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13-STAR CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL FLAG WITH GETTYSBURG HISTORY - “GRIMES COUNTY GREYS,” CO. G, 4th TEXAS INFANTRY, HOOD’S TEXAS BRIGADE

13-STAR CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL FLAG WITH GETTYSBURG HISTORY - “GRIMES COUNTY GREYS,” CO. G, 4th TEXAS INFANTRY, HOOD’S TEXAS BRIGADE

The flag is in very good condition, with strong colors and just a few scattered small holes that do not detract. It has been archivally conserved, mounted and framed by Textile Preservation Associates… (1179-1393). Learn More »

“I LIKE YOUR STYLE” THE REGIMENTAL STANDARD OF THE 12th ILLINOIS CAVALRY: GAMBLE’S BRIGADE UNDER BUFORD ON JULY 1 AT GETTYSBURG

“I LIKE YOUR STYLE” THE REGIMENTAL STANDARD OF THE 12th ILLINOIS CAVALRY: GAMBLE’S BRIGADE UNDER BUFORD ON JULY 1 AT GETTYSBURG

We can’t think of a more flamboyant, devil-may-care motto on a cavalry standard than this one, whose overtly casual nature no doubt intentionally contrasts with their combat and fighting record.… (1179-033). Learn More »

FIRST NATIONAL CONFEDERATE FLAG OF THE RED RIVER VOLUNTEERS, CO. E 11th TEXAS CAVALRY

FIRST NATIONAL CONFEDERATE FLAG OF THE RED RIVER VOLUNTEERS, CO. E 11th TEXAS CAVALRY

This eleven-star First National Confederate Flag was sewn by Mrs. Isabella (“Ibbie”) Haddon Hopkins Gordon of Clarksville, Texas, and presented to the “Red River Volunteers,” later Company E… (1179-1396). Learn More »

FINE PAIR OF RED EPAULETTES

FINE PAIR OF RED EPAULETTES

Pair of red wool epaulettes with “eagle A” buttons. Epaulette outer-surfaces feature beautiful, woven red wool with a ribbed border, and thick rows of hanging tassels. A single eagle “A”… (1179-1652). Learn More »

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 »

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
ON HOLD

EXCELLENT PAIR OF US BOOTEES/BROGANS

EXCELLENT PAIR OF US BOOTEES/BROGANS

This original pair of standard issue Jefferson Booties, often called “Brogans”, come to us in a virtually pristine condition relative to their age and materials of composition. Showing no signs of… (490-7151). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR BUMMER OR FORAGE CAP WITH NINTH CORPS BADGE

CIVIL WAR BUMMER OR FORAGE CAP WITH NINTH CORPS BADGE

This is an excellent example of an original Civil War Union army regulation Model 1858 Forage Cap with a Ninth Corps badge on top, displaying the cross cannon and fouled anchor reflecting the origins… (1052-143). Learn More »

$4,000.00
Originally $4,500.00

COMMERCIAL, PRIVATE PURCHASE, CIVIL WAR BUMMER CAP WITH CORPS BADGE

COMMERCIAL, PRIVATE PURCHASE, CIVIL WAR BUMMER CAP WITH CORPS BADGE

Officers had to buy their own uniforms and headgear, but NCOs and even privates might occasionally also purchase a cap following the general lines of the government issue, but of better quality, more… (1052-202). Learn More »

$3,500.00
Originally $3,950.00

CIVIL FORAGE CAP BY MURPHY AND GRISWOLD WITH 14th CORPS BADGE

CIVIL FORAGE CAP BY MURPHY AND GRISWOLD WITH 14th CORPS BADGE

Thomas Murphy, William Griswold & Company were hatters on 19th Street in New York City and had major contracts for caps and hats with the U.S. government from 1862 to 1865, with the firm changing… (1052-227). Learn More »

$3,700.00
Originally $4,250.00

MCDOWELL PATTERN FORAGE CAP WITH FOURTH ARMY CORPS BADGE

MCDOWELL PATTERN FORAGE CAP WITH FOURTH ARMY CORPS BADGE

This is a great example of the “McDowell” style cap popularized early in the war by General Irwin McDowell (1818-1835,) who was perhaps a bit more inspiring in haberdashery than generalship. The… (1052-146). Learn More »

$3,700.00
Originally $4,250.00

CIVIL WAR COMMERCIAL FORAGE CAP WITH MAINE BUTTONS AND ASSOCIATED INSIGNIA

CIVIL WAR COMMERCIAL FORAGE CAP WITH MAINE BUTTONS AND ASSOCIATED INSIGNIA

Commercial caps were simply those purchased privately rather the issued by the government. They might more or less closely follow contract patterns with the purchaser able to suit his taste and… (1052-139). Learn More »

$4,000.00
Originally $4,500.00

IDENTIFIED ISSUE RED BLANKET OF THEODORE P. BOWKER                          13th MASSACHUSETTS - DIED OF WOUNDS AT ANTIETAM!

IDENTIFIED ISSUE RED BLANKET OF THEODORE P. BOWKER 13th MASSACHUSETTS - DIED OF WOUNDS AT ANTIETAM!

This is a rare, early-war, identified Massachusetts issue red blanket carried by a soldier in the 13th Massachusetts who was wounded at Antietam on Sept. 17, 1862, and died of those wounds at a U.S.… (490-7138). Learn More »

$6,500.00
Originally $7,500.00

SUPERB, RARE MOUNTED SERVICE GREATCOAT

SUPERB, RARE MOUNTED SERVICE GREATCOAT

This style of cold weather coat is among those which replaced the long-standing model 1819/32 overcoat in favor of the US model 1851 style, the primary overcoat utilized by US army during civil war.… (490-7134). Learn More »

EXCELLENT CONDITION US CAVALRY SHELL JACKET

EXCELLENT CONDITION US CAVALRY SHELL JACKET

The body of this jacket is in excellent condition. There is no visible moth damage of any kind. All the piping is present and is bright. Both pillows are present on the back and are also in great… (490-7133). Learn More »

EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR FEDERAL SERGEANT CHEVRONS

EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR FEDERAL SERGEANT CHEVRONS

This is an excellent pair of Civil War infantry chevrons. These are made of light blue worsted wool stripes sewn to a dark blue wool background patch, which in turn would be sewn to the sleeve of the… (490-7164). 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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