Veteran Memorabilia

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EARLY GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE – TYPE IV

EARLY GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE – TYPE IV

This GAR Membership Medal is a “Type IV”, in production and distribution from 1879-1880.  This is the version which preceded the later types with rounded wings and stampings on the reverse of the… (490-7560). Learn More »

TYPE V GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE

TYPE V GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE

The membership badge for the Union veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic went through a number of changes, some of them rather subtle, but of interest to the collector. This Type-V is the… (490-7559). Learn More »

UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERANS CROSS OF HONOR BADGE

UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERANS CROSS OF HONOR BADGE

Adopted in 1899 and first issued in 1900, the bronze-toned Maltese cross featured a Confederate battle flag on one side and was inscribed with "Deo Vindice" (God our Vindicator) and "1861-1865" on the… (490-7564). Learn More »

GAR DELEGATE BADGE CHATANOOGA NATIONAL ENCAMPMENT, 1913

GAR DELEGATE BADGE CHATANOOGA NATIONAL ENCAMPMENT, 1913

Offered is a Delegate badge from the 1913 national encampment held in Chattanooga, TN. Measures 5 3/8" x 2". Brooch is a wingspread eagle atop crossed cannons & cannon balls, with a cavalry saber… (490-7566). Learn More »

$65.00
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SCARCE NEW YORK 1913 GETTYSBURG REUNION BADGE

SCARCE NEW YORK 1913 GETTYSBURG REUNION BADGE

Presented is a 1913 original two-piece medal presented to the New York Civil War veterans attending the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. Brooch shows the greeting of two veterans, while… (490-7565). Learn More »

$95.00
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RARE GAR STATE LEVEL LT. COLONEL STAFF MEMBERSHIP BADGE

RARE GAR STATE LEVEL LT. COLONEL STAFF MEMBERSHIP BADGE

This form of G.A.R. badge, with several changes over the years, was introduced in 1882. This one appears to have a Type-Iva bar and medal.  The ribbon has a colored red border to mark an officer… (490-7558). Learn More »

$135.00
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UNION VETERAN’S G.A.R. HAT INSIGNIA FOR POST 1

UNION VETERAN’S G.A.R. HAT INSIGNIA FOR POST 1

Union veterans’ hats and caps were clearly modelled on their wartime ancestors and the insignia followed suit, with hat insignia evoking the US staff wreath, with the wreath embroidered in gold and… (1299-32). Learn More »

$225.00
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ORDER OF UNITED AMERICAN MECHANICS RIBBON WITH LINCOLN MINIATURE TINTYPE

ORDER OF UNITED AMERICAN MECHANICS RIBBON WITH LINCOLN MINIATURE TINTYPE

A black silk memoriam ribbon of the O.U.A.M. with black cockade and gold metallic star at the top. A miniature Abraham Lincoln “gem-type” affixed just under the cockade. An American red, white and… (286-1441). Learn More »

TIFFANY CIVIL WAR OHIO VETERAN VOLUNTEER’S MEDAL OF RICHARD PERIGO 66th OVI, WOUNDED AT ATLANTA

TIFFANY CIVIL WAR OHIO VETERAN VOLUNTEER’S MEDAL OF RICHARD PERIGO 66th OVI, WOUNDED AT ATLANTA

These medals were authorized by the State of Ohio specifically for veteran volunteers - those soldiers from the state who had reenlisted for an additional term of service during the war. Some 20,000… (2025-814). Learn More »

1919 COLUMBUS, OH GAR REPRESENTATIVE MEDAL BADGE

1919 COLUMBUS, OH GAR REPRESENTATIVE MEDAL BADGE

This lovely Grand Army of the Republic badge was manufactured by The M.C. Lilley and Company of Columbus for the 1919 Annual Encampment. It features an eagle top bar, enameled drop, silver finished… (490-7567). Learn More »

$75.00
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UNCOMMON GAR NATIONAL STAFF OFFICER’S BADGE

UNCOMMON GAR NATIONAL STAFF OFFICER’S BADGE

This is scarce Grand Army of the Republic officer’s medal with the flag ribbon bordered in buff, indicating a national officer, rank bar bearing a silver eagle on dark background indicating a staff… (490-7557). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR VETERANS’ HOME PLASTER RELIEF OF GENERAL BUTLER

CIVIL WAR VETERANS’ HOME PLASTER RELIEF OF GENERAL BUTLER

This plaster relief of Benjamin Butler once likely adorned the lobby wall of a Soldiers Home, as Butler served for fifteen years in executive positions of the National Home for Disabled Volunteer… (490-6738). Learn More »

THE MEDALS OF A CONFEDERATE GENERAL – BRIG GEN. ALLEN THOMAS, JR.

THE MEDALS OF A CONFEDERATE GENERAL – BRIG GEN. ALLEN THOMAS, JR.

Offered are three medals that were worn proudly by Civil War Confederate Brigadier General Allen Thomas Jr. "Born in Howard County, Maryland, he was an 1850 graduate of the College of New Jersey. He… (1289-32). Learn More »

NICE LOOKING ENGRAVED 10-YEAR SERVICE MEDAL FOR CONNECTICUT NATIONAL GUARD CAPTAIN

NICE LOOKING ENGRAVED 10-YEAR SERVICE MEDAL FOR CONNECTICUT NATIONAL GUARD CAPTAIN

Medal consists of a slot broach at top with the original pin on the reverse. Suspend from the broach is a 1.50-inch-long red ribbon that is in good condition. Fastened to the ribbon is a bronze… (1011-128). Learn More »

$60.00
Originally $75.00

SONS OF UNION VETERANS BADGE – LANCASTER, PA, 1931 – REYNOLDS PORTRAIT PIN

SONS OF UNION VETERANS BADGE – LANCASTER, PA, 1931 – REYNOLDS PORTRAIT PIN

This Sons of Union Veterans badge is in excellent condition, with a nice portrait drop pin featuring General John Reynolds – the iconic Lancaster native killed in the escalating early phases of the… (2025-760). Learn More »

SCARCE WV (US) HONORABLE DISCHARGE MEDAL – GEORGE FRADD - 1st WV, BATTERY E

SCARCE WV (US) HONORABLE DISCHARGE MEDAL – GEORGE FRADD - 1st WV, BATTERY E

As with many West Virginia Volunteers, George Fradd’s records lack generous detail.  He enlisted in 1862, mustered in in Buckhannon, and served with the Battery for its full term. The medal itself… (2025-853). Learn More »

NEW YORK “MEDAL OF HONOR” FOR A GETTYSBURG PARTICIPANT

NEW YORK “MEDAL OF HONOR” FOR A GETTYSBURG PARTICIPANT

These medals are often taken to be merely general badges commemorating the dedication of the New York State monument at Gettysburg. They were, in fact, struck for issue only to New York soldiers… (2025-826). Learn More »

$100.00
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8th NEW YORK INFANTRY VETERANS MEDAL AND INSIGNIA – BLENKER’S VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

8th NEW YORK INFANTRY VETERANS MEDAL AND INSIGNIA – BLENKER’S VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

The 8th New York State Volunteer Infantry holds an interesting distinction among Federal regiments.  In April of 1862, as the war heated up in Virginia, the 8th found themselves short of rations. … (2025-863). Learn More »

RARE HONRABLE DISCHARGE MEDAL – FRANK CONVERSE, 1st WV VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

RARE HONRABLE DISCHARGE MEDAL – FRANK CONVERSE, 1st WV VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

This medal was presented to West Virginia Volunteer Veteran Frank Converse to mark his honorable discharge from Federal Volunteer military service. It comes in the original box, which is labeled in… (2025-829). Learn More »

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMAN MEDAL OF CHARLES D. BACON 4th MASS INF, 1st & 4th MASS CAV: SHOWN WEARING THE MEDAL IN THE MINUTEMEN OF 1861 ROSTER

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMAN MEDAL OF CHARLES D. BACON 4th MASS INF, 1st & 4th MASS CAV: SHOWN WEARING THE MEDAL IN THE MINUTEMEN OF 1861 ROSTER

Authorized in 1902, these impressive, two-piece bronze medals consist of a rectangular pin-back bar reading, “MASSACHUSETTS MINUTE MEN OF 1861” and a circular drop with the  Seal of the State of… (2025-849). Learn More »


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CAPTAIN W.W. RANDOLPH: LIKELY WILLIAM WELFORD RANDOLPH, 2nd VIRGINIA, LATER LT. COLONEL, KIA THE WILDERNESS 1864

Identified as Capt. W.W. Randolf (sic) in the files of the late Bill Turner, noted Virginia collector and dealer, this six plate ambrotype shows Randolph seated with one hand on his thigh and the other resting on a book atop a photographer’s table… (1138-1803). Learn More »

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