Military Accoutrements

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A PRE-CIVIL WAR PAINTED EAGLE DRUM

A PRE-CIVIL WAR PAINTED EAGLE DRUM

A red paper label on the interior of this drum that reads, "KLEMM & BROTHER IMPORTERS OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 275 MARKET ST. PHILADELPHIA", allows us to date the drum 1854 to 1857 inclusively. The… (2024-1209). Learn More »

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING

This is a leather shoulder sling designed for use with Civil War muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop sewn to one end and a brass hook on the other, which is mounted with brass pins under a… (2025-1937). Learn More »

1839 PATTERN U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE ON A WHITE BUFF LEATHER BELT

1839 PATTERN U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE ON A WHITE BUFF LEATHER BELT

Standard issue 1839 pattern enlistedman’s white buff leather belt with a small die stamped US buckle with a single arrow style hook. Belt retains its original white leather “belt loop” keeper… (490-7398). Learn More »

PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA CANTEEN WITH STRAP

PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA CANTEEN WITH STRAP

This smaller canteen matches pre-Civil War varieties in size and construction, holding a modest amount of water for occasional drill and light duties. All soldering remains strong, while the tin body… (2025-2039). Learn More »

EXCELLENT CONDITION SCARCE SMITH PATENT INFANTRY MAJOR STRAPS WITH A SUBTLE, ELEGANT TOUCH

EXCELLENT CONDITION SCARCE SMITH PATENT INFANTRY MAJOR STRAPS WITH A SUBTLE, ELEGANT TOUCH

Infantry field officer’s straps are scarce simply from the numbers involved: only one colonel, lieutenant-colonel and major to thirty line officers in a regiment at a time, and far less turn-over.… (410-907). Learn More »

1839 PATTERN U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE ON A WHITE BUFF LEATHER BELT

1839 PATTERN U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE ON A WHITE BUFF LEATHER BELT

Standard issue 1839 pattern enlistedman’s white buff leather belt with a typical, large US buckle. The belt is 1.75” wide and approximately 38” long. The leather shows light use, with the… (490-7405). Learn More »

VERY NICE US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH BUFF BELT

VERY NICE US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH BUFF BELT

Well-used, buff leather cavalry sword belt. The “buff” leather surfaces are now nearly smooth from wear and the soldier’s regular cleaning. The leather is strong and supple with no weak spots.… (490-7403). Learn More »

RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM GREG COCO COLLECTION

RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM GREG COCO COLLECTION

This item is an excavated U.S. cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Stamped brass face boldly displays “US” in the center. Nice mixed brown/green patina on face.… (1300-30). Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE IDENTIFIED AND CARRIED MEDICAL SADDLE BAGS

RARE CONFEDERATE IDENTIFIED AND CARRIED MEDICAL SADDLE BAGS

Medical saddle bags were carried by surgeons in the field to hold a variety of medicines for the treatment of the sick and wounded. The saddle bags were made principally of leather and designed to… (1284-05). Learn More »

$3,750.00
ON HOLD

VERY NICE US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH BUFF BELT

VERY NICE US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE WITH BUFF BELT

This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. Face shows only small dings… (302-120). Learn More »

M1858 SMOOTHSIDE US CANTEEN WITH BROWN WOOL COVER

M1858 SMOOTHSIDE US CANTEEN WITH BROWN WOOL COVER

This canteen comes to us unmarked and unstamped, but retains its original brown wool cover in complete condition and the remnants of a heavier canvas tape sling.  The wool cover shows a fair amount… (215-257). Learn More »

$225.00
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COMPLETE US REGULATION HORSE TAIL CRUPPER

COMPLETE US REGULATION HORSE TAIL CRUPPER

This is an original Civil War regulation horse tail crupper. This is the piece that attached to the back of the saddle and was designed to hold the horse tail up. This one is nice and complete, with… (2025-2036). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR ARMY REVOLVERS FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS, GETTYSBURG

CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR ARMY REVOLVERS FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS, GETTYSBURG

This is a black leather holster made for revolvers. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder and barrel. A .44 caliber “Army” model fits into this nicely. The holster… (224-808). Learn More »

MODEL 1851 NCO WAIST BELT WITH BELT PLATE

MODEL 1851 NCO WAIST BELT WITH BELT PLATE

Civil War era non-commissioned officer’s belt buckle on original bridle leather waist belt. Cast brass eagle buckle which has a one-piece applied German silver wreath and has the narrow 0.5” wide… (490-7404). Learn More »

M1851 ENLISTED MAN’S SWORD BELT - KNOX FAMILY, FREDERICKSBURG, VA

M1851 ENLISTED MAN’S SWORD BELT - KNOX FAMILY, FREDERICKSBURG, VA

This model 1851 enlisted man’s sword belt came from the collection of Civil War relics and family mementos retained by the Knox family of Fredericksburg, VA. The family was large, prosperous, and… (1262-01). Learn More »

M1858 CANTEEN WITH COVER, SLING, & STOPPER FROM G.A.R. POST 551, YORK SPRINGS

M1858 CANTEEN WITH COVER, SLING, & STOPPER FROM G.A.R. POST 551, YORK SPRINGS

This is a terrific old battlefield “pick-up” or “barn find” Civil War canteen. It is the M1858 “smooth side” canteen with pewter spout and three shoulder strap brackets. It is completely… (1202-866). Learn More »

NICE, COMPLETE LATER PATTERN US BELT

NICE, COMPLETE LATER PATTERN US BELT

This is a nice example of the pattern of belt that started to filter into widespread issuance in late 1863 among Federal enlisted soldiers.  It features an arrow back plate with a dull finish, both… (2025-2041). Learn More »

$395.00
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CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SNAP-HOOK

CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SNAP-HOOK

The steel swivel hook measures approximately 6.5” long overall and 3” wide at the top. This short style consists of two pieces: snap-hook and belt link with roller (no middle link). The snap-hook… (172-6100). Learn More »

$65.00
SOLD

RARE WHEN ON LEATHER (COMMON) CONFEDERATE "WISHBONE" BUCKLE

RARE WHEN ON LEATHER (COMMON) CONFEDERATE "WISHBONE" BUCKLE

Our Mr. Steven Roger's writes, "One of the more distinctive Confederate belt buckles is the frame pattern with a movable spit tongue sometimes called the “forked tongue” or “wishbone” pattern.… (1268-017). Learn More »

MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA DRUM CA. 1861

MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA DRUM CA. 1861

This snare drum was made by Asa and Ira J. White of Boston Massachusetts who were in business together as music dealers, publishers and instrument makers under the name "White Brothers" from late 1853… (715-39). Learn More »


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PRESENTATION AMES MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF LT. CORNELIUS BATCHELDER, 12th MASS, DATED JUNE 17, 1863, JUST TWO WEEKS BEFORE HE WAS WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG!

This sword bears a wonderful inscription to a newly commissioned officer from the men of his company, beside whom he had served as a sergeant through Antietam, Fredericksburg and other heavy fighting: Presented to / Lt. CORNELIUS BATCHELDER / 12th… (1052-1130). Learn More »

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