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RARE .36 CALIBER “DOUBLE-END” BULLET FOR THE VANDENBERG VOLLEY GUN

RARE .36 CALIBER “DOUBLE-END” BULLET FOR THE VANDENBERG VOLLEY GUN

The Vandenberg volley gun was the invention of a former New York militia officer, General Origen Vandenburg. Based on the French Mitrailleuse weapons design of the 1850s, the Vandenburgh consisted of… (2022-2613). Learn More »

MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

MAINE “VMM” CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

These plates for wear on the flaps of the cartridge box followed the standard U.S. 1839 version, but with VMM, instead of U.S., stamped in the rolled brass for “Volunteer Militia of Maine.” These… (1156-33). Learn More »

MAINE VOLUNTEER “VMM” BELT PLATE

MAINE VOLUNTEER “VMM” BELT PLATE

These plates for wear on the flaps of the cartridge box followed the standard U.S. 1839 version, but with VMM, instead of U.S., stamped in the rolled brass for “Volunteer Militia of Maine.” These… (1156-32). Learn More »

DROPPED US .58 CAL. SWAG BASE MINIE BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

DROPPED US .58 CAL. SWAG BASE MINIE BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

This item was recovered by local Gettysburg resident John Cullison, who excavated relics on the field from 1935-1959.  Cullison sold his collection to the famed Rosensteel family of Gettysburg, who… (R17319). Learn More »

FIRED US .69 CAL. ROUND BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

FIRED US .69 CAL. ROUND BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

This item was recovered by local Gettysburg resident John Cullison, who excavated relics on the field from 1935-1959.  Cullison sold his collection to the famed Rosensteel family of Gettysburg, who… (R17318). Learn More »

RARE SQUARE-SHANK WILLIAMS BULLET FOR UNION REPEATING GUN (AGAR, COFFEE MILL)

RARE SQUARE-SHANK WILLIAMS BULLET FOR UNION REPEATING GUN (AGAR, COFFEE MILL)

.58 caliber, Union Repeating Gun bullet, early pattern with two deep “V” shaped grooves and square pin. Smooth tan patina. Two large dings on one side, still weaving a good displayable side.… (2022-2551). Learn More »

POSSIBLE RICHMOND MANUFACTURED BAYONET FOR THE LORENZ

POSSIBLE RICHMOND MANUFACTURED BAYONET FOR THE LORENZ

Bayonet is complete with a full-length triangular blade, socket and frozen locking ring. All are encrusted with a thin layer of rust. No markings are visible. The socket is thin and crudely made. The… (490-3226). Learn More »

EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT HARPER’S FERRY

EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT HARPER’S FERRY

Pattern 1826 eagle breastplate with a nice even chocolate patina and good detail to the striking of the eagle. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill but only the remains of both attachment loops. Written… (490-4252). Learn More »

$225.00
ON HOLD

.69 CALIBER PRESSED AND TURNED “NO-RING PRUSSIAN” BULLET

.69 CALIBER PRESSED AND TURNED “NO-RING PRUSSIAN” BULLET

Offered here is a very nice example of a Northern, arsenal-made bullet. This style of bullet was machine pressed to form the nose and cavity, then turned on a lathe to finish the shoulder and grooves.… (2022-2627). Learn More »

.58 CALIBER MINIE BALL WITH CASTING FLAW

.58 CALIBER MINIE BALL WITH CASTING FLAW

Here is a “dug” three-groove minie ball with a slight extension from the cavity. This flaw is likely caused by the base plug not being properly seated in the mold. This casting error has made for… (2022-2518). Learn More »

RARE .58 CALIBER “RALEIGH” BULLET

RARE .58 CALIBER “RALEIGH” BULLET

Here is an example of the rarest size of the Confederate Raleigh pattern bullet.  With typical raised bands and pointy nose, but in .58 caliber. Manufactured at the North Carolina Institute for the… (2022-2624). Learn More »

SLICE OF CONFEDERATE FLAG POLE FROM RICHMOND

SLICE OF CONFEDERATE FLAG POLE FROM RICHMOND

Here is a 3/8” thick slice of wood that measures 4 ¼” in diameter. Glued to one side is the remains of an old, printed label: “Richmond, Va., May 20, 1890. I, C.L. Parker, hereby cer[tify] that… (1030-324). Learn More »

$780.00
Originally $975.00

RARE .58 CALIBER GARDINER EXPLOSIVE BULLET

RARE .58 CALIBER GARDINER EXPLOSIVE BULLET

Samuel Gardiner received patent #40,468 on November 23, 1863 for his exploding bullet or “musket shell.” These are .58 caliber 3-groove bullets for rifle muskets but with several distinctive… (2022-2643). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE CAST .577 CALIBER ENFIELD BULLET WITH TEAT

CONFEDERATE CAST .577 CALIBER ENFIELD BULLET WITH TEAT

For the Enfield P-1853 rifle, but also used in the .58 caliber Springfield rifle musket. This specimen is a .577 caliber Enfield, cast in the South, teat base. Nice patina.  [jet]… (2022-2561). Learn More »

.577 CALIBER ENFIELD BULLET WITH [6-SPOKE/RIMLESS WHEEL]

.577 CALIBER ENFIELD BULLET WITH [6-SPOKE/RIMLESS WHEEL]

For the Enfield P-1853 rifle, but also used in the .58 caliber Springfield rifle musket. Enfield bullets made in England were machine pressed. A punch that formed the cavity was often engraved and… (2022-2557). Learn More »

DROPPED US .69 CAL. MINIE BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

DROPPED US .69 CAL. MINIE BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

This item was recovered by local Gettysburg resident John Cullison, who excavated relics on the field from 1935-1959.  Cullison sold his collection to the famed Rosensteel family of Gettysburg, who… (R17317). Learn More »

FIRED US .52 CAL. SHARPS BULLET RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

FIRED US .52 CAL. SHARPS BULLET RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

This item was recovered by local Gettysburg resident John Cullison, who excavated relics on the field from 1935-1959.  Cullison sold his collection to the famed Rosensteel family of Gettysburg, who… (R17312). Learn More »

PULLED US .58 CAL. MINIE BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

PULLED US .58 CAL. MINIE BALL RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG BY JOHN CULLISON

This item was recovered by local Gettysburg resident John Cullison, who excavated relics on the field from 1935-1959.  Cullison sold his collection to the famed Rosensteel family of Gettysburg, who… (R17311). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

Plate is in solid condition. There are no visible cracks or chips. The edge is complete with no missing brass however one side is pushed in a bit causing the plate to be out of round. Eagle is… (2022-1425). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT FREDERICKSBURG

Plate has a slight concave appearance. It is complete despite three minor freeze cracks in the edge. There is no missing brass. Eagle stamping is visible but is subdued in areas due to dirt build… (2022-1429). Learn More »


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GREAT LOT OF ACCOUTREMENTS ID'D TO 11TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY SOLDIER

This group of items all came together with two wonderful old handwritten tags testifying to the fact that they all belonged to Private James W. Pierce of the 11th Massachusetts Battery. All the items in this group show uniform wear and age and have… (1179-295). Learn More »

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