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ADVERTISING CARD FOR MASSACHUSETTS BOOKSELLER WITH CARICATURE OF BENJAMIN BUTLER

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

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

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

1769 DATED INVOICE SIGNED BY MOSES HAZEN

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 »

US ARMY RECRUITING BROADSIDE DATED 1863

US ARMY RECRUITING BROADSIDE DATED 1863

Uncommon version of a United States Government Civil War recruiting poster for the year 1863. The poster measures 12.5 inches by 19.5 inches. It reads: RECRUITING SERVICE / WANTED, for the UNITED… (915-18). Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER DIARY GROUPING - PRIVATE DAVID C. THOMPSON, COMPANY “C”, NEW YORK 1ST LIGHT ARTILLERY [GETTYSBURG UNIT] / CO “A”, 101ST PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

UNION SOLDIER DIARY GROUPING - PRIVATE DAVID C. THOMPSON, COMPANY “C”, NEW YORK 1ST LIGHT ARTILLERY [GETTYSBURG UNIT] / CO “A”, 101ST PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

Consists of three standard-size pocket diaries—dated 1861, 1862, 1863—detailing Thompson’s service activities, entries running from 10/4/1861 to 12/4/1863. Inscription front eps, 1863 diary—in… (2023-2639). Learn More »

PROMOTION CERTIFICATE - CORPORAL GEORGE W. THOMPSON, CO. “K”, 21ST KENTUCKY VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

PROMOTION CERTIFICATE - CORPORAL GEORGE W. THOMPSON, CO. “K”, 21ST KENTUCKY VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

Dated January 24, 1865, Huntsville, AL. Pre-printed form/ “To all who shall see these presents, greeting:” This certificate promotes George W. Thompson to the rank of corporal in Co. “K”, 21st… (998-470). Learn More »

$65.00
Originally $95.00

CURRIER COLOR LITHOGRAPH: “MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT…GENERAL IN CHIEF, UNITED STATES ARMY.THE HERO OF CHIPPEWA, LUNDY’S LANE AND VERA CRUZ.”

CURRIER COLOR LITHOGRAPH: “MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT…GENERAL IN CHIEF, UNITED STATES ARMY.THE HERO OF CHIPPEWA, LUNDY’S LANE AND VERA CRUZ.”

Published by N. Currier, New York. Framed in plain black painted wood, 15” x 20.5, w/ wood backing and string wire. Interior lithograph, 11” x 13.25. Color Lithograph depicts Gen. Scott reviewing… (1032-157). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00

FRAMED ENGRAVING “LIEUT. THOMAS J. JACKSON AND HIS FAMILY / (“STONEWALL” JACKSON)”

FRAMED ENGRAVING “LIEUT. THOMAS J. JACKSON AND HIS FAMILY / (“STONEWALL” JACKSON)”

“Proof” engraving by William Sartain. Published by Bradley & Co. Publishers, Phila, 1866. Framed in brown wooden frame, 31.75 x 26”, with interior gilt trim, w/ black paper backing &… (1032-169). Learn More »

$1,600.00
Originally $2,000.00

SONGSHEET - "SONGS & BALLADS SUNG BY MISS CATHARINE HAYES"

SONGSHEET - "SONGS & BALLADS SUNG BY MISS CATHARINE HAYES"

Song sheet shows a filigree design on the cover behind the title and a list of songs. It was published by Russell & Tolmann of Boston. Inside is the music and words to the song, "THE CHILD OF THE… (1054-846). Learn More »

$14.00
Originally $20.00

MEXICAN WAR COLORED LITHOGRAPH - “MONTEREY, FROM INDEPENDENCE HILL, IN THE REAR OF BISHOP’S PALACE.”

MEXICAN WAR COLORED LITHOGRAPH - “MONTEREY, FROM INDEPENDENCE HILL, IN THE REAR OF BISHOP’S PALACE.”

By D.F. Whiting. Published by G. & W. Endicott, New York, 1847. Framed in black painted wood, 20.5” 17.5, w/wood backing and hang-wire. Lithograph depicts Gen. Winfield Scott’s position at… (1032-160). Learn More »

$280.00
Originally $350.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, OCTOBER 22, 1864 - GENERAL BUTLER

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, OCTOBER 22, 1864 - GENERAL BUTLER

Vol. VIII—No. 408. 16 pp [673-688], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features a dramatic full-page illustration by William Waud: “Major-General Butler… (557-46). Learn More »

PRE-WAR BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE – R ICHMOND/NEW YORK , w/COVER

PRE-WAR BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE – RICHMOND/NEW YORK , w/COVER

Dated “Richmond 4th September 1860.” Cover address: ”WRW Cameron / New York. Addressed to “WRW Cameron Dear Sir” One page in ink on light-blue lined stationery, 7.5” x 10.  Exhibits… (1054-2258). Learn More »

$45.00
Originally $65.00

LETTER ENVELOPE FROM CAMP DENNISON

LETTER ENVELOPE FROM CAMP DENNISON

This is the envelope only (no letter) with U.S.  postage. One pink, 3 cent, George Washington postage stamp is attached at the upper right corner. The stamp has a bullseye cancelation over the stamp… (224-326). Learn More »

$55.00
Originally $75.00

PENCIL DRAWING OF A SIEGE GUN POSSIBLY IN CHARLESTON HARBOR

PENCIL DRAWING OF A SIEGE GUN POSSIBLY IN CHARLESTON HARBOR

This pencil drawing shows a large Parrot gun propped up in a timber frame to fire at a high angle. Sandbags are piled about, but the frame is more for displaying the tube at fighting angle than… (1054-839). Learn More »

$95.00
Originally $135.00

PEN AND INK DRAWING - THE ELEMENTS OF A SIEGE

PEN AND INK DRAWING - THE ELEMENTS OF A SIEGE

A nice pen and ink drawing of the elements of Civil War siege works. A shovel is shown leaning against two gabions (wicker baskets to be filled with dirt to quickly erect breastworks.) Others on… (1054-838). Learn More »

$87.50
Originally $125.00

BROADSIDE AND MAP OF CAPTAIN JASON T LONG 8TH ANNUAL TOUR OF GETTYSBURG

BROADSIDE AND MAP OF CAPTAIN JASON T LONG 8TH ANNUAL TOUR OF GETTYSBURG

Broadside endorsing Captain Jason T. Long’s annual tour of the Gettysburg battlefield.  Captain Long followed the tradition of veterans serving as the earliest battlefield guides.  He served with… (453-55). Learn More »

LOT OF DOCUMENTS RELATED TO GETTYSBURG’S FAHNESTOCK & BROS.

LOT OF DOCUMENTS RELATED TO GETTYSBURG’S FAHNESTOCK & BROS.

Nine piece grouping of FAHNESTOCK & BROS. commercial documents, all pre-battle, five dating from October 1861, four from April/May 1862. Located at the corner of Baltimore and Middle St., the… (224-248). Learn More »

$315.00
Originally $420.00

FANTASTIC FRAMED DRAWING OF THE BATTLE OF DRAINSVILLE DONE BY GETTYSBURG CARTOGRAPHER EMMOR B. COPE

FANTASTIC FRAMED DRAWING OF THE BATTLE OF DRAINSVILLE DONE BY GETTYSBURG CARTOGRAPHER EMMOR B. COPE

This wonderful and detailed drawing shows the meeting engagement on December 20, 1861 between a brigade of Pennsylvania Reserve regiments under Brig. Gen. E. O. C. Ord and a mixed Confederate force… (1054-2733). Learn More »

$3,150.00
Originally $4,500.00

SIGNED COMMISSION FOR 2ND LT. JOHN T. ENSMINGER, 127TH PENNSYLVANIA

SIGNED COMMISSION FOR 2ND LT. JOHN T. ENSMINGER, 127TH PENNSYLVANIA

Signed commission of John T. Ensminger to 2nd Lieutenant for the 127th Pennsylvania Infantry Company A on July 25, 1862.  Ensminger initially enlisted into the Federal army on May 2 ,1861 from… (981-114). Learn More »


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VERY SCARCE CONFEDERATE SWORD BELT WITH VIRGINIA BUCKLE

This buff leather, Model-1851 sword belt comes complete with sword hangers (one detached but present), all brass hardware, and a very fine Virginia State Seal belt plate. No shoulder strap present. The belt is of buff leather and shows honest use.… (1268-357). Learn More »

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