTLE ROUND TOP, GETTYSBURG / GEISELMAN COLLECTION
Here is an outstanding U.S. 4.52-inch solid spherical shot that was used as a farm weight. Shot rounds such as this were usually fired to ricochet from one target to another causing extensive… (R11292) Learn More »
1938 PROGRAM OF 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG
Four page pamphlet listing the events of July 1-4, 1938. Good condition. (67-962) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE STATES OFFICERS PAY VOUCHER - 2nd LIEUTENANT J. B. MONTGOMERY, CO. "K", 1ST KENTUCKY CAVALRY
Pre-printed Form No. 57 - Officers Pay Account. Voucher No. "9", Dated 8 December 1863. 2pp., measuring 7.75 x 8.75". Though the form is yellowed, the printed writing is entirely legible. Not so the… (490-216) Learn More »
ABRAHAM LINCOLN. AN ADDRESS DELIVERED BEFORE R.E. CAMP, NO. 1, CONFEDERATE VETERANS, AT RICHMOND, VA, ON OCTOBER 29TH, 1909, BY HON. GEORGE L. CHRISTIAN
Richmond: Wm. Ellis Jones, 1909. 40pp., brown wraps. Fine condition. Good Virginia Confederate veteran collectible. (460-355) Learn More »
$15.00
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STATE OF LOUISIANA. SPEECH OF HON. F.T. FRELINGHUYSEN, NEW JERSEY, IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES, APRIL 14, 1874
Washington: Government Printing office, 1874. 26pp, measuring 8.5 by 5.75". This speech by the New Jersey senator was made in support of President Grant’s decision to send troops to end… (460-372) Learn More »
ANV REQUISITION FORM - 1ST VIRGINIA ARTILLERY
Pre-printed form, dated 2/26/1862. 4pp, pre-printed gray from. From First Regiment VA. Arty, stationed at Miner’s Farm, signed by W.R. Garrett, Capt., for "16 sets of lead harness". Approved by… (L13572) Learn More »
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EXTREMELY FINE MAKER-MARKED MID-18TH CENTURY SET OF SOLID SILVER ENCASED GUNNER'S ARTILLEY INSTRUMENTS
Presented here is a remarkable and very rare pocket kit of solid-silver, English-made artillery instruments circa 1750. This extraordinary grouping of eleven, high-quality 'gunner's mathematical instruments' are in very excellent condition and come… (30-1447). Learn More »
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