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JEWELER-MADE IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES C. HUGHES Co. F 83rd PENNSYLVANIA

JEWELER-MADE IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES C. HUGHES Co. F 83rd PENNSYLVANIA

Civil War soldiers had to provide their own methods of identification, with commercial suppliers offering a variety of stamped or engraved badges often in the form of medals or awards. In collecting… (2025-3037). Learn More »

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK OF DRUMMER EDWIN FERRY 61st NEW YORK

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK OF DRUMMER EDWIN FERRY 61st NEW YORK

A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle / War of 1861” pattern identification disk worn by a young drummer from New York who saw some early service in the 61st New York, a very active regiment… (2025-3028). Learn More »

90th PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY JEWELER MADE ID PIN: ANDREW MCLARDY, LOST AN ARM AT ANTIETAM- “A HOT PLACE”

90th PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY JEWELER MADE ID PIN: ANDREW MCLARDY, LOST AN ARM AT ANTIETAM- “A HOT PLACE”

Finely engraved, jeweler-made identification disk worn by Andrew James McLardy, a private in Company B of the 90th Pennsylvania, who lost an arm at Antietam in fighting at the East Woods and… (2025-3073). Learn More »

FOUR-FOLD COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS

FOUR-FOLD COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS

This antique optical instrument from the mid-19th century is a very appealing, four-fold collapsible telescope/spyglass in very good condition. Made of brass, this device is constructed with four… (172-1299). Learn More »

$195.00
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ORIGINAL BRASS-MOUNTED ROSEWOOD FIFE MARKED “F & H”

ORIGINAL BRASS-MOUNTED ROSEWOOD FIFE MARKED “F & H”

This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument of the mid-19th century. In good original condition, this Civil War-era cylindrical fife measures 14.5” long and is made… (490-7483). Learn More »

$125.00
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VICTORIAN LADIES' BUCKLE

VICTORIAN LADIES' BUCKLE

Beautiful black buckle is made of black crepe stones. Original attachment hooks and pin and hook are present on reverse and fully function. Buckle measures approx. 2 ½” x 3”. This would have been… (344-2627). Learn More »

$150.00
Originally $225.00

UNISSUED McCLELLAN “WAR OF 1861” IDENTIFICATION DISK

UNISSUED McCLELLAN “WAR OF 1861” IDENTIFICATION DISK

This is an unissued brass identification disk. The front features a central bust of George B. McClellan and reads “MAJOR GENERAL GEO. B. McCLELLAN / WAR OF 1861”. This was never stamped with a… (344-2965). Learn More »

$225.00
Originally $395.00

CIVIL WAR-ERA “CLOOSE / CROSBY” FIFE

CIVIL WAR-ERA “CLOOSE / CROSBY” FIFE

This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument as used during the Civil War period. In very good original condition, this fife measures 17” long and is made… (490-7484). Learn More »

$145.00
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GENERAL JOHN F. REYNOLDS MOURNING LOCKET

GENERAL JOHN F. REYNOLDS MOURNING LOCKET

A nice example of Victorian mourning jewelry- a gilt locket fitted with swivel loop and black ribbon, containing a thumbnail albumen photographic portrait of Union General John F. Reynolds, killed… (1202-1015). Learn More »

$895.00
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IVORY HANDLED CANE ID’D TO GEORGE H. STUART, MARKED LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

IVORY HANDLED CANE ID’D TO GEORGE H. STUART, MARKED LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

Cane is made of wood which has been stained a dark brown color. Top of cane has a brass ring with ivory handle. Etched on one side of the handle is “GEORGE H. STUART, LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN DECEMBER 21,… (344-1885). Learn More »

$550.00
Originally $750.00

IDENTIFIED CRUTCH – 2nd LT. SAMUEL MCKEE, 143rd/147th PENNSYLVANIA - WIA CHANCELLORSVILLE, KIA ATLANTA CAMPAIGN

IDENTIFIED CRUTCH – 2nd LT. SAMUEL MCKEE, 143rd/147th PENNSYLVANIA - WIA CHANCELLORSVILLE, KIA ATLANTA CAMPAIGN

Samuel McKee enlisted on 10/18/1862 as a 2nd Lieutenant and was mustered into Company I of the 143rd Pennsylvania the same day.  In December of ’62, Sam was transferred to the 147th Pennsylvania… (1268-712). Learn More »

$2,750.00
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VICTORIAN HAIR JEWELRY BRACELET, ENGRAVED WITH “EMILY”

VICTORIAN HAIR JEWELRY BRACELET, ENGRAVED WITH “EMILY”

Hair bracelet has a beautifully engraved gold clasp, which fully functions. The name, “Emily” is engraved in the center. Security chain is present. Bracelet measures approx. 7” long. Hair is… (344-2654). Learn More »

$150.00
Originally $275.00
ON HOLD

ROBERT E. LEE MOURNING COCKADE

ROBERT E. LEE MOURNING COCKADE

Dating to Lee’s death in October 1870, this is a black fabric cockade made in three overlapping tiers sewn to a round, open web backing, mounted with a pinback gilt brass oval photo brooch carrying… (1202-1011). Learn More »

$895.00
ON HOLD

CIVIL WAR SMOKING CAP OF JOHN F. CROSSMAN, 36th MASSACHUSETTS

CIVIL WAR SMOKING CAP OF JOHN F. CROSSMAN, 36th MASSACHUSETTS

Formerly in the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum, this is a great piece for a display focused on Civil War army camp life- an identified Massachusetts soldier’s “smoking cap.” These… (1179-342). Learn More »

ORDER OF UNITED AMERICAN MECHANICS RIBBON WITH LINCOLN MINIATURE TINTYPE

ORDER OF UNITED AMERICAN MECHANICS RIBBON WITH LINCOLN MINIATURE TINTYPE

A black silk memoriam ribbon of the O.U.A.M. with black cockade and gold metallic star at the top. A miniature Abraham Lincoln “gem-type” affixed just under the cockade. An American red, white and… (286-1441). Learn More »

“PIOUS REFLECTIONS” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO 56TH NORTH CAROLINA SOLDIER

“PIOUS REFLECTIONS” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO 56TH NORTH CAROLINA SOLDIER

This small “pocket” book is titled “Pious Reflections, for Every Day in the Month.” Translated from the French of Fenelon, Archbishop pf Cambray. Published by James Loring, CXXXII (132)… (1179-1261). Learn More »

“WHITTINGTON” TRAVEL CHESS SET OF MAJOR EDWARD HOWARD

“WHITTINGTON” TRAVEL CHESS SET OF MAJOR EDWARD HOWARD

Offered here is an antique Whittington travel chess set with engraved plaque on the lid to “Major Edwd. Howard. / Washington, D.C.” This portable Chess Set measures 8″ x 4″ x 4″ when folded… (1266-177). Learn More »

PRESSED GLASS SALT CELLAR, C1850-1870

PRESSED GLASS SALT CELLAR, C1850-1870

Pressed glass was an inexpensive alternative to luxury cut glass.  Frequently, pressed designs copied expensive cut models.  This salt cellar is hexagonal and features six panels with arches in the… (1239-81). Learn More »

RICHARDS PATENT MESS SET

RICHARDS PATENT MESS SET

William Richards stated in his patent application, "the object of this invention is to provide a simple and efficient knife fork and spoon for camp purposes at small cost and which, when not in use,… (490-7284). Learn More »

YELLOWWARE ROCKINGHAM GLAZE PITCHER CIRCA 1850-1870

YELLOWWARE ROCKINGHAM GLAZE PITCHER CIRCA 1850-1870

8 5/8” tall.  E&W Bennett  1850-1858 or Edwin Bennett  1858-1870, Baltimore MD.  The pattern on this pitcher is called “Gypsy”. It depicts a band of gypsies, cooking, a mother and child… (1239-76). Learn More »


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SCARCE, IDENTIFIED AND SOLDIER-MODIFIED ISSUE INFANTRY OVERCOAT: EMANUEL CAVE CO. H 69th OHIO, WIA MISSIONARY RIDGE

This regulation issue infantry overcoat was brought home by Emanuel Cave. Co. H, 69th Ohio, descended directly in the family to a great-grandson along with Cave’s knapsack and canteen, comes with two old handwritten and one typewritten notes on the… (1268-273). Learn More »

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