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1/9 PLATE AMBROTYPE – JOHN FERNALD – 17th NEW HAMPSHIRE, 2nd NEW HAMPSHIRE

1/9 PLATE AMBROTYPE – JOHN FERNALD – 17th NEW HAMPSHIRE, 2nd NEW HAMPSHIRE

John Fernald was a resident of Portsmouth when he enlisted on 9/30/1862 as a Private.  He mustered into Company B of the 17th New Hampshire on 11/13/1862. He transferred out on 4/16/1863 and into… (2025-424). Learn More »

REMARKABLE 1864 CIVIL WAR DIARY AND POEM – PRIVATE EDGAR BURT, 77th NEW YORK

REMARKABLE 1864 CIVIL WAR DIARY AND POEM – PRIVATE EDGAR BURT, 77th NEW YORK

This commercial diary by Philp and Solomons of Washington, D.C., features an accounting of virtually every day of 1864 from the perspective of Private Edgar Burt.  Edgar was 25 when he enlisted on… (2026-490). Learn More »

CDV "FIRST PHOTO" OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

CDV "FIRST PHOTO" OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

Carte de visite based on what is considered to be the first photographic image of the new president. It is believed to have been photographed at some point between March 1, 1861 and the end of June… (1189-142). Learn More »

$600.00
Originally $750.00

CDV OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

CDV OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

Small oval image (1.25" x 1.5") of Lincoln pasted on elaborately embossed cdv mount, with images of an eagle, shields, flags, and laurel wreaths. Blank back with no photographer information. Mount has… (1189-144). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $250.00
SOLD

CDV OF MARY TODD LINCOLN

CDV OF MARY TODD LINCOLN

CDV photograph of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln. This image was originally taken by Civil War photographer Matthew Brady in 1862. The image features lesser quality and is a copy-shot or “pirate… (1189-145). Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $150.00
ON HOLD

DOUBLE ID’D BUST VIEW OF 7TH MASSACHUSETTS LIEUTENANT WHO ROSE THROUGH THE RANKS

DOUBLE ID’D BUST VIEW OF 7TH MASSACHUSETTS LIEUTENANT WHO ROSE THROUGH THE RANKS

CDV is a chest-up view of Luke B. Noyes, Jr. in a dark frock coat with high collar and 2nd lieutenant shoulder straps. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Mount has clipped corners other wise the… (855-105). Learn More »

$140.00
Originally $175.00
SOLD

CDV THREE-QUARTER SEATED VIEW OF 1ST NEW HAMPSHIRE HEAVY ARTILLERY PRIVATE, GEORGE W. WEEKS

CDV THREE-QUARTER SEATED VIEW OF 1ST NEW HAMPSHIRE HEAVY ARTILLERY PRIVATE, GEORGE W. WEEKS

CDV shows Private George W. Weeks seated with one arm resting on a table and holding his forage cap in his lap. He wears a dark frock coat with anchors and turnbuckles on the shoulders, but no… (855-103). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL ROGER A. PRYOR BY ANTHONY

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL ROGER A. PRYOR BY ANTHONY

CDV is of Pryor wearing a dark civilian suit and posed in a partial left profile. Clarity is good but the contrast is a bit grainy.  Mount and paper have very light surface dirt from age. Reverse has… (855-98). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $200.00

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL STERLING PRICE

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL STERLING PRICE

Period lithograph of General Sterling Price in the uniform of a Confederate general. Clarity is good but the contrast is just a bit light near the top of the General’s head. Mount and paper are… (855-97). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $135.00

IDENTIFIED SAXHORN, CDV, MUSIC BOOK, AND DANCE CARD: SAMUEL PRESCOTT 1st MASS HEAVY ARTILLERY BAND

IDENTIFIED SAXHORN, CDV, MUSIC BOOK, AND DANCE CARD: SAMUEL PRESCOTT 1st MASS HEAVY ARTILLERY BAND

A great looking identified grouping from a member of the 1st Battalion Massachusetts Heavy Artillery band, the post band at Fort Warren in Boston Harbor. The group consists of the soldier’s… (1268-176). Learn More »

$9,500.00
ON HOLD

US MODEL 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S PRESENTATION SWORD, PRESENTED TO CAPT. MARTIN KELLOGG COOK, AIDE-DE-CAMP TO MAJ. GEN. STEPHEN A. HURLBUT, JULY 1863

US MODEL 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S PRESENTATION SWORD, PRESENTED TO CAPT. MARTIN KELLOGG COOK, AIDE-DE-CAMP TO MAJ. GEN. STEPHEN A. HURLBUT, JULY 1863

This is an exceptional and fully documented Civil War presentation sword of the highest historical significance — a named, inscribed officer's sword with an unbroken chain of provenance linking it… (1323-01). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE OFFICER'S SWORD MADE BY LOUIS BISSONET; THE OWNER OVERSAW THE FIRING OF THE FIRST SHOT OF THE CIVIL WAR

CONFEDERATE OFFICER'S SWORD MADE BY LOUIS BISSONET; THE OWNER OVERSAW THE FIRING OF THE FIRST SHOT OF THE CIVIL WAR

Louis Bissonnet was born in France circa 1837. According to the 1860 Census he was living in Hardin, Texas working as a jeweler. In late 1861 or early 1862 Bissonnet established himself in Mobile,… (870-685). Learn More »

$37,500.00
ON HOLD

CDV THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL BANKS

CDV THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL BANKS

CDV image is of Banks posed standing with one hand resting on his waistbelt and the other by his side. The General wears a dark bicorn and a dark double-breasted frock coat. At his waist he wears a… (855-91). Learn More »

$65.00
Originally $85.00

BUST VIEW CDV ATTRIBUTED TO 2ND NEW YORK HEAVY ARTILLERY SOLDIER

BUST VIEW CDV ATTRIBUTED TO 2ND NEW YORK HEAVY ARTILLERY SOLDIER

Image shows a mustached soldier wearing a dark frock coat with a small stripped bowtie. Image contrast is good. Paper and mount have light surface dirt. Lower left corner of paper slightly separated… (855-71). Learn More »

$80.00
Originally $100.00
SOLD

BUST VIEW CDV OF NEW YORK OFFICER

BUST VIEW CDV OF NEW YORK OFFICER

Nice bust view of a middle aged man in a double-breasted frock coat. Image is clear and clean with good contrast. Reverse has a photographers imprint for D. FREDERICKS & CO. of New York and Paris.… (855-32). Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $135.00

CDV "FIRST PHOTO" OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

CDV "FIRST PHOTO" OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN

Carte de visite based on what is considered to be the first photographic image of the new president. It is believed to have been photographed at some point between March 1, 1861 and the end of June… (1189-141). Learn More »

$650.00
Originally $850.00

UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF ROBERT E. LEE

UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF ROBERT E. LEE

This unmounted silver print measures approximately 5.5 inches in length and 4 inches wide. This photograph is a lesser-known photograph type called a silver print, where silver halide is suspended in… (1189-190). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $275.00
SOLD

CABINET CARD IMAGE OF MAJOR THEOPHILUS HOLMES

CABINET CARD IMAGE OF MAJOR THEOPHILUS HOLMES

This is a 4.25” x 6.5” cabinet card photograph of Holmes in his Federal Major’s uniform. In this chest-up view, he is wearing a double-breasted officer’s frock with Major’s shoulder straps.… (1189-132). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $175.00

CDV OF C.S. CAPTAIN WILLIAM WHITEHOUSE OLD, RICHMOND BACKMARK

CDV OF C.S. CAPTAIN WILLIAM WHITEHOUSE OLD, RICHMOND BACKMARK

Seated studio view of Old in uniform. He is wearing a rather plain uniform; what appears to be a 4-button frock and trousers with a stripe down the leg. He holds a hat in his lap. Mount has had the… (1138-1163). Learn More »

$835.00
Originally $1,250.00

CDV OF C.S. MAJOR J.B. MOORE, QUARTERMASTER

CDV OF C.S. MAJOR J.B. MOORE, QUARTERMASTER

Waist-up view of Moore in uniform. He is wearing a double-breasted frock coat with single star on collar (major). Period pencil identification is on back, “Major ___ Blue Moore. Mr. R.C.… (1138-1159). Learn More »

$635.00
Originally $950.00


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A CONFEDERATE SURGEON'S GREATCOAT, SASH AND SHIRT

Dr. J. P. Rasser was contracted by the Confederacy and among his duties in Georgia was the examination of Conscripts for the Army. THE OVERCOAT or army great coat is certainly "Homespun" that is a woven woolen fabric originally made from homespun… (1268-706). Learn More »

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