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CONFEDERATE LARGE FRAME FORKED-TONGUE, “WISHBONE” BUCKLE FROM PEACHTREE CREEK, ATLANTA CAMPAIGN, EX DON PHILLIPS

CONFEDERATE LARGE FRAME FORKED-TONGUE, “WISHBONE” BUCKLE FROM PEACHTREE CREEK, ATLANTA CAMPAIGN, EX DON PHILLIPS

One of the more distinctive Confederate belt buckles is the frame pattern with a movable spit tongue sometimes called the “forked tongue” or “wishbone” pattern. The buckle is simple,… (2024-2377). Learn More »

PIECE OF AN INDIAN WAR M1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE OR DRESS COAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

PIECE OF AN INDIAN WAR M1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE OR DRESS COAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This is a piece from the lapel of a US Army jacket showing part of the blue outer fabric, the lining and the remains of five corroded brass buttons. From the size and spacing of the buttons this is… (1052-608). Learn More »

PIECE OF CIVIL WAR ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

PIECE OF CIVIL WAR ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

The army had vast stocks of Civil War material left over at the end of the war. These supplies, along with the reduction of the postwar army meant U.S. troops were getting Civil War gear well into the… (1052-617). Learn More »

SCARCE INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

SCARCE INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, occupied 1870-1895, where cold weather in winter months might well be a concern. The army began issuing mittens in 1873. Before that men were left to… (1052-620). Learn More »

INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, NDA, ND

INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, occupied 1870-1895, where cold weather in winter months might well be a concern. The army began issuing mittens in 1873. Before that men were left to… (1052-619). Learn More »

FLY FROM INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S TROUSERS, FORT PEMBINA, ND

FLY FROM INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S TROUSERS, FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, occupied 1870-1895, where the wet, anaerobic soil conditions of the dig (conducted on private property with the owner’s permission,) have yielded… (1052-599). Learn More »

$65.00
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RARE EXPERIMENTAL 10-POUNDER PARROTT SHELL

RARE EXPERIMENTAL 10-POUNDER PARROTT SHELL

While the Parrott elongated shell was the standard ammunition for the 3-inch rifled cannons during the Civil War. This specimen is believed to be a very rare early or experimental variation. This… (490-7004). Learn More »

SPRINGFIELD 1838 DATED M1816 PERCUSSION CONVERSION MUSKET FROM THE YORK SPRINGS, PA., G.A.R. POST, WITH MILITARY RACK MARKINGS

SPRINGFIELD 1838 DATED M1816 PERCUSSION CONVERSION MUSKET FROM THE YORK SPRINGS, PA., G.A.R. POST, WITH MILITARY RACK MARKINGS

A good example of a classic early Civil War musket: a Model 1816 converted from flintlock to percussion in the early 1850s to bring it up to par with the new, percussion M1842 muskets. These are .69… (1202-429). Learn More »

CARVED CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE OF WILLIAM CHURCH, CO. K 13th VERMONT, KILLED IN ACTION AT GETTYSBURG IN THE REPULSE OF PICKETT’S CHARGE, WITH BATTLE DAMAGE

CARVED CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE OF WILLIAM CHURCH, CO. K 13th VERMONT, KILLED IN ACTION AT GETTYSBURG IN THE REPULSE OF PICKETT’S CHARGE, WITH BATTLE DAMAGE

  “After the battle was won, and the victory was ours, and we were returning to a position in the front line, a hostile shell hit him and burst causing almost instant death. Among all the bodies… (2025-41). Learn More »

$4,250.00
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PIECE OF INDIAN MADE ROPE FROM PLANT MATERIAL FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

PIECE OF INDIAN MADE ROPE FROM PLANT MATERIAL FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

This is a short section of rope made from twisted and woven plant fibers and comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission, a fort established… (1052-720). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR UNIFORM LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR UNIFORM LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA

This strip of cloth showing three buttonholes (and what seems to be part of a fourth) is the remnant of an army dress coat discarded after its useful days were done at Fort Pembina, a small frontier… (1052-610). Learn More »

MARYLAND STATE SEAL BUTTON FROM CULP’S HILL

MARYLAND STATE SEAL BUTTON FROM CULP’S HILL

Formerly in the Ron Miller collection, this is a very strong Maryland state seal button recovered on Culp’s Hill. It’s hard to think of a button more emblematic of the struggle of brother against… (286-1400). Learn More »

$395.00
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INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN PIECE FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN PIECE FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, occupied 1870-1895, where cold weather in winter months might well be a concern. The army began issuing mittens in 1873. Before that men were left to… (1052-621). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

This is a well preserved leather visor from a forage cap recovered at Fort Pembina, ND, where it was preserved in remarkable condition by wet, anaerobic soil conditions. This is typical of the simple… (1052-485). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

This is a well preserved leather visor from a forage cap recovered at Fort Pembina, ND, where it was preserved in remarkable condition by wet, anaerobic soil conditions. This is typical of the simple… (1052-482). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

This is a well preserved leather visor from a forage cap recovered at Fort Pembina, ND, where it was preserved in remarkable condition by wet, anaerobic soil conditions. This is typical of the simple… (1052-481). Learn More »

$45.00
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GETTYBURG RECOVERED CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

GETTYBURG RECOVERED CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This regulation US cartridge box plate was recovered at Gettysburg and as typical of many battlefield pick-ups was once mounted for display on a relic board, as shown by small holes at top, bottom and… (286-1398). Learn More »

RELIC US CIVIL WAR CANTEEN: FROM YORK SPRINGS, PA, GAR POST #9

RELIC US CIVIL WAR CANTEEN: FROM YORK SPRINGS, PA, GAR POST #9

This regulation, smooth-sided canteen came from the York Springs G.A.R. post, is pretty clearly an early battlefield pick-up, and may well have a Gettysburg origin. It is untagged, however, with the… (2023-2674). Learn More »

U.S. 3” SCHENKL PERCUSSION SHELL – EAST CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG - GEISELMAN COLLECTION

U.S. 3” SCHENKL PERCUSSION SHELL – EAST CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG - GEISELMAN COLLECTION

This Federal, intact 3” Schenkl percussion shell specimen is a wonderful artillery relic recovered from East Cavalry Field sometime after the Battle of Gettysburg. The percussion shell measures 9”… (2024-2389). Learn More »

ENGLISH .69 CALIBER "TOWER" BULLET

ENGLISH .69 CALIBER "TOWER" BULLET

This English pattern of bullet have no grooves because they were to loaded with the lubricated cartridge wrapper. This bullet has a deep plug cavity, was machine pressed, and has a very thick skirt.… (2024-251). Learn More »

U.S. 3” SCHENKL PERCUSSION SHELL FRAGMENT RECOVERED AT HUNTERSTOWN NEAR GETTYSBURG - GEISELMAN COLLECTION

U.S. 3” SCHENKL PERCUSSION SHELL FRAGMENT RECOVERED AT HUNTERSTOWN NEAR GETTYSBURG - GEISELMAN COLLECTION

Here is a large, very fine example of shell fragment from a fired, 3” Schenkl percussion projectile that was recovered from the battle of Hunterstown near Gettysburg.   Once part of the Detrick… (1179-1293). Learn More »

CINCINNATI DEPOT SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN - PITZER COLLECTION OF GETTYSBURG HACKING AND BOARDING HOUSE ; GEISELMAN COLLECTION

CINCINNATI DEPOT SMOOTHSIDE CANTEEN - PITZER COLLECTION OF GETTYSBURG HACKING AND BOARDING HOUSE ; GEISELMAN COLLECTION

This Model 1858 smoothside canteen has a nice patina over the entire body. All three sling keepers are present and the spout is made of pewter. The spout is unusual in that it seems to be a little… (1179-1292). Learn More »

$695.00
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VERY RARE CONFEDERATE “ROPE BORDER” BELT PLATE

VERY RARE CONFEDERATE “ROPE BORDER” BELT PLATE

Dug condition stamped brass oval “rope border” belt plate. Unlike their US counterparts, these were not lead filled.  These are not commonly found and can most often be traced back to the… (1202-260). Learn More »

$3,100.00
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RELIC -- US NAVAL WATERCAP FUSE WITH BUSHING, DATED 1864

RELIC -- US NAVAL WATERCAP FUSE WITH BUSHING, DATED 1864

Excavated naval watercap fuse dated 1864 and in good condition. This fuse is made of brass with flange on top, with threaded portion and tapered body. A brass bushing is on this fuse to fit into… (2024-2327). Learn More »

VERY RARE DUG CSA RECTANGULAR PLATE

VERY RARE DUG CSA RECTANGULAR PLATE

This is wonderful example of a dug rectangular Confederate belt plate, that appears to be classified by collectors as Mullinax #109, based upon the listing in his book Confederate Belt Buckles and… (1202-259). Learn More »

$2,950.00
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SKIN OF AN SNY BELT PLATE DUG AT HARRISON’S LANDING

SKIN OF AN SNY BELT PLATE DUG AT HARRISON’S LANDING

This is the skin only of a State of New York belt plate emblazoned with the initials “SNY.” The plate has a nice dark face with some lighter discoloration from ground action. The edge of the plate… (410-853). Learn More »

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER

If they gave out awards for crudely made cavalry sabers, this one would be in the running. The guard is simple flat iron, curving in a broad semicircle, with a simple hole in one end through which the… (490-6746). Learn More »

LARGE FRAMED RELIC SHOWBOARD

LARGE FRAMED RELIC SHOWBOARD

This relic board is very like those assembled from Gettysburg relics by John Rosensteel and displayed on the porch of the Round Top Museum, but differs in displaying the relics on horizontal rather… (1242-06). Learn More »

$3,200.00
Originally $3,500.00

ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM 18th CORPS LINES, COLD HARBOR, EX-KERKSIS

ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM 18th CORPS LINES, COLD HARBOR, EX-KERKSIS

This regulation belt plate for the cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author. It comes with his annotated envelope indicating he… (766-2044). Learn More »

$395.00
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ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM 1st DIVISION 2nd CORPS LINES, COLD HARBOR, EX-KERKSIS

ROUND EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FROM 1st DIVISION 2nd CORPS LINES, COLD HARBOR, EX-KERKSIS

This regulation belt plate for the cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author. It comes with his annotated envelope indicating he… (766-2048). Learn More »

WOODWARD GETTYSBURG LAMP USING A CONFEDERATE 12-POUND SIDE-LOADING SPHERICAL CASE SHOT

WOODWARD GETTYSBURG LAMP USING A CONFEDERATE 12-POUND SIDE-LOADING SPHERICAL CASE SHOT

Local gunsmith Edward Woodward turned his talents to the relic business not long after the battle, selling relics picked up here to veterans and visitors as early as 1865, and is particularly known… (490-6965). Learn More »

EXCAVATED U.S. 3” PARROTT SHELL FROM GETTYSBURG GAR POST #9

EXCAVATED U.S. 3” PARROTT SHELL FROM GETTYSBURG GAR POST #9

Here is a Gettysburg excavated Civil War Federal 3” field artillery projectile often referred to as a Parrott Type III shell excavated from an unknown location area on the Gettysburg battlefield… (2024-2135). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE ATLANTA STYLE CSA RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE: FOUND AT RESACA

CONFEDERATE ATLANTA STYLE CSA RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE: FOUND AT RESACA

This is a very good example of the quintessential Confederate belt plate, the rectangular CSA. This one has sharp lettering and border, and retains all three hooks on the reverse, bent down slightly… (2024-1693). Learn More »

SPEARHEAD FROM A BROKEN LANCE

SPEARHEAD FROM A BROKEN LANCE

This is the spearhead section only from a broken lance. The piece meas. approx. 38.50 inches long overall. The iron point of the spearhead itself is double edged with a raised ridge on each side… (490-3235). Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE

This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a very clear “US”. Face has an even brown… (1256-102). Learn More »

RELIC, HAND-MADE UNION 8TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

RELIC, HAND-MADE UNION 8TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

Six-pointed star carved from a flat piece of white metal, likely pewter. In fine, “dug” condition with light oxidation on points and edges. Measures approximately 1.25” across points. Unknown… (490-6757). Learn More »

RELIC VIRGINIA COAT BUTTON

RELIC VIRGINIA COAT BUTTON

This “dug” button has a beautiful face. The state seal in center surrounded by motto. The right amount of gilt remains to highlight all details on the button face. A smooth brown patina under the… (1235-17). Learn More »

TWO PIECE GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR BATTLEFIELD WOOD CANE

TWO PIECE GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR BATTLEFIELD WOOD CANE

Two piece Gettysburg souvenir battlefield wood cane.  The top knob is stamped  “Wheatfield Gettysburg”.  Just below this marking the darker wood shaft is stamped “Devil’s Den”.  The cane… (635-594). Learn More »

EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR US MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD

EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR US MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD

This pattern of sword for wear by musicians was part of the 1840 series of arms that included new patterns of cavalry saber, officer’s sword, non-commissioned officer’s sword, etc. This is similar… (490-6745). Learn More »

RAIL SECTION FROM THE MANASSAS GAP BRANCH, ORANGE & ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD

RAIL SECTION FROM THE MANASSAS GAP BRANCH, ORANGE & ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD

This is a nicely labeled section of rail stamped in small letters: “Section of U. rail used on the Manassas Gap branch Orange & Alexandria R.R. during the war 1861-65” and signed on the top… (1202-186). Learn More »

NORTH CAROLINA SUNBURST COAT BUTTON

NORTH CAROLINA SUNBURST COAT BUTTON

Button features "NC" surrounded by a sunburst, made for North Carolina troops. One-piece stamped brass coat button. Measures 22mm. No back mark. Shank missing. This pattern features seven rays. "NC"… (2024-700). Learn More »

U.S. / C.S. 12-POUNDER SOLID SHOT – FROM G.A.R. “SKELLY” POST #9, GETTYSBURG

U.S. / C.S. 12-POUNDER SOLID SHOT – FROM G.A.R. “SKELLY” POST #9, GETTYSBURG

This is the most common solid shot projectile of any caliber used during the Civil War by both the Federal and Confederate forces. This is a solid iron cannon ball with dark brown tone and smooth… (490-6995). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE 3” MULLANE COMMON SHELL

CONFEDERATE 3” MULLANE COMMON SHELL

Here is a fired Confederate 3” bourreleted Mullane Type 1 common shell recovered from an unknown battlefield location. Made for the 3” Ordnance Rifle. Also known as a “Tennessee Sabot”, this… (490-7005). Learn More »

U.S. / C.S. 12-POUNDER SOLID SHOT – FROM G.A.R. “SKELLY” POST #9, GETTYSBURG

U.S. / C.S. 12-POUNDER SOLID SHOT – FROM G.A.R. “SKELLY” POST #9, GETTYSBURG

This is the most common solid shot projectile of any caliber used during the Civil War by both the Federal and Confederate forces. This is a solid iron cannon ball with dark brown tone and smooth… (490-6993). Learn More »

RARE, EXCAVATED, CONFEDERATE 3” ARCHER BOLT WITH SABOT -- ANTIETAM

RARE, EXCAVATED, CONFEDERATE 3” ARCHER BOLT WITH SABOT -- ANTIETAM

Here is an excavated, Confederate 3” field artillery projectile commonly referred to as an Archer Bolt. The design was likely produced by Dr. Robert Archer a partner of Joseph Anderson, the… (2024-1378). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE BLOCK “I” BUTTON FROM DANIEL LADY FARM IN GETTYSBURG

CONFEDERATE BLOCK “I” BUTTON FROM DANIEL LADY FARM IN GETTYSBURG

This is an excavated block “I” button; the “I” designating Infantry. This is constructed of a stamped brass face with a tin back. The shank is broken off. Nice dark brown patina on the brass;… (2024-1481). Learn More »

RELIC CONDITION HORSESHOE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

RELIC CONDITION HORSESHOE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT

Horseshoe is 7 inches long and 6 inches at the widest point. Heavy surface rust. Old catalog tag #70 at the top.   At the time of the Gettysburg campaign, twenty-two year-old John Howard Wert was… (2024-1640). Learn More »

ANTIQUE BROAD AXE HEAD FROM FREDERICKSBURG

ANTIQUE BROAD AXE HEAD FROM FREDERICKSBURG

The Fredericksburg area was filled with army camps on both sides of the river and tools like this were needed for the construction of winter huts as well as cutting trees for firewood and field works.… (2023-3257). Learn More »

RELIC M1839 U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE – 1ST CORPS FIELD HOSPITAL, GETTYSBURG

RELIC M1839 U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT PLATE – 1ST CORPS FIELD HOSPITAL, GETTYSBURG

Offered here is a relic of the Battle of Gettysburg. This is an oval U.S. waist belt plate. This piece is in “farm field, relic” condition and was recovered long ago by a local relic hunter. The… (2024-1464). Learn More »

EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR BRITISH IMPORT SWORD BAYONET FOR THE ENFIELD SHORT RIFLE

EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR BRITISH IMPORT SWORD BAYONET FOR THE ENFIELD SHORT RIFLE

This is a good, excavated example of the British sword bayonet for the short rifle, imported by both sides in the Civil War. The blade has no bends or breaks and is missing just a small bit of the tip… (1179-1237). Learn More »


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EXQUISITELY BEAUTIFUL LARGE 1862 DATED PORTRAIT OF AN UNKNOWN UNION LIEUTENANT COLONEL

This fantastic painting is oil on canvas and meas. approx. 35.00 x 39.00 inches framed. The subject is an unknown Union lieutenant colonel from the Philadelphia area. He wears a dark blue double-breasted frock coat with gold buttons and a white… (L15593). Learn More »

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