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DOUBLE ROW MAJOR OF STAFF SHOULDER STRAPS

DOUBLE ROW MAJOR OF STAFF SHOULDER STRAPS

A very good pair of Civil War officer’s shoulder straps with the gold oak leaves of a Major set on a black ground indicating a staff appointment. This is not to say a desk job. Staff officers were… (1299-11). Learn More »

$895.00
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RARE US 1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER'S SHAKO BADGE

RARE US 1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER'S SHAKO BADGE

This silvered badge is in the design of a suspended hunting horn and was pinned by means of 2 lugs to the shako worn by US Infantry officer Regulars 1832 to 1851. It was also worn by militia officers… (2025-804). Learn More »

LIKE NEW CONDITION CIVIL WAR DOUBLE-BORDER INFANTRY CAPTAIN SHOULDER STRAPS

LIKE NEW CONDITION CIVIL WAR DOUBLE-BORDER INFANTRY CAPTAIN SHOULDER STRAPS

These Civil War infantry captain’s shoulder straps are as new condition as one could ever hope to find. Officers had to purchase their own uniforms, insignia, weapons and gear and these look pretty… (1299-12). Learn More »

TRIPLE-BORDERED CAPTAIN OF STAFF SHOULDER STRAPS

TRIPLE-BORDERED CAPTAIN OF STAFF SHOULDER STRAPS

Civil War officers had to purchase their own uniforms and equipment. The quality of their insignia might vary according to their rank, and certainly varied by their assignment, taste, and wallet. This… (1299-13). Learn More »

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.”… (2025-2432). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR MAJOR OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

CIVIL WAR MAJOR OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS

A scarce set of regulation Civil War shoulder straps for a major of infantry, showing wear and use, but complete, and in good condition. With only one major per infantry regiment, any major’s… (1299-15). Learn More »

$650.00
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IDENTIFIED SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS OF COLONEL GEORGE ROBERT LATHAN 2nd WEST VIRGINIA INFANTRY, LATER 5th AND 6th WV CAVALRY AND BREVET BRIGADIER  GENERAL

IDENTIFIED SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS OF COLONEL GEORGE ROBERT LATHAN 2nd WEST VIRGINIA INFANTRY, LATER 5th AND 6th WV CAVALRY AND BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL

These Civil War officer’s shoulder straps are the Smith patent variety, using stamped metallic borders and insignia imitating embroidered bullion, but far more robust. This pair rate good for… (1299-37). Learn More »

IDENTIFIED SHOULDER STRAPS OF LT. COLONEL AND COLONEL JOHN H. PATRICK 5th OHIO INFANTRY, KIA AT NEW HOPE CHURCH MAY 1864

IDENTIFIED SHOULDER STRAPS OF LT. COLONEL AND COLONEL JOHN H. PATRICK 5th OHIO INFANTRY, KIA AT NEW HOPE CHURCH MAY 1864

This group consists of two matching infantry Lieutenant Colonel’s shoulder straps and a single full Colonel’s strap of John H. Patrick of the 5th Ohio Infantry, who served as Lieutenant Colonel of… (1299-38). 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 »

“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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »


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FEDERAL MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER FOUND ON EAST CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG – GEISELMAN COLLECTION

This Civil War artifact is Federal Model 1860 light cavalry saber that was recovered in the battle area at East Cavalry Field in Gettysburg. Once part of the Norbert Oyler Collection, this edged weapon specimen and its metal scabbard are fine… (942-14). Learn More »

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