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SILVER 22ND CORPS ID BADGE – 1ST D.C. INFANTRY – PVT. THOMAS LYNCH

Offered here is a silver identification badge with t-bar pin on back. Badge is in the shape of a 22nd Corps pentagon cross and engraved with “Tom. / Lynch / 2 D.C.V. / Co. E.” Badge is complete… (1268-147). Learn More »

COMPANY OF MILITARY HISTORIANS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT

ADVANCE NOTICE! Membership Discount Deal for new memberships in the Company of Military Historians: Those joining between May 1 and June 30 can get a special 6-month membership for only $20.00! …. Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF JAMES H. GIBBS, 97th NEW YORK: HE FUDGED HIS AGE GOING INTO THE ARMY AND HIS NAME AFTER GETTING OUT

UNION SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF JAMES H. GIBBS, 97th NEW YORK: HE FUDGED HIS AGE GOING INTO THE ARMY AND HIS NAME AFTER GETTING OUT

Stories of boys lying about their age in order to get into the army and “see the elephant,” are not uncommon. Rarer are men at the other end of the age spectrum, over the 44-year age limit for… (490-7295). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF SHEPHERD B. CRAM -  17th N.H. CONSOLIDATED WITH THE 2nd NEW HAMPSHIRE BEFORE GETTYSBURG

CIVIL WAR SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF SHEPHERD B. CRAM - 17th N.H. CONSOLIDATED WITH THE 2nd NEW HAMPSHIRE BEFORE GETTYSBURG

Civil War items don’t get much more personal or identifiable than a soldier’s stencil. These were commercial products marketed to soldiers and to their friends and family as a considerate parting… (490-7292). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR ERA TIN SHAVING MUG WITH SOAP CUP

CIVIL WAR ERA TIN SHAVING MUG WITH SOAP CUP

Tin shaving mug in solid condition with no dents or holes. There is light surface rust in and out. Tin cup, handle, and large side compartment for razors and such. Drain hole runs from side… (1268-242). Learn More »

$75.00
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POST-CIVIL WAR ROTARY VALVE CORNET

POST-CIVIL WAR ROTARY VALVE CORNET

An unmarked, very good example of the rotary valve cornet, made in brass, and measuring 18” overall. These were introduced about 1830 and replaced keyed bugles in military bands in the 1850s. This… (1268-172). Learn More »

SEA CHANTIES AND CAMPFIRES: CONCERTINA OF JOHN MARTIN, PRIVATE 47th MASS AND MARINER

SEA CHANTIES AND CAMPFIRES: CONCERTINA OF JOHN MARTIN, PRIVATE 47th MASS AND MARINER

A very nice condition concertina in is original hexagonal wood case. This is attractively identified in black ink on one face: “John / Martin / 47th / Mass.” with a bar of music following his… (1268-178). Learn More »

SMALL INK BOTTLE DATING FROM 1840-1860

SMALL INK BOTTLE DATING FROM 1840-1860

Small clear glass ink bottle measures 1.5” tall by just over half an inch in diameter at the base. The mouth of the bottle is just under a quarter of an inch wide. This bottle shows a seam on each… (1239-48). Learn More »

PRIMATIVE WOOD BOX FOR SHAVING KIT

PRIMATIVE WOOD BOX FOR SHAVING KIT

This wood “box” is believed to be for a shaving kit, but could have had other uses. Completely handmade, it measures approximately 7” x 4.5” x 2”; where an extra 1.5” can be added for the… (199-66). Learn More »

$35.00
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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 »


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FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

This map was part of the wartime collection of John Towers, Colonel of the 8th Georgia Infantry and comes to us in a good condition given its age and use.  This high-quality map is a Lloyd’s Official Map of the State of Virginia, predating the… (846-561). Learn More »

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