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LARGE, FANCY SILVER TONGS BY “MITCHELL & TYLER” AND “CALDWELL”

LARGE, FANCY SILVER TONGS BY “MITCHELL & TYLER” AND “CALDWELL”

Offered here is a fine set of silver tongs featuring a seashell on one arm and a three-toed claw on the other. The piece measures nearly 8” long overall. The tongs are engraved on one arm with… (1266-960). Learn More »

LARGE 18TH CENTURY SILVER SERVING SPOON BY SILAS WHITE

LARGE 18TH CENTURY SILVER SERVING SPOON BY SILAS WHITE

This is a large serving spoon measuring 9” long overall. The bowl measures nearly 2” x 3” and exhibits light tarnishing while the handle remains bright. The end of the handle is engraved with… (1266-999). Learn More »

SILVER SHOVEL SPOON WITH FRUIT AND GOURD MOTIF BY W.S. BROWN & CO.

SILVER SHOVEL SPOON WITH FRUIT AND GOURD MOTIF BY W.S. BROWN & CO.

Large coin silver “shovel spoon” with attractive designs. This measures approximately 9” long overall with detailed engraving on the handle, a spiral stem, and a “shovel” bowl with raised… (1266-978). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR ERA CARVING SET BY GREEN RIVER WORKS

CIVIL WAR ERA CARVING SET BY GREEN RIVER WORKS

This set consists of a carving knife and fork with stand. The two tined fork meas. approx. 9.75 inches long with a squared bone handle that has yellowed some with age. Attached to the back of the… (213-86). Learn More »

$100.00 per Set
Originally $125.00
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SELECTION OF SILVER NAPKIN RINGS

SELECTION OF SILVER NAPKIN RINGS

These are silver napkin rings appropriate for the fanciest of dining occasions. Napkin rings are an invention of the European bourgeoisie, first appearing in France about 1800 and soon spreading to… (1266-). Learn More »

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS

A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle/War of 1861” pattern identification disk worn by a soldier who saw action in the siege of Port Hudson from May 27 to July 9, 1863, Gen. Nathaniel… (172-6078). Learn More »

2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD

2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD

The badge is brass, made in the shield shape popular for identification pins during war and is pierced at the top for suspension. The face had the outline of a billowing banner or pennant engraved at… (172-6082). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR SILVER IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF (ALIAS) CHARLES H. LEONARD, NEW HAMPSHIRE HEAVY ARTILLERY: SAILOR, SOLDIER, SCOUNDREL

CIVIL WAR SILVER IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF (ALIAS) CHARLES H. LEONARD, NEW HAMPSHIRE HEAVY ARTILLERY: SAILOR, SOLDIER, SCOUNDREL

This attractive badge is stamped in the form of a shield with the upper section recessed and bearing an eagle in relief with spread wings, clutching two U.S. flags on a stippled ground, with the… (172-6077). Learn More »

$1,650.00
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MONOGRAMMED COIN SILVER SOUP LADLE BY S. KIRK & SON

MONOGRAMMED COIN SILVER SOUP LADLE BY S. KIRK & SON

This beautiful coin silver soup or punch ladle was produced circa 1840-1860 by S. Kirk and Son of Baltimore. Of the Mayflower pattern with a lovely scroll design on the handle and monogrammed “E W… (1266-955). Learn More »

SET OF ELEVEN SILVER FORKS BY “W.M. SAVAGE” OF COLUMBUS, OHIO

SET OF ELEVEN SILVER FORKS BY “W.M. SAVAGE” OF COLUMBUS, OHIO

Offered here is a fine matching set of eleven four-tine silver forks. They measure approximately 6.75” long. These are of the “Fiddle” pattern which was very common in the 19th century. All are… (1266-948). Learn More »

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G

This is an exciting piece of specifically identified Civil War history.  This ID disk is in wonderful condition and reads “CHARLES BADGER CO. G 9TH MD. V. ENLISTED JUNE 30TH 1863 BALTIMORE”. … (490-7167). Learn More »

REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN

REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN

This exceedingly rare ID disc belonged to Jas. H. Smythe of Co. H, 2nd (Maryland) E.S. Volunteers - a 9-month regiment.  He enlisted on February 19, 1862 in Baltimore, Maryland at age 42. Before the… (490-7168). Learn More »

IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES H. WOODS, 29th MASSACHUSETTS: WITH THE IRISH BRIGADE ON THE PENINSULA AND AT ANTIETAM!

IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES H. WOODS, 29th MASSACHUSETTS: WITH THE IRISH BRIGADE ON THE PENINSULA AND AT ANTIETAM!

This jeweler-made identification shield is similar to the hollow-stamped silver varieties, but is made of flat metal, though measuring about the same as that type, roughly an inch from point to point.… (172-6075). Learn More »

INSCRIBED 66th OHIO 12th/20th CORPS BADGE: WIA RESACA - JOHN W. HAMER

INSCRIBED 66th OHIO 12th/20th CORPS BADGE: WIA RESACA - JOHN W. HAMER

A very finely engraved brass corps badge, certainly gilt originally, in the shape of a five-pointed star, officially adopted as the badge of the 12th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, March 21, 1863.… (172-6081). Learn More »

$2,250.00
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SET OF FOUR EARLY FIDDLE PATTERN SILVER SERVING SPOONS FROM “WATSON” OF FAUQUIER, VIRGINIA

SET OF FOUR EARLY FIDDLE PATTERN SILVER SERVING SPOONS FROM “WATSON” OF FAUQUIER, VIRGINIA

Offered here is a set of four matching and well-used, silver serving spoons. These measure approximately 9” in length. These spoons are in the “fiddle pattern” which was the most commonly found… (1266-946). Learn More »

VERY FINE CASED SET OF TWELVE COIN SILVER DESSERT KNIVES FROM GALT & BROS.

VERY FINE CASED SET OF TWELVE COIN SILVER DESSERT KNIVES FROM GALT & BROS.

Cased set of twelve matching coin silver dessert knives. Spoons measure approximately 7.25” long; leatherette-bound case measures 8” x 5.5” x 1.25”. All handles are engraved with initials… (1266-943). Learn More »

NILES PATENT TELESCOPING DRINKING CUP OF 1860

NILES PATENT TELESCOPING DRINKING CUP OF 1860

When Goodyear discovered and patented hard rubber in 1851 a new age was upon us. Well, many thought so anyway. New devices were invented and the ingenious rushed to patent improvements on the old.… (286-542). Learn More »

$125.00
Originally $195.00
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SET OF SIX SILVER DESSERT FORKS FROM GALT & BROS.

SET OF SIX SILVER DESSERT FORKS FROM GALT & BROS.

Offered here is a set of six matching silver dessert forks. These four-tine forks measure approximately 6.75” long. All handles are engraved with initials “WMB”. See items #1266-943 and… (1266-945). Learn More »

EARLY APOSTLE SPOON

EARLY APOSTLE SPOON

An apostle spoon is a spoon with an image of an apostle or other saint as the terminal of the handle, each bearing his distinctive emblem. Apostle spoons were particularly popular prior to… (1266-793). Learn More »

SILVER SUGAR SPOON BY W. MITCHELL, RICHMOND, VA

SILVER SUGAR SPOON BY W. MITCHELL, RICHMOND, VA

Offered here is a small silver sugar spoon measuring approximately 3.5”. This piece is of the “Fiddle” pattern which was very common in the 19th century. Lightly engraved on the handle with… (1266-938). Learn More »


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IMPORT MODEL 1850 CIVIL WAR FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO COL. RICHARD M. CORWINE, MEMBER OF GENERAL FREMONT’S STAFF

Original Civil War Model 1850 Field & Staff officer’s sword in nice condition complete with its metal scabbard. Sword is unmarked and is no doubt an import item. It is identified by a presentation inscription to R. M. Corwine, Aide-de-camp to… (870-157). Learn More »

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