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A RARE SURVIVOR - CA. 1825-1840 US MILITIA SHAKO PLATE WITH ITS ORIGINAL PLUME

A RARE SURVIVOR - CA. 1825-1840 US MILITIA SHAKO PLATE WITH ITS ORIGINAL PLUME

This US militia hat plate still has its original black feather plume and measures an impressive 25” tall overall. Made of die-struck brass, the cap plate itself measures 4-1/2” tall and 3-1/4”… (1273-110). Learn More »

THREE-DRAW COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS

THREE-DRAW COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS

This antique optical instrument from the mid-19th century is a very appealing, three-draw collapsible telescope/spyglass in very good condition. Made of brass, this device is constructed with three… (179-1300). Learn More »

$155.00
ON HOLD

US VOLUNTEER MILITIA HAT PLATE CA.1825-1840

US VOLUNTEER MILITIA HAT PLATE CA.1825-1840

Measuring 4-3/4” tall and 3-1/2” wide, this die-struck brass or copper plate has uniform “ deep olive green patina with the exception of two or three minute rubs on highpoints near the top edge… (1273-114). Learn More »

SHIELD SHAPED US VOLUNTEER MILITIA CAP PLATE CA. 1820-1835

SHIELD SHAPED US VOLUNTEER MILITIA CAP PLATE CA. 1820-1835

A die-struck brass shako plate 5-1/4 x 3-13/16 in. Pierced with small holes at upper corners and lower point for attachment to the shako by sewing or wire. On the reverse a 1-5/8 in. brass tube plume… (1273-112). Learn More »

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX BY C.S. STORMS

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX BY C.S. STORMS

Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in good, solid condition. The outer flap was cut for a “US” box plate to be mounted in the center; it was removed and there is no plate included. The latch-tab is… (1273-76). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER AND STRAP

CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER AND STRAP

This is one of two nearly identical Confederate canteens with original covers and straps that we acquired. CS canteens of this style were patterned after the simple, flat sided tin canteens often used… (1273-97). Learn More »

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX BY CONDICT

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX BY CONDICT

Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in good, solid condition. The outer flap was cut for a “US” box plate to be mounted in the center; it was removed and there is no plate included. The latch-tab is… (1273-73). Learn More »

CRESCENT-SHAPED US VOLUNTEER MILITIA HAT PLATE 1825-1845

CRESCENT-SHAPED US VOLUNTEER MILITIA HAT PLATE 1825-1845

Crescent-shaped die-struck silvered copper hat plate measuring 4-1/4” wide and 4-1/4” tall, featuring a US 1821 pattern spread-winged eagle with shield, arrows and olive branch facing the heraldic… (1273-115). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE OR MILITIA TIN DRUM CANTEEN

CONFEDERATE OR MILITIA TIN DRUM CANTEEN

This tinned-iron, flat sided drum canteen is Confederate or militia, or perhaps both. It is simply made with round, flat sides crimped over around the edge and soldered to a single tinned iron band,… (1273-99). Learn More »

KRAG-JORGENSEN RIFLE SLING

KRAG-JORGENSEN RIFLE SLING

Here is an original leather shoulder sling for a Krag–Jørgensen rifle. Smooth brown leather in good condition. Measures approximately 63” long. Complete with two-prong brass hook on one end,… (172-5940). Learn More »

GREAT LOOKING GILT BRASS US MILITIA BELT PLATE AND ARTILLERY BUTTON ON PLAQUE

GREAT LOOKING GILT BRASS US MILITIA BELT PLATE AND ARTILLERY BUTTON ON PLAQUE

This belt plate and button have been mounted for display on a shield-shaped wood plaque measuring about 6-1/4” wide and 8” tall at largest. The tongue and belt loop are intact on the reverse of… (1273-116). Learn More »

ELEGANT 1825-1835 SILVER-ON-COPPER US MILITIA CAP PLATE

ELEGANT 1825-1835 SILVER-ON-COPPER US MILITIA CAP PLATE

For a very good parallel see O’Donnell & Campbell Fig. 625. Measuring 4-1/2 X 3-1/4 in., this plate is die-struck silver on copper, fitted on the reverse with two loops for attachment to a cap.… (1273-113). Learn More »

$695.00
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RARE TINNED-IRON MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA CAP PLATE 1825-1840

RARE TINNED-IRON MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA CAP PLATE 1825-1840

Campbell & O’Donnell, Headgear Insignia, consider tinned-iron cap plates rare. See their comments on their Fig. 613, which differs from this in design, but is similar in material and close in… (1273-111). Learn More »

US MILITIA TIN CANTEEN MADE TO IMITATE A WOOD PATTERN 1830s – 1840s

US MILITIA TIN CANTEEN MADE TO IMITATE A WOOD PATTERN 1830s – 1840s

This is an interesting US militia canteen where the maker used then modern manufacturing techniques to make a tinned iron canteen with stamped, recessed faces and raised rim that would imitate an… (1273-101). Learn More »

$395.00
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SCARCE CAPTURE OF RICHMOND BADGE/MEDAL – APRIL 3, 1865

SCARCE CAPTURE OF RICHMOND BADGE/MEDAL – APRIL 3, 1865

The capture of Richmond and the hoisting of the Stars and Stripes over the former capital on April 3, 1865, was a defining Union victory in the Civil War, often commemorated by medals, including this… (2026-32). Learn More »

REGULATION CIVIL WAR U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT WITH CARTRIDGE BOX AND CAP POUCH

REGULATION CIVIL WAR U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT WITH CARTRIDGE BOX AND CAP POUCH

The cartridge box is an example of the "Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box. Outer flap has a smooth surface with tooled edge. Oval “US” box plate is secured to the face of the box with leather… (1273-75). 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 »

$425.00
Originally $475.00

INTERESTING, MODIFIED US CONTRACT P1861 .69 MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX - BY BOYD AND SONS OF BOSTON

INTERESTING, MODIFIED US CONTRACT P1861 .69 MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX - BY BOYD AND SONS OF BOSTON

This militia box has a lacquered outer flap and no signs of previous plate attachment. The dimensions of the box indicate it is a pattern of 1839 box, designed for use with .69 muskets of various… (149-48). Learn More »

$445.00
Originally $495.00

MODEL 1887 CARBINE BOOT

MODEL 1887 CARBINE BOOT

This is a solid example of the Model 1887 Carbine Boot, retaining its full form with all straps.  The rear stitched seam is intact. The boot retains its shape and has the brass plate on the upper… (362-1210). Learn More »

$195.00
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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… (1032-255). Learn More »


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FROM LIFE CDV VIEW OF CUSTER BY GOLDIN

This is a very nice “from-life” view of Custer by John Goldin & Co. in May 1865, Katz #70 in his Custer in Photographs, taken in May 1865. Custer is shown seated, from mid-calf up, resting one arm on the back of the photographer’s chair,… (2024-450). Learn More »

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