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RELIC ISAAC & CAMPBELL KNAPSACK HOOK

RELIC ISAAC & CAMPBELL KNAPSACK HOOK

This is an excavated Confederate knapsack buckle from an imported knapsack manufactured by S. Isaac Campbell & Company in London. This company supplied numerous articles of war to the… (1184-304). Learn More »

RELIC STATE OF NEW YORK “SNY” BELT PLATE

RELIC STATE OF NEW YORK “SNY” BELT PLATE

This is a nice excavated SNY belt plate. Pattern 1839 belt buckle with puppy-paw hooks. Beautiful brown face with the letters “SNY” in the center. Light wear over face with smooth chocolate brown… (2022-1554). Learn More »

SKIN ONLY OF A US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE DUG AT FREDERICKSBURG

SKIN ONLY OF A US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE DUG AT FREDERICKSBURG

The face is slightly discolored from ground action leaving a mix of dark and light patina. The darker portion is along the bottom half of the eagle. The surface of the plate has a light waviness to it… (2022-1410). Learn More »

RELIC CONFEDERATE CAVALRY HORSE BIT

RELIC CONFEDERATE CAVALRY HORSE BIT

This is an excavated iron horse bit. Non-regulation pattern that was typical of Confederate use. It measures 5.5” wide x 7.5” long. Straight cheek piece with 1.5” diameter rein rings. Iron is… (1184-85). Learn More »

RELIC PAIR OF CIVIL WAR ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALES

RELIC PAIR OF CIVIL WAR ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALES

Introduced in 1851 for mounted troops, brass shoulder scales were decorative, but were also meant to be a shoulder defense against saber cuts. In 1854/55 they became regulation for all branches of… (1184-299). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE .69 CALIBER “BRITISH SEA SERVICE” RIFLED MUSKET BULLET

CONFEDERATE .69 CALIBER “BRITISH SEA SERVICE” RIFLED MUSKET BULLET

Collectors call this a “British Sea Service” bullet because of its reference in a very early bullet reference book. However, there is no research to support this. It is a Confederate-made bullet… (1184-365). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE .50 CALIBER “MACON” CARBINE BULLET

CONFEDERATE .50 CALIBER “MACON” CARBINE BULLET

Known as the Macon carbine bullet for no particular reason, this bullet features a round nose, two grooves, and a solid base. Bullet has been fired but remains in excellent condition with only faint… (1184-369). Learn More »

RELIC .36 CALIBER BRASS TWO-CAVITY BULLET MOLD – RECOVERED NEAR FREDERICSBURG

RELIC .36 CALIBER BRASS TWO-CAVITY BULLET MOLD – RECOVERED NEAR FREDERICSBURG

This is an excavated .36 caliber two cavity bullet mold for “Navy” revolvers. The mold halves are brass with a steel sprue cutter, screw, and pins. The mold is approximately 5” in overall… (2022-1313). Learn More »

POST CIVIL WAR VIRGINIA TWO-PIECE SWORD BELT BUCKLE

POST CIVIL WAR VIRGINIA TWO-PIECE SWORD BELT BUCKLE

This sword belt plate is very similar to some wartime and prewar Virginia plates, but we feel it probably postdates the war, though excavated in Orange, Virginia. The central disk with narrow edge… (1184-117). Learn More »

RELIC BRASS STAR & CRESCENT CAPE PIN EXCAVATED AT ROULETTE FARM, ANTIETAM

RELIC BRASS STAR & CRESCENT CAPE PIN EXCAVATED AT ROULETTE FARM, ANTIETAM

Excavated brass cape pin. Although not actually a “pin,” a thin chain connected two such pieces and was run through button holes to hold a cape closed. These are found in various shapes including… (490-3794). Learn More »

RELIC BRASS STAR & CRESCENT-SHAPED CAPE PIN & CHAIN EXCAVATED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC BRASS STAR & CRESCENT-SHAPED CAPE PIN & CHAIN EXCAVATED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

Excavated brass cape pin and chain. Although not actually a “pin,” a chain connected two such pieces and was run through button holes to hold a cape closed. These are found in various shapes… (2022-1349). Learn More »

RELIC BRASS STAR-SHAPED CAPE PIN EXCAVATED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC BRASS STAR-SHAPED CAPE PIN EXCAVATED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

Excavated brass cape pin. Although not actually a “pin,” a thin chain connected two such pieces and was run through button holes to hold a cape closed. These are found in various shapes including… (2022-1394). Learn More »

RELIC CIVIL WAR PICKET PIN – RECOVERED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC CIVIL WAR PICKET PIN – RECOVERED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

This is an excavated Civil War iron picket pin.  A regulation piece of equipment for cavalrymen. Used to stake-down a horse temporarily while on picket or grazing. Measures 11 ½” long overall.… (2022-1391). Learn More »

RELIC WW1-ERA USMC QM DEPARTMENT BADGE

RELIC WW1-ERA USMC QM DEPARTMENT BADGE

This is an excavated badge from an employee at the U.S.M.C. quartermaster department. The brass badge is engraved “U.S.M.C. / 1098 / Q.M. DEPT.” and has an even “dug” green patina. There is a… (2022-1369). Learn More »

RELIC “STAR” DEVICE RECOVERED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC “STAR” DEVICE RECOVERED NEAR FREDERICKSBURG

This is an excavated brass star. The piece has a smooth chocolate-brown patina overall. Measures 35mm across. A small central hole on the back side is the only indication of where an attachment device… (2022-1346). Learn More »

SECTION OF M1863 MUSKET WITH BLOWN BARREL FOUND IN PENNSYLVANIA CAVE

SECTION OF M1863 MUSKET WITH BLOWN BARREL FOUND IN PENNSYLVANIA CAVE

Offered here is the rear portion of a Model 1863 rifle musket, with severe damage, that was reportedly found in a Western Pennsylvania cave by arrowhead hunters. The rifle musket looks to have been… (991-25). Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE TINNED IRON CLIP-POINT BOWIE KNIFE SCABBARD BY BOYLE AND GAMBLE, FROM THE MOLLUS WAR LIBRARY AND MUSEUM, FROM THE BATTLE OF CAMP BARTOW, W. VIRGINIA

RARE CONFEDERATE TINNED IRON CLIP-POINT BOWIE KNIFE SCABBARD BY BOYLE AND GAMBLE, FROM THE MOLLUS WAR LIBRARY AND MUSEUM, FROM THE BATTLE OF CAMP BARTOW, W. VIRGINIA

This extremely rare tinned iron scabbard is for a clip-point Bowie knife and is slightly shorter, but a match for the scabbard on a rare Virginia D-guard Bowie made and marked by Boyle and Gamble,… (1052-17). Learn More »

US RELIC MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK PLATE

US RELIC MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK PLATE

Lock is heavily rusted throughout. Most of the internal parts are present. It appears that only the tumbler and sear spring are missing. Hammer is frozen in place. Hammer screw is also… (1000-2146). Learn More »

CANTLE OF A GRIMSLEY PATTERN ARTILLERY DRIVER’S SADDLE FROM CITY POINT

CANTLE OF A GRIMSLEY PATTERN ARTILLERY DRIVER’S SADDLE FROM CITY POINT

Located at the confluence of the Appomattox and James Rivers, City Point was the site of Grant’s headquarters in the Petersburg campaign and also a massive supply depot and transportation hub with… (2022-467). Learn More »

SOUVENIR LETTER OPENER MADE FROM LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WOOD WITH STANHOPE LENS

SOUVENIR LETTER OPENER MADE FROM LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WOOD WITH STANHOPE LENS

Offered here is a souvenir letter opener made from a small branch or sapling. Grip portion is untouched with original bark. The end of the grip is cut on a 45-degree angle and has a Stanhope lens… (2022-611). Learn More »


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MODEL 1851 SWORD BELT PLATE FROM HARPERS FERRY ON A GREAT DISPLAY CARD

This sword belt plate, a very good example of an early pick-up, is mounted on a great old card typical of early relic displays labeled in brown ink, “Officers Belt Plate / battlefield of Harpers Ferry / West Virginia.” The plate has an untouched,… (1202-196). Learn More »

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