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RELIC, U.S. 3-INCH SCHENKL PERCUSSION FUSE
Excavated brass fuse in good condition. Beautiful brass fuse perfect for fuse collection or to screw into a Schenkl shell that needs a fuse. Green patina overall with some small dings on top flange.… (844-246). Learn More »
$40.00
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NON-DUG -- US NAVAL WATERCAP FUSE WITH BUSHING, DATED 1862
A nice, naval watercap fuse dated 1862 and in very good condition. This fuse is made of brass with flange on top, with threaded portion and tapered body. A brass bushing is on this fuse to fit into… (844-236). Learn More »
$125.00
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1864 DATED ALLEGHENY ARSENAL CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY LIMBER POLE PAD
A nicely marked and dated example. Made of heavy leather secured by copper rivets, these are described in the 1862 Ordnance Manual under artillery harness. Limbers and caissons were normally drawn… (2026-9403). Learn More »
$550.00
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ARTILLERY VENT PUNCH
This 5.25” long tool was used by US and CS artillery during the Civil War. Made up of a 4.25” long rod attached an octagonal head. This head has a hole in the center. These were used to… (844-84). Learn More »
REVOLUTIONARY WAR IRON BAR SHOT, CYLINDRICAL-HEAD ("HAMMER") TYPE, RECOVERED IN THE CHAMPLAIN VALLEY, CIRCA LATE 18TH CENTURY
A solid wrought- and cast-iron bar shot of the cylindrical-head form, comprising two drum-shaped heads united by a single rigid bar. Bar shot — "dismantling shot" — was anti-rigging ordnance fired… (1298-21). Learn More »
REVOLUTIONARY WAR / WAR OF 1812 IRON BAR SHOT (c. 1775-1815)
Iron bar shot of the classic two-headed ("dumbbell") form: a pair of solid cast-iron spheres joined by a heavy central bar. USE: Bar shot was first and foremost an anti-rigging round. In a naval… (1298-20). Learn More »
COMPLETE PACKAGE OF TAYLOR FUSE IGNITERS
Here is a paper-wrapped stack of tin fuse igniters for Taylor’s time fuse. The whole stack is wrapped in tan packing paper. The packing paper is water damaged, missing a few fragments, and quite… (727-50). Learn More »
$675.00
Originally $1,250.00
RARE CIVIL WAR ERA US 24-POUNDER CASE SHOT SHELL, SECTIONED FOR DISPLAY
A superb example of an original U.S. 24-pounder case shot artillery shell, professionally sectioned to reveal the interior construction. The cast iron body retains excellent definition, displaying the… (1262-38). Learn More »
PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 5-SECOND ARTILLERY FUZES
Original pack of 5-second time fuzes manufactured at the Frankford Arsenal in Philadelphia, PA during the Civil War. Pack is constructed of a drilled wood block that holds five paper time fuses.… (1202-1346). Learn More »
3-INCH VIRGINIA PATTERN BOURRELATED READ SHELL FROM SPOTSYLVANIA
This is a very good example recovered at Spotsylvania in 1968 that retains its original Confederate copper band sabot at its base and time-fuze adapter in its nose. Attractive painted recovery… (2026-1288). Learn More »
$595.00
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CS 3-INCH TENNESSEE PATTERN MULLANE SHELL
This is an excavated example of the Mullane shell for the 3-inch Ordnance Rifle that shows signs of being intentionally damaged before completion either to prevent it falling into Federal hands or… (2026-1292). Learn More »
24-POUNDER COEHORN MORTAR SECTIONED SHELL
A very good example of a 24-pounder shell with 7/8” fuze hole, sectioned to show the powder chamber and fuze opening. Dickey & George (1993) p.51 discuss these shells, noting that the smaller… (844-212). Learn More »
EXCELLENT SET OF CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY GUNNER’S CALIPERS
This is an excellent set of Civil War-era artillery gunner’s calipers. A scarce artilleryman’s implement, these are believed to have been issued at a rate of one for every six guns. Gunner… (844-58). Learn More »
3.8-INCH HOTCHKISS SHELL FOR JAMES RIFLE FROM CHANCELLORSVILLE
Hotchkiss 3.8-Inch projectiles were used in the 14-pounder James Rifle, with Hotchkiss 3.67-Inch rounds in theory for rifled 6-pounder guns. The nomenclature of the guns is muddied by the broader use… (2026-1283). Learn More »
3-INCH DYER CASE SHOT
These were for a long time identified as Confederate “Burton” projectiles, as prominently noted on this one in old white paint. For the discussion and the corrected identification see Dickey &… (2026-1286). Learn More »
3-INCH DYER CASE SHOT
Another case of mistaken identity. This case shot is prominently marked on one side in old white paint “C.S.” in an oval over “BLAKELY” with the initials “T.I.W.” below in slightly smaller… (2026-1293). Learn More »
$495.00
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ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR NON-EXCAVATED 3-INCH HOTCHKISS CANISTER ROUND
Canister was the close-in and sometimes last-ditch anti-personnel round for Civil War artillery. At a distance artillery crews would fire case-shot at infantry- explosive shells filled with shrapnel… (1130-18). Learn More »
$2,295.00
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BRASS HANDLED-BORMANN TIME FUSE PUNCH
This is a sharp tool that was used to punch the Bormann time fuse at its proper “second” mark. It is 4 1/2” in length. The handle is made of cast brass and is half-moon shaped. The punch shaft… (844-155). Learn More »
$165.00
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PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 8-SECOND FUSES - 1864
This pack of 8-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… (844-131). Learn More »
ORIGINAL UNOPENED PACK OF U.S. FRICTION PRIMERS - FRANKFORD ARSENAL - 1864
This is an original, unopened package of Federal artillery friction primers. The pack consists of a drilled wood block, containing five friction primers, wrapped completely in dark blue paper. The… (1202-1343). Learn More »
$225.00
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PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 20-SECOND FUSES
This pack of 20-second artillery fuses originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1864. These longer burning fuses are harder to find than the short-burning fuses. The pack is… (1202-1349). Learn More »
1863 WATERVLIET ARSENAL MARKED GUNNER’S LEVEL
This gunner’s level is clearly marked across the top on one side with an eagle over “U.S. / WATERVLIET / ARSENAL/ 1863.” This was an essential artillery tool enabling an artillery crew to… (1202-1331). Learn More »
RELIC US 3” HOTCHKISS FUSE ADAPTER FROM GETTYSBURG
Brass Hotchkiss fuse adapter measuring approximately 2.25” long. From a fired shell. Head is flanged with a screwdriver slot and measures about 1.2” in diameter. Threads run about 1/2” down the… (2025-1666). Learn More »
$145.00
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U.S. / C.S. 12-POUNDER SOLID SHOT – GETTYSBURG FOUND
This is the most common solid shot projectile of any caliber used during the Civil War by both the Federal and Confederate forces. This is a solid iron cannon ball with dark brown tone and bubble… (557-16). Learn More »
$450.00
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37MM WINCHESTER COMMON SHELL FOR HOTCHKISS GUN
Nice 37mm Hotchkiss round made by Winchester and dated 5-91 (May, 1891). Steel shell with nose painted red and brass rotating band. Base of shell features threaded hole for base fuse (no fuse… (490-1485). Learn More »
$135.00
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37MM WINCHESTER COMMON SHELL FOR HOTCHKISS GUN
Nice 37mm Hotchkiss round made by Winchester and dated 5-91 (May, 1891). Steel shell with nose painted red and brass rotating band. Base of shell features threaded hole for base fuse (no fuse… (490-1477). Learn More »
$135.00
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10” CONFEDERATE COLUMBIAD CANNON-TREDEGAR IRON WORKS - FORMER TEXAS MUSEUM
This large cast-iron cannon was produced at the Tredegar Iron Works in Richmond, Va. In 1836, a group of Richmond businessmen and industrialists led by Francis B. Deane, Jr. set about to capitalize on… (1268-1240). Learn More »
EXCAVATED U.S. 3” PARROTT SHELL FROM GETTYSBURG GAR POST #9
Here is a Gettysburg excavated Civil War Federal 3” field artillery projectile often referred to as a Parrott Type III shell excavated from an unknown location area on the Gettysburg battlefield… (2024-2135). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY PENDULUM HAUSSE LEATHER CASE
This is a scarce piece of Civil War artillery related leather. This is a pendulum hausse sight case. Pendulum Hausse sights were weighted brass pieces that were mounted on the breech of a cannon and… (2025-2038). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY PENDULUM HAUSSE LEATHER CASE
This is a scarce piece of Civil War artillery related leather. This is a pendulum hausse sight case. Pendulum Hausse sights were weighted brass pieces that were mounted on the breech of a cannon and… (2025-2022). Learn More »
EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND IMPORTANT CONFEDERATE RAINS BARREL TORPEDO - 1 OF 2 KNOWN - FROM THE TEXAS MUSEUM
This is a Rains barrel torpedo that was recovered during the Civil War in Mobile Bay, AL. It was developed by Gabriel James Rains, Chief of the Confederate Torpedo Service. Gabriel Rains was born in… (1268-690). Learn More »
REVOLUTIONARY WAR 6-POUNDER BAR SHOT
Much of the American Revolution took place on the seas between a budding Continental Navy and the powerful British Royal Navy. Naval gunners on both sides fired a range of specialized projectiles from… (1202-950). Learn More »
VERY GOOD 1864 DATED US NAVY YARD MARKED PASS BOX FOR THE 32 POUNDER GUN
The 32-pounder was an iron smoothbore cannon used on ships and in coastal fortifications. It was largely superseded by more advanced guns during the war but remained in service throughout, with the… (1268-669). Learn More »
3.8” HOTCHKISS BASE CUP WITH “RICHMOND, VA” LABEL FROM YORK SPRINGS, PA G.A.R. POST #37 COLLECTION
Offered here is an early “battlefield pick-up” relic that was part of the collections on display at the York, PA, #37 “General Sedgwick” Grand Army of the Republic Post. The item is the iron… (1202-878). Learn More »
ASSORTMENT OF SCALE MODEL CANNON BY RUSSELL A. NORGAN
Excellent condition assortment of handcrafted, limited edition scale model cannon. Priced at $1,250.00 each except for the limber chest, which is priced at $850.00. Each item has its corresponding… (2025-). Learn More »
TAYLOR FUSE IGNITER
Here is a tin fuse igniter for Taylor’s time fuse. The Taylor fuse was patented April 11, 1865, so did not see any use during the Civil War. The purpose of these tin “igniters” was to direct the… (1202-455). Learn More »
TAYLOR FUSE IGNITER
Here is a tin fuse igniter for Taylor’s time fuse. The Taylor fuse was patented April 11, 1865, so did not see any use during the Civil War. The purpose of these tin “igniters” was to direct the… (1202-454). Learn More »
ARTILLERY VENT PUNCH FOR FIELD GUNS
This is a tool for clearing the vent of any obstructions such as pieces of fired friction primers. It has a six-sided head with a hole in the center, and an 8” wire brazed to it. The wire ends with… (1202-471). Learn More »
$65.00
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RARE PACK OF CONFEDERATE, RICHMOND ARSENAL, ARTILLERY FRICTION PRIMERS
Offered here is a very rare, nice condition, original pack of artillery friction primers manufactured at the Richmond Arsenal in Virginia during the Civil War. These “primers” are what was placed… (1268-512). Learn More »
AMERICAN POWDER MILLS BOSTON CIRCULAR LABEL
Measures 6” in diameter. Nice woodcut of a cannon in center; printed on pink paper. Minor damage to each. [ss] [PH:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE… (516-572). Learn More »
$35.00
Originally $44.00
BRITISH ARTILLERY SHIPPING CRATE
This is one of several scarce British artillery crates that recently came to hand, some of which were marked “Quebec.” This is clearly stenciled in black on one end: “11/59” / “W[broad… (2024-1156). Learn More »
BRITISH ARTILLERY SHIPPING CRATE
This is one of several scarce British artillery crates that recently came to hand, some of which were marked “Quebec.” Along with other ordnance and shipping markings, this is clearly stenciled at… (2024-1154). Learn More »
ARTILLERY GIMLET FOR 12-INCH GUN – WATERVLIET ARSENAL
The "gimlet" has a screw on the end and was intended to be used to remove broken pieces of friction primers from the vent. It could also serve as a priming wire to poke a hole in the powder bag. This… (2024-2312). Learn More »
STONE MOLD HALF FOR LARGE GRAPE SHOT
This piece is an early mold half for a round grape shot ball. This piece measures approximately 3.5” x 2” x 2.5”. The cavity measures just shy of 2” in diameter. The funnel leading into the… (236-1026). Learn More »
ARTILLERY VENT PUNCH FOR 12-INCH MORTAR – WATERVLIET ARSENAL
This is a tool for clearing the vent of any obstructions. It has an octagonal head with a hole in the center, and a 21” wire brazed to it. The wire tappers at the end. The flat head is stamped,… (2024-2314). Learn More »
RELIC -- US NAVAL WATERCAP FUSE WITH BUSHING, DATED 1864
Excavated naval watercap fuse dated 1864 and in good condition. This fuse is made of brass with flange on top, with threaded portion and tapered body. A brass bushing is on this fuse to fit into… (2024-2327). Learn More »
3” HOTCHKISS SHELL WITH GETTYSBURG TAG – FROM YORK SPRINGS GAR POST
This shell is part of the collection that was housed at the York Springs GAR Post 551. Many of the items were collected and curated by David Starry, a Civil War veteran who served in an emergency… (1202-230). Learn More »
U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH MARKED “US”
Very nice condition leather fuse pouch. The leather of the outer flap is in very good condition. There is some crazing on the top “hinge” area of the flap. There is a deep “US” stamp on the… (864-14). Learn More »
1855 DATED 11-INCH SHOT/SHELL GAUGE
These simple iron ring gauges allowed for quick inspection and sorting of shot and shell by size, something of critical importance to a gun crew and a large task given the huge stacks of cannon balls… (490-6754). Learn More »
BRITISH ARTILLERY CRATE FOR 9-POUND SOLID SHOT
The smooth-bore, muzzle-loading 9-pounder cannon was a standard British field-piece in service from 1805 to 1881, with a maximum range of about 1,400 yards and notable service in the Napoleonic Wars… (2024-1155). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE 3” MULLANE COMMON SHELL
Here is a fired Confederate 3” bourreleted Mullane Type 1 common shell recovered from an unknown battlefield location. Made for the 3” Ordnance Rifle. Also known as a “Tennessee Sabot”, this… (490-7005). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR “SPINNER” QUILL PRIMERS FOR NAVAL CANNONS
These Naval cannon primers are constructed using fowl quills; less likely to corrode around salt water. These are percussion, not friction primers. In use, these were ignited by the blow from a… (2024-1521). Learn More »
BOOK – FIELD ARTILLERY PROJECTILES OF THE CIVIL WAR 1861-1865 BY KERKSIS & DICKEY
First edition, hardcover signed by both authors. Limited to 500 numbered copies, this is #303. Text clean and unmarked; 307 pages, 8.5” x 11”. The binding is tight and square. Cover is bright and… (2024-1206). Learn More »
11-INCH SHOT/SHELL GAUGE
These simple iron ring gauges allowed for quick inspection and sorting of shot and shell by size, something of critical importance to a gun crew and a large task given the huge stacks of cannon balls… (490-6807). Learn More »
RARE USN GOSPORT NAVY YARD PRIMING FLASK
Gosport Shipyard was the original name of the facility in Portsmouth, Virginia, that was founded in 1767, passed into the hands of Virginia in the Revolution, was leased from that state by the U.S.… (490-6824). Learn More »
$4,500.00
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NICE U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH
The leather is in nice, smooth condition with a pleasing dark brown tone. The latch tab is stitched to the underside of the flap. This tab remains unbroken but well worn. The outer flap is only… (490-6254). Learn More »
THEFT REPORTED AT AUTUMN GETTYSBURG SHOW
A vendor at the Autumn Gettysburg Civil War show held at the Allstar Events Complex on Oct. 28-29 reported that a Maryland sword belt plate valued at $3500 was stolen from a display case on Sunday…. Learn More »
BOOKLET ON 18TH CENTURY BRITISH ARTILLERY AMMUNITION FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS
The title of this pamphlet is “BRITISH ARTILLERY AMMUNITION 1780” by Adrian B. Caruana and published by Museum Restoration Service of Bloomfield, Ontario, Canada in 1979. Yellow heavy stock paper… (236-416). Learn More »
U.S. NAVY FRICTION PRIMER BOX
Small leather box to hold friction primers were carried on the belt (past terminology designated this type box as a Navy fuse box). The box is relatively square in shape to accommodate the shape of… (490-5342). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH WITH LEAD FINIAL
Brown leather Confederate artillery fuse pouch is in good condition. This is the leather pouch that went on the side of the Confederate artilleryman. It held his paper time fuses for firing the… (381-20). Learn More »
$3,150.00
Originally $3,950.00
CIVIL WAR QUILL PRIMERS FOR NAVAL CANNONS
These Naval cannon primers are constructed using fowl quills; less likely to corrode around salt water. These are percussion, not friction primers. In use, these were ignited by the blow from a… (490-2928). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE TEN SECOND PAPER TIME FUSE
This ten-second fuse originated from the magazine at Fort Jackson, Louisiana. Fuse was recovered by a Union soldier in 1862, who packaged several in a box and documented it by writing the information… (R21944). Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $295.00
CONFEDERATE TEN SECOND PAPER TIME FUSE
This ten-second fuse originated from the magazine at Fort Jackson, Louisiana. Fuse was recovered by a Union soldier in 1862, who packaged several in a box and documented it by writing the information… (R21942). Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $295.00
COPPER SABOT FROM 3” MULLANE SHELL FROM GETTYSBURG
Found in Gettysburg after the battle. From the Soldier’s National Museum auction of 2014. Copper sabot stripped from a Confederate 3” Mullane artillery shell. The sabot is a round disk with a… (224-514). Learn More »
MEXICAN WAR TO CIVIL WAR PORTFIRE STOCK
Before the introduction of the friction primer it was necessary to keep a ready flame handy for the lighting of linstocks carrying slow match to fire the gun or to fire it directly and even later they… (1158-07). Learn More »
THEFT FROM GRAVESITE OF GEN. JOHN REYNOLDS
A large artillery shell, one of pair that sit on either side of the grave of Gen. John F. Reynolds in Lancaster Cemetery, Lancaster, PA has been removed from the site. If anyone comes into contact…. Learn More »
CONFEDERATE 32 LB CANISTER BALL FROM ATLANTA
Offered is a Confederate canister ball from Atlanta Georgia. Each weighs approximately 1 lb. 4 oz. and are 2.10” in diameter. All show signs of moderate to heavy rust. These were uncovered during… (R3556). Learn More »
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SCARCE VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL THOMAS ROSSER FROM THE ALBUM OF R. CHANNING PRICE PRESENTED TO HIM BY JEB STUART
CDV is a full standing view of Thomas L. Rosser wearing a dark civilian frock coat with a white vest and dark cravat with matching white trousers. He holds his dark hat in his hand, just behind his waist. Rosser is posed in front of a painted… (846-497). Learn More »
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