Insignia & Badges

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VERY NICE SILVER POST-WAR VETERANS 15TH CORPS BADGE

VERY NICE SILVER POST-WAR VETERANS 15TH CORPS BADGE

Badge has two pieces. Silver top bar is rectangular but with a scalloped bottom. Face has a finely done wavy lined border with fern decorations in the corners.  Reverse retains the original “T”… (142-98). Learn More »

“WAR OF 1861” IDENTIFICATION DISK OF 9TH NEW HAMPSHIRE SOLDIER

“WAR OF 1861” IDENTIFICATION DISK OF 9TH NEW HAMPSHIRE SOLDIER

This is a brass identification disk (“dog tag”), one of several styles that could be purchased by soldier from sutlers and other private sources. This “War of 1861” style very much resembles a… (2023-233). Learn More »

$950.00
ON HOLD

SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BADGE

SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BADGE

After the conclusion of the Civil War, several organizations were founded by veterans of the Union armed forces to commemorate the service and sacrifice of those who had served the Union cause during… (766-1839). Learn More »

SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BADGE MADE INTO A WOMEN’S BROOCH

SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BADGE MADE INTO A WOMAN’S BROOCH

This item is the pendant or “drop” from a Society of the Army of the Potomac medal made into a brooch. Item consists of a gold-plated body with blue enameled arms arranged in a cross-like fashion.… (766-1841). Learn More »

US NAVY CAP TALLIE FOR THE USS KENTUCKY

US NAVY CAP TALLIE FOR THE USS KENTUCKY

Black cloth cap tally with “USS KENTUCKY” in gold flanked by a ships wheel on each end. Item is in good condition with minor wear along the edges. Gold ink has faded in spots but this is minor. An… (2022-635). Learn More »

$37.50
SOLD

SILVER 3RD CORPS BADGE ID’D TO 1ST MASSACHUSETTS REGIMENT

SILVER 3RD CORPS BADGE ID’D TO 1ST MASSACHUSETTS REGIMENT

Diamond shaped silver badge that meas. approx. 1.75 inches across and still retains the original “T” bar pin on back. Face is wonderfully inscribed at center with “HOOKER’S OLD DIVISION.”… (766-1877). Learn More »

$3,950.00
Originally $4,250.00
SOLD

SET OF CASED EPAULETTES IN ORIGINAL TIN BOX

SET OF CASED EPAULETTES IN ORIGINAL TIN BOX

Very nice set of cased brush epaulettes. They come in the usual japanned tin case with an interior that has an unusual metallic blue painted surface. The box is complete with latch and carrying… (2022-1025). Learn More »

US INFANTRY OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED CAP INSIGNIA

US INFANTRY OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED CAP INSIGNIA

Just over two inches from end to end, this small pattern 1858 infantry horn insignia made of gold bullion is backed on wool felt. There is a small tear near the horn on the upper lefthand side. These… (380-64). Learn More »

OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED ARTILLERY INSIGNIA

OFFICER’S EMBROIDERED ARTILLERY INSIGNIA

Pattern 1858 embroidered artillery hat insignia backed on black velvet measuring 2 ¼ inches. The gold bullion wire of this insignia is in rough shape; some of the threads have come undone and are… (380-65). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR INFANTRY QUARTERMASTER SERGEANT CHEVRONS

CIVIL WAR INFANTRY QUARTERMASTER SERGEANT CHEVRONS

This is an amazing pair of non-regulation Civil War Quartermaster chevrons. These are made of light blue silk stripes sewn to a dark blue wool background patch, which in turn would be sewn to the… (142-94). Learn More »

19TH CENTURY BRITISH GORGET

19TH CENTURY BRITISH GORGET

This gilt gorget, dated 1796 to 1815, was worn by British officers as a decorative piece to signify rank. It is crescent shaped with a beaded rim and contains the cipher “GR” which is enclosed in… (490-3184). Learn More »

VERY NICE MAJOR OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS WITH SHOE STRING TIES

VERY NICE MAJOR OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS WITH SHOE STRING TIES

This is a matching pair of major of infantry shoulder straps measuring approximately 4.5” x 1.75”. These are single bordered, infantry straps. The bullion embroidered border is in perfect… (142-97). Learn More »

$795.00
ON HOLD

EMBROIDERED NEW YORK OFFICER’S “EXCELSIOR” CHAPEAU INSIGNIA

EMBROIDERED NEW YORK OFFICER’S “EXCELSIOR” CHAPEAU INSIGNIA

This very fine and fancy insignia features an embroidered New York State Seal. The State Seal features an eagle atop the New York crest with “EXCELSIOR” applied to a ribbon under. Highly ornate,… (480-291). Learn More »

EMBROIDERED MOUNTED RIFLEMAN’S INSIGNIA

EMBROIDERED MOUNTED RIFLEMAN’S INSIGNIA

This insignia features an embroidered bugle with tasseled cord. The Riflemen’s insignia looks like a true bugle as opposed to the round French horn used by the Civil War infantry. This piece appears… (480-287). Learn More »

CIRCA 1850s EMBROIDERED MILITIA HAT INSIGNIA

CIRCA 1850s EMBROIDERED MILITIA HAT INSIGNIA

This insignia features an embroidered wreath with old English letters “ID” or “JD” in the center. The insignia is typical of mid-19th century construction and likely for a local militia. This… (480-242). Learn More »

US STAFF OFFICER HAT INSIGNIA

US STAFF OFFICER HAT INSIGNIA

Bullion wreath, encircled “U.S”, on woven black patch, measuring 2.5 x1.75”. Bullion and U.S. lettering are tight, exhibiting medium dark patina. Patch edges slightly rough. Reverse stitching… (141-101). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $195.00
ON HOLD

1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER’S SILVER BULLION HUNTING HORN

1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER’S SILVER BULLION HUNTING HORN

The branch of service color and metal in the regular army for infantry remained silver and white until the early 1850s when they moved into various shades of light blue and buttons became universally… (142-81). Learn More »

$180.00
Originally $200.00

VERY ATTRACTIVE GOLD G.A.R. POST COMMANDER’S BADGE: HE “MARCHED AT 17 TO THE SEA WITH GENERAL SHERMAN”

VERY ATTRACTIVE GOLD G.A.R. POST COMMANDER’S BADGE: HE “MARCHED AT 17 TO THE SEA WITH GENERAL SHERMAN”

This beautiful, inscribed gold G.A.R. badge is a special presentation version of a Post Commander’s badge presented by the veterans to their Post Commander Henry C. Cann as he became a Past Post… (30-2257). Learn More »

RARE EARLY MARINE CORPS EPAULETTES / WINGS

RARE EARLY MARINE CORPS EPAULETTES / WINGS

Heavily embroidered narrow bodied epaulettes with wide ends also known as “wings.” The top surface of these epaulets is a dark blue/black cloth with a very heavy, raised oak leaf decoration done… (344-2721). Learn More »

$4,500.00
Originally $5,500.00

GOSLINE ZOUAVES, 95th PENNSYLVANIA, 6th CORPS BADGE – SGT. GEO. W. TITTLE

GOSLINE ZOUAVES, 95th PENNSYLVANIA, 6th CORPS BADGE – SGT. GEO. W. TITTLE

This Sixth Corps badge is nicely engraved in script with the soldier’s name and unit and is made with an integral loop at top for suspension from a narrow T-bar back upper bar. Wartime parallels… (665-89). Learn More »


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CDV OF 2ND LIEUTENANT CHARLES E. CROW, 4TH VA. (PURCELL) LIGHT ARTILLERY

This is a very nice CDV photograph of Charles E. Crow in Confederate uniform. It appears to be a second-generation image; photo of an existing photo. Regardless, the picture is clear with good contrast. Crow wears a Confederate 2nd lieutenant's,… (1138-988). Learn More »

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