Cap & Cartridge Boxes

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NICE US NAVY BELT AND ACCOUTREMENT SET - EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION

NICE US NAVY BELT AND ACCOUTREMENT SET - EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION

This pattern of 1862 Civil War belt replaced the pre-war brass hook and standing loop type seaman’s belt; the notable change exhibited by this belt was the Goodyear patented friction buckle. The… (1268-539). Learn More »

$975.00
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VERY NICE & WELL-MARKED U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

VERY NICE & WELL-MARKED U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

Pattern 1864 US cartridge box in very good condition. The outer flap is boldly embossed “US” in the center, a maker’s stamp (Grossman & Co.) on the lower, left corner and sub-inspector stamp… (2025-906). Learn More »

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in fair condition. The outer flap was cut for a “US” box plate to be mounted in the center. It also features a second set of “cuts” to mount an Eagle breast… (2025-924). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

Original, smaller pistol cartridge box to hold Pocket size (.31 cal.) cartridge packs. “Pocket” measures 4.5” wide, 3” tall, and 1” deep. Outer flap remains supple with smooth surface… (2025-1151). Learn More »

MINTY CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

MINTY CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

Original, smaller pistol cartridge box to hold Pocket size (.31 cal.) cartridge packs. “Pocket” measures 4.5” wide, 3” tall, and 1” deep. Outer flap remains supple with perfect surface… (2025-915). Learn More »

U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

Pattern 1864 US cartridge box in displayable condition. The outer flap is boldly embossed “US” in the center, with sub-inspector stamp on lower, left corner. The latch-tab is stitched and riveted… (2025-925). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

Original pistol cartridge box to hold Navy size (.36 cal.) cartridge packs. Outer flap remains supple but has heavy surface crazing overall. No maker’s stamping visible. Latch tab was originally… (1268-1035). Learn More »

$75.00
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U.S. M1861 MAKER MARKED INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PLATE

U.S. M1861 MAKER MARKED INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PLATE

This leather box is for carrying an infantryman’s supply of .58 caliber rifle musket cartridges. The large outer flap remains soft and flexible with good finish overall. The leather is clean and… (2025-282). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

This is a Civil War-era percussion cap pouch. The leather shows light wear overall. This pattern has the closing tab sewn to the underside of the somewhat square-shaped outer flap. This latch tab is… (1268-1034). Learn More »

18TH CENTURY AMERICAN CARTRIDGE BOX & SLING

18TH CENTURY AMERICAN CARTRIDGE BOX & SLING

Large black leather cartridge box with early style long front leather cover. Wooden cartridge block to hold paper wrapped cartridges. Below the block is the hunting bag style leather pouch to hold… (715-40). Learn More »

$3,450.00
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CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN’S PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX ON BELT

CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN’S PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX ON BELT

This cartridge box measures about 5-1/2” wide, 3-1/2” tall, and about 1-1/2” front to back, making it likely a box for pistol cartridges. It is made of brown leather with the outer flap having… (490-7194). Learn More »

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE BELT, CAP BOX AND CARTRIDGE BOX

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE BELT, CAP BOX AND CARTRIDGE BOX

Offered here is a Confederate soldier’s accoutrement set consisting of a leather cap pouch, a cartridge box on a rarely offered "gunner’s" style waist belt that has been together for decades. The… (2025-296). Learn More »

US 1820s-1830s MILITIA LIGHT INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

US 1820s-1830s MILITIA LIGHT INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

This is a strong example of a US militia cartridge box dating roughly to the 1820s or 1830s, though it could go a tad earlier or later. It is constructed of brown leather, with a wood block bored to… (1202-488). Learn More »

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL STYLE U.S. 1861 PATTERN .58 CAL. CARTRIDGE BOX RIG

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL STYLE U.S. 1861 PATTERN .58 CAL. CARTRIDGE BOX RIG

This is a good example of the regulation Union infantry cartridge box rig, untouched and un-messed with, in the sort of condition we used see in a box coming out of a veteran’s estate, something… (1283-01). Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE IMPORTED CARTRIDGE BOX

RARE CONFEDERATE IMPORTED CARTRIDGE BOX

This English made cartridge box was run through to the blockaded South early in the war. It was made under Confederate direction by English contractor Alexander Ross. Major Edward Anderson CSA between… (2025-304). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

This is a well-worn Civil War percussion cap pouch. This pattern has the closing tab as a continuation of the outer flap. This latch tab is unbroken. The surface of the leather on the outer flap shows… (632-86). Learn More »

NAMED CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX

NAMED CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX

This leather pouch is a homespun Southern copy of the typical “Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box of the time with soldier’s name carved on flap. The large outer flap has the slightly… (1268-023). Learn More »

$5,000.00
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PUNCH DECORATED 1820-1840 US MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX

PUNCH DECORATED 1820-1840 US MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX

A very nice example of a US militia cartridge box with wood block bored for 24 cartridges, the standard and specified minimum load under the militia act, and set up for wear on a waist belt with two… (1202-489). Learn More »

$695.00
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MODEL 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX FOR MISSISSIPPI RIFLES, “C.S. STORMS”

MODEL 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX FOR MISSISSIPPI RIFLES, “C.S. STORMS”

Here is a good example of a Model 1839 leather cartridge box for the M1841 Mississippi rifle. Constructed from heavy black bridle leather, this box measures 6.5” across, 4” high, and is 1.75”… (1268-159). Learn More »

.45/70 McKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX MARKED “U.S.M.C”

.45/70 McKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX MARKED “U.S.M.C”

This is a “McKeever” style cartridge box. Complete and original and in solid condition. Black leather box “hinged” at the bottom with a brass rod. Leather closure tab fastens to brass finial… (172-5459). Learn More »

$550.00
Originally $695.00
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MODEL 1872 HAGNER NO. 2 - .50 -.70 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOXARTRIDGE BOX

MODEL 1872 HAGNER NO. 2 - .50 -.70 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOX

Post- Civil War cartridge box is marked, “NO.2” on the reverse. Stitched and riveted latch tab and finial are present. Leather has moderate to heavy crazing. Stitching is tight except for sides,… (172-4512). Learn More »

$85.00
Originally $110.00

INDIAN WAR 2ND MODEL 1872 HAGNER CARTRIDGE BOX

INDIAN WAR 2ND MODEL 1872 HAGNER CARTRIDGE BOX

For U.S. Cavalry carbines, caliber .45-70/.50-70. Black bridle leather “U.S.” embossed flap, with finial & straps, 24 webbed interior cartridge slots, and two reverse belt loops. Front flap… (990-16). Learn More »

$180.00
Originally $225.00

US PERCUSSION CAP POUCH – METZGER OF PHILADELPHIA

US PERCUSSION CAP POUCH – METZGER OF PHILADELPHIA

This percussion cap pouch is in a nice condition, with light crazing on the outer flap near the folding point and on the belt loops. More finish wear is present on the outer tab, but no cracking is… (286-1399). Learn More »

US PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PAINTED IDENTIFICATION

US PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PAINTED IDENTIFICATION

This an 1861 pattern U.S infantry cartridge box for the.58 caliber rifle musket bearing several sets of owner initials and a painted unit designation on the outer flap. The box is complete with all… (490-7125). Learn More »

PATTERN 1861 .69 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOX RIG WITH STRAP, PLATES, AND TINS 7th NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD CARTRIDGE BOX

PATTERN 1861 .69 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOX RIG WITH STRAP, PLATES, AND TINS

Orders existed prior to the outbreak of the war for arsenals to keep on hand .69 cal. round ball as well as .58 cal. elongated ball cartridge boxes. For example, the New York Arsenal was ordered to… (490-7141). Learn More »

$1,950.00
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INDIAN WAR-SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PERIOD 7th NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD CARTRIDGE BOX

INDIAN WAR-SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PERIOD 7th NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD CARTRIDGE BOX

A very good condition black leather cartridge box bearing a cartridge box plate consisting of an entwined “NG” for National Guard, and a superimposed “7” for the 7th Regiment. These are known… (1216-228). Learn More »

EXCELLENT CONDITION PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX – MAKER MARKED!

EXCELLENT CONDITION PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX – MAKER MARKED!

This pistol cartridge box is in a remarkably nice condition given its age.  All stitching is fully intact and strong, and the only true signs of use and wear are some folding creases on the outer… (490-7140). Learn More »

US 1857 PATTERN INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SOLDIER’S INITIALS AND BOX PLATE

US 1857 PATTERN INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SOLDIER’S INITIALS AND BOX PLATE

This US cartridge box is maker marked on the inner flap by Gaylord and is the standard 1857 pattern using belt loops on the back, shoulder belt buckles on the bottom, and a latch tab on the front that… (1256-01). Learn More »

WHITE BUFF CARTRIDGE BOX SLING

WHITE BUFF CARTRIDGE BOX SLING

This cartridge box sling measures 68” overall and is made with separate billets sewn to each end for the buckles of a cartridge box. The belt itself is 59” long and 2” wide, with the billets 5… (2024-1341). Learn More »

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAP BOX OF DOUGLAS HAMILTON KNOX CO. B VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE BATTALION OF INFANTRY: SERVICE AT RICHMOND/PETERSBURG 1864

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAP BOX OF DOUGLAS HAMILTON KNOX CO. B VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE BATTALION OF INFANTRY: SERVICE AT RICHMOND/PETERSBURG 1864

This identified Confederate cap box comes from collection of Civil War relics and family mementos retained by the Knox family of Fredericksburg, VA., and is one of several items labelled by the family… (1246-07). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR WAIST BELT AND BUCKLE WITH TWO MAKER-MARKED PERCUSSION CAP POUCHES

CIVIL WAR WAIST BELT AND BUCKLE WITH TWO MAKER-MARKED PERCUSSION CAP POUCHES

This non-excavated 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… (1256-47). Learn More »

REGULATION 1861 CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PLATE AND TINS

REGULATION 1861 CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PLATE AND TINS

This cartridge box is an example of the "Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box. Outer flap exhibits light crazing; mostly on hinge area and lower corners. Outside edges of flap are tooled. Oval… (1256-03). Learn More »

U.S. M1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SLING AND PLATES AND BAYONET HOLE

U.S. M1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SLING AND PLATES AND BAYONET HOLE

Box is for carrying the .58 caliber rifle musket cartridge. Outer flap is in good condition. The leather is clean and smooth with an oval “US” plate attached by a leather thong. The face of the… (1256-02). Learn More »

EARLY AMERICAN CARTRIDGE BOX WITH BELT, BUCKLE, BAYONET AND SCABBARD

EARLY AMERICAN CARTRIDGE BOX WITH BELT, BUCKLE, BAYONET AND SCABBARD

This is a very nice early, American-made, set of infantry or militia accoutrements. Set consists of a cartridge box on a waist belt with a sheet brass buckle and a bayonet with scabbard and belt frog… (401-45). Learn More »

$950.00
Originally $1,750.00

US CAVALRY MANN’S PATENT CARTRIDGE BOX EX-LEES HQ MUSEUM

US CAVALRY MANN’S PATENT CARTRIDGE BOX EX-LEES HQ MUSEUM

The Mary Thompson house at Gettysburg, used by Lee as his headquarters at Gettysburg, was recognized by its owner in the 1890s as a valuable battlefield relic, perhaps a particular attraction for… (224-750). Learn More »

PATTERN 1861 CARTIDGE BOX WITH SLING AND BOTH PLATES

PATTERN 1861 CARTIDGE BOX WITH SLING AND BOTH PLATES

Box is for carrying the .58 caliber cartridge. Outer flap is in excellent condition. The leather surface is very smooth and mostly clean with some minor edge wear. The remains of the broken latch tab… (2023-1367). Learn More »

$1,295.00
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MINT CIVIL WAR CAP BOX BY REUBEN NECE WITH INSPECTOR STAMP, WOOL AND PICK

MINT CIVIL WAR CAP BOX BY REUBEN NECE WITH INSPECTOR STAMP, WOOL AND PICK

This is a great example of a Federal cap box in pretty much new condition, as it would have come out of the crate for issue. The black finish is superb, with strong color and no flaking. Seams are… (1216-94). Learn More »

NICE U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

NICE U.S. PATTERN 1864 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX

Pattern 1864 US cartridge box in good condition. The outer flap is boldly embossed “US” in the center and has a sub-inspector’s oval stamp on the lower, left corner. There is some light crazing… (490-6255). Learn More »

VERY GOOD CONFEDERATE CAP BOX

VERY GOOD CONFEDERATE CAP BOX

This Confederate cap box shows the maker was imitating to some degree the US pattern that came into use in early 1862, having a contoured, one-piece cover with integral latch tab extension fastening… (1130-03). Learn More »

SCARCE MERRILL CARTRIDGE BOX

SCARCE MERRILL CARTRIDGE BOX

This is a scarce Merrill cartridge box supplied by the company to the US government along with its rifles and carbines during the Civil War. Paul Johnson believed they were delivered with all carbines… (490-5258). Learn More »

VERY NICE US MAKER MARKED & INSPECTED PATTERN 1864 CARTRIDGE BOX WITH REPRODUCTION SLING

VERY NICE US MAKER MARKED & INSPECTED PATTERN 1864 CARTRIDGE BOX WITH REPRODUCTION SLING

Cartridge box is the Pattern of July 1864, Type 2 for .58 elongated ball cartridges. The leather on the box is excellent showing only minor surface wear. The exterior flap has a strongly embossed… (1205-07). Learn More »

US CIVIL WAR LEATHER PERCUSSION CAP BOX MARKED “PHILADELPHIA HOME GUARD”

US CIVIL WAR LEATHER PERCUSSION CAP BOX MARKED “PHILADELPHIA HOME GUARD”

Box is in good used condition. Outer flap is shield shaped with latch tab sewn to the underside of the flap. Leather surface shows some moderate wear from use, storage, and age. Tab is solid. Clearly… (490-5566). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

CONFEDERATE PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

This is a nice example of a Confederate-made percussion cap pouch. In good condition, this pouch looks much like its northern counterpart. The whole pouch is constructed of leather which has been… (1000-683). Learn More »

$715.00
Originally $895.00

CONFEDERATE MACON ARSENAL PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

CONFEDERATE MACON ARSENAL PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

Box is rectangular in shape. It meas. approx. 4 5/16 long x 2.75 inches high x 1.00 inch wide. Outer flap is in good condition. The face of the flap is very nice but the top has heavy crazing and some… (1000-682). Learn More »

$2,800.00
Originally $3,500.00

US MODEL 1839 PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX WITH TIN INSERT

US MODEL 1839 PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX WITH TIN INSERT

The leather on this box is in good condition. The outer flap shows scattered moderate surface crazing with a small Pattern 1839 oval US plate attached at center. The latch tab is sewn to the underside… (490-3649). Learn More »

MAKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 RIFLEMAN’S CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SIGNS OF ALTERATION

MAKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 RIFLEMAN’S CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SIGNS OF ALTERATION

The pattern 1839 rifleman’s cartridge box was meant to be suspended from the waistbelt and was produced with vertical loops only on the reverse. This box shows signs of having been altered to use… (490-5224). Learn More »

1840’S MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX

1840’S MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX

Leather box in very nice condition still contains its tin tubular insert. Exterior leather flap is in nice smooth pliable condition. It is decorated with three parallel tooled lines going diagonally… (2023-281). Learn More »

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX IN VERY GOOD CONDITION - WITH INITIALS "WVT"

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX IN VERY GOOD CONDITION - WITH INITIALS "WVT"

They don’t get much more “Johnny Reb” than this cartridge box, which has the additional allure of a set of soldier’s initials, “W V T” lightly, but very legibly, carved into the outer… (766-1821). Learn More »

MINTY .54 CALIBER RIFLE CARTRIDGE BOX FROM ALLEGHENY ARSENAL

MINTY .54 CALIBER RIFLE CARTRIDGE BOX FROM ALLEGHENY ARSENAL

This leather cartridge box is in exceptional condition. The outer flap is clean and smooth with only the finest of crazing in the finish, mostly in the area of the top “hinge” area. Closing tab is… (490-3650). Learn More »

MANN’S PATTERN CARTRIDGE BOX BY C.S. STORMS

MANN’S PATTERN CARTRIDGE BOX BY C.S. STORMS

This medium-size cartridge box mimics the shape of the Mann’s patent box, but without all the associated straps. Made to hold unknown cartridges, but very likely for Sharps or some other… (490-3651). Learn More »


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A SOUTH CAROLINA CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN'S SUPERB FROCK COAT

Worn by Robert Chisolm who formed Chisolm's Company, 1st Battalion South Carolina Sharpshooters on July 23,1862 after service in the artillery. This unit subsequently became Company A, 1st South Carolina Sharpshooters which then was taken into the… (1268-1006). Learn More »

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