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U.C.V. HAT OF MACERATED U.S. CURRENCY
This miniature brimmed hat was made in a two-part mold from macerated U.S. currency, a genre of tourist souvenir popular in Washington, D.C., from about 1875 into the 1920s. The hat still shows some… (1202-142). Learn More »
MACERATED GREENBACKS BUST OF U.S. GRANT
Souvenirs molded from macerated U.S. currency were popular tourist souvenirs in Washington, D.C., from about 1875 into the 1920s. This is a small portrait bust of President Grant still showing some… (1202-136). Learn More »
SMALL FRAMED HANDRAWN LINCOLN SILHOUETTE
A blank ink silhouette of Mr. Lincoln is framed in an oval by small ink drawn hash marks on what looks like parchment paper. The wooden black and gilt frame measures approximately 4.75 inches by 3.75… (490-6352). Learn More »
FRAMED ETCHING: “BUTLER’S VICTIMS OF FORT ST. PHILIP” BY ADELBART VOLCK- “CONFEDERATE WAR ETCHINGS”
This is a framed etching by Adelbart Volck, from his “Confederate War Etchings,” originally published in 1863, and has a notation at bottom of the page mount: “Butler at New Orleans,” though… (490-6205). Learn More »
MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN F. BUTLER—PENCIL SKETCH CARTOON
On yellowing paper, measuring 6.5” x 9.25. Mounted on heavy card, w/gilt trim, matted in black and cream, in heavy black wooden frame, ornately trimmed. W/white card backing, fastened with gray… (490-6354). Learn More »
GRANT LEAVES THE WILDERNESS MAY 7, 1864, BY FREDERICK RAY
Artist Frederick Ray (1920-2001) is perhaps best known for his popular comic book art that included subjects like Superman and Batman, but he had a strong interest in historical subjects, both… (141-85). Learn More »
PENNSYLVANIA CAPTAIN’S COMMISSION FOR ELI DAUGHTERY - CO. K, 210TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY
Dated Harrisburg, PA, 7 November 1864. Pre-printed state commission document, 16” x 13, w/ state seal, signed by Eli Slifer, Secretary of the Commonwealth. Double matted in gray & black,… (2024-221). Learn More »
MUSTER ROLL OF CAPTAIN SPEAR’S COMPANY, 23RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY (3 MONTH REGIMENT)
Standard Government muster roll, 33” x 20. Lists 64 names. Signed Captain Hiram K. Spears, June 30th 1861, Camp near Downsville, MD. Exhibits wear and chipping near extremities. Old tape repairs… (1154-32). Learn More »
HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, NOVEMBER 7, 1863 – BRISTOE STATION/ ARMY OF THE CUMBERLAND
Vol. VII—No. 358. 16 pp. [705-720], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and stories. Front cover features dramatic depiction of “The Army of the Cumberland—A Troop Train Passing… (557-65). Learn More »
$22.50
Originally $45.00
HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, MARCH 25, 1865 – TREASURY SECRETARY McCULLOUGH/ GEN. SHERIDAN
Vol. IX----No. 430. 16 pp. [177-192], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features portrait illustration of “Hon. Hugh McCullough, Secretary of the… (557-63). Learn More »
$22.50
Originally $45.00
RICHMOND DAILY EXAMINER—MARCH 1, 1865
2pp., 17” x 23., 6 columns. Exhibits fold-marks, light chipping at the extremities. Else VG. Contains new from the Confederate States Congress and the Virginia House of Representatives as well as… (766-1800). Learn More »
$100.00
Originally $200.00
RARE MEXICAN WAR NEWSPAPER “THE WEEKLY HERALD” FOR JULY 31, 1847
Newspaper is a complete issue of the New York Weekly Herald for July 31, 1847 featuring a half page drawing of Castle Perote in Mexico. The drawing of the fort is very detailed showing all the gun… (772-37). Learn More »
$37.50
Originally $75.00
ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE, VA.- DECEMBER 30, 1862
Volume LXIII/ Number 319. Four pages, 12.25 x 9”, three columns. Exhibits light chipping and soiling at the extremities. Else VG and entirely legible. Printed daily, the Alexandria Gazette… (959-14). Learn More »
$32.50
Originally $65.00
ADVERTISING CARD FOR MASSACHUSETTS BOOKSELLER WITH CARICATURE OF BENJAMIN BUTLER
Card meas. 2.75 x 4.25 inches and reads “EZRA E. ADAMS, SUBSCRIPTION BOOKS, PAPERS, NOVELTIES, & C. CHARLESTOWN, MASS.” At bottom is a caricature of Ben Butler as a baby wearing a baby’s… (490-6181). Learn More »
THE CHRISTIAN BANNER - FREDERICKSBURG, VA, JULY 14, 1862
Vol. 1, [Number 13]. 4 pp., 18” x 13.25, six columns. Exhibits fold-marks, chipping round the margins, and light water staining. Else VG, and entirely legible. The paper began publication in 1848… (1000-2838). Learn More »
$100.00
Originally $125.00
1866 ROGERS GROUP: TAKING THE OATH AND DRAWING RATIONS
John Rogers (1829-1904) produced a number of monumental sculptures on commission, but is best known for his series of some 85 “Rogers Groups.” Produced from 1859 to 1902 and supplied in plaster… (M26078). Learn More »
$750.00
Originally $975.00
SELECTION OF SIGNATURES - UNION MAJOR GENERALS; REDUCED PRICES
The following signatures are all on signature cards and are not clipped from documents. Each card is pasted to a sheet from an autograph album. The cards generally measure 3” x 1.75”. These… (215-). Learn More »
1769 DATED INVOICE SIGNED BY MOSES HAZEN
This is a folded invoice written in ink; readable except for understanding abbreviations. Paper slip measures 12.5" x 4.5". First entry is dated 1768 regarding "Dobie & Frobisher" with a final… (2023-3048). Learn More »
REDUCED PRICES: SELECTION OF SIGNATURES - UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVES
The following signatures are all on signature cards and are not clipped from documents. Each card is pasted to a sheet from an autograph album. The cards generally measure 3” x 1.75”. These… (215-). Learn More »
SELECTION OF SIGNATURES - UNITED STATES SENATORS; REDUCED PRICES
The following signatures are all on signature cards and are not clipped from documents. Each card is pasted to a sheet from an autograph album. The cards generally measure 3” x 1.75”. These… (215-). Learn More »
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THE NORFOLK LIGHT ARTILLERY BLUES! IMPRESSIVE HALF PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE BY WHITEHURST IN A WONDERFUL WHITEHURST CASE
This image is not only mounted with a Whitehurst marked mat, but has a full thermoplastic figural case with a purple velvet facing pad embossed with a large eagle flourishing a ribbon reading “J.H. Whitehurst” and holding a shield or plaque with… (1138-1799). Learn More »
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