Military Accoutrements

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RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR CHANCELLORSVILLE, VA

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR CHANCELLORSVILLE, VA

A Model 1839 cartridge box plate with central “US”. Plate shows great green patina. There is a slight reverse curl of the edge and several freeze cracks, but no severe damage. Reverse has 100% of… (1235-71). Learn More »

RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE

RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE

This US shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face is smooth and retains fine detail. Even… (1235-70). Learn More »

M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: ANTIETAM; O.T. REILLY COLLECTION

M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: ANTIETAM; O.T. REILLY COLLECTION

A nice example of the regulation US Model 1851 sword belt plate. This is an early version of the enlisted sword belt plate issued to cavalry, mounted artillery, infantry sergeants, and others who… (286-1301). Learn More »

NON-DUG M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: CAVALRY, MOUNTED ARTILLERY

NON-DUG M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: CAVALRY, MOUNTED ARTILLERY

A nice example of the regulation US Model 1851 sword belt plate issued to enlisted cavalrymen and mounted artillerymen carrying sabers. The overall pattern was introduced in 1851 for sword belts in… (286-1300). Learn More »

VERY RARE STATE OF OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE

VERY RARE STATE OF OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE

Circular plate very similar to the Pattern 1826 eagle cartridge box breast plate but instead of the usual eagle this plate bears the State of Ohio coat of arms. The face of the plate has a nice mellow… (490-6756). Learn More »

MARKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

MARKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

The face of the plate has a strongly stamped “US” with scattered minor scratches and dings and dents. Edges show some wear from use. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with both arrow hooks and… (2023-2363). Learn More »

$215.00
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VERY NICE TIN-SPOUT CINCINNATI DEPOT CANTEEN, INSPECTOR MARKED

VERY NICE TIN-SPOUT CINCINNATI DEPOT CANTEEN, INSPECTOR MARKED

This is a great example of a regulation Civil War canteen with full cover, strap, stopper and string cord. The cover is complete, tight, with no holes, just light wear and some dark and light stains.… (1179-619). Learn More »

HANCOCK’S VETERAN CORPS BADGE

HANCOCK’S VETERAN CORPS BADGE

Sometimes confused with the Veteran Reserve Corps, or the earlier First Army Corps in the Army of the Potomac, Hancock’s Veteran Corps (sometimes referred to as Hancock’s First Veteran Corps) was… (1179-640). Learn More »

EIGHTH CORPS BADGE

EIGHTH CORPS BADGE

Use of this badge is complicated by confusion between the 8th Corps, which technically was under Lew Wallace and guarded the B&O Railroad in 1864 and George Crook’s “Army of West Virginia,”… (1179-637). Learn More »

FIRST CORPS HEADQUARTERS BADGE

FIRST CORPS HEADQUARTERS BADGE

Circular badge with T-bar pin fastener in place on the reverse. The face is filled with red, white and blue enamel or paint in a pinwheel fashion, in good condition. The silvered frame and dividers… (1179-635). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN BY SID KERKSIS IN 1966

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN BY SID KERKSIS IN 1966

This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Kennesaw Mountain by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1480). Learn More »

$495.00
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CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX OF GEORGE WASHINGTON LITTON 29th VIRGINIA, CAPTURED AT DINWIDDIE COURTHOUSE/FIVE FORKS, DIED AS P.O.W. MAY 1865

CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX OF GEORGE WASHINGTON LITTON 29th VIRGINIA, CAPTURED AT DINWIDDIE COURTHOUSE/FIVE FORKS, DIED AS P.O.W. MAY 1865

This Confederate-made cartridge box follows the general lines of the U.S. 1857 pattern, is clearly inscribed by the Confederate soldier, is in excellent condition, must have made a wonderful war… (1179-627). Learn More »

$3,500.00
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OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED NEAR BLOODY LANE AT ANTIETAM

OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED NEAR BLOODY LANE AT ANTIETAM

This regulation M1839 oval US infantry belt plate was recovered near Bloody Lane at Antietam. The face has a medium brown patina at center mixed with grayish white along the edges, in some recesses… (490-5860). Learn More »

$300.00
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CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

Fought in September 1863, the Chickamauga made a few reputations, like that of George Thomas, and destroyed a few, like that of Rosecrans, who had successfully maneuvered Bragg out of Chattanooga, but… (490-5826). Learn More »

US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR

US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR

This regulation Model 1839 US cartridge box plate is excavated, but was carefully cleaned, giving a fairly pleasing non-excavated look to the face, but with the reverse showing an uneven surface and… (490-5824). Learn More »

$200.00
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CIVIL WAR M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED COLD HARBOR

CIVIL WAR M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED COLD HARBOR

This is the standard Union infantry enlisted man’s belt plate of the Civil War. Adopted in 1839, these plates are stamped, rolled brass with a lead solder filled back that anchors the fastening… (490-5825). Learn More »

EXCAVATED US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG

EXCAVATED US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG

This excavated Model 1839 US cartridge box plate has well defined thick-and-thin lettering and a raised outer and inner rim. The plate shows as green and brown with some grayish-white residue. There… (490-5823). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR EPAULETS: 18th MASS AND OTHERS

CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR EPAULETS: 18th MASS AND OTHERS

These green and yellow epaulets were part of the 10,000 unforms ordered in Summer 1861 by the US government from the French firm of Godillot to alleviate uniform shortages and test the usefulness of… (149-44). Learn More »

EXCELLENT REFERENCE BOOK ON REVOLUTIONARY WAR BUTTONS AND PLATES FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

EXCELLENT REFERENCE BOOK ON REVOLUTIONARY WAR BUTTONS AND PLATES FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

The title of this volume is “INSIGNIA OF INDEPENDENCE; MILITARY BUTTONS, ACCOUTREMENT PLATES, & GORGETS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION” by Don Troiani and James L. Kochan published by the Thomas… (236-879). Learn More »

$65.00
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CIVIL WAR BULLSEYE CANTEEN ALTERED FOR INDIAN OR SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR USE

CIVIL WAR BULLSEYE CANTEEN ALTERED FOR INDIAN OR SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR USE

Item is a Civil War bullseye canteen in good condition that has had a Spanish-American war cork, sling and cover attached. The body of the canteen is in excellent condition being free of dents. All… (2022-2863). Learn More »


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HIGH GRADE US M1840 MEDICAL STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD

Overall length: 38 1/4". Blade length: 30 1/2". Blade is etched over half its length with foliate, military & patriotic motifs, including a 6 1/2" panel that reads “United States Medical Staff”. Gilded brass hilt with shield languets. The… (1081-22). Learn More »

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