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“LIEUT. GENL. MACDONALD” BY DIGHTON 1812, COLONEL OF THE 55th REGIMENT, WITH A STRONG OPINION ON HATS

“LIEUT. GENL. MACDONALD” BY DIGHTON 1812, COLONEL OF THE 55th REGIMENT, WITH A STRONG OPINION ON HATS

This original hand-colored portrait print portrays a British general standing in full uniform wearing a large bicorne hat, aiguillette over his right shoulder, saber belt and saber with knot, and tall… (1133-08). Learn More »

SIR DAVID DUNDAS BY ROBERT DIGHTON APRIL 1810

SIR DAVID DUNDAS BY ROBERT DIGHTON APRIL 1810

This is an elegant portrait of the British “commander in chief of the forces” from 1809 to 1811 in bicorne hat and blue trimmed red officer’s coat with epaulets, sash, sword at his left side and… (1133-09). Learn More »

UNION PATRIOTIC COVER OF BALTIMORE HOSPITAL

UNION PATRIOTIC COVER OF BALTIMORE HOSPITAL

Unused letter cover, or envelope. Color tinted engraving of “U.S.A. Genl. Hospital, Patterson Park, Balto. No. 3.” Image fills whole cover. Color remains vibrant. Cover is in very good… (2021-129A). Learn More »

 BREVET MAJOR GENERAL’S COMMISSION AND G.A.R. BADGE OF SAMUEL SPRIGG CARROLL: HIS TROOPS HELPED SAVE CEMETERY HILL ON JULY 2 AND TO REPULSE PICKETT ON JULY 3 AT GETTYSBURG

BREVET MAJOR GENERAL’S COMMISSION AND G.A.R. BADGE OF SAMUEL SPRIGG CARROLL: HIS TROOPS HELPED SAVE CEMETERY HILL ON JULY 2 AND TO REPULSE PICKETT ON JULY 3 AT GETTYSBURG

Carroll was a fighting general who acquired several nicknames from his red hair along with three wounds and a number of promotions and brevets for his service on the battlefield. He received several… (2020-894). Learn More »

U.S QUARTERMASTER DOCUMENT—"STORES,ETC.”; 29TH & 75TH MASSACHUSETTS

U.S QUARTERMASTER DOCUMENT—"STORES,ETC.”; 29TH & 75TH MASSACHUSETTS

Dated “Long Island, Boston Harbor /December 31, 1863. 2 pp. in ink on pre-printed form, 8” x 10.125”.  Lists quantity of “Boards, Joists, nails, &  Lbs. of Straw turned over to Lieut.… (1041-152). Learn More »

EDWIN FORBES PRINT IN ORIGINAL PERIOD FRAME

EDWIN FORBES PRINT IN ORIGINAL PERIOD FRAME

This print is titled “A WATCHED POT NEVER BOILS.” The subject of the print is a young, sleeping, Black boy wearing a forage cap, sack coat and trousers laying on a blanket on the ground. In front… (1100-117). Learn More »

RICHMOND WHIG NEWSPAPER, DATED APRIL 20, 1865 – LINCOLN ASSASSINATION

RICHMOND WHIG NEWSPAPER, DATED APRIL 20, 1865 – LINCOLN ASSASSINATION

Vol. 1—no. 15. 8 pp., 4 columns. Exhibits fold-marks, and small center fold-line chip; lightly soiled and yellowed, but entirely legible; completely intact but semi- fragile, and should be handled… (801-71). Learn More »

$716.00
Originally $895.00

DR. I. NEWTON'S BITTERS LABEL

DR. I. NEWTON'S BITTERS LABEL

Nice, original label for Dr. I. Newton's Bitters calls it, "A Pleasant Cordial Stomach Bitter", helpful for, "bilious affections, dyspepsia, histeria, nervous disorders, worms, diarrhoea, disorders… (L15631). Learn More »

LS, MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL P. BANKS, U.S.A.

LS, MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL P. BANKS, U.S.A.

Dated “Headquarters, Department of the gulf/ New Orleans, Feb. 4, 1864. From Gen. Banks to “Col. Isaac Dyer/ 15th Maine Volunteers.” 1 page, in ink, on lined Department letterhead, 7.75 x… (1097-171). Learn More »

ORIGINAL 1864 TRAVELLER’S POCKET MAP OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

ORIGINAL 1864 TRAVELLER’S POCKET MAP OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

Titled, “Map of the City of Washington: Established as the Permanent Seat of Government of the United States of America 1864,” this foldout map of Washington, D.C. features street names and block… (1097-98). Learn More »

COLORFUL CITY OF BOSTON DONATION RECEIPT, SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR OF "THE BARCLAYS OF BOSTON"

COLORFUL CITY OF BOSTON DONATION RECEIPT, SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR OF "THE BARCLAYS OF BOSTON"

Very decorative preprinted receipt from the city of Boston given to a Samuel William Trench for a donation “FOR THE SOLDIERS WHO LEAVE BOSTON UNDER THE REQUISITION OF THE PRESEIDENT OF THE UNITED… (L15630). Learn More »

FRONTIER SCOUT - FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], OCTOBER 12, 1865 - PUBLISHED FOR “GALVANIZED YANKEES” OF THE 1ST U.S.V REGT.

FRONTIER SCOUT - FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], OCTOBER 12, 1865 - PUBLISHED FOR “GALVANIZED YANKEES” OF THE 1ST U.S.V REGT.

Vol. 1—15. Editor, Capt. E.G. Adams, Publisher Lieut. C.H. Champney. 4 pp., 12.5 x 8,” 3 columns. Exhibits fold-marks, w/yellowing along fold-lines, and two slight inward tears along right… (1097-216). Learn More »

FRONTIER SCOUT—FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], AUGUST 24, 1865— PUBLISHED FOR GALVANIZED YANKEES OF THE 1ST U.S.V. REGT.

FRONTIER SCOUT—FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], AUGUST 24, 1865— PUBLISHED FOR GALVANIZED YANKEES OF THE 1ST U.S.V. REGT.

Vol. 1—No. 11. Editor, Capt. E.G. Adams, publisher Lieut. C.H. Champney.  4 pp., 12.5 x 8”, 3 columns. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG plus. This extremely scarce Civil War/Frontier army newspaper… (1097-215). Learn More »

“GEN. LEWIS ARMISTEAD” JULY 3, 1863 BY RON TUNISON

“GEN. LEWIS ARMISTEAD” JULY 3, 1863 BY RON TUNISON

A limited edition cold cast bronze sculpture titled "Gen. Lewis Armistead" by Ron Tunison, ca. 1994. The piece depicts General Lewis Armistead as he led his troop of Virginians, hat on sword, as they… (977-110). Learn More »

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R.”, FEBRUARY, 1863

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R.”, FEBRUARY, 1863

Here is an original sketch completed by Richard Holland, who created outstanding sketchbooks of locations and battle scenes that he experienced while a soldier in the 9th Massachusetts Artillery. This… (955-22). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $350.00

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R.”, FEBRUARY, 1863

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R.”, FEBRUARY, 1863

Here is an original sketch completed by Richard Holland, who created outstanding sketchbooks of locations and battle scenes that he experienced while a soldier in the 9th Massachusetts Artillery. This… (955-23). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $350.00

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “SKETCH ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R. VA”

SKETCHES IN VIRGINIA BY RICHARD HOLLAND, 9TH MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY – “SKETCH ON THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA R.R. VA”

Here is an original sketch completed by Richard Holland, who created outstanding sketchbooks of locations and battle scenes that he experienced while a soldier in the 9th Massachusetts Artillery. This… (955-26). Learn More »

$400.00
Originally $450.00

1863 DATED FULL PAGE SKETCH OF A SCENE ALONG THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD BY 9TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND

1863 DATED FULL PAGE SKETCH OF A SCENE ALONG THE LOUDON & ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD BY 9TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND

Page meas. approx. 9.75 x 6.50 inches and contains a sketch of an unknown ford on a creek near the Loudon & Alexandria railroad. The view is probably drawn from the tracks looking off to one side.… (955-33). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $350.00

FRAMED PORTRAIT OF A MEMBER OF THE ANDERSON TROOP, 15th PA CAVALRY

FRAMED PORTRAIT OF A MEMBER OF THE ANDERSON TROOP, 15th PA CAVALRY

This is a period pen and ink sketch with a watercolor wash that is likely based on a crayon portrait or solar enlargement, a technique using a photograph to produce a more formal looking artist’s… (945-370). Learn More »

$950.00
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BROADSIDE – GENERAL ORDER NO. 2, SALE OF ‘INTOXICATING LIQUORS’

BROADSIDE – GENERAL ORDER NO. 2, SALE OF ‘INTOXICATING LIQUORS’

Headquarters Department of Washington, Office Provost Marshal General, Defences North of Potomac, Washington, D.C. May 29, 1865. All barrooms and places where intoxicating liquors are sold within the… (1041-59). Learn More »


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PIECE OF WOOD FROM THE ROOM IN THE WHITE HOUSE WHERE LINCOLN SIGNED THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION

“A piece of wood from the White House where President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation and usd (sic) as a private office by the Presidents since Jefferson’s time. Presented to Genl. W. J. Palmer by his friend and Comrade Col. W.M.… (945-297). Learn More »

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