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“HOUSEWIFE” WITH VERBAL ID – LT. WILLIAM GOODALE, 11th NEW YORK CAVALRY

“HOUSEWIFE” WITH VERBAL ID – LT. WILLIAM GOODALE, 11th NEW YORK CAVALRY

Lieutenant Goodale was 44 years old when he enlisted on January 20th, 1862 at Staten Island. That same day, he was commissioned into Company D of the 11th New York Cavalry.  His service term was… (2024-1281). Learn More »

$295.00
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SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY J. LYNCH

SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY J. LYNCH

This is a nice pair of silver tongs measuring 6.5” long overall. Features acorn-shaped bowls at ends of arms. Hallmark of “J. LYNCH” on inside of one arm with another well-worn mark on the… (1266-974). Learn More »

VERY SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS

VERY SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS

This is a very small pair of silver tongs measuring only 3.5” long overall. Initials “M.L.W.” on one arm. Detailed clam-shell ends. Hallmark on inside of both arms “TREASURE.” Fine… (1266-973). Learn More »

ANDREW GREGG TUCKER POST 52 G.A.R. PLINTH, LEWISBURG, PA, HONORING THE 142nd PA OFFICER KILLED AT GETTSYBURG, WITH A BATTLEFIELD PICKUP BAYONET

ANDREW GREGG TUCKER POST 52 G.A.R. PLINTH, LEWISBURG, PA, HONORING THE 142nd PA OFFICER KILLED AT GETTSYBURG, WITH A BATTLEFIELD PICKUP BAYONET

This “Black Granite” plinth is painted in gold with the name of the G.A.R. post in which it was used, along with the donor’s name, and the date and location where that post’s officer … (2024-1366). Learn More »

EXCELLENT “HOUSEWIFE” WITH ORIGINAL CONTENTS

EXCELLENT “HOUSEWIFE” WITH ORIGINAL CONTENTS

This period sewing kit comes to us in a very nice condition.  The exterior is finished in a textured black leather with gold silk ribbon borders.  As is typical of age and use, the outer portion… (2024-2101). Learn More »

$225.00
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SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS

SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS

This is an elaborately decorated small pair of silver tongs measuring 4.5” long overall. Features raised “leaf” pattern on arms. Initials “C.F.W.” on spring end. Detailed chicken claw-footed… (1266-972). Learn More »

SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY GORHAM

SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY GORHAM

This is a nice small pair of silver tongs measuring 4” long overall. Features raised “dot” spoon handle pattern on arms. Initials “L.A.W.” on spring end. Claw-footed ends. Hallmark of Gorham… (1266-971). Learn More »

SET OF ELEVEN COIN SILVER TEASPOONS BY W.M. SAVAGE OF KENTUCKY

SET OF ELEVEN COIN SILVER TEASPOONS BY W.M. SAVAGE OF KENTUCKY

Attractive set of spoons of with simple design; each is monogrammed, “Snowden” in script lettering. Maker marked on the reverse, “W.M. SAVAGE”.  Measure 5 ½” in length. Overall very nice… (1266-941). Learn More »

SET OF FOUR 19TH CENTURY COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY G.D. CLARK OF BALTIMORE

SET OF FOUR 19TH CENTURY COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY G.D. CLARK OF BALTIMORE

An attractive set of forks measuring 8” in length with scroll designs on the handle. Monogrammed “RC” in script lettering. Maker marked in the reverse of the handles, “G. D.… (1266-933). Learn More »

WELL-WORN CIVIL WAR BROGANS

WELL-WORN CIVIL WAR BROGANS

Officially known as the M1851 Jefferson Bootee, the simple but rugged “brogan” was the standard issue shoe for both US and CS forces during the Civil War. They have a medium rise upper with four… (1268-019). Learn More »

GILT BRASS AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL OPERA GLASSES BY LEMAIRE

GILT BRASS AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL OPERA GLASSES BY LEMAIRE

Lemaire was one of the better-regarded optical instrument makers in the 19th century. This is an elegant pair of opera glasses in their original carrying case. The binoculars are gilt brass and… (1266-142). Learn More »

PAIR OF COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, DC

PAIR OF COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, DC

Very nice condition forks measuring 8” in length. Etched with initials, “WMB”. “S LEWIS” mark on reverse of handle along with touch marks. Samuel Lewis, born in 1818, was apprenticed to… (1266-935). Learn More »

C1860 COIN SILVER TONGS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

C1860 COIN SILVER TONGS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

Outstanding condition tongs produced in Baltimore by Canfield Bro. & Co. Measure 8 ¼” in length. Marked on the inside, “CANFIELD BRO. & CO.” Canfield & Brothers was formed in 1835… (1266-957). Learn More »

OPERA GLASSES BY T.F. GUION OF NEW ORLEANS

OPERA GLASSES BY T.F. GUION OF NEW ORLEANS

Thomas F. Guion of New Orleans will be familiar to Civil War collectors as a dealer in “gentleman’s furnishings” at a “fancy and variety” store at 20 Camp Street from at least 1841 to 1869… (1266-281). Learn More »

SILVER SUGAR TONGS

SILVER SUGAR TONGS

This is a nice pair of silver tongs measuring 6” long overall. Features nice engraved edge design on arms. Initials “P.L.M.” on spring end. Small spoon bowl ends. Hallmark on both arms appears… (1266-959). Learn More »

SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY W. MITCHELL, JR.

SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY W. MITCHELL, JR.

This is a nice older pair of silver tongs measuring 6.5” long overall. Features scalloped edges at top with small oval bowls at ends of arms. Hallmark of “W. MITCHELL JR.” within a ribbon on… (1266-975). Learn More »

LARGE SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY CANFIELD

LARGE SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY CANFIELD

This is a long pair of silver tongs measuring 6.5” long overall. Initials “A.B.S.” on spring end. Detailed sea-shell ends. Hallmarked on inside of both arms “CANFIELD [star] 10.15” Fine… (1266-958). Learn More »

MID-19TH CENTURY TODDY LADLE BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

MID-19TH CENTURY TODDY LADLE BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

Excellent condition small ladle measures 6 ½” in length. Etched with initials, “WMB”. “S LEWIS” mark on reverse of handle. This ladle was used to serve Hot Toddy (Hot water, whiskey, lemon,… (1266-936). Learn More »

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN BRONZE

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN BRONZE

These wartime medals were made in France and brought in through the blockade. According to the best modern study, by Pete Bertram in Confederate Numismatica, they show up in white metal, bronze,… (1266-377). Learn More »

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN SILVERED WHITE METAL

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN SILVERED WHITE METAL

These wartime medals were made in France and brought in through the blockade. According to the best modern study, by Pete Bertram in Confederate Numismatica, they show up in white metal, bronze,… (1266-376). Learn More »


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SCARCE NEW MODEL 1865 SHARPS STILL IN PERCUSSION NEAR FACTORY NEW

There are no appreciable differences between the NM1863 and NM1865 Sharps other than the stamped model designation by the company, and its occasional absence, which some have speculated was due to worn out or broken old dies, or was a marketing ploy… (490-2531). Learn More »

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