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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 »

SET OF COIN SILVER DESSERT FORKS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

SET OF COIN SILVER DESSERT FORKS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

A beautiful set of dessert forks in excellent condition. The measure approx. 6 ¾” in length. Excellent, clean condition.  Each is engraved on the handled in script letters: “May”.  Marked on… (1266-932). Learn More »

PAIR OF ENGRAVED 19TH CENTURY STERLING SILVER SERVING SPOONS BY HARRIS & SHAFER

PAIR OF ENGRAVED 19TH CENTURY STERLING SILVER SERVING SPOONS BY HARRIS & SHAFER

An attractive pair of spoons measuring approx. 8 ½” in length, each engraved on the handle in script letters, “Vandeventer / 1841 – 1891”.  Perhaps they were a 50th wedding anniversary gift.… (1266-942). Learn More »

VERY NICE UNION CASE FOR SIXTH-PLATE IMAGE

VERY NICE UNION CASE FOR SIXTH-PLATE IMAGE

Very nice conditioned Union case for housing a sixth-plate ambro or tintype. The exterior pattern is titled Geometric Floral and is in excellent condition. The raised pattern is sharp and free of… (1000-1362). Learn More »

$160.00
Originally $200.00

SCARCE F.B. SMITH MADE WASHINGTON BUST IDENTIFICATION TAG OF LUTHER RICE – 14th and 1st MASS HEAVY ARTILLERY: HE UNDERSTATED HIS AGE TO GET INTO SERVICE

SCARCE F.B. SMITH MADE WASHINGTON BUST IDENTIFICATION TAG OF LUTHER RICE – 14th and 1st MASS HEAVY ARTILLERY: HE UNDERSTATED HIS AGE TO GET INTO SERVICE

We are used to stories of underage soldiers lying about their age or getting a guardian’s permission to enlist out of patriotism and adventure. There were also a number of recruits at the other end… (172-6080). Learn More »

SMALL COIN SILVER LADLE BY J. ERWIN OF BALTIMORE WITH 1817 ASSAY DATE

SMALL COIN SILVER LADLE BY J. ERWIN OF BALTIMORE WITH 1817 ASSAY DATE

This American solid coin silver ladle measuring 6 ¾” in length was made by John Erwin of Baltimore, MD. The only time and place in the U.S. where hallmarks were required on silver was in Baltimore… (1266-940). Learn More »

CIRCA 1860’S “MAYFLOWER” SOUP LADLE BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO OF BALTIMORE

CIRCA 1860’S “MAYFLOWER” SOUP LADLE BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO OF BALTIMORE

This beautiful coin silver soup or punch ladle was produced circa 1860’s by Canfield Bro. & Co. of Baltimore, MD.  Of the Mayflower pattern with a lovely scroll design on the handle and… (1266-956). Learn More »

DUG CIVIL WAR ID DISK FOR 12TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES (41st PENNSYLVANIA) SOLDIER

DUG CIVIL WAR ID DISK FOR 12TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES (41st PENNSYLVANIA) SOLDIER

Front of the tag has a bust of General McClellan surrounded by “MAJOR GENERAL GEO. B. MCCLELLAN / WAR OF 1861.” Face is dark with gilt remaining in the low areas. Reverse is stamped “DANIEL… (1000-1836). Learn More »

$1,800.00
Originally $2,250.00

BARDOU & SON RIFLE RANGE TELESCOPE – MADE IN PARIS, FRANCE

BARDOU & SON RIFLE RANGE TELESCOPE – MADE IN PARIS, FRANCE

Brass body covered in leather measures 10 ¼ inches when closed. When extended the five brass sections measure approx. 35 ¼” inches. Leather covering shows light wear all over, top section has… (172-4965). Learn More »

$180.00
Originally $225.00

GLASS MEMORIAL PLATE FOR PRESIDENT JAMES A. GARFIELD

GLASS MEMORIAL PLATE FOR PRESIDENT JAMES A. GARFIELD

Ten inch glass plate issued as a memorial for President James A. Garfield after his assassination in 1881. The plate has a border decoration of laurel leaves arranged in groups of three around a… (172-5313). Learn More »

$35.00
Originally $45.00

CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S WATCH FOB: 96th PENNSYLVANIA

CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S WATCH FOB: 96th PENNSYLVANIA

A white metal shield-shaped watch or key fob stamped “W E HAY, G.A.R. No. 146 Colorado. PO. Pa.” with crossed rifles with bayonets and three chain links. Measures approx. 1" x 1 1/4". Pennsylvania… (2024-2393). 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 »

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 »

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 »


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