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SCARCE SMALL SIZE OVAL US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE STAMPED “W.H. SMITH / BROOKLYN”

SCARCE SMALL SIZE OVAL US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE STAMPED “W.H. SMITH / BROOKLYN”

This is a very fine, non-excavated M1839 cartridge box plate made and marked by “W.H. Smith / Brooklyn”. Adopted in 1839, these plates were made of stamped, rolled brass with fastening loops on… (2025-1114) Learn More »

EXCELLENT ROUND EAGLE N.C.O. SHOULDER BELT PLATE

EXCELLENT ROUND EAGLE N.C.O. SHOULDER BELT PLATE

These plates were introduced in 1826 for use on the bayonet shoulder belt. When the switch was made to wear the bayonet on the waistbelt in the early 1840s these plates with their three hooks were… (2025-806) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR-ERA “CLOOSE / CROSBY” FIFE

CIVIL WAR-ERA “CLOOSE / CROSBY” FIFE

This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument of the mid-19th century. In very good original condition, this Civil War-era cylindrical fife measures 17” long and is… (2025-75) Learn More »

U. S. SPRINGFIELD M1863 TYPE I MUSKET DATED 1864

U. S. SPRINGFIELD M1863 TYPE I MUSKET DATED 1864

This Civil War longarm is a .58 caliber “Springfield” Model 1863, Type 1, single-shot muzzleloader in complete, excellent overall condition. The Springfield M1863 Type 1 musket was a government… (490-7393) Learn More »

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY OFFICER'S KEPI - THE OWNER WAS KILLED IN ACTION

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY OFFICER'S KEPI - THE OWNER WAS KILLED IN ACTION

This has to be one of the best out there for history, its classic appearance and condition. Peyton Johnston Junior was commissioned an officer in the Virginia 3rd Cavalry Regiment on 15 Aug 1861. He… (1268-1008) Learn More »

EIGHT STAR – VIRGINIA - CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL “BIBLE” FLAG

EIGHT STAR – VIRGINIA - CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL “BIBLE” FLAG

This printed Confederate First National Flag measures 7” by 3” and bears eight stars, likely dating it just after the official secession of Viriginia on April 17, 1861, and sometime before the… (286-1422) Learn More »

CSA RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE

CSA RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE

A very good example of the quintessential Confederate belt plate- the rectangular CSA. This plate comes with a letter of authenticity from well-known and respected Confederate collector Lewis Leigh… (1083-16) Learn More »

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF AN ARMED UNION CAVALRYMAN

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF AN ARMED UNION CAVALRYMAN

A clear tintype photograph of a seated Union cavalryman shown from the waist up, holding his drawn cavalry saber across his chest. He wears a short jacket with some of the trim and buttons lightly… (286-1427) Learn More »

$550.00
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LARGE PAINTED IRON FINIAL IN THE FORM OF A G.A.R. MEDAL

LARGE PAINTED IRON FINIAL IN THE FORM OF A G.A.R. MEDAL

This large replica of a G.A.R. medal measures 10” by 6” and weighs 2 lbs 7 oz. The eagle, cannon balls, stars on the flag ribbon, and the medal retain a lot of their original gold paint. The… (286-1405) Learn More »

$95.00
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SHOP HOURS - REENACTMENT WEEK AND BIKE WEEK

SHOP HOURS - REENACTMENT WEEK AND BIKE WEEK

Re-enactment Week Monday, June 30th: 11AM - 5PM Tuesday, July 1st: 11AM - 5PM Wednesday, July 2nd: 9AM - 5PM Thursday, July 3rd: 11AM - 5PM Friday, July 4th: 11AM - 5PM Saturday, July 5th: 9AM -… Learn More »

RARE STYLE JACKET WORN BY GENERAL THOMAS G. STEVENSON, KILLED IN ACTION MAY 1864 NEAR SPOTSYLVANIA COURT HOUSE

RARE STYLE JACKET WORN BY GENERAL THOMAS G. STEVENSON, KILLED IN ACTION MAY 1864 NEAR SPOTSYLVANIA COURT HOUSE

Thomas Greely Stevenson was born in Boston Massachusetts. He was 25 years old when the Civil War began. He had risen from private to major in the Massachusetts Militia very quickly. On December 3,… (1268-310) Learn More »

$39,500.00
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HARD TO GET COPY OF “JOHN BACHELDER’S HISTORY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG

HARD TO GET COPY OF “JOHN BACHELDER’S HISTORY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG

Volume has dark blue hardcovers with the title in gold on the spine and front cover. Exterior is very clean and bright. White dustjacket with red lettering is also present and in good condition with… (2025-1278) Learn More »

$225.00
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OUT OF PRINT BOOK – “GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELIC & SOUVENIRS”

OUT OF PRINT BOOK – “GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELIC & SOUVENIRS”

Published in 2009 by Mike O’Donnell; now out of print. This book provides pictures and descriptions of relics found on the Battlefield of Gettysburg and surrounding area through the ages. This is… (2025-1276) Learn More »

STEREOVIEW CARD – “ARIZONA INDIAN”

STEREOVIEW CARD – “ARIZONA INDIAN”

This dual image is labeled “Arizona Indians.” Shows a Native man in a breechcloth, wearing a braided headdress. The image is in good condition with sharp edges and no notable damage or wear.  It… (1266-855) Learn More »

$55.00
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1889 STEREOVIEW CARD – LITTLE WAR EAGLE

1889 STEREOVIEW CARD – LITTLE WAR EAGLE

This dual image features a child named “War Eagle” standing in front of members of his proud Native tribe. He wears a feathered headdress and a breechcloth.  It is in good condition with light… (1266-853) Learn More »

RARE STEREOVIEW CARD – SIOUX CAMP

RARE STEREOVIEW CARD – SIOUX CAMP

This antique stereo card features a dual printed image of what appears to be a Sioux tribal family at their camp.  A wagon rests near a teepee, while three people rest beneath a drying rack. The… (1266-850) Learn More »

$85.00
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SILVER SHIELD-SHAPED ID BADGE – 144TH NEW YORK

SILVER SHIELD-SHAPED ID BADGE – 144TH NEW YORK

Offered here is a silver identification badge with t-bar pin on back. Badge is in shield shaped and engraved with “J.J. Dixon / Co. I / 144th Regt. / N.Y.V.” Badge is complete and very fine in… (2025-1119) Learn More »

GOLD SHIELD-SHAPED ID BADGE – 5TH MAINE INFANTRY

GOLD SHIELD-SHAPED ID BADGE – 5TH MAINE INFANTRY

Offered here is a gold identification badge with t-bar pin on back. Badge is in shield shaped and engraved with “CAPT / C.H. SMALL / Co. D / 5th Me Vol.” Badge is complete and very fine in every… (2025-1158) Learn More »

VERY FINE, EARLY CIVIL WAR, SILVER ENGINEER’S BADGE

VERY FINE, EARLY CIVIL WAR, SILVER ENGINEER’S BADGE

This rare pin is associated with the US Army Corps of Engineers early in the Civil War. This silver pin consists of the Engineer’s “castle” sitting atop a large circular disk. Within the circle… (1268-152) Learn More »

PEWTER 1866 GOVERNOR’S CAMPAIGN TOKEN FOR J.W. GEARY

PEWTER 1866 GOVERNOR’S CAMPAIGN TOKEN FOR J.W. GEARY

Pewter disk in excavated relic condition. 32mm. Bust of Geary with “FOR GOV. MAJ. GEN. J.W. GEARY / 1866” on one side and a large star with “I VOTE AS I FIGHT” on back side. Struck by William… (1256-113) Learn More »

1880s ENGLISH “BELLY BOX” 10-GAUGE SHOT POUCH

1880s ENGLISH “BELLY BOX” 10-GAUGE SHOT POUCH

Offered here is a fine leather cartridge pouch to hold twenty, 10-gauge shot shells. Pouch is constructed of fine leather with leather “hinge” and leather “lid”. Pouch is shaped with a slight… (2025-914) Learn More »

$95.00
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ID’D GEORGIA CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S VEST, TROUSERS, HAVERSACK AND CAP BOX

ID’D GEORGIA CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S VEST, TROUSERS, HAVERSACK AND CAP BOX

This is a great looking Confederate uniform grouping belonging to the impressively named Marshall H.A. DeGraffenreid, a Lieutenant in the “First Georgia Regulars” from 1862 to 1865, who saw action… (1268-046) Learn More »

CINCINNATI DEPOT CANTEEN

CINCINNATI DEPOT CANTEEN

Pattern 1858 smooth side canteen with tin spout as made by the Cincinnati Depot. The body of the canteen is in good condition overall. Both side show numerous minor dents from use. There is no cloth… (1256-14) Learn More »

NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN

NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN

Pattern 1858 smooth side canteen with pewter spout as made by the New York Depot. The body of the canteen is in good condition overall. Both sides show a single large dent in the middle from use. All… (1256-07) Learn More »

EXCELLENT CONDITION SMITH PATENT BRIGADIER GENERAL’S SHOULDER STRAPS

EXCELLENT CONDITION SMITH PATENT BRIGADIER GENERAL’S SHOULDER STRAPS

Smith patent shoulder straps used a gilt stamped brass border imitating the dead and bright bullion of embroidered shoulder straps, and were more robust, easier to maintain and less expensive, making… (142-111) Learn More »

$2,250.00
Originally $2,750.00
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1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER’S SILVER BULLION HUNTING HORN

1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER’S SILVER BULLION HUNTING HORN

The branch of service color and metal in the regular army for infantry remained silver and white until the early 1850s when they moved into various shades of light blue and buttons became universally… (142-81) Learn More »

$125.00
Originally $150.00
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VERY NICE SILVER POST-WAR VETERANS 15TH CORPS BADGE

VERY NICE SILVER POST-WAR VETERANS 15TH CORPS BADGE

Badge has two pieces. Silver top bar is rectangular but with a scalloped bottom. Face has a finely done wavy lined border with fern decorations in the corners.  Reverse retains the original “T”… (142-98) Learn More »

$400.00
Originally $450.00

12-POUND CANISTER BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG

12-POUND CANISTER BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG

This ball is from a round of canister fired from a 12-pound field piece and was found at an unknown location at Gettysburg.  Accompanied by small wooden base to which it is firmly affixed. A small… (2025-1492) Learn More »

$65.00
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12-POUND CANISTER BALL FROM CULP’S HILL

12-POUND CANISTER BALL FROM CULP’S HILL

This ball is from a round of canister fired from a 12-pound field piece and was found in the area Culp’s Hill here at Gettysburg.  Accompanied by small wooden base. … (2025-1513) Learn More »

$95.00
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12-POUND CANISTER BALL FROM CULP’S HILL

12-POUND CANISTER BALL FROM CULP’S HILL

This ball is from a round of canister fired from a 12-pound field piece and was found in the area of Culp’s Hill here at Gettysburg. Has a dark colored surface [possibly shellacked], with a… (2025-1511) Learn More »

$95.00
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U.S. MODEL 1855 RIFLEMAN’S BELT AND BUCKLE WITH BAYONET FROG, SCABBARD, & CONFEDERATE ASSEMBLED SABER BAYONET

U.S. MODEL 1855 RIFLEMAN’S BELT AND BUCKLE WITH BAYONET FROG, SCABBARD, & CONFEDERATE ASSEMBLED SABER BAYONET

This scarce 1855 rifleman’s belt rig is in good condition and complete with its two-piece frame buckle, brass belt loops, bayonet frog, scabbard, and bayonet. Constructed of black leather, the belt… (2025-691) Learn More »

19th CENTURY 3 RING DECANTER

19th CENTURY 3 RING DECANTER

Classic decanter with two applied rings on the neck. Missing its stopper. Stands approx. 9 1/2” tall; base is 3 ¾” in diameter.  Unpolished pontil. Very fine condition, no chips.… (1266-162) Learn More »

CIRCA 1780 TRUMPET WINE GLASS

CIRCA 1780 TRUMPET WINE GLASS

A superb example of a Revolutionary War period wine glass; free blown with a rough pontil. No chips or cracks; some scattered small air bubbles. Stands 4 ½” tall; 2 ½” in diameter at lip; base… (1266-68) Learn More »

$65.00
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DIXIE STEAM BOTTLING WORKS “HUTCH” SODA BOTTLE, BIRMINGHAM, AL

DIXIE STEAM BOTTLING WORKS “HUTCH” SODA BOTTLE, BIRMINGHAM, AL

Antique blob top soda bottle with “DIXIE / STEAM BOTTLING WORKS / CO. BIRMINGHAM / ALA.” embossed on it. The company was in operation from 1900 to 1902. The light aqua colored bottle stands… (1266-166) Learn More »

$35.00
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REPLICA OF ANTIETAM’S DUNKER CHURCH BY GARY CASTEEL

REPLICA OF ANTIETAM’S DUNKER CHURCH BY GARY CASTEEL

Signed by the artist, the base of this replica measures 5 ¾" x 5 ½”; the building stands 3 3/8” tall including base.  Overall excellent condition. The Dunker Church is one of the most iconic… (2025-1292) Learn More »

$85.00
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LIMITED EDITION GETTYSBURG FIRST SHOT MARKER MONUMENT REPLICA BY GARY CASTEEL

LIMITED EDITION GETTYSBURG FIRST SHOT MARKER MONUMENT REPLICA BY GARY CASTEEL

This signed and numbered monument replica measure is in excellent condition.  Measures 2 ¼” x 2 ¼” x 5”.   Number 52 of 1863. Around 7:30 a.m. on the morning of July 1, 1863, Lieutenant… (2025-1270) Learn More »

$65.00
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WAR TALKS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS COMPILED BY GEORGE S. BERNARD

WAR TALKS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS COMPILED BY GEORGE S. BERNARD

The subtitle of this book is: “Addresses delivered before the A.P. Hill Camp of Confederate Veterans of Petersburg, Virginia with addenda giving statements of participants, eye witnesses, and others… (1180-231) Learn More »

ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA MEMORIAL VOLUME BY J. WILLIAM JONES

ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA MEMORIAL VOLUME BY J. WILLIAM JONES

This volume contains a compilation of memorial addresses made at the first nine annual reunions of ANV Confederate veterans from 1870 to 1879. All of the papers presented related to battles and… (1180-230) Learn More »

$15.00
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1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY

1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY

This cavalry guidon was formerly in the personal collection of Jim Stamatelos, well known Civil War collector, dealer, and major contributor of items illustrated in the Time-Life volume “Echoes of… (433-14) Learn More »

$28,000.00
Originally $35,000.00

ENGLISH/BELGIAN COPY OF SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 REVOLVER & HOLSTER IDENTIFIED TO 8TH MINNESOTA INFANTRY

ENGLISH/BELGIAN COPY OF SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 REVOLVER & HOLSTER IDENTIFIED TO 8TH MINNESOTA INFANTRY

This is a European (English or Belgian) copy of a Smith & Wesson, No. 1, Second Issue Revolver. It is a .32 caliber, seven-shot revolver with a 4” octagonal barrel, rosewood handles, with… (2022-986) Learn More »

$1,295.00
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SHOP HOURS - REENACTMENT WEEK AND BIKE WEEK

SHOP HOURS - REENACTMENT WEEK AND BIKE WEEK

Re-enactment Week Monday, June 30th: 11AM - 5PM Tuesday, July 1st: 11AM - 5PM Wednesday, July 2nd: 9AM - 5PM Thursday, July 3rd: 11AM - 5PM Friday, July 4th: 11AM - 5PM Saturday, July 5th: 9AM -… Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - PRIVATE ALBERT A. TRESCOTT, BATTERY “E”, 1ST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - PRIVATE ALBERT A. TRESCOTT, BATTERY “E”, 1ST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY

Dated “Camp Winfield Scott / Before Yorktown, May 3rd, 1862, enroute to Yorktown, VA. Addressed to “Dear Friends” 4 pages in ink on unlined paper, 12.5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks, chipping… (467-22) Learn More »

$185.00
Originally $230.00

UNION SOLDIER LETTER / YORKTOWN 1862--FROM “THATCHER” TO SISTER ALICE

UNION SOLDIER LETTER / YORKTOWN 1862--FROM “THATCHER” TO SISTER ALICE

Dated, “June 11, 1862.” 2 pages in ink on lined paper, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Ink lightly faded but entirely legible. Else VG. Text. “Sister alice….I got your letter a weak ago to day… (467-23) Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00

MANASSAS RECOVERED CONFEDERATE NUMBERED ENFIELD BAYONET

MANASSAS RECOVERED CONFEDERATE NUMBERED ENFIELD BAYONET

This bayonet serial number "6302" is for one of the first 10,000 Pattern 1853/58 Enfield rifle-muskets contracted for by the Confederacy in 1861. This is discernable by the lack of a letter A to C(?)… (286-1429) Learn More »

SILVER 19th CORPS BADGE FOR 165TH NEW YORK

SILVER 19th CORPS BADGE FOR 165TH NEW YORK

This silver pin is a 19th Army Corps badge in the shape of a "fan-leaved cross with an octagonal center". Strange in that it has Company and Regimental information engraved, but no soldier’s… (1268-146) Learn More »

SILVER IDENTIFICATION PIN FOR 104TH ILLINOIS SOLDIER – CHARLES G. PHILLIPS

SILVER IDENTIFICATION PIN FOR 104TH ILLINOIS SOLDIER – CHARLES G. PHILLIPS

The silver pin is in the shape of a Maltese Cross (5th corps badge) but that is just coincidental as our soldier was in the 14th Army Corps (Acorn-shaped corps badge). Nice silver badge, 1” square,… (1268-133) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR US OR CS SADDLE VALISE

CIVIL WAR US OR CS SADDLE VALISE

A good Civil War period saddle valise that would dress up an officer’s saddle. Brownish black leather, cylindrical in form with a flat bottom with a leather wrapped cord handle sewn at each end for… (1268-604) Learn More »

LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK

LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK

This is a Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings (musketoon, rifled carbine, and all patented breech-loading carbines). The sling was to be worn over the left… (632-82) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS

This is an officer’s sword belt rig in very good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is folded and stitched. Nice tooled line along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures… (2025-180) Learn More »

RARE BOOK – JOHN WILKES BOOTH, HIMSELF

RARE BOOK – JOHN WILKES BOOTH, HIMSELF

By Richard J. S. Gutman and Kellie O. Gutman. 1979. Very rare, limited-edition book. Hand signed and numbered by the authors. This book is number 990 of 1000. Hard, cloth covers with the dust… (2025-1282) Learn More »

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE OFFICER'S FROCK COAT WITH EXTRAORDINARILY RARE BUTTONS

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE OFFICER'S FROCK COAT WITH EXTRAORDINARILY RARE BUTTONS

Offered is the uniform coat of 2nd/1st Lieutenant John Calhoun Clemson. This fine frock coat has 20 rare "CS Palmetto Guards" overcoat and cuff buttons (SC17). John Calhoun Clemson was the grandson of… (1268-056) Learn More »

PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 30-SECOND FUSES

PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 30-SECOND FUSES

This pack has the less often seen, longer burning 30-second artillery fuses and originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1863. The pack is constructed of a drilled wood block covered… (2025-91) Learn More »

$75.00
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PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 25-SECOND FUSES

PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 25-SECOND FUSES

This pack has the less often seen, longer burning 25-second artillery fuses and originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1863. The pack is constructed of a drilled wood block covered… (2025-86) Learn More »

U.S. NAVY BUFF LEATHER WAIST BELT & CUTLASS FROG WITH FRICTION PRIMER BOX

U.S. NAVY BUFF LEATHER WAIST BELT & CUTLASS FROG WITH FRICTION PRIMER BOX

This is a fine Civil War Navy set consisting of a waist belt, a cutlass frog, and a friction primer pouch with 100 count “Cannon Caps” tin inside. The black, buff leather waist belt is in very… (1268-674) Learn More »

1748-DATED BRASS FOLDING RULER

1748-DATED BRASS FOLDING RULER

Offered here is a wonderful 18-century brass ruler. Measuring 12.5” long, with hinge pin that connects an additional 12” section that fits into a channel in the outer portion. Marked to include… (179-1220) Learn More »

$250.00
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RARE 33rd DIVISION WWI SOUVENIR PHOTO BOOK - “ACROSS NO MAN’S LAND”, 1919

RARE 33rd DIVISION WWI SOUVENIR PHOTO BOOK - “ACROSS NO MAN’S LAND”, 1919

This uncommonly found book was printed in limited numbers in 1919 and offered to veterans of the Division as part of a singular first edition by BARNETT W. HARRIS AND VIRGIL C. NICKERSON.  It… (1288-03) Learn More »

MAKER’S PLATE FROM THE BOILER OF THE USS KEARSARGE, EX-FRANCIS BANNERMAN

MAKER’S PLATE FROM THE BOILER OF THE USS KEARSARGE, EX-FRANCIS BANNERMAN

An impressive brass boiler maker’s name plate from the steam boiler of the USS Kearsarge. Nicely mounted on a wood plaque and reading “E. KEELER CO. /WILLIAMSPORT. PA. / WATER TUBE BOILER /… (2025-1179) Learn More »

ANTEBELLUM/CONFEDERATE VIRGINIA CAVALRY TROOPER"S JACKET

ANTEBELLUM/CONFEDERATE VIRGINIA CAVALRY TROOPER"S JACKET

This is a really great looking cavalry shell jacket. It was probably made just prior to the war and later modified as the war progressed. This short jacket is made of dark gray wool broadcloth. It is… (1268-365) Learn More »

$15,000.00
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LAP WRITING DESK – PRESENTED TO GENERAL BUTLER, 1864 (EX-TEXAS MUSEUM COLLECTION)

LAP WRITING DESK – PRESENTED TO GENERAL BUTLER, 1864 (EX-TEXAS MUSEUM COLLECTION)

Perhaps no popular figure of the Civil War is as controversial or contradictory as General Benjamin F. Butler.  One of the political generals to survive well into General Grant’s tenure as overall… (1268-1014) Learn More »

ANTIETAM SOUVENIR CANE WITH RELIC BAYONET SCABBARD TIP POINT

ANTIETAM SOUVENIR CANE WITH RELIC BAYONET SCABBARD TIP POINT

The battlefield wood souvenir cane is 36-1/2” overall. The sides were planed down to taper to a point with a curved, upper end forming a handle, and the maker then cut two long panels along the body… (2025-655) Learn More »

NICE STARR CARBINE – LOW SERIAL “298”, EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION

NICE STARR CARBINE – LOW SERIAL “298”, EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION

Between 1861 and 1864 over 20,000 percussion model carbines were produced by the Starr Arms Company - a .54 caliber with a barrel length of 21 inches, overall 37.65 inches long. Barrel has approx. 98%… (1268-378) Learn More »

MINTY STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA $10 BOND FROM 1872

MINTY STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA $10 BOND FROM 1872

In 1872, the state of South Carolina needed around $300,000 dollars to finance the reconstruction of the Blue Ridge Railroad. All that was needed was an investor who could put up the cash. Stepping up… (2025-840) Learn More »

$65.00
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CANAL BANK, NEW ORLEANS, $10 BILL

CANAL BANK, NEW ORLEANS, $10 BILL

$10 bill, undated with no signatures. This note is printed in black ink on the front and red ink on the back. The printing is clear and the contrast very good. No pin holes, wrinkling, or soiling.… (2025-839) Learn More »

$50.00
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CITIZENS’ BANK OF LOUISIANA, NEW ORLEANS, $20 BILL

CITIZENS’ BANK OF LOUISIANA, NEW ORLEANS, $20 BILL

$20 bill printed by American Bank Note Company. Undated bill with no signatures. This note is printed with black and green ink on the front and orange ink on the back. The printing is clear and the… (2025-838) Learn More »

$50.00
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CITIZENS’ BANK OF LOUISIANA $20 BILL

CITIZENS’ BANK OF LOUISIANA $20 BILL

$20 bill printed by American Bank Note Company. Shreveport is the third-most populous city in Louisiana after New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Undated bill with no signatures. This note is printed with… (2025-837) Learn More »

$50.00
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A LIEUTENANT OF CAVALRY IN LEE’S ARMY BY GEORGE W. BEALE

A LIEUTENANT OF CAVALRY IN LEE’S ARMY BY GEORGE W. BEALE

This book is the author’s own story “simply told and intensely interesting of his four years’ acquaintance with all the fortunes of war” while serving as a lieutenant in the Company C of the… (1180-229) Learn More »

$25.00
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THE PAINFUL NEWS I HAVE TO WRITE BY H.R. JESSUP

THE PAINFUL NEWS I HAVE TO WRITE BY H.R. JESSUP

This book is the compilation of the letters and diaries of one farm family living in Page County outside of Luray in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia when the winds of war swept through in the Spring… (1180-225) Learn More »

$50.00
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BOOK – “ORDERLY BOOK KEPT BY JEREMIAH FOGG ADJUTANT SECOND NEW HAMPSHIRE REGIMENT SIEGE OF BOSTON 1775-76”

BOOK – “ORDERLY BOOK KEPT BY JEREMIAH FOGG ADJUTANT SECOND NEW HAMPSHIRE REGIMENT SIEGE OF BOSTON 1775-76”

This scarce antiquarian book is a 1903 facsimile reprint of the original. Fogg was adjutant to Colonel Enoch Poor’s 2nd New Hampshire Regiment. Camped on Winter Hill during the Siege of Boston, from… (236-1128) Learn More »

HAND-MADE BONE IDENTIFICATION BADGE – WILLIAM BRIERLEY, 174TH PA. INFANTRY

HAND-MADE BONE IDENTIFICATION BADGE – WILLIAM BRIERLEY, 174TH PA. INFANTRY

Offered here is a hand carved identification piece. Made of a sliver of animal bone, this measures 1.25” x 1.5” with “stepped” edges. There is a hole drilled at top to suspend from a pin of… (1268-124) Learn More »

SILVER 14TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

SILVER 14TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

Very nice coin silver ID badge in the shape of an acorn representing the 14th Army Corps. The face is engraved to define the “cap” of the acorn.  The face of the badge is smooth with light… (1268-141) Learn More »

US/CS WOOD FUSE ADAPTER WITH PAPER FUSE

US/CS WOOD FUSE ADAPTER WITH PAPER FUSE

Offered here is a tapered wood fuse adapter for mortar shells. The center of the adapter is drilled out to hold a paper time fuse. An 8-second time fuse comes with this adapter. Adapter measures… (2023-2462) Learn More »

$65.00
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US/CS WOOD FUSE ADAPTER WITH PAPER FUSE

US/CS WOOD FUSE ADAPTER WITH PAPER FUSE

Offered here is a tapered wood fuse adapter for mortar shells. The center of the adapter is drilled out to hold a paper time fuse. A 30-second time fuse comes with this adapter. Adapter measures… (2023-2461) Learn More »

CIRCA 1780-1820 BLOWN HALF POST POCKET FLASK

CIRCA 1780-1820 BLOWN HALF POST POCKET FLASK

This small blown, US or Continental pocket flask is an ovoid and flattened shape made by the “Half-Post Method”. In this method a gather of glass called a post is put back in the pot and a second… (1239-46) Learn More »

EARLY AMERICAN WINE GLASS, NON-LEAD

EARLY AMERICAN WINE GLASS, NON-LEAD

Non-lead wine glass with a light gray tint, from a Frederick County, MD collection. Probably American circa 1780-1800. Stands 4 1/8” tall; has a rough pontil. Overall very good condition. … (1239-57) Learn More »

CIRCA 1790 – 1840 AMERICAN OR ENGLISH GLASS POCKET FLASK

CIRCA 1790 – 1840 AMERICAN OR ENGLISH GLASS POCKET FLASK

This small flask has a rough pontil. Measures 6 ½” long. There are documented examples of this type flask being carried by soldiers in the Civil War.  Overall very good condition; has some minor… (1239-54) Learn More »

$35.00
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CDV OF ROBERT E. LEE

CDV OF ROBERT E. LEE

CDV photograph of General Lee, commander of the Army of Northern Virginia. Standing view of Lee in Confederate uniform. The image features lesser quality and is a copy-shot or “pirate view” of an… (1189-147) Learn More »

CDV OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

CDV OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

Small oval image (1.25" x 1.5") of Lincoln pasted on elaborately embossed cdv mount, with images of an eagle, shields, flags, and laurel wreaths. Blank back with no photographer information. Mount has… (1189-144) Learn More »

CDV OF MARY TODD LINCOLN

CDV OF MARY TODD LINCOLN

CDV photograph of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln. This image was originally taken by Civil War photographer Matthew Brady in 1862. The image features lesser quality and is a copy-shot or “pirate… (1189-145) Learn More »

CDV OF BOSTON CORBETT, THE MAN WHO SHOT JOHN WILKES BOOTH

CDV OF BOSTON CORBETT, THE MAN WHO SHOT JOHN WILKES BOOTH

This is a nice view of Corbett in three-quarter seated view, resting one arm on a side table. He wears civilian clothes. His mustache, stringy goatee, and slick combed hair in full display. The image… (2025-283) Learn More »

NAPOLEONIC WAR ERA CROSSBELT PLATE

NAPOLEONIC WAR ERA CROSSBELT PLATE

This is British used by an "Armed Association" or militia.  One of the better-known Armed Associations was formed in 1798 in Bute for local defense. The local Sheriff submitted to a meeting of the… (2025-1117) Learn More »

EXCELLENT US CIVIL WAR 1861 PATTERN INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX MADE AND MARKED BY WATERTOWN ARSENAL IN 1863, WITH TINS AND BOX PLATE

EXCELLENT US CIVIL WAR 1861 PATTERN INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX MADE AND MARKED BY WATERTOWN ARSENAL IN 1863, WITH TINS AND BOX PLATE

This is a great example of the regulation Union army infantry cartridge box complete with its cartridge box plate, all buckles, loops, tabs, and the interior magazine tins for the cartridges in place,… (2025-544) Learn More »

F. H. CLARK OF MEMPHIS DERINGER POCKET PISTOL EMBELLISHED WITH SEA CREATURE AND SEAHORSE MOUNTS

F. H. CLARK OF MEMPHIS DERINGER POCKET PISTOL EMBELLISHED WITH SEA CREATURE AND SEAHORSE MOUNTS

Few pistols are as emblematic of the antebellum south and early west as the Deringer. This one is clearly marked on the breech “F.H. CLARK & CO. / MEMPHIS” and was likely one of their… (490-7313) Learn More »

SHARPS MODEL 1852 “SLANT BREECH” CARBINE

SHARPS MODEL 1852 “SLANT BREECH” CARBINE

This piece is a great specimen of an early Sharps Model 1852 carbine referred to as the “Slant Breech” or ‘Sloping Breech” model. Often confused with the similar “John Brown Sharps” and… (2023-3266) Learn More »

PRESENTATION INSCRIBED FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD OF LIEUTENANT AND CAPTAIN EDWARD EVERETT CLAPP, 155th PENNSYLVANIA: WIA FREDERICKSBURG, COMMANDED CO. F AT GETTYSBURG; KIA SPOTTSYLVANIA

PRESENTATION INSCRIBED FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD OF LIEUTENANT AND CAPTAIN EDWARD EVERETT CLAPP, 155th PENNSYLVANIA: WIA FREDERICKSBURG, COMMANDED CO. F AT GETTYSBURG; KIA SPOTTSYLVANIA

This Schuyler, Hartley and Graham M1850 foot officer’s sword was presented to Lt. Edward Everett Clapp on the evening of August 29, 1862, five days before his company left Pittsburgh with seven… (1273-08) Learn More »

$9,500.00
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NICE US NAVY BELT AND ACCOUTREMENT SET - EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION

NICE US NAVY BELT AND ACCOUTREMENT SET - EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION

This pattern of 1862 Civil War belt replaced the pre-war brass hook and standing loop type seaman’s belt; the notable change exhibited by this belt was the Goodyear patented friction buckle. The… (1268-539) Learn More »

RARE WV UNION VETERAN LADDER BADGE – 12th WEST VIRGINIA, COMPANY I

RARE WV UNION VETERAN LADDER BADGE – 12th WEST VIRGINIA, COMPANY I

This ladder badge is of the very rare West Virginia variety, with a navy-blue backing ribbon and bright silver finished pin bar and ladder attachments. The pin bar reads “CO. I” while the… (2025-964) Learn More »

VERY GOOD AMES M1842 NAVY BOXLOCK PISTOL

VERY GOOD AMES M1842 NAVY BOXLOCK PISTOL

Produced from 1842 through1847, these were the standard US Navy percussion single-shot pistol in 1850s and widely issued. The 1852 Ordnance Instructions for the US Navy allotted them in numbers… (2025-1178) Learn More »

SCARCE STIMPSON CONTRACT US NAVY FOULED-ANCHOR POWDER FLASK DATED AND INSPECTED 1845

SCARCE STIMPSON CONTRACT US NAVY FOULED-ANCHOR POWDER FLASK DATED AND INSPECTED 1845

The US Navy issue powder flask has a beautiful, untouched patina to the brass and the copper, which show uniform, medium aged tones with some darker age spots. Both sides are embossed with a large,… (2025-1177) Learn More »

VERY RARE, M1861 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE MUSKET DATED 1861, WITH SLING

VERY RARE, M1861 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE MUSKET DATED 1861, WITH SLING

This is a first-year-of-production example the standard rifle musket of the Civil War, the Model 1861 Springfield, actually made at that armory. With production starting at Springfield in July 1861,… (2025-441) Learn More »

SILVER THIRD DIVISION / 23RD ARMY CORPS BADGE

SILVER THIRD DIVISION / 23RD ARMY CORPS BADGE

Very nice coin silver ID badge in the shape of a shield representing the 23rd Army Corps. The face is features finely tooled edges with blue wool filling the center; the blue designating the 3rd… (1268-148) Learn More »

SILVER & ENAMEL 1ST DIVISION / 9TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

SILVER & ENAMEL 1ST DIVISION / 9TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

Very nice coin silver ID badge in the shape of a shield with cannon and anchor representing the 9th Army Corps. The face is features the cannon and anchor with red enamel filling the background; the… (1268-137) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BUCKLE AND STRAPS

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BUCKLE AND STRAPS

This is an officer’s sword belt rig in good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched. Nice tool-line along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures approximately 32”… (2025-1414) Learn More »

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S MAROON SASH

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S MAROON SASH

This is an original Civil War officer’s sash in very good condition. Worn by officers in most of the branches of the United States Army, the waist sash was a common uniform accoutrement that… (1268-781) Learn More »

PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 15-SECOND FUSES

PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 15-SECOND FUSES

This pack of 15-second artillery fuses originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1864. The pack is constructed of a drilled wood block covered with a printed paper label. This paper… (2025-93) Learn More »

VERY NICE & WELL-MARKED U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

VERY NICE & WELL-MARKED U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

Pattern 1864 US cartridge box in very good condition. The outer flap is boldly embossed “US” in the center, a maker’s stamp (Grossman & Co.) on the lower, left corner and sub-inspector stamp… (2025-906) Learn More »

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE "TAIT TYPE" JACKET

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE "TAIT TYPE" JACKET

This is a rare, published, artillery shell jacket made by Peter Tait of Ireland. It was run through the Union Blockade for the Confederacy. We will present this offering in 5 parts: 1) The Tait story.… (1268-552) Learn More »

ORIGINAL, MAKER MARKED CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING – WATERVLIET ARSENAL

ORIGINAL, MAKER MARKED CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING – WATERVLIET ARSENAL

This is a leather shoulder sling designed for use with Civil War muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop sewn to one end and a brass hook on the other, which is mounted under a sewn down flap. The… (362-1267) Learn More »

$395.00
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FRANKFORD ARSENAL MARKED FRICTION PRIMER TIN

FRANKFORD ARSENAL MARKED FRICTION PRIMER TIN

Made of thin tinned iron with a hinged lid embossed “100 FRICTION PRIMERS” in an arc at top over the ordnance emblem of crossed cannon barrels with a cannonball/shell in the upper angle, flanked… (2025-76) Learn More »

FIVE VOLUME SET OF NORTH CAROLINA REGIMENTS (1861-1865) EDITED BY WALTER CLARK

FIVE VOLUME SET OF NORTH CAROLINA REGIMENTS (1861-1865) EDITED BY WALTER CLARK

“This work fully merits Douglas S. Freeman’s classification as one of the most indispensable works for the Army of Northern Virginia” is the commentary of the editors of Civil War Books (1967).… (1180-250) Learn More »

$175.00
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12-STAR YACHT ENSIGN: “A PRESENT FROM ADM. FARRAGUT.”

12-STAR YACHT ENSIGN: “A PRESENT FROM ADM. FARRAGUT.”

This yacht ensign is rather unusual in having twelve stars rather than thirteen, but when waving in a breeze it would be hard to keep count and there certainly would be no doubt about the nature of… (2025-1182) Learn More »

COIN SILVER SERVING SPOON: ADMIRAL DAVID GLASSGOW FARRAGUT FAMILY, ENGRAVED WITH THE ADMIRAL’S INITIALS

COIN SILVER SERVING SPOON: ADMIRAL DAVID GLASSGOW FARRAGUT FAMILY, ENGRAVED WITH THE ADMIRAL’S INITIALS

A 9” long coin silver serving spoon descended from the Admiral David Glasgow Farragut through his son, Loyall Farragut, bearing the Admiral’s initials “DGF” in script on the handle. Excellent… (2025-1180) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR THREE-INCH RIFLE ARTILLERY SPONGE

CIVIL WAR THREE-INCH RIFLE ARTILLERY SPONGE

The artillery gun crew was meant to function like a well-oiled machine and the men were well-drilled to do so, each man assigned a number and specific tasks. “Number 1” played two key parts in… (1202-470) Learn More »

U.S. M1826 SHOULDER BELT PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS IN DECEMBER  1955 IN THE LINES OF THE 2nd DIVISION 15th CORPS AT PICKETT’S MILL: ATLANTA CAMPAIGN

U.S. M1826 SHOULDER BELT PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS IN DECEMBER 1955 IN THE LINES OF THE 2nd DIVISION 15th CORPS AT PICKETT’S MILL: ATLANTA CAMPAIGN

This plate comes with its original collection envelope with notations on its provenance by Syd Kerksis, noted early collector and author. Pickett’s Mill was fought on May 27, 1864, in the Atlanta… (2025-785) Learn More »

DINGEE MARKED ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM DALTON/ROCKY FACE RIDGE, EX-KERKSIS

DINGEE MARKED ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM DALTON/ROCKY FACE RIDGE, EX-KERKSIS

This regulation belt plate for the infantry cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author and comes with his annotated envelope… (2025-787) Learn More »

VERY SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTO – BALTIMORE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS FACULTY

VERY SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTO – BALTIMORE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS FACULTY

College of Physicians and Surgeons was incorporated in 1872 with 43 students beginning classes that fall.  In 1878 it was merged with Washington University School of Medicine.  By 1880 the combined… (1266-881) Learn More »

LIMITED EDITION COLD CAST BRONZE STATUE -  LEE & JACKSON, A STUDY IN COMMAND BY RON TUNISON

LIMITED EDITION COLD CAST BRONZE STATUE - LEE & JACKSON, A STUDY IN COMMAND BY RON TUNISON

A large limited edition Cold-cast bronze statue of Generals Lee and Jackson by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison (1947-2013), dated 1987. It depicts Lee, sitting on a limber chest, conversing with Jackson… (2035-1247) Learn More »

SCARCE WEST VIRGINIA VETERAN LADDER BADGE – 6th WV CAVALRY, CO. C.

SCARCE WEST VIRGINIA VETERAN LADDER BADGE – 6th WV CAVALRY, CO. C.

This ladder badge is of the very rare West Virginia variety, with a yellow backing ribbon and silver pin banner and drops. The yellow ribbon is folded over the backing pin, attached to the “CO. C”… (2025-802) Learn More »

$550.00
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VERY NICE CHARCOAL SKETCH – TWO GAR VETERAN MEMBERS

VERY NICE CHARCOAL SKETCH – TWO GAR VETERAN MEMBERS

This striking, full-length sketch of two US Civil War veterans shows the men in full Grand Army of the Republic regalia, matching seemingly everything but their ties. An ornate backdrop is… (2025-1188) Learn More »

2nd NEW YORK LIGHT CAVALRY RECRUITING BROADSIDE

2nd NEW YORK LIGHT CAVALRY RECRUITING BROADSIDE

July 25, 1861, Colonel J. Mansfield Davies received authority from the War Department to recruit a regiment of cavalry. He recruited this regiment and organized it at Scarsdale; it was mustered in the… (2025-744) Learn More »

CABINET CARD – TWO LAWMEN

CABINET CARD – TWO LAWMEN

This antique cabinet card photograph features two “lawmen” with badges, standing in front of a backdrop in full regalia.  The younger man to the right rest his hand on an authoritative… (1266-882) Learn More »

$75.00
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CIRCA 1830-1860 BLOWN AQUA PRESERVE JAR

CIRCA 1830-1860 BLOWN AQUA PRESERVE JAR

This large preserve / canning jar stands 6 ¾” tall and measures 4 ¾” in diameter at the base. Attractive light aqua color.  Applied lip. Unpolished pontil.  Has a few air bubbles visible.  No… (1239-47) Learn More »

SIGNED CONSOLIDATED MORNING REPORT – GENERAL DARIUS COUCH, EXCELLENT CONDITION

SIGNED CONSOLIDATED MORNING REPORT – GENERAL DARIUS COUCH, EXCELLENT CONDITION

This exciting document is dated January 19th, 1862 and gives a full accounting of each regiment in the brigade under his command at the time – the 2nd Rhode Island, 7th Massachusetts, 10th… (2023-465) Learn More »

$95.00
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LIBERTY HALL VOLUNTEERS BY W. G. BEAN

LIBERTY HALL VOLUNTEERS BY W. G. BEAN

This is a Civil War Centennial standard, first printed in 1964, and written by a Washington & Lee College history professor. It tells the story of the men of Company I of the 4th Viriginia… (1180-224) Learn More »

GETTYSBURG EXPLODED US 3” HOTCHKISS SHELL/CASE SHOT FROM BROWN’S RANCH FARM

GETTYSBURG EXPLODED US 3” HOTCHKISS SHELL/CASE SHOT FROM BROWN’S RANCH FARM

This 3” Hotchkiss shell/case shot was recovered in Gettysburg at the Brown’s Ranch farm, just west of the North Carolina monument, toward Willoughby Run. The round detonated, blowing out part of… (490-7305) Learn More »

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in fair condition. The outer flap was cut for a “US” box plate to be mounted in the center. It also features a second set of “cuts” to mount an Eagle breast… (2025-924) Learn More »

FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY TABLE MEDAL WITH CASE FOR SERVICE IN 9th NYSM, 83rd NY VOLUNTEERS, INSCRIBED TO CHARLES W. DOWERS, COMPANY C

FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY TABLE MEDAL WITH CASE FOR SERVICE IN 9th NYSM, 83rd NY VOLUNTEERS, INSCRIBED TO CHARLES W. DOWERS, COMPANY C

This is a very good condition die-struck bronze table medal inscribed to a Civil War veteran on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his old unit mustering into service. The medal is in its… (2025-1195) Learn More »

12th MAINE VETERAN’S BADGE OF MAJOR R.S. SMITH

12th MAINE VETERAN’S BADGE OF MAJOR R.S. SMITH

This is one of the more unusual veteran’s badges we have seen, both in design of the badge, and in the veteran’s name “Major R. S. Smith” who served in the 12th Maine Infantry as a private in… (2025-858) Learn More »

A CONFEDERATE SURGEON'S GREATCOAT, SASH AND SHIRT

A CONFEDERATE SURGEON'S GREATCOAT, SASH AND SHIRT

Dr. J. P. Rasser was contracted by the Confederacy and among his duties in Georgia was the examination of Conscripts for the Army. THE OVERCOAT or army great coat is certainly "Homespun" that is a… (1268-706) Learn More »

T-20 CONFEDERATE 1861 $20 BILL

T-20 CONFEDERATE 1861 $20 BILL

An original piece of Confederate money, being the $20 CSA T-20 bill featuring a seated woman (Industry) behind a large “20” with cupid and a beehive in the center. On the right side of the note is… (2025-834) Learn More »

$50.00
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STERLING SOUVENIR SPOON – POSSIBLE GAR – CHICKAMAUGA, SNODGRASS HOUSE

STERLING SOUVENIR SPOON – POSSIBLE GAR – CHICKAMAUGA, SNODGRASS HOUSE

The height of the souvenir spoon movement occurred between 25 and 40 years (about one generation) after the end of the Civil War. By this time, many had worked to put the horrors of their experiences… (595-2187) Learn More »

NEW YORK STUD-BACK THIN LETTER OVAL SNY BELT PLATE 1861-1863

NEW YORK STUD-BACK THIN LETTER OVAL SNY BELT PLATE 1861-1863

This Civil War belt plate is in excellent condition, with pleasing mellow patina, good definition to the lettering, border and edge, and nice, full, lead solder back, with even surface and uniform… (2025-602) Learn More »

SMALL SIZE M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE: MEXICAN WAR AND EARLY CIVIL WAR

SMALL SIZE M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE: MEXICAN WAR AND EARLY CIVIL WAR

This is the M1839 oval U.S. belt plate made for the narrow 1.5-inch U.S infantry waist belts of the Mexican War period, but carried over into the early Civil War by many state volunteers. Like the… (2025-601) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

Original, smaller pistol cartridge box to hold Pocket size (.31 cal.) cartridge packs. “Pocket” measures 4.5” wide, 3” tall, and 1” deep. Outer flap remains supple with smooth surface… (2025-1151) Learn More »

MORTON’S BATTERY FLAG OF FORREST’S CAVALRY: EX-GUNTHER COLLECTION, CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY, & TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

MORTON’S BATTERY FLAG OF FORREST’S CAVALRY: EX-GUNTHER COLLECTION, CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY, & TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

This is one of two wartime Confederate flags flown by Capt. John W. Morton consecutively as guidons for his battery or simultaneously with one likely as the battery flag and the other as a personal or… (1286-621) Learn More »

PERFECT PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 25-SECOND FUSES

PERFECT PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 25-SECOND FUSES

This pack has the less often seen, longer burning 25-second artillery fuses and originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1864. The pack is constructed of a drilled wood block covered… (2025-90) Learn More »

$95.00
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VERY NICE PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 10-SECOND FUSES

VERY NICE PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 10-SECOND FUSES

This pack is for 10-second artillery fuses and originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1863. The pack is constructed of a drilled wood block covered with a printed paper label. This… (2025-88) Learn More »

$75.00
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TUNISON STATUE OF BRIG. GEN. SAMUEL W. CRAWFORD, JULY 2, 1863

TUNISON STATUE OF BRIG. GEN. SAMUEL W. CRAWFORD, JULY 2, 1863

Very limited edition cold cast produced in 1988! This statue is number 14 of 63 and stands 15” high. Excellent condition. Identical to Ron’s larger than life size (12 feet) bronze monument of… (2025-1251) Learn More »

.45-70 TRAPDOOR BAYONET & ARSENAL MARKED SCABBARD WITH “MASS” DISK

.45-70 TRAPDOOR BAYONET & ARSENAL MARKED SCABBARD WITH “MASS” DISK

This is a very nice original socket bayonet with metal scabbard for the .45-70 Springfield trapdoor rifle and made for New Jersey Volunteers. This bayonet was made after the Civil War for the… (2025-867) Learn More »

12-POUND CANISTER BALL FROM THE NORTH TROSTLE WOODS, EX-ROSENSTEEL

12-POUND CANISTER BALL FROM THE NORTH TROSTLE WOODS, EX-ROSENSTEEL

The Rosensteel family needs no introduction to students of the battle and the history of the battlefield. This ball is from a 12-pound round of canister, was found in the north Trostle house woods,… (2025-612) Learn More »

$95.00
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12-POUND CANISTER BALL CULP’S HILL – ROCK CREEK

12-POUND CANISTER BALL CULP’S HILL – ROCK CREEK

This ball is from a round of canister fired from a 12-pound field piece and was found in the area of Rock Creek on the edge of Culp’s Hill here at Gettysburg. This shows as brown in color with a… (2025-611) Learn More »

$95.00
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GETTYSBURG BULLET-STRUCK WOOD SOUVENIR GAVEL

GETTYSBURG BULLET-STRUCK WOOD SOUVENIR GAVEL

This nicely turned wood gavel uses a bullet-struck piece of wood with the base of the bullet visible on one side. On the other is a faint ink stamp reading, “GETTYSBURG / JULY 1.2.3. 1863” on the… (2025-390) Learn More »

SMALL, ELEGANT PISTOL POWDER FLASK

SMALL, ELEGANT PISTOL POWDER FLASK

An elegant little powder flask for a pistol. The tapered spout, spring with blue left on it, and brass thumb catch are all in place on the round brass top and collar, with which is decorated with some… (2025-599) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR BELT WITH PATTERN 1851 NCO BUCKLE

CIVIL WAR BELT WITH PATTERN 1851 NCO BUCKLE

This is an old, but non-regulation belt in good condition. Belt is well worn and has tooled edges. The brass adjuster hook has iron rivets. Belt measures approximately 31” long as it is currently… (1268-1026) Learn More »

LIMITED EDITION COLD CAST BRONZE STATUE BY RON TUNISON – NATHAN BEDFORD FORREST, THE DECISION MAKER

LIMITED EDITION COLD CAST BRONZE STATUE BY RON TUNISON – NATHAN BEDFORD FORREST, THE DECISION MAKER

The sculpture measures 8” in height including the base that is cast as one piece. Engraved on the front is: “NATHAN BEDFORD FORREST / THE DECISION MAKER.”  Signed by the artist and dated 1986;… (2025-1245) Learn More »

$895.00
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VERY FINE HALL RIFLE BAYONET

VERY FINE HALL RIFLE BAYONET

This is an example of the rare socket bayonet for the Hall rifle. Robert Reilly in “American Socket Bayonets and Scabbards” suggests this may be for the Model 1841 rifle. The bayonet has an… (2025-868) Learn More »

ORIGINAL “PENNSYLVANIA AT ANTIETAM” – ANTIETAM BATTLEFIELD MEMORIAL COMMISSION OF PENNSYLVANIA, 1906

ORIGINAL “PENNSYLVANIA AT ANTIETAM” – ANTIETAM BATTLEFIELD MEMORIAL COMMISSION OF PENNSYLVANIA, 1906

First Edition, First Printing of this iconic post-Civil War series devoted to the contributions of the numerous Pennsylvania units that fought at Antietam.  Included within are descriptions of 13… (1180-269) Learn More »

$85.00
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VERY RARE PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES AT ANTIETAM BOOK – STATE PUBLISHED, 1908

VERY RARE PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES AT ANTIETAM BOOK – STATE PUBLISHED, 1908

This book is a classic and rare volume of the well-known state publication series about Pennsylvania units in Civil War battles and their legacies of monuments and memorial events. Published in 1908… (1180-270) Learn More »

$95.00
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FIRST EDITION COPY – DIARY OF WYMAN S. WHITE, 2nd US SHARPSHOOTERS (BERDAN’S)

FIRST EDITION COPY – DIARY OF WYMAN S. WHITE, 2nd US SHARPSHOOTERS (BERDAN’S)

This 1991 copy of the very scarce Civil War Diary of Wyman S. White comes to us in a fine condition. It is in a protective sleeve, binding is solid and square, and all pages are tight. This is 1 of… (1180-258) Learn More »

$195.00
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GROUP OF 3 ID’D FRAMED PHOTOS – BIDDEFORD, ME; GAR IN FALMOUTH, MASS. 1905-1910; USS AGAWAM – SAMUEL TURNER 12th NEW HAMPSHIRE, US NAVY

GROUP OF 3 ID’D FRAMED PHOTOS – BIDDEFORD, ME; GAR IN FALMOUTH, MASS. 1905-1910; USS AGAWAM – SAMUEL TURNER 12th NEW HAMPSHIRE, US NAVY

This grouping of 3 antique photos includes one of GAR members standing in front a post, presumably in Falmouth.  An older, typed tag on the 2nd photo of GAR members posing in front of a building… (2025-650) Learn More »

COLONEL SAMUEL COLT PRESENTATION REVOLVERS OF MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL P. BANKS

COLONEL SAMUEL COLT PRESENTATION REVOLVERS OF MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL P. BANKS

To say the pistols are National Treasures is an understatement. There is probably no more iconic revolver from the American Civil War era than the US Model 1860 Army revolver produced by the famous… (1268-180) Learn More »

CLIPPED SIGNATURE OF GENERAL SYKES

CLIPPED SIGNATURE OF GENERAL SYKES

Clipped piece of paper measures 2.75” x 1.35”. Written in old pen & ink, "GW Sykes, / Major General / Comdg". Clear, readable ink signature. George Sykes (October 9, 1822 – February 8, 1880)… (2025-417) Learn More »

MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE

MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE

Civil War-era officer’s sword belt buckle. Cast brass eagle buckle with narrow (0.45”) hook on back. Raised detail on face. The buckle is still nicely curved and shows light wear on raised… (2025-918) Learn More »

RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR FASCINE KNIFE BLADE RECOVERED FROM “WEST” CAMP IN HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT

RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR FASCINE KNIFE BLADE RECOVERED FROM “WEST” CAMP IN HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT

This is a rare Revolutionary War artifact; being an early fascine knife blade. It measures 18” long overall with the blade being 10” long. There is a rectangular touch mark on the blade of which… (236-1129) Learn More »

$295.00
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NEW YORK DEPOT, MODEL 1858 SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN WITH COVER, STOPPER, AND STRAP

NEW YORK DEPOT, 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. This is the smooth-sided style, and has a dent in the middle of the… (2025-922) Learn More »

WW1 FRENCH HELMET WITH VETERAN’S PLAQUE

WW1 FRENCH HELMET WITH VETERAN’S PLAQUE

A very clean example of the French M1915 Adrian helmet with very strong paint, comb and RF/bomb plate in place, as well as liner and chinstrap (detached on one end) and carrying an excellent example… (1202-705) Learn More »

WW1 ITALIAN HELMET, EX-JARRETT MUSEUM

WW1 ITALIAN HELMET, EX-JARRETT MUSEUM

A fine example of the Italian M1917 World War One helmet with original strong green paint and black painted Italian five-prong crown with the regimental number below. The comb is in place, as is the… (1202-696) Learn More »

US WW1 28th KEYSTONE DIVISION HELMET

US WW1 28th KEYSTONE DIVISION HELMET

A very nice World War One U.S. helmet with original rough sand finish, complete liner and chinstrap, with the tightening instruction label still there, showing an original painted red Keystone, 28th… (1202-704) Learn More »

$225.00
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U.S. MARKED ARTILLERY TOW HOOK

U.S. MARKED ARTILLERY TOW HOOK

The tow hook was essential tool in the artillery. Simply made of iron in two pieces, this measures 13-1/2 inches overall and carries a claw-hammer head on one end of the bar handle which is bent at… (1202-452) Learn More »

THE GUN THAT REALLY WON THE (EARLY) WEST: ALLEN AND THURBER STANDARD OR MEDIUM SIZE PEPPERBOX

THE GUN THAT REALLY WON THE (EARLY) WEST: ALLEN AND THURBER STANDARD OR MEDIUM SIZE PEPPERBOX

Pepperboxes get some bad press for accuracy, but for pure firepower in a close-up encounter they did the job. Like this 4-1/2 inch, six-barrel .32 caliber version by Allen and Thurber, most were also… (2025-497) Learn More »

CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT, TROUSERS AND SASH OF FREDERICK SCHUMACHER 6th WISCONSIN; LATER KIA AS MAJOR 21st WISCONSIN AT PERRYVILLE

CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT, TROUSERS AND SASH OF FREDERICK SCHUMACHER 6th WISCONSIN; LATER KIA AS MAJOR 21st WISCONSIN AT PERRYVILLE

This Union infantry captain’s frock coat, trousers and sash are in excellent condition and were worn by Frederick Schumacher of Milwaukee during his service with the 6th Wisconsin. Born in Denmark… (1268-304) Learn More »


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RARE IDENTIFIED 65th NY SERGEANT’S JACKET, WITH MANSCRIPT MATERIAL: 1st U.S. CHASSEURS

This is an extremely rare, early-war uniform jacket, with related material, belonging to a sergeant of the 65th New York, who enlisted at the beginning of the war as the regiment’s commissary sergeant, and gained a lieutenant’s commission in a… (1179-233). Learn More »

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