Documents & Paper Goods

Showing 101 to 120 out of 337


1847 CONGRESSIONAL RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS TO GEN. ZACHARY TAYLOR AND HIS OFFICERS AND MEN FOR MONTERREY, PERSONALLY DISPATCHED BY PRESIDENT POLK

1847 CONGRESSIONAL RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS TO GEN. ZACHARY TAYLOR AND HIS OFFICERS AND MEN FOR MONTERREY, PERSONALLY DISPATCHED BY PRESIDENT POLK

Zachary Taylor received the formal thanks of Congress three times, along with gold medals, for victories in the Mexican War, the largest number of such resolutions and awards made by Congress to… (766-938). Learn More »

$6,000.00
Originally $8,000.00

STONEWALL JACKSON BY NOTED FREDERICKSBURG VIRGINIA ARTIST JOHN ADAMS ELDER (1833-1895)

STONEWALL JACKSON BY NOTED FREDERICKSBURG VIRGINIA ARTIST JOHN ADAMS ELDER (1833-1895)

Dating about 1870, this portrait shows Jackson full-standing in the foreground while a mounted orderly in the right middle-ground tries to manage both his and Jackson’s horses as Confederate… (846-573). Learn More »

HANDWRITTEN COPY OF NEW YORK TIMES ARTICLE - DEATH OF 1ST LT. HENRY B. HIDDEN, 1ST NEW YORK CAVALRY

HANDWRITTEN COPY OF NEW YORK TIMES ARTICLE - DEATH OF 1ST LT. HENRY B. HIDDEN, 1ST NEW YORK CAVALRY

Henry B. Hidden was 24 years old when he enlisted on 8/5/61 at New York City as a 1st Lt. On that date he was commissioned into Co. H, 1st New York Cavalry. He was killed on 3/9/62 at Sangsten's… (526-77). Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $100.00

GROUPING OF POST-CIVIL WAR KEARNY, NEW JERSEY POST CARDS/BUTTONS

GROUPING OF POST-CIVIL WAR KEARNY, NEW JERSEY POST CARDS/BUTTONS

This item is a collection of early twentieth century postcards gathered from the town of Kearny, New Jersey which is named in honor of Major General Philip Kearny.  Although Kearny was born in New… (523-66). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $150.00

THE ROCKY HILLS OF GETTYSBURG - SHEET MUSIC

THE ROCKY HILLS OF GETTYSBURG - SHEET MUSIC

Words by Prof. T.C. Porter, Music by J.B. Kevinski. Dedicated to the officers and Soldiers of the Army of the Potomac. Published by Lee & Walker, Phila., 1864.  For Piano & Voice. 6 pp..,… (910-17). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $195.00

ANTEBELLUM ALS BY VMI PROFFESOR AND CS LT. COL. JAMES WOODS MASSIE – 51ST VIRGINIA INFANTRY; SERVED WITH STONEWALL JACKSON EARLY IN THE CIVIL WAR

ANTEBELLUM ALS BY VMI PROFFESOR AND CS LT. COL. JAMES WOODS MASSIE – 51ST VIRGINIA INFANTRY; SERVED WITH STONEWALL JACKSON EARLY IN THE CIVIL WAR

Two page letter (one sheet, front & back) on blue paper, written in ink. Dated Lexington (VA), April 4, 1853. Written by Massie to fellow VMI graduate Gen. Douglas B. Layne.  Overall very good… (846-556). Learn More »

ANDREW JACKSON BUTLER ALS [BENJAMIN F. BUTLER’S OLDER BROTHER]

ANDREW JACKSON BUTLER ALS [BENJAMIN F. BUTLER’S OLDER BROTHER]

Dated “Oct 27, 1862.” One page in ink on line paper, 7.5” x 6. Exhibits fold-marks, torn bottom margin and patches of browning. Else VG and entirely legible. Andrew Jackson Butler, 1815-1864,… (490-6611). Learn More »

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 267—ADJUTANT GENERALS OFFICE—MISSOURI GUERRILLAS.

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 267—ADJUTANT GENERALS OFFICE—MISSOURI GUERRILLAS.

Dated Washington, DC. / August 3, 1863. 11 pp., 4.75” x 7.25. In pristine condition, w/two ring holes, left margin. This order details the charges of murder brought against six citizens of Missouri,… (1179-1737). Learn More »

BENJAMIN F. BUTLER ALS

BENJAMIN F. BUTLER ALS

Dated “Boston, Jany. 29, 1861.” One page in ink on lined paper, 7.75” x 9.25. Exhibits fold-marks, else VG plus and entirely legible. Ben Butler was one of the more colorful and controversial… (490-6534). Learn More »

SCARCE LINCOLN UNION BALL LADIES’ TICKET

SCARCE LINCOLN UNION BALL LADIES’ TICKET

At the head of Lincoln’s first inauguration, a large, invitation-only celebration was organized and dubbed the “Lincoln Union Ball” – a deliberate contrast to the growing secession crisis. … (1202-273). Learn More »

RETURN OF MEN JOINED COMPANY "K" / 29TH MASS. INFY VET. VOLS. / 2ND QTR 1864--CAPT. JOHN M. DEANE COMDG

RETURN OF MEN JOINED COMPANY "K" / 29TH MASS. INFY VET. VOLS. / 2ND QTR 1864--CAPT. JOHN M. DEANE COMDG

Dated "Poplar Grove Church, VA. October 13 1864." Pre-printed form. 2 pp., 19" x 12. Exhibits fold-marks, else Fine. List four soldiers: John H. Harbourne, Nicola Maurizio, Thos. N. Clarke, Geo.… (1041-452). Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER FAMILY DEATH NOTICE: PRIVATE GEORGE P. MCQUAID, 25TH ILLINOIS INFANTRY - MORTALLY WOUNDED IN ACTION AT STONES RIVER, TN, 12/31/1863

UNION SOLDIER FAMILY DEATH NOTICE: PRIVATE GEORGE P. MCQUAID, 25TH ILLINOIS INFANTRY - MORTALLY WOUNDED IN ACTION AT STONES RIVER, TN, 12/31/1863

Dated “General Hospital #20 / Louisville, KY, March 25th, 1863.” Addressed to “John McQuaid.” One page in ink on unlined paper, 9.75” x 7.25. Exhibits fold-marks, else VG & entirely… (1179-1733). Learn More »

$150.00
ON HOLD

UNION SOLDIER LETTER—1ST LIEUTENANT FRANK W. DAVIS, CO. “E”, 58TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

UNION SOLDIER LETTER—1ST LIEUTENANT FRANK W. DAVIS, CO. “E”, 58TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

Dated “Chaffin’s Farm / Oct. 16, 1862.” Addressed to “Friend Sylvester.” 4 pp. in ink on lined paper, 5” x 8. Exhibit fold-marks, else VG and entirely legible. Frank W. Davis enlisted and… (1179-1706). Learn More »

SMALL LINCOLN MOURNING BROADSIDE – THE NATION IS WEEPING

SMALL LINCOLN MOURNING BROADSIDE – THE NATION IS WEEPING

Measuring 5” x 8”, this small broadside features a depiction of Lincoln’s funeral procession as it made its way through New York City. Below are the words to the song “The Nation is Weeping”… (1179-1761). Learn More »

$95.00
ON HOLD

LETTER SIGNED BY N.P. BANKS WHILE IN HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

LETTER SIGNED BY N.P. BANKS WHILE IN HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

This is a letter written in ink by an aide or secretary and then signed by Banks. Letter is clean with completely readable handwriting. Framed with cdv engraving of Banks in uniform. Letter is 7.75”… (1179-1391). Learn More »

FRAMED PLAN OF WASHINGTON ARSENAL

FRAMED PLAN OF WASHINGTON ARSENAL

This is an original engraving which details the layout of the Washington Arsenal. This measures 9” x 11.5” and is in a modern brass toned frame. It appears that it was a fold-out taken from a… (236-1012). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE BROADSIDE: FEBRUARY 28, 1865 - THE ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA NEEDS ANIMALS!

CONFEDERATE BROADSIDE: FEBRUARY 28, 1865 - THE ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA NEEDS ANIMALS!

An original broadside from the Confederate Office of Field Transportation in Charlottesville notifying residents of Augusta and Albemarle counties of an impressment to supply the Army of Northern… (1266-200). Learn More »

$2,500.00
ON HOLD

FRANK LESLIE’S ILLUSTRATED—AUGUST 30, 1862

FRANK LESLIE’S ILLUSTRATED—AUGUST 30, 1862

No. 361-Vo. 364.  16 pp., [353-368], three columns, plus illustrations & cartoons. Exhibits slight stain the length of left front margin, rear page detached. Else VG and entirely legible. Front… (1251-52). Learn More »

PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN MOURNING COVER / ENVELOPE

PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN MOURNING COVER / ENVELOPE

Unused postal envelope produced by “J. Magee, 316 Chestnut St., Phila” as printed on the reverse.  Measures 5 ½” x 3”.  Printed on the front at top in black lettering is, “We Mourn a… (1179-1759). Learn More »

$60.00
ON HOLD

THE KANAWHA VALLEY CAMPAIGN OF 1862!

THE KANAWHA VALLEY CAMPAIGN OF 1862!

The Kanawha Valley Campaign of 1862 was a Confederate effort to regain control of western Virginia region and its resources, primarily its salt mines, but also Union supply depots and possibly gain… (1266-199). Learn More »


Showing 101 to 120 out of 337

featured item

NON-REGULATION SILVER GRIPPED PRESENTATION SWORD BY SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM - LT. JAMES MOFFAT, 16TH NEW YORK CAVALRY

This presentation sword has very impressive deeply cast and chased mounts and silver gripped hilt. Schuyler, Hartley and Graham assembled and sold a wide variety of swords that were often highly embellished and upgraded from regulation patterns, to… (870-653). Learn More »

Upcoming Events

05
Jul
Instagram