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“DUG” FALSE EMBROIDERED CROSSED CANNONS INSIGNIA

“DUG” FALSE EMBROIDERED CROSSED CANNONS INSIGNIA

This is the stamped brass, crossed cannons insignia for Federal artillery. Finely detailed to imitate high-grade insignia made with embroidered bullion thread. These were meant to be worn on head… (179-1312). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR DOUBLE ROW CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

CIVIL WAR DOUBLE ROW CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

A good set of Civil War embroidered bullion officer’s shoulder straps for a Captain of infantry. As with all officer material they would be privately purchased by the officer from a military goods… (490-7389). Learn More »

SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

A great looking set of Smith patent shoulder straps for a Captain of infantry, showing medium blue velvet centers with good color and surface, and muted, but strong gilt to the single row borders and… (490-7379). Learn More »

DOUBLE BORDER SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

DOUBLE BORDER SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

A very good set of Smith patent shoulder straps, showing just appropriate age and wear. The borders and rank bars show some rubbing to the gilt finish and consequent slight darkening with some stains… (490-7378). Learn More »

SCARCE DOUBLE BORDER SMITH PATENT INFANTRY LIEUTENANT COLONEL SHOULDER STRAPS

SCARCE DOUBLE BORDER SMITH PATENT INFANTRY LIEUTENANT COLONEL SHOULDER STRAPS

With only one Lieutenant Colonel per regiment, insignia for that rank is tough to find. This is an excellent condition set of Smith patent shoulder straps for a lieutenant colonel of infantry and… (490-7382). Learn More »

$1,295.00
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LARGE EMBROIDERED CIVIL WAR INFANTRY INSIGNIA, 9TH REGIMENT

LARGE EMBROIDERED CIVIL WAR INFANTRY INSIGNIA, 9TH REGIMENT

This hat device is a very nice example of a Civil War Infantry officer’s hat insignia. Device features a French horn adorned with tassels. Constructed of embroidered bullion thread and sequins, this… (179-1313). Learn More »

SMITH PATENT FIRST LIEUTENANT OF ARTILLERY SHOULDER STRAPS

SMITH PATENT FIRST LIEUTENANT OF ARTILLERY SHOULDER STRAPS

These Civil War officer’s shoulder straps are in great condition and have strong color. These are for a First Lieutenant of artillery, having a red wool ground, with a single rank bar at either end… (490-7383). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR EMBROIDERED BULLION INFANTRY CAPTAIN SHOULDER STRAPS

CIVIL WAR EMBROIDERED BULLION INFANTRY CAPTAIN SHOULDER STRAPS

A very good, unused set of infantry captain’s shoulder straps. These retain their black enameled paper backs showing some minor losses, but no indication of having been turned under to sew them to… (490-7380). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S EMBOIDERED BULLION HARDEE HAT SIDE EAGLE

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S EMBOIDERED BULLION HARDEE HAT SIDE EAGLE

A very good, unused example of the bullion embroidered side plate used to hold up one side of the brim on the M1858 army officer’s dress hat, known as the Hardee or Jeff Davis hat in collector… (490-7396). Learn More »

MILITIA SUNBURST HAT PLATE

MILITIA SUNBURST HAT PLATE

This piece is a brass hat plate measuring 5.25” in diameter. Stamped brass is ribbed giving the sunburst effect. A pointed circular disk is attached at the center. Two brass attachment wires are… (2025-854). Learn More »

$75.00
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8th NEW YORK INFANTRY VETERANS MEDAL AND INSIGNIA – BLENKER’S VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

8th NEW YORK INFANTRY VETERANS MEDAL AND INSIGNIA – BLENKER’S VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

The 8th New York State Volunteer Infantry holds an interesting distinction among Federal regiments.  In April of 1862, as the war heated up in Virginia, the 8th found themselves short of rations. … (2025-863). Learn More »

EXCELLENT, ORIGINAL “IRISH HARP” INSIGNIA MADE OF SILVER BULLION

EXCELLENT, ORIGINAL “IRISH HARP” INSIGNIA MADE OF SILVER BULLION

Presented here in fine original condition is a non-regulation bullion “Irish Harp” insignia. Beautifully made, the insignia is constructed on a harp-shaped piece of thin paper and cloth… (2025-803). Learn More »

GOLD 9TH ARMY CORPS BADGE FROM COLONEL OF 58TH MASS.

GOLD 9TH ARMY CORPS BADGE FROM COLONEL OF 58TH MASS.

Very fine 9th Army Corps badge. In the shape of a shield, the 9th corps insignia of cannon barrel and fouled anchor are finely engraved on the face with their edges outlined in black enamel. Fine… (2025-843). Learn More »

RARE ALABAMA CORPS OF CADETS HAT PLATE

RARE ALABAMA CORPS OF CADETS HAT PLATE

This plate, for shakos or other headwear, is fabricated from two pieces of stamped brass. The center is an oval displaying the letters “ACC” on a textured background. A brass wreath of oak and… (2025-796). Learn More »

$2,000.00
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SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS FOR AN INFANTRY CAPTAIN

SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS FOR AN INFANTRY CAPTAIN

This is a good pair of Civil War infantry captain’s shoulder straps showing just enough wear to indicate they saw service in the field. These are Smith Patent straps, using stamped gilt brass frames… (490-7381). Learn More »

$795.00
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SCARCE TRIPLE-BORDER INFANTRY CAPTAIN SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS

SCARCE TRIPLE-BORDER INFANTRY CAPTAIN SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS

This officer was practical and kept an eye on cost, but wanted to make an impression. Smith patent shoulder straps were more robust, easier to maintain, less expensive, and less likely to snag on… (490-7377). Learn More »

CANADIAN SABRETACHE PLATE

CANADIAN SABRETACHE PLATE

This rarely seen plate was designed to be attached to the sabretache of a mounted artilleryman of the Canada Militia. It dates as early as 1876. It is virtually identical to the plate worn on the blue… (2025-1168). Learn More »

MINT CONDITION 3rd ARTILLERY OFFICER’S HAT BADGE

MINT CONDITION 3rd ARTILLERY OFFICER’S HAT BADGE

This artillery officer’s hat badge is in mint condition. It measures 3-1/4” by 2-1/8” with very strong color to the black velvet, the gilt finish on the gold bullion embroidered crossed cannon… (490-7391). Learn More »

SCARCE BRIGADIER GENERAL EXTRA RICH THREE ROW SHOULDER STRAPS, WIDE CENTRE

SCARCE BRIGADIER GENERAL EXTRA RICH THREE ROW SHOULDER STRAPS, WIDE CENTRE

We take our title from the Schuyler, Hartley and Graham listing of similar straps in their 1864 catalog (pages 61 and 62, in particular.) These straps have strong black color to the velvet ground,… (490-7373). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR FIRST LIEUTENANT OF STAFF STRAPS

CIVIL WAR FIRST LIEUTENANT OF STAFF STRAPS

These straps were worn by a first lieutenant serving in a staff position at a regimental or higher level. This did not necessarily mean only duty behind the lines. First lieutenants on the regimental… (490-7388). Learn More »


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CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABRE IDENTIFIED TO CAPTAIN MARCUS A. MOORE, 1ST MASSACHUSETTS CAVALRY

Manufactured: Newark, NJ Maker: Sauerbier, Henry Year: Early Civil War Model: Model 1840 transitional with 1860 style grip Size: 34.2 inch blade, 1.17 wide, .353 thick This sword has all true Type 1 features with the exception of the Model 1860 style… (870-159). Learn More »

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