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DUG CIVIL WAR CROSSED SABERS CAVALRY INSIGNIA FROM SHILOH

DUG CIVIL WAR CROSSED SABERS CAVALRY INSIGNIA FROM SHILOH

Stamped brass crossed sabers insignia in good condition. Insignia was meant for wear on the crown of the forage cap, kepi or slouch hat. The face has a light brown dusty patina. Reverse is missing the… (490-5721). Learn More »

$200.00
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DUG HARDEE HAT EAGLE INSIGNIA FROM SHILOH

DUG HARDEE HAT EAGLE INSIGNIA FROM SHILOH

Stamped brass “Jeff Davis” or Hardee Hat eagle insignia used to pin up the side of the Model 1858 Army felt dress hat. Brass surface has a dark patina with a small crack at bottom near the… (490-5723). Learn More »

BULLET IN WOOD RECOVERED AT CHICKAMAUGA, GA

BULLET IN WOOD RECOVERED AT CHICKAMAUGA, GA

Excavated remains of a tree with a bullet fired into it.  An undetermined bullet is partially visible. Wood was split in two to expose the bullet, re-glued in place to give it a “clam shell”… (490-5903). Learn More »

BULLET IN WOOD RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG, VA

BULLET IN WOOD RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG, VA

Excavated remains of a tree with a bullet fired into it.  An undetermined bullet is partially visible. Wood was split in two to expose the bullet, re-glued in place to give it a “clam shell”… (490-5914). Learn More »

$165.00
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DUG PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD BAYONET FROM FREDERICKSBURG

DUG PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD BAYONET FROM FREDERICKSBURG

Bayonet has full length blade and socket with mortise. Locking ring is frozen and missing the adjustment screw. Blade has a slight bend to it. No markings are visible. Surfaces are covered in a heavy… (2022-1318). Learn More »

$125.00
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DUG PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD BAYONET FROM ANTIETAM

DUG PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD BAYONET FROM ANTIETAM

Bayonet has full length blade and socket with mortise. Locking ring is missing. No markings are visible. Iron surface is dark and covered in a light rust. Item was recovered in 1980 or 81 near the… (2023-2470). Learn More »

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR WOOD “BULLET” BY JOHN GOOD

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR WOOD “BULLET” BY JOHN GOOD

This is a Gettysburg souvenir from John Good and his “Gettysburg Battlefield Novelty Works.” He was specifically known for his talents at wood working and “fancy turning” to create souvenirs… (236-371). Learn More »

US/CS 4.52-INCH 12LB SPHERICAL SHOT RECOVERED WEST OF GETTYSBURG

US/CS 4.52-INCH 12LB SPHERICAL SHOT RECOVERED WEST OF GETTYSBURG

Iron 12-lb spherical solid shot with a dark patina and light pitting throughout. There is no mold seam visible. Projectile was recovered west of Gettysburg.   [AD]… (2023-2331). Learn More »

SELECTION OF AMERICAN WAR OF 1812 BUTTONS

Below is listed a selection of relic condition American War of 1812 buttons.  Click on the links to see photos of the front and back of each button.  All are coat size except where noted. Please…. Learn More »

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Light chocolate patina to face, with a few scattered spots of verdigris. Shank present though partially bent.  It appears there is a backmark present but is not legible. This button was found by… (1163-131I). Learn More »

$75.00
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US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Mottled coloring to face; eagle is worn in places. Backmark partially visible, “ * EXTRA *”. Shank present though partially bent. This button was found by local Gettysburg resident and relic… (1163-131E). Learn More »

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Patina is a mix of light chocolate with areas of dark brown/black. Shank present, though bent; backmark appears to be present but is obscured. This button was found by local Gettysburg resident and… (1163-131D). Learn More »

$75.00
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US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Rich light chocolate patina.  Very minor push to face between eagle’s head and left wing. Shank present; backmark “SCOVILL MFG CO WATERBURY”. This button was found by local Gettysburg resident… (1163-131C). Learn More »

IRON SCALE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

IRON SCALE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

This Gettysburg recovered item is part of an iron scale. It measures 19 inches in length. Stamped into the scale is the number 99 above VANWART / WARRANTED BEST QUALITY. It appears to be a 100-pound… (224-786). Learn More »

U.S. ARMY MODEL 1892 CURB BIT ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

U.S. ARMY MODEL 1892 CURB BIT ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

This piece of US horse equipment is an original U.S. Army curb bit of the 1892 First Pattern, (a.k.a. the Whipple Bit) and was once owned by Gettysburg native J. Howard Wert. In strong condition, this… (224-790). Learn More »

MODEL 1855/61 GUN TOOL ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

MODEL 1855/61 GUN TOOL ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

Recovered at Gettysburg, this item is a complete Model 1855/61 gun tool. It is heavily rusted and the screwdriver tip is rusted tight.   At the time of the Gettysburg campaign, twenty-two year-old… (224-792). Learn More »

$87.50
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MODEL 1855/61 GUN TOOL ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

MODEL 1855/61 GUN TOOL ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

Recovered at Gettysburg, this item is a complete Model 1855/61 gun tool. It is heavily rusted and the screwdriver tip is rusted tight.   At the time of the Gettysburg campaign, twenty-two year-old… (224-791). Learn More »

$87.50
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U.S. MODEL 1874 CAVALRY CURB BIT ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

U.S. MODEL 1874 CAVALRY CURB BIT ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

This piece of original US horse equipment is an original U.S. cavalry curb bit of the 1874 pattern. In strong condition, this iron bridle bit has a hard pockmarked surface with moderated rust pitting.… (224-788). Learn More »

ORIGINAL, CIVIL WAR MINIE BALL LODGED IN WOOD ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

ORIGINAL, CIVIL WAR MINIE BALL LODGED IN WOOD ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

This wartime artifact is an original Union minie ball lodged in a small section of wood, recovered at Gettysburg. The lead projectile is a .58 cal 3-ring minie ball that hit a tree or fence and… (224-787). Learn More »

CIVILIAN SPUR ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

CIVILIAN SPUR ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

Offered is a civilian type pre-war spur recovered at Gettysburg. It is the style without a rowel. It appears to be made from German silver. It has two studs attached, one with a link of silver chain… (224-789). Learn More »


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ENGRAVED GOLD 20th CONNECTICUT REGIMENTAL BADGE WITH BATTLE HONORS OF LT. OLIVER TAYLOR DOOLITTLE

This is a beautiful gold, engraved and identified regimental badge of the 20th Connecticut, which fought in the Army of the Potomac and Army of the Cumberland, seeing action at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, the Atlanta Campaign, the March to the Sea,… (622-434). Learn More »

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