Military Accoutrements

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BOYD AND SONS CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

BOYD AND SONS CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

Introduced in 1839 to be ornamental and functional, the cartridge box plate was made of stamped, rolled brass with a lead solder filled back and served to keep the box flap down even if the soldier… (766-1569). Learn More »

$275.00
Originally $325.00

MAINE VOLUNTEER MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM CASTLEMAN’S FERRY

MAINE VOLUNTEER MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM CASTLEMAN’S FERRY

This is a nice chocolate brown color excavated VMM box plate found at Castleman’s Ferry, Virginia. This is on the Shenandoah River and was the scene of the Battle of Cool Spring in 1864, but was the… (766-1541). Learn More »

$1,250.00
Originally $1,450.00

28th NEW JERSEY PAINTED REGIMENTAL EAGLE DRUM IDENTIFIED TO DRUMMER AARON BUZZEE, COMPANY K: FREDERICKSBURG AND CHANCELLORSVILLE!

28th NEW JERSEY PAINTED REGIMENTAL EAGLE DRUM IDENTIFIED TO DRUMMER AARON BUZZEE, COMPANY K: FREDERICKSBURG AND CHANCELLORSVILLE!

This Civil War regimental eagle drum has a totally original painted designation to the 28th New Jersey and drummer Aaron Buzzee of Company K. The regiment enlisted for just nine months service in Fall… (766-1858). Learn More »

$6,500.00
Originally $7,500.00

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 »

MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

These plates for wear on the flaps of the cartridge box followed the standard U.S. 1839 version, but with VMM, instead of U.S., stamped in the rolled brass for “Volunteer Militia of Maine.” These… (1156-33). 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 »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

Plate is in solid condition. There are no visible cracks or chips. The edge is complete with no missing brass however one side is pushed in a bit causing the plate to be out of round. Eagle is… (2022-1425). Learn More »

DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE

DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE

Face has a wonderful dark patina throughout. Detail to the eagle is very good however the plate has a small piece of missing material at bottom center. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with a nice… (595-1901). Learn More »

DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE WITH BAYONET MARKS

DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE WITH BAYONET MARKS

Face has a dark patina throughout with small light patches of discoloration. Detail to the eagle is good. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with a nice smooth finish. Only one of the hooks are… (595-1903). Learn More »

SKIN ONLY OF A US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE

SKIN ONLY OF A US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE

Skin is in good condition with no cracks or missing material. Nice patina to the face and good detail to the eagle. One edge is slightly pushed causing the plate to be out of round a bit. Reverse has… (1184-97). Learn More »

DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE

DUG PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE

Face is in nice condition and free of cracks and chips. Detail to the eagle is good however some of it is subdued due to the contrasting light and dark surface patina. Reverse has 100% of the lead and… (565-1902). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

Plate is in solid condition. There are no visible cracks or chips. The edge is complete with no missing brass. Eagle is slightly subdued by the brown dirt patina which has filled in some of the lower… (2022-1428). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

Plate is in solid condition. There are no visible cracks or chips. The edge is complete with no missing brass. Eagle is slightly subdued by the brown dirt patina which has filled in some of the lower… (2022-1426). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN

CONFEDERATE WOOD DRUM CANTEEN

This is the classic Civil War Confederate wood canteen made with simple lathe-turned front and back faces under curved and grooved staves secured with narrow iron hoops that are in turn kept in place… (490-4172). Learn More »

$2,450.00
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MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM ORANGE, VIRGINIA

MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM ORANGE, VIRGINIA

These plates, measuring 56 X 87mm, followed the standard U.S. 1839 version, but with VMM stamped in the rolled brass indicating Volunteer Militia of Maine. These were paired on equipment with the… (1184-148). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR NCO ROUND EAGLE SHOULDER BELT PLATE

CIVIL WAR NCO ROUND EAGLE SHOULDER BELT PLATE

These plates were introduced in 1826 for use on the bayonet shoulder belt. When the bayonet was switched to wear on the waistbelt in the early 1840s these plates with hooks were relegated to use on… (1184-136). Learn More »

LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK

LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK

This is a Cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with weapons fitted with sling rings (musketoon, rifled carbine, and all patented breech-loading carbines). The sling was to be worn over the left… (160-80). Learn More »

US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE, FROM G.A.R. POST 551 COLLECTION (YORK SPRINGS, PA)

US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE, FROM G.A.R. POST 551 COLLECTION (YORK SPRINGS, PA)

This Federal shoulder belt plate is of the regulation 1826 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear eagle in the center. Face has a… (2022-1849). Learn More »

MAINE VOLUNTEER “VMM” BELT PLATE FROM ORANGE, VA

MAINE VOLUNTEER “VMM” BELT PLATE FROM ORANGE, VA

O’Donnell and Campbell date the purchase of these plates by the state of Maine between 1855 and 1861 for the Volunteer Militia of Maine, organized in 1851, and which furnished ten regiments of… (1184-144). Learn More »


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CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S UNIFORM GROUP OF LIEUTENANT, CAPTAIN AND MAJOR HUGH MORTIMER NELSON: 1st VA CAVALRY, 6th VA CAVALRY, ADC TO EWELL, WIA GAINES MILL

This wonderful Confederate officer’s grouping came directly out of the family, from the officer’s great-great-grandson in 1995, and went into the collection of esteemed artist, collector and historian Don Troiani, who pictured parts of it in his… (153-09). Learn More »

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