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UNION SOLDIER LETTER WITH COVER - PRIVATE ASA JENNINGS, 17TH MAINE

UNION SOLDIER LETTER WITH COVER - PRIVATE ASA JENNINGS, 17TH MAINE

Addressed to “My Dear Son.” [also named Asa, 1851-1922]. Dated “Camp Bullock Near Brandy / Station, Jan. 31, 1864.” 4 pp. in pencil on lined paper, 5” x 7. Exhibits fold-marks, else… (2023-3046). Learn More »

$150.00

1899 PENSION DOCUMENT – JOSEPH SCOTT, 75TH NEW YORK INFANTRY

1899 PENSION DOCUMENT – JOSEPH SCOTT, 75TH NEW YORK INFANTRY

3 1/2" x 8" portion of a pension document. Trimmed at top edge. Dated 1899, filled out in ink. Verifies that the soldier, Joseph Scott, was at that time a resident of Riverton, Michigan. Signed by… (1251-17). Learn More »

$15.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY - MAY 25, 1872

HARPER’S WEEKLY - MAY 25, 1872

Vol. XVI—No. 804. 24 pp. [401-424], 11” x 15.5, four columns, illustrations and cartoons. Front covers features an 1872 presidential election illustration by famed cartoonist Thomas Nast,… (557-40). Learn More »

$35.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY - SUPPLEMENT OCTOBER 21, 1876

HARPER’S WEEKLY - SUPPLEMENT OCTOBER 21, 1876

Vol. XX—No. 1034. 20 pp. [845-864], four columns, illustration & cartoon. Front cover features dramatic Thomas Nast cartoon depicting a ravenous wolf in the sheep pen—“The Solid… (557-33). Learn More »

$35.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY—NOVEMBER 22, 1862 [McClellan Relieved of Command!]

HARPER’S WEEKLY—NOVEMBER 22, 1862 [McClellan Relieved of Command!]

Vol. VI—No. 308. 16 pp. [737-752], 15.5” x 11, four columns, illustrations and cartoons. Front features full page illustration of “Hon. Horatio Seymour, Governor Elect of the State of New… (557-30). Learn More »

$45.00

1780 REVOLUTIONARY WAR SATIRICAL “MACARONI” PRINT OF NEW MADE BRITISH OFFICERS BY MARY AND MATTHEW DARLY

1780 REVOLUTIONARY WAR SATIRICAL “MACARONI” PRINT OF NEW MADE BRITISH OFFICERS BY MARY AND MATTHEW DARLY

The Darlys were a rare husband and wife team of caricaturists and print-sellers, among their other substantial artistic endeavors and were part of the great trade in satirical prints on political and… (2024-350). Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $375.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 25, 1865 - 5th CORPS/REBEL PRISONS

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 25, 1865 - 5th CORPS/REBEL PRISONS

Vol. IX—No. 426. 16 pp. [113-128], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features a story lead—“The Opening of the Spring Campaign” in the territory… (557-72). Learn More »

$45.00

UNION SOLDIER LETTER [1863 MINE RUN CAMPAIGN] - CORPORAL JAMES BLAKE, 22ND MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY; WOUNDED IN ACTION AT LAUREL HILL, VA, 5/10/1864

UNION SOLDIER LETTER [1863 MINE RUN CAMPAIGN] - CORPORAL JAMES BLAKE, 22ND MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY; WOUNDED IN ACTION AT LAUREL HILL, VA, 5/10/1864

Dated “On Picket…Dec. 8, 1863.” Addressed to “Friend.” 4 pp. in pencil on lined paper, 5” x  8.  Exhibits fold-marks, chipping lower rear corner, while remaining entirely legible. James… (160-179). Learn More »

$195.00

2ND MARYLAND HORSE ARTILLERY (CSA)--“SPECIAL REQUISTION—No. 40”

2ND MARYLAND HORSE ARTILLERY (CSA)--“SPECIAL REQUISTION—No. 40”

Dated “14 Nov 1864.” Submitted and signed by Lieut. John McNulty  for supplies for the 2nd Maryland Horse Artillery.  Approved and Signed by Major General Lunsford Lomax  (“L.L. Lomax / Maj… (2024-1137). Learn More »

$550.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, APRIL 8, 1865 – SHERMAN’S MARCH THROUGH THE CAROLINAS

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, APRIL 8, 1865 – SHERMAN’S MARCH THROUGH THE CAROLINAS

Front cover features a lead story titled “The Weight of the Federal Armies”, [bearing down on Richmond]. Also includes   illustrations depicting the “Raising of the stars and stripes over… (1251-47). Learn More »

$45.00
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WWI CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION - CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASS., IN HONOR OF FRANK L. HILLER

WWI CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION - CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASS., IN HONOR OF FRANK L. HILLER

Dated 1918. Beige certificate measuring 14 x 11”, with colored side pillars topped by a flag-backed soldier/sailor/airman/nurse vignette. Resolution by City of Somerville in appreciation of … (1251-45). Learn More »

$20.00

FORAGE OF THE ARMY - U.S. PAYMASTER FORM, , DATED BOSTON 8/20/1818

FORAGE OF THE ARMY - U.S. PAYMASTER FORM, , DATED BOSTON 8/20/1818

Pre-printed form, 1pp., measuring 16 x 10". Text heading: " The United States in Account current with Charles B. Tallmadge, Paymaster of the United States Light Artillery, of the Army of the United… (1251-46). Learn More »

$50.00

FREE FRANKED COVER HANDWRITTEN BY BEN BUTLER

FREE FRANKED COVER HANDWRITTEN BY BEN BUTLER

Letter envelope with "free franked" postage by Butler's signature. Empty letter envelope addressed to someone in Maine. The right to send mail free of postage is commonly referred to as a "free… (490-6450). Learn More »

$50.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, APRIL 22, 1865 – SHERIDAN AT FIVE FORKS

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, APRIL 22, 1865 – SHERIDAN AT FIVE FORKS

Vol. IX—No. 434. 16 pp. [241-256], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features a lead story—“The Final Victory”—accompanied by two action… (557-68). Learn More »

$125.00
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HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, AUGUST 6, 1864 - ATLANTA CAMPAIGN/SIEGE OF PETERSBURG

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, AUGUST 6, 1864 - ATLANTA CAMPAIGN/SIEGE OF PETERSBURG

Vol. VIII—No. 397. 16 pp. [497-512], with four columns, numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features a poignant poem, and an illustration of “The Mower in… (557-69). Learn More »

$45.00
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“ADVANCE THE STANDARD” BY RON TUNISON

“ADVANCE THE STANDARD” BY RON TUNISON

Available is a cold cast bronze sculpture titled "Advance the Colors Standard" by Ron Tunison, dated 1990. Numbered 212 of 350. It is on a hardwood base with a gold title plate. It stands… (2023-2755). Learn More »

$795.00

THE MAGNOLIA WEEKLY—A HOME JOURNAL OF LITERATURE & GENERAL NEWS

THE MAGNOLIA WEEKLY—A HOME JOURNAL OF LITERATURE & GENERAL NEWS

Dated Richmond, VA., April 30, 1864. Vol 11-No. 31. 8pp., 11.5”  x 16, four columns. Inked name on front cover right margin—“Miss Sara Hooper.”  Exhibits fold marks, light fading &… (1179-1837). Learn More »

$65.00

SELECTION OF SONG SHEETS

Below is listed a selection of Civil War song sheets.  Click on the links to see photos of each. Please provide item #’s when placing your order.         ITEM#                      … (1179-). Learn More »

$0.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, JULY 11, 1863 — GENERAL MEADE, THE INVASION OF THE NORTH TO GETTYSBURG / SIEGES OF VICKSBURG AND PORT HUDSON

HARPER’S WEEKLY, JULY 11, 1863 — GENERAL MEADE, THE INVASION OF THE NORTH TO GETTYSBURG / SIEGES OF VICKSBURG AND PORT HUDSON

Vol. VII—No. 341. 16 pp. [433-448], four columns, w/numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front page features a full portrait of “Major-General George G. Meade, The New Commander of the… (1179-1824). Learn More »

$150.00

WASHINGTON MONUMENT MADE OF MACERATED GREENBACKS

WASHINGTON MONUMENT MADE OF MACERATED GREENBACKS

Souvenirs molded from macerated U.S. currency were popular among tourists in Washington, D.C., from about 1875 into the 1920s. This is a miniature Washington Monument showing lots of tiny flecks of… (1202-145). Learn More »

$150.00

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REMARKABLE SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEORGE WILLIAM GORDON (1801-1877), US CONSUL TO BRAZIL (1840-46) AND SLAVE TRADE OPPONENT

A remarkable sword manufactured by W.H. Horstmann & Co., New York after the Model 1834 US Revenue Cutter/Marine sword. Neatly engraved on the reverse folding guard, “Geo. Wm. Gordon / United States Consul”. Born on February 8, 1801 in Exeter,… (870-60). Learn More »

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