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MODIFIED US P1861 MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX
This Civil War cartridge box appears to have been repurposed as a militia box, with a modified inner pouch, the addition of Japanned strap attachment studs to the reverse in place of belt loops, and a… (490-7616). Learn More »
$195.00
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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 »
REGULATION 1861 CARTRIDGE BOX AND SLING WITH PLATES
This cartridge box is an example of the "Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box complete with shoulder sling, tins, and both plates. Outer flap exhibits light crazing of the finish. Oval “US” box… (490-7615). Learn More »
$800.00
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M1896 .38 CALIBER PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX, DATED 1903
In 1896 the government started issuing a cartridge box to carry revolver ammunition. The earliest were made of black leather, had no insert, were not dated, and only stamped with the arsenal of… (1216-211). Learn More »
M1896 .38 CALIBER PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX, DATED 1910
In 1896 the government started issuing a cartridge box to carry revolver ammunition. The earliest were made of black leather, had no insert, were not dated, and only stamped with the arsenal of… (1216-212). Learn More »
PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY AND CAVALRY SOLDIERS’ ARCHIVE FROM THE WALLACE FAMILY: SOLDIER LETTERS, ARMED TINTYPE, RARE BLAKESLEE CARTRIDGE BOX FOR THE SPENCER, ETC.
This grouping contains 25 camp letters from eight Pennsylvania soldiers, along with miscellaneous covers, and minor post-war pension correspondence: Benjamin Wallace, Co. “D”, 11th PA Cavalry… (2026-485). Learn More »
1872 HAGNER CARTRIDGE BOX, TYPE II – FOR .45-70 – “N.G.P.”
This cartridge box is constructed of black bridle leather with very weak “US” embossing on flap, with finial & straps, 24 webbed cartridge slots, and two reverse belt loops. Front flap is soft… (1216-214). Learn More »
US PATTERN 1861 CARTRIDGE BOX – L.S. BAKER, NEW YORK
This cartridge box is an example of the "Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box. Outer flap exhibits some crazing and outer finish loss. Oval “US” box plate is secured to the face of the box with… (490-7626). Learn More »
$275.00
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CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX FROM GETTYSBURG'S SHIELDS MUSEUM
This incomplete relic condition carbine cartridge box is an original example of the classic leather accoutrement carried by Federal mounted forces during the Civil War. We believe this is the pattern… (2025-2023). Learn More »
NICE MAKER-MARKED CIVIL WAR CAVALRY CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX
This carbine cartridge box is an original example of the classic leather accoutrement carried by Federal mounted forces during the Civil War. This specimen is constructed of strong, black bridle… (1309-525). Learn More »
$250.00
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US PATTERN 1864 .58 CARTRIDGE BOX
Often referred to as a pattern of July 1864, Type 2, this cartridge box features the letters “US” stamped within a border or embossed upon the outer flap in the same size and style as the brass… (490-7617). Learn More »
NEW YORK STATE ISSUED PERCUSSION CAP POUCH
This is a nice example of a New York State issue percussion cap pouch. In good condition, this pouch looks much like its Confederate counterpart. The whole pouch is constructed of leather which has… (1000-683). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX
Original pistol cartridge box to hold Navy size (.36 cal.) cartridge packs. Measures 5.25” across inside pouch. Outer flap remains supple with nice surface. No maker’s stamping visible. Latch tab… (490-7622). Learn More »
EXCELLENT CONDITION CIVIL WAR CAP BOX BY HAEDRICH WITH INSPECTOR STAMP, WOOL AND PICK
This is a very strong example of the regulation cap box for the percussion cap primers used on the majority of Civil War weapons. The box is complete, all original, and in excellent condition. The… (2025-2729). Learn More »
MAKER MARKED U.S. CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP BOX
This is a very good example of a basic piece of soldier’s field gear from the Civil War, produced by several makers in a couple of variations and carried by literally every soldier with a percussion… (1304-100). Learn More »
WELL-MARKED 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. There is crazing and some minor scuffing on the flap. The latch-tab is stitched and riveted… (2025-3304). Learn More »
EXCELLENT CONDITION CIVIL WAR CAP BOX BY HAEDRICH WITH INSPECTOR STAMP, WOOL AND PICK
This is a very strong example of the regulation cap box for the percussion cap primers used on the majority of Civil War weapons. The box is complete, all original, and in excellent condition. The… (1304-103). Learn More »
1839 PATTERN CARTRIDGE BOX WITH DRAGOON EAGLE PLATE: POSSIBLE CONFEDERATE WAR SOUVENIR BROUGHT HOME BY BVT. BRIG. GEN. W.H. NOBLE 17th CT.
This is an 1839 pattern infantry cartridge box that was fitted with an 1833 dragoon style plate on its outer flap and seems very likely a prewar militia box used by a Confederate soldier and sent home… (1309-533). Learn More »
MAKER MARKED AND U.S. INSPECTED CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP BOX WITH FLEECE AND VENT PICK
This is a very good example of the regulation US army cap box, an accoutrement carried by literally every soldier with a percussion arm. This is the standard configuration coming in about 1862, using… (1304-104). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH WITH BRASS LETTER “K” ON FLAP
This is an excellent Civil War-era percussion cap pouch. This pattern has the closing tab as a continuation of the outer flap. This latch tab is unbroken. A small brass letter “K” is affixed to… (490-7634). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE CAP BOX
A no-doubt-about-it Confederate cap box made in the fashion of a standard issue Union cap box with a one-piece flap narrowing toward the bottom to form a latch tab that fastens over a pointed brass… (302-122). Learn More »
NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX
Very nice militia box. The exterior surfaces of the box are very good. The outer flap is as smooth and clean with slight crazing. The latch tab has no tears and is attached to the underside by… (1304-89). Learn More »
VERY FINE US CAP BOX WITH FLEECE AND PICK
The leather on this cap box is in excellent condition. Fleece and pick present inside along with a few caps. Along the edge of the inner flap is a partial inspector's stamp, and another on the latch… (1304-88). Learn More »
MAKER-MARKED (WILKINSON) CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH
This is a Civil War percussion cap pouch. The leather remains in fine overall condition, likely unissued. This pattern has the integral closing tab as an extension of the outer flap. The closing tab… (2025-2031). Learn More »
MODEL 1872 HAGNER CARTRIDGE BOX FOR RHODE ISLAND MILITIA
Black bridle leather cartridge box with lightly embossed “R.I.M.” on the flap. Closing tab stitched and riveted to the outer flap; complete and unbroken. Inside is a two-tier wood block with… (1240-29). Learn More »
EARLIER WAR CONFEDERATE CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX
This well-made brown/black leather carbine or possibly pistol box (compatible with the single shot Palmetto 1842 model pistol for example) is of Confederate manufacture. At first glance from the front… (490-7364). Learn More »
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… (2025-2208). Learn More »
LEATHER SHOULDER SLING FOR CIVIL WAR INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX
This is the bridle leather shoulder sling to support the infantry cartridge boxes of the Civil War. Black leather is approximately 2” wide and 61” long overall. There are two pairs of small cuts… (490-7399). Learn More »
$395.00
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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
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
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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”
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
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
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 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 »
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!
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 »
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
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 »
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
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
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 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
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
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
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 »
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
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 »
EARLY PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX 1830s-1840s
This is a nice example of an American militia cartridge box of the first half of the 19th century. Made of black leather, the flap was painted, likely to give it an easy to maintain shiny surface. The… (490-2793). Learn More »
EXPERIMENTAL CARTRIDGE BOX FOR 56-50 SPENCER AMMUNITION
Black bridle leather cartridge box that looks very much like a US Civil War issue cavalry carbine box. The shape of the body and the flap appear to be the same. It has both roller buckles and the… (490-2796). Learn More »
MAKER MARKED US MODEL 1841 RIFLEMAN’S CARTRIDGE BOX
The leather on this box is in fair condition and has been treated with a leather preservative that has left behind a sticky residue. The outer flap has a good bit of surface finish loss and is… (490-2795). Learn More »
US INDIAN WAR PERIOD FUSE OR FLARE BOX
This black saddle leather box began life as a Hagner Number 2 type cartridge box. The inside was altered by adding a wooden box Overall, the leather is in excellent condition. The exterior flap has a… (490-2800). Learn More »
IDENTIFIED GROUPING OF ARTIFACTS BELONGING TO PRIVATE JABEZ B. OLES 144th NY INFANTRY AND 1st NY ENGINEERS
This grouping comes from a respected central New York collection with an identification that is verbal, but trustworthy and includes the soldier’s regulation issue canteen with his initials… (480-178). Learn More »
$2,025.00
Originally $2,250.00
TIN FOR THE 1841 RIFLEMEN’S CARTRIDGE BOX
Hollow tin rectangle meas. approx. 5 7/8 long x 1.0 wide x 3 11/16 tall with a folded over top edge. Center is free of any dividers. Written in black marker on one side is “M1841 RIFLE” over… (490-2833). Learn More »
NICE CONDITION LEATHER US CAP BOX WITH FAINT MAKER’S MARK
The leather on the outer flap is supple and in good condition. The latch tab is solid and shows only slight wear. The inner flap has both ears and a worn maker’s mark obscured by crazing. Interior… (M18538). Learn More »
ORIGINAL CARTRIDGE BOX THONGS
4.25" long with a tapered cut. Used to hold brass cartridge box plates in place. (M12603). Learn More »
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VERY SCARCE 1799-1800 SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET: 42nd REGIMENT, PITTSYLVANIA
This musket is stamped “42. VA. REGT. PITTSYLVANIA” on the barrel, was later altered to percussion and then shortened for use in the civilian market. It is a scarce survivor from muskets delivered to Virginia by Jame Swan of Boston in January… (1000-241). Learn More »
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