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US PERCUSSION CAP BOX FOUND ON EAST CAVALRY FIELD AT GETTYSBURG - GEISELMAN COLLECTION
This item is an original U.S. Percussion Capbox recovered soon after the Battle of Gettysburg. It was found in Gettysburg on East Cavalry Field. This piece is in very good condition; the outer leather… (942-03) Learn More »
RARE CIVIL WAR EARLY FEDERAL CONTRACT SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN FROM GETTYSBURG
This early Civil War artifact is a very good relic example of a seldom seen U.S. contract smoothside canteen that was once part of the personal collection of the Eckert and Rosensteel families of… (942-02) Learn More »
VERY FINE CONDITION CIVIL WAR US MODEL 1861 3 INCH ORDNANCE RIFLE
This artillery tube, next to the US 3 inch Parrott tube, was the most widely used rifle cannon during the American Civil War. Manufactured of wrought iron under John Griffen’s patent, of which The… (941-01) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG RELIC DESK SET
Very nice Gettysburg relic desk set with blue inkwell made by John Goode, who is known as an early maker of these desk sets. The wood base meas. approx. 6 inches long x 3.50 inches wide x 1 inch high… (M25607) Learn More »
.44 CALIBER COLT REVOLVER GANG MOLD
Six-cavity gang mold for Colt revolver bullets. The exterior of this mold is in great condition and is stamped “44H” on the side of the mold and “AHK” inspector initials on top of each handle.… (M25606) Learn More »
US DRAGOON BELT PLATE 1839 PATTERN WITH LEATHER WASHER
Nice buckle with oval “puppy paw” hooks on reverse. Nice face with even, medium patina. Some small dings are present on edges of buckle. The reverse does not have a maker’s mark, but does have a… (490-807) Learn More »
C. 1900-1920 US ARMY OFFICER BELT RIG WITH GILT BUCKLE, BLACK & GILT STRIPED BELT & GILT SWORD HANGERS
Bright M1851 spread eagle buckle w/keeper and clasp. Black leather belt measures 42” x 1.75”, w/attractive gilt belt keeper. The three attached sword hangers measure 7, 7.5 & 21”. Outer belt… (172-4119) Learn More »
RELIC CONDITION ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALES
Recovered Aquia Creek, VA. Pair of brass scales with turnbuckles [one detached]. Exhibit deep tarnish, plus one minor dent on each outer-shoulder rim. Else VG. [Having been dispatched to Aquia Creek… (462-137) Learn More »
$95.00
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MODEL 1868 U.S. SPRINGFIELD ‘TRAPDOOR’ RIFLE
Produced by the Springfield Armory, this .50 caliber, centerfire, cartridge weapon was made from 1868 through 1872. The barrel surface wears a bright cleaned finish. Left side of barrel near the… (928-02) Learn More »
CARVED WOODEN CANE FROM THE U.S.S. BRANDYWINE, ID’D TO SANDS FAMILY OF ANNAPOLIS, MD
Cane was made from wood that was part of the ship, the USS Brandywine. It measures 33” long, has a brass ring below the handle and a brass tip. Cane is in very good condition, with scattered small… (M25594) Learn More »
$295.00
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NEW YORK STATE REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE WITH BAYONET
Original Remington military long arm produced circa 1867-1888 with the unique ‘rolling block’ configuration and action. The ‘rolling block’ rifle employed an interlocking system of hammer and… (934-15) Learn More »
$950.00
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CDV OF 52ND OHIO OFFICER KILLED IN ACTION, PRESENTED TO FELLOW OFFICER WHO DIED OF WOUNDS
Full standing image of Lt. James Donelson, spelled Donaldson in the records, of Company E, 52nd Ohio. The Lt. is posed in front of a painted backdrop of a tent and tree on the edge of a pastoral… (765-32) Learn More »
$200.00
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CDV BUST VIEW OF BRIGADIER GENERAL STEPHEN V. BENET AS A CAPTAIN
Image shows Stephen V. Benet wearing a dark single-breasted frock coat with a black felt collar, bowtie and Captains shoulder straps. Image is clear. Contrast is a little light around the edges. Paper… (P13683) Learn More »
BUST VIEW CDV OF CHARLES C. WALCUTT OF THE 46TH OHIO AS A MAJOR GENERAL-WOUNDED AT SHILOH
Image from life shows Walcutt wearing a double-breasted frock coat with Major General’s shoulder straps. Image is clear with good contrast. There is some light surface dirt and the lower corners… (931-01) Learn More »
MODEL 1855 BAYONET FROM GETTYSBURG COLLECTION
Standard issue Model 1855 bayonet in fair relic condition. The socket and locking ring are pitted but the ring works. All surfaces are dark and the blade shows some light pitting. Blade flat has a… (889-53) Learn More »
EARLY REPRINT OF 3RD TEXAS CAVALRY HISTORY LIMITED TO 400 COPIES
The title of this book is “THE LONE STAR DEFENDERS: A CHRONICLE OF THE THIRD TEXAS CAVALRY, ROSS’ BRIGADE” by S. B. Barron who was a member of the regiment. Originally published in 1908 this… (173-3803) Learn More »
A SOLDIER’S REMINISCENCES
By Brigadier General Richard W. Johnson, USA. Published by J.B. Lippincott Company, Philadelphia, 1886. 428 pp., ills. Front eps owner bookplate: “R.A. Weaver.” In brown glazed cloth, 9.25 x… (897-13D) Learn More »
MINTY, CIVIL WAR FEDERAL INFANTRY 1858 PATTERN “HARDEE” HAT
The Civil War artifact presented is an original example of a complete, Pattern 1858, Federal enlisted infantryman’s hat. Commonly referred to as the “Hardee Hat”, the government-issue cover was… (302-60) Learn More »
$3,950.00
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MAJOR GENERAL BEN BUTLER SIGNATURE
Signature, “Benj. F. Butler/ Maj. Genl./ U.S.V”, is contained in an attractive matted montage containing Butler lithograph and an explanatory note. The beige montage measures 18 x14”, the… (913-76) Learn More »
TOWER-MARKED BRITISH PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD PERCUSSION MUSKET
This original British longarm is a .577 caliber, Enfield Pattern 1853 Type III rifle-musket, single-shot muzzleloader in very good condition. Of all the British arms, the Pattern 1853 rifle-musket is… (934-25) Learn More »
FINE CIVIL WAR SHARPS AND HANKINS RIMFIRE ARMY CARBINE
Known as the Sharps & Hankins Model 1862 carbine, this weapon is a wartime .52 caliber, rimfire, breechloading firearm designed by Hartford, Connecticut native Christian Sharps. Fitted with six… (218-500) Learn More »
FRAMED C. J. PUGLIESE CHRISTMAS CARD
This original card by well-known military artist C.J. Pugliese features an image of a winter scene with two Confederate soldiers on horseback following the North Star. Image is clear with good… (933-06) Learn More »
FRAMED PRINT, “EVENING SUN, FORT SUMTER”
This beautiful print of Fort Sumter at sunset by Conrad Wise Chapman was produced by The Museum of the Confederacy in 1973. It is numbered 875 out of 1000. It is signed at the lower right corner by… (933-20) Learn More »
DANNER’S POCKET GUIDE BOOK OF THE BATTLE-FIELD OF GETTYSBURG, HISTORY OF THE BATTLE WITH MAP- 1885
This booklet was created by Joel Albertus Danner, who created the first Gettysburg museum of battlefield relics named J.A. Danner's Battle-Field Museum. The Danner's Museum was in operation from… (213-81) Learn More »
$65.00
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THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, PUBLISHED BY THE GETTYSBURG & HARRISBURG RAILROAD, 1885
This booklet was created by John M. Butler and printed by E.K. Meyers in Harrisburg. It features a colorful image of a Union soldier on horseback, holding a U.S. flag. Booklet gives a nice overview… (213-80) Learn More »
$65.00
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LINCOLN MOURNING STEREO CARD BY ANTHONY
View is of a black cross surrounded by ferns under a glass dome. The cross has a bust view of Mr. Lincoln at center with his name on the crossbar and “DIED APRIL 15, 1865” below his image. Mount… (P13031) Learn More »
$125.00
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PAIR OF CIVIL WAR ERA BOOTS WITH SINGLE SPUR
Leather boots feature sewn leather pull-tabs, stacked heel and hob nailed leather soles. Toes are squared and could have been worn on either foot. One boot still retains original spur with leather… (801-133) Learn More »
FRAMED PHOTO OF ROBERT E. LEE WITH WALTER TAYLOR & SON CUSTIS LEE BY MATTHEW BRADY
Early, original copy of the photo of General Robert E. Lee taken in Richmond just after the end of the war by the famous Civil War photographer Matthew Brady. Photograph shows Lee seated between his… (573-58) Learn More »
$2,500.00
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VERMONT IN THE CIVIL WAR, A HISTORY
By G. G. Benedict. Published by Free Press Association, Burlington, VT., 1886. 2 vols., rebound in dark green leather w/blue marbled boards. 620, 620 pp., w/ ills. Contains sketches of Vermont’s… (173-2703) Learn More »
$175.00
Originally $250.00
CIVIL WAR MODEL 1860 SPENCER CARBINE
Produced by the Spencer Rifle Company of Boston, Massachusetts, this ten-pound Civil War Model 1860 Spencer breechloading repeating carbine is in very good original condition. Carbine, which fired the… (362-794) Learn More »
FRAMED C. J. PUGLIESE SWORD ENGRAVING
This original engraving by well-known military artist C.J. Pugliese features a close view of a Confederate sword with the “CS” and number “290” showing. Image is clear and shows great detail.… (933-14) Learn More »
FRAMED C. J. PUGLIESE SWORD ENGRAVINGS
These original engravings by well-known military artist C.J. Pugliese features obverse and reverse views of the hilt of a Confederate sword with the “CS” showing. Image is clear and shows great… (933-13) Learn More »
VERY FINE, U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR RIFLE
Mass produced by the Springfield Armory in Springfield, Massachusetts between 1879 and 1885, a total of 160,000 of the .45-70 caliber Trapdoor rifles were made. This rifle specimen, in fine original… (218-490) Learn More »
$1,395.00
Originally $1,500.00
M1843 HALL-NORTH BREECHLOADING CARBINE – GENERAL FREMONT PURCHASE
Presented here is a 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 five-line address… (218-488) Learn More »
$2,795.00
Originally $2,950.00
ROBBINS & LAWRENCE CONTRACT M1841 ‘MISSISSIPPI’ RIFLE ID’D TO 51ST MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY
Among the many variations made of the Model 1841 US percussion rifle, this shoulder arm was produced under government contract by the firm of Robbins & Lawrence of Windsor, Vermont. One of 15,000… (218-470) Learn More »
$3,245.00
Originally $3,395.00
US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM THE ROSENSTEEL FAMILY COLLECTION, FOUND IN THE HISTORIC WHEATFIELD AT GETTYSBURG
Found by local resident and relic hunter John Cullison who excavated relics on the field between 1935 and 1959. Nice light patina to face, both iron loops present. Nice, choice plate. … (532-82) Learn More »
$550.00
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IDENTIFIED GREATCOAT, CARTRIDGE BOX, BELT, AND LETTER GROUP
This group consists of a Federal enlisted greatcoat with cape, a pattern 1864 cartridge box, a waist belt with US buckle, 29 letters from the soldier to his family, and several miscellaneous small… (389-03) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED CLAUBERG PRESENTATON GRADE MODEL 1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD PRESENTED TO LT. JOHN L. CRAFT OF THE 1ST PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY
The most prolific officer’s sword maker and inspector to the US during the American Civil War was the firm of W. Clauberg of Solingen. They manufactured higher and presentation grade swords for the… (E2670) Learn More »
NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH ID
Smooth side canteen with original brown wool cover, sling keepers, complete linen sling, ring cork stopper w/six links of chain. Wool cover is tight and intact, w/half dozen small worn spots (down the… (M25602) Learn More »
US / CS 4.52” 12-POUNDER SOLID SHOT FROM GETTYSBURG
This is a relic cannon ball recovered from Wolf Hill. The projectile comes with an attractive wood display base and a letter from the man who recovered the relic (a well-known local collector). … (R22626) Learn More »
$495.00
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SOCIETY OF THE ROUNDHEADS RIBBON - 100TH PENNSYLVANIA
White ribbon that meas. approx. 4.00 x 2.00 inches with “SOCIETY OF THE ROUNHEADS” at top in blue lettering. Lower portion is taken up with a 9th Corps badge done in red ink surrounded by more… (213-82) Learn More »
100TH PENNSYLVANIA REUNION RIBBON - 1915
Stamped brass frame with a scrollwork decoration on the face holds a 4.50 inch blue ribbon with gold printing that reads “SOUVENIR 50th ROUND-HEAD REUNION WEST MIDDLETOWN PENN’A AUG. 25, 1915.”… (213-84) Learn More »
REPRODUCTION SCRIMSHAW WITH BUST OF WOMAN
This piece of scrimshaw was made from a whale’s tooth. It measures 4 ½” long x 2” wide at the bottom x 1” wide at the top. One side features a carving of a lady with a flower on each side of… (909-172) Learn More »
$125.00
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REPRODUCTION SCRIMSHAW WITH ENGRAVING OF SHIP
This piece of scrimshaw was made from a whale’s tooth. It measures 5 ¼” long x 2” wide at the bottom then comes to a point at the top. One side features an engraving of a ship and the name,… (909-171) Learn More »
$150.00
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BUST VIEW CDV ATTRIBUTED TO 61ST NEW YORK OFFICER KILLED AT FAIR OAKS
Image shows a young clean-shaven man in a white shirt and dark civilian suit with a large dark bowtie. The image is clear with good contrast and light surface dirt on the paper and mount. Reverse has… (P13829) Learn More »
BUST VIEW CDV OF CUVIER GROVER AS A BRIGADIER GENERAL
Clean clear bust image of Grover as a brigadier general. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with brigadier general’s shoulder straps. Image has excellent contrast. Reverse has… (P13681) Learn More »
CDV FULL STANDING VIEW OF 33RD MASSACHUSETTS PRIVATE
Image shows a bearded soldier leaning against a draped column. He wears a dark frock coat buttoned at the throat, a light military vest and light trousers. Image is clear with good contrast but the… (P13823) Learn More »
PHOTO OF “SHEP”, MASCOT OF TROOP M, 7TH CAVALRY
This is a cabinet card photograph of a dog perched upon a tree stump. The caption in the image reads, “SHEP MASCOT M. 7 CAV, FT. OGLETHORPE.” The image measures approximately 5 ½” x 4”… (894-70) Learn More »
1869 LETTER - SECRETARY OF WAR JOHN M. SCHOFIELD
Dated “War Department/ Washington City/ Jun 2, 1869.” Written in the hand of “Col. W. G. Moore/Secretary.” 1 page, in ink, on lined paper w/ War Department letter head, 4. 875 x 8.” Exhibits… (913-80) Learn More »
FRAMED IMAGES OF CHILDREN IN UNIFORM
This collage of images comes displayed in a painted black wooden shield-shaped frame. Image at top is a drawing of the U.S. flag behind sailor with the words, “AHOY! THE LITTLEST SAILORS”. Image… (933-25) Learn More »
VERY RARE CONFEDERATE 3-INCH MULLANE / TENNESSEE PATTERN POINTED NOSE SHELL
This Tennessee Sabot pattern projectile is sometimes called the Mullane shell. This is the rare pointed nose type, which is found only in hex-head bolt Mullane shells. This used a very rare CS copper… (R22627) Learn More »
WHITNEY CONTRACT M1841 ‘MISSISSIPPI’ RIFLE
Among the many variations made of the Model 1841 US percussion rifle, this shoulder arm was produced under government contract by the firm of Eli Whitney of New Haven, Connecticut. One of 15,000 such… (218-498) Learn More »
M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD BY HORSTMANN & SONS
This original Model 1850 Foot Officer’s sword, complete with original sharkskin scabbard. Blade was imported and assembled by Horstmann of Philadelphia, PA and carried by many Federal officers… (790-05) Learn More »
1904 MCCLELLAN SADDLE
Brown leather saddle with the typical McClellan seat with elliptical cutout at center. Brass saddle shield mounted on cantle says it is an 11.50 inch seat. Leather is in good condition and free of… (765-52) Learn More »
$75.00
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FRAMED PENCIL SKETCH OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE MAJOR
Sketch was made by the artist Thomas Cantwell Healy. Laureldale, Mississippi on February 20, 1865. It is a waist- up side view of a Confederate Major in uniform. Sketch is very life-like with… (933-01) Learn More »
MINT GERMAN P.38 PISTOL
Exceptional example of the standard issue 9mm service pistol used by the Germans in World War II. Principal markings include: “4917a” (serial number); “byf 44” (manufacturer’s code and year… (G3657) Learn More »
$1,200.00
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SOUVENIR FROM THE VIRGINIA AGRICULTURAL, MECHANICAL & TOBACCO EXPOSITION 1888
This is a souvenir of the Great Virginia Agricultural, Mechanical and Tobacco Exhibition held in Richmond, Virginia, from October 3 through November 21, 1888. Here is a medal and hanger, with… (213-20) Learn More »
G.A.R. REPRESENTATIVE MEDAL, ROCHESTER, N.Y., 1914
Top hanger features laurel and olive branches, crossed rifles, and in the center “GAR” and the GAR seal. Original pin is on reverse. A red ribbon is suspended from the upper component.… (213-28) Learn More »
U.S. NAVY FRICTION PRIMER POUCH
Small leather box to hold friction primers and carried on the belt. The box is relatively square in shape to accommodate the shape of the friction primer packs. This box has a single wide belt… (523-19) Learn More »
$125.00
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FRAMED TEN DOLLAR C.S. NOTE WITH THREE US EAGLE BUTTONS
This is a nice display of relic buttons and a Confederate note. Infantyman’s buttons from left to right were recovered from- Antietam / Sharpsburg, near Burnside’s Bridge in October 1959; Harpers… (L15351) Learn More »
$75.00
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HEROES AND LEADERS OF THE CIVIL WAR, PICTORIAL ANNIVERSARY ALBUM
Front cover of this vintage magazine features an image of Ulysses S. Grant. First page reads, “HEROES AND LEADERS OF THE CIVIL WAR / PICTORIALLY TELLING THE STORY OF THE FOUR YEAR’S WAR / LIFE OF… (L15308) Learn More »
$10.00
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NICE EARLY RECOVERED CS 12 LB. SOLID SHOT
Traces of gold or silver paint as often used by GAR posts. This solid shot came with some relics which were identified as being from Gettysburg. Unfortunately this one had no recovery… (766-807) Learn More »
RICHMOND SHARPS CARBINE
Presented here is a Richmond-made, straight-breech Confederate Sharps carbine. Of the approximately 5,000 firearms called “Richmond Carbines” made for the Confederate government between 1862 and… (362-777) Learn More »
M1851 NCO RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE WITH NICKLE SILVER WREATH
Exhibits very slight tarnish, with two or three very slight nicks on its face and reverse. Smooth and symmetrical. Very solid piece. Nicely priced. [jp] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS… (M25604) Learn More »
$225.00
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3” HOTCHKISS CASE SHOT – EARLY BATTLEFIELD PICK-UP
This is the case-shot version of the standard 3-inch Hotchkiss projectiles fired in 3-inch cannons. Three-piece construction consists of a nose portion containing the bursting charge and case-shot… (R22621) Learn More »
IMPORT MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD
This original Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer’s sword is complete with the original metal scabbard and a wonderfully executed rewrapped grip. The drawn sword measures a total length of 38.50… (E2683) Learn More »
SPRINGFIELD M1855 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET, DATED 1858
This Civil War era single-shot muzzleloader is a .58 caliber, Model 1855 percussion rifle-musket in good overall condition. Longarm has a 40” round barrel with broad three-groove rifling. Stock is… (928-03) Learn More »
$1,700.00
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FULL PLATE TINTYPE OF 7TH VERMONT SOLDIER WHO DIED DURING THE WAR
Very nice full plate tintype of a Union soldier wearing a dark frock coat with Corporal chevrons. The buttons on the coat are lightly touched with gilt and there is a bluish hue to the Corporal… (744-13) Learn More »
$395.00
Originally $450.00
GETTYSBURG PENNSYLVANIA MEMORIAL SOUVENIR MATCH CASE
Match case has an applied decorative shield with an image of the Pennsylvania Memorial. Paper matchbox slides out. Measures 2 ½” long x 1 ½” wide x ½” thick. Metal has darkened with age. This… (213-59) Learn More »
$20.00
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GETTYSBURG LEE’S HEADQUARTERS SOUVENIR SHOE PIN CUSHION
Shoe has a decorative shield with an image of General Lee’s Headquarters. Measures 3 ½” long x 1 ½” high. Metal has darkened with age. Underside is marked, “J B 515” for The Jennings… (213-55) Learn More »
RUBY GLASS GETTYSBURG PITCHER
Pitcher features a cut glass bottom and ruby glass at the top. Labeled with, “SOUVENIR GETTYSBURG 1863”. Measures 5” tall x 2 1/8” at the base. Very good condition with no chips or cracks.… (213-40) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR RUBY WINE GLASS
Glass features shield- shaped applied ruby glass with image of the Pennsylvania Memorial. Hand painted flowers flank each side of the image. Measures 3 7/8” tall x 2” at the base. Very good… (213-44) Learn More »
$45.00
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VERY FINE CONDITION CIVIL WAR US MODEL 1861 3 INCH ORDNANCE RIFLE
This artillery tube was the most widely used rifle cannon during the American Civil War. Manufactured of wrought iron under John Griffen’s patent, of which The Horse Soldier has an original copy… (940-01) Learn More »
FRAMED CDV OF GENERAL U.S. GRANT
Very nice decorative frame with period gutta-percha frame inside that surrounds a CDV of U.S. Grant. CDV is a three-quarter sitting view of Grant in uniform. He is wearing an officer’s frock coat… (P13846) Learn More »
$150.00
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BEAUTIFUL WHITE BUFF LEATHER BAYONET SHOULDER SLING WITH NCO “EAGLE” PLATE AND IDENTIFICATION
Excellent condition white buff leather bayonet shoulder sling for M1842 bayonet scabbard. Belt is just a hair under 2” wide. Outside surface was chalked or painted at some point. Leather has some… (M25601) Learn More »
$750.00
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THREE PIECE PRESENTATION COIN SILVER TEA SERVICE
Produced by Monell & Williams, New York, circa 1823. This superb set consists of a teapot, covered sugar and creamer, with elaborate sheaf-of-wheat finials, on lobed bodies. Each piece carries the inscription, “Presented by the Boston Light… (30-1856). Learn More »
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