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VINTAGE JOHNSTON'S ARMY OF TENNESSEE BATTLE FLAG
This approximately 3 feet by 5 feet Confederate Battle flag is, but for material, and construction, a perfect facsimile of the flag issued out of Dalton Georgia in the Spring of 1864 to the A of T. … (2025-3637) Learn More »
BRITISH PATTERN 1908 CAVALRY TROOPER'S SWORD
These are the swords that fought World War I. This one is known as the "Mark 1". It is purely a "thrusting weapon" not designed for slashing and, after centuries, the last manifestation of British… (2026-610) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE MADE DRUMSTICKS
These wonderfully crude wooden drumsticks appear to be made from Hickory. They were formerly in the Texas Civil War Museum where they were classified as Confederate. The hand carved sticks measure 15… (1179-418A) Learn More »
WAR OF 1812 SMITH COGSWELL NY STATE MILITIA MUSKET WITH MASSACHUSETTS MADE BARREL
This is a very interesting War of 1812 musket. The lockplate is Riley’s Plate #229, simply marked “SC” on the lower edge just to the rear of the frizzen spring finial, a mark he identifies as… (2025-3649) Learn More »
EXTRAORDINARILY RARE CONFEDERATE "ORDINARY SEAMAN'S" CAP
This offering is among the rarest items we had had the pleasure to handle! This round visorless wool cap is the regulation "undress" or to be "worn at sea" or "service" cap of the Confederate States… (1179-437) Learn More »
$15,000.00
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VICTORIAN SGIAN-DUBH AKA THE HIGHLAND DIRK
The Scottish Highland dirk is known to have been in use since the 5th century CE. One of Its trademark distinctions from European daggers is in in having but a single edge scalloped on the… (2026-640) Learn More »
EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR “TYPE-1” REGULATION ISSUE FORAGE OR “BUMMER” CAP BY L.J. & I. PHILLIPS
This is a top-notch, excellent condition, original Civil War Union army regulation Model 1858 forage cap, complete, with strong color, virtually no moth damage, and still carrying its original makers… (1273-32) Learn More »
$2,950.00
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CABINET CARD OF STONEWALL JACKSON MONUMENT AT HIS GRAVE
Vertical cabinet card photograph of the Stonewall Jackson monument located in Oak Grove Cemetery at Lexington, Virginia. His gravesite is marked by this prominent bronze statue created by sculptor… (1266-1021) Learn More »
$125.00
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RARE CDV OF THE GREAT CENTRAL FAIR – PHILADELPHIA’S LOGAN SQUARE, JUNE 1864
The Great Central Fair was a monumental fundraising event for the US Sanitary Commission held in Philadelphia’s Logan Square Park from June 7 – 28, 1864. The massive main building spanned… (2026-56) Learn More »
RELIC M-1811 PRUSSIAN CAVALRY SWORD FROM G.A.R. POST 551, YORK SPRINGS
This is an interesting old relic from a local G.A.R. veterans’ post. This was the standard weapon of the Prussian cavalry in 1813-14. The Prussian Hussars as well as the Dragoons and the gunners of… (2023-2998) Learn More »
$295.00
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STRIP OF CIVIL WAR MATCHES
Original strip of Civil War “Lucifer’s.” Matches were an extremely popular item, considered important for the welfare of the troops. Matches were sometimes sold in “strips,” and several… (2026-936) Learn More »
$18.00
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INDIAN WAR PERIOD MEDICAL BOX - GOULD & SON, LONDON
Edward Gould & Son was a well-known London homeopathic chemist, and their boxes served both medical practitioners and private households. Beyond their practical function, these cases also embodied… (1256-15) Learn More »
$35.00
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MARCH 9, 1813 ISSUE OF “THE WAR” NEWSPAPER (WAR OF 1812)
One newspaper especially defined by its era was The War, a New York-based publication that ran from 1812 to 1815. The newspaper’s very existence was precipitated by the War of 1812, and the… (1309-465) Learn More »
ORIGINAL U.S. WW2 ARMY JUNGLE MACHETE, DATED 1944, WITH SCABBARD
Original WW2 Army machete. Measures 23.5” overall with original rough finished 18” blade with a factory applied edge. Strongly stamped “TRUETEMPER / U.S. / -1944-”. The factory edge remains… (169-939) Learn More »
$95.00
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US M1855 SOCKET BAYONET WITH P1859 SCABBARD
This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets (M1855, M1861, M1863, CONVERSIONS). Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a blued surface - complete with… (490-7555) Learn More »
$165.00
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US M1855 SOCKET BAYONET WITH P1859 SCABBARD
This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets (M1855, M1861, M1863, CONVERSIONS). Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a dull overall surface with a… (490-7553) Learn More »
STATE OF NEW JERSEY MARKED US CONTRACT MUSKET
This musket bears a very clear “SNJ” state ownership stamp on the top of the barrel just forward of the frizzen. The barrel has very clear proof marks on the left breech: a “US” over a sunken… (2025-3653) Learn More »
$2,250.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL’S FROCK COAT, VEST AND TROUSERS OF BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL JOHN FOWLER RUSLING: 5th NEW JERSEY, 2nd NJ BRIGADE, DIVISION AND CORPS STAFF DUTY IN THE EASTERN AND THE WESTERN THEATRES
John Fowler Rusling (1834-1918) served in the 5th New Jersey Infantry and the Second New Jersey Brigade before moving up to posts at the division and higher levels in the Army of the Potomac and then… (2024-1173) Learn More »
REMINGTON CONVERSION M1816 MUSKET - 1857
This heavy, full-stock, percussion, .69 caliber, musket was originally a Model 1816 flintlock, smoothbore musket. It was altered to percussion ignition. A new Remington Arms Company Maynard-style… (2025-2517) Learn More »
REMINGTON 1863 “ZOUAVE” CONTRACT RIFLE
One of the most attractive U.S. martial arms, the Remington 1862/63 Contract Rifle (in Moller’s terminology) has been known for decades as the “Zouave,” a nickname that is hard to overcome. And,… (172-6154) Learn More »
VERY ATTRACTIVE CS BRASS BOUND IDENTIFIED CANTEEN
Wood drum canteens are about as iconically Confederate as you can get and this one is a cut-above in quality of construction, visual appeal, and identification by the soldier. This measures 6-3/4 x… (2026-479) Learn More »
$3,750.00
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M1860 AMES NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1862, WITH MATCHING SCABBARD
Here is a nice example of an Ames 1862-dated naval boarding cutlass for U.S. Navy seamen aboard ship during the Civil War. The cutlass and scabbard share matching numbers. The blade measures… (490-7511) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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C1870S-1880S DARK BURGUNDY VELVET FANCHON HAT
Charming dark burgundy velvet fanchon hat c.1870s-1880s from the Texas Civil War Museum. The hat is made from lustrous burgundy silk velvet. Large stiffened velvet loops accent the front of the hat.… (1307-49) Learn More »
C1875-1885 UNUSUAL AND VERY FASHIONABLE FANCHON BONNET
A striking, unusual, and very fashionable fanchon bonnet c.1875-1885 from the Texas Civil War Museum. The bonnet is made of copper wool felt. The front and sides on the bonnet are trimmed with… (1307-50) Learn More »
CHARMING WOVEN STRAW HAT, MID-19TH CENTURY
Charming woven straw hat from the Texas Civil War Museum. The low crowned hat is made from natural straw plait intertwined with very narrow avocado green ribbon that has been pleated and twisted into… (1307-51) Learn More »
GROUP OF THREE C1875-1910 GARMENTS – ONE CHEMISETTE AND TWO CAMISOLES
Group of three 1875-1910 garments, one chemisette and two camisoles, from the Texas Civil War Museum. Item 1307-25a - This 1870s-1880s cotton lace chemisette would look lovely under an open front… (1307-25) Learn More »
C1860-1860 WHITE COTTON LONGCLOTH NIGHTDRESS
A beautifully sewn white cotton longcloth nightdress, c.1860-1870, from the Texas Civil War Museum. The nightdress is styled with a V-shaped yoke in the front and back embellished with hand-worked… (1307-24) Learn More »
WOMAN’S WHITE WAIST OR BLOUSE
Woman’s white waist or blouse from the Texas Civil War Museum, made with a round neckline, long sleeves, and a back opening. The front of the waist is accented with 16 tiny tucks of graduated… (1307-26) Learn More »
VERY NICE, EARLY ONION BOTTLE
Onion bottles, named for their squat, bulbous shape, were commonly used in the late 17th and 18th centuries for shipping and storing wine and spirits. The wide, flat base made them stable on sailing… (84-101) Learn More »
$250.00
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ORIGINAL WW2 U.S. NAVY MARK 1 MACHETE, DATED 1944, WITH SCABBARD
This long machete and its canvas scabbard remain in excellent, unused condition. Made by Collins & Company of Hartford, Connecticut, this is a LEGITIMUS model long jungle machete. The Machete has… (169-932) Learn More »
$250.00
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REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD COLONIAL WOOD DRINKING HORN
A cone-shaped turned wood drinking horn with simple, narrow, flat iron hook riveted at the top edge to serve as a belt clip. This is 7-3/4” tall and measures 2-1/4” edge to edge at the top. This… (1289-113) Learn More »
REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD COLONIAL TURNED HORN DRINKING VESSEL
A cone-shaped turned drinking horn made of horn, with a simple, narrow, flat iron hook riveted at the top edge to serve as a belt clip. This measures about 8-1/2” long, with prominent tip, and is… (1289-111) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NON-REGULATION SHORT JACKET, EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM
Formerly in the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum, this non-regulation Union jacket shows legitimate wear, field use, some soiling, and period repairs, but remains in very good condition and… (1268-1257) Learn More »
$3,950.00
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C1820-1845 SERVING BOTTLE / WIDE MOUTH CARAFE
Serving bottle or wide-mouth carafe; these bottles have an unusually wide neck and did not take stoppers. They were used at the table, mainly for serving water, and were emptied and dried after each… (1239-107) Learn More »
C1830-1860 AMERICAN HEAVY CUT GLASS SUGAR BOWL WITH COVER
American heavy cut glass sugar bowl with cover 1830-1860. This sugar bowl is probably from an East Coast factory where these very large bowls were popular. It is cut with an overall geometric… (1239-115) Learn More »
$125.00
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UNION CAVALRY SHELL JACKET
The m1858 Mounted Services Jacket - trimmed in yellow - was ubiquitous among Federal Cavalry Troopers during the Civil War and into the West as a standard issue item. One of the war’s most… (2024-1844) Learn More »
$1,895.00
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SHARPS ‘SLANT BREECH’ CARBINE, MODEL 1853
This pre-Civil War firearm, often referred to as the ‘John Brown’ model, is a single-shot, .52 caliber, breechloading carbine Model 1853 invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native… (1289-221) Learn More »
EXCELLENT 5th MODEL BURNSIDE CARBINE – SERIAL NUMBER 18974
Here is an original Civil War ‘Burnside’ cavalry carbine specimen in excellent condition that was produced by the Burnside Rifle Co of Providence, Rhode Island in the last two years of the war.… (490-7434) Learn More »
$2,795.00
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THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – MAY 24, 1861 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1855) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – MARCH 22, 1861 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1854) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – MARCH 15, 1861 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1853) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1863 8-RIVET BAYONET SCABBARD
The scabbard shown here is of the 1863 pattern which contains eight copper rivets, 4 of which are located on the frog and 4 on the scabbard’s throat. This pattern of 8 copper rivet arrangements,… (2025-2936) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1863 8-RIVET BAYONET SCABBARD
The scabbard shown here is of the 1863 pattern which contains eight copper rivets, 4 of which are located on the frog and 4 on the scabbard’s throat. This pattern of 8 copper rivet arrangements,… (2025-2935) Learn More »
$75.00
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EARLY GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR WOOD CANE FROM OAK RIDGE
Here is an early souvenir walking cane made of sapling taken from the famous Gettysburg battlefield area of Oak Ridge, scene of the fighting on July 1. This wooden cane measures about 32" long. The… (1309-352) Learn More »
$225.00
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CONFEDERATE FOUL WEATHER KEPI COVER IDENTIFIED TO A MEMBER OF THE 9th VIRGINIA CAVALRY
This anymore is rarer than the kepi itself but common in its day. Displayed in two museums. The last was the Texas Civil War Museum owned and operated by Mr. R. Richey. The owner of this practical… (1284-29) Learn More »
$1,395.00
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OUTSTANDING ISSUE BLANKET WITH SOLDIER ART ID'D TO 1ST MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRYMAN
This is a standard Federal issue blanket that has been cut down by the soldier and decorated with corps badges, his name and where he was at the time he applied the decoration. There is a lot to cover… (1179-468) Learn More »
VERY GOOD ASHER AND PLINY BARTLET US 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET DATED 1811
Asher and Pliny Bartlett of Springfield, Mass., signed an Oct. 31, 1808, US contract for 2,500 muskets to be delivered over five years and to be of the then current Springfield pattern, with Schmidt… (2025-3656) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED BURNSIDE FIFTH MODEL CARBINE, “MODEL OF 1864:” JAMES CAMERON SNEDAKER, CO. D 18th PA CAVALRY
This is a very nicely identified Burnside carbine issued to a member of the 18th Pennsylvania Cavalry, certainly on his return to duty in February 1864 after returning from captivity and hospital, and… (1311-07) Learn More »
SCARCE MARYLAND MARKED WAR OF 1812 JOHN MILES US 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET
This is one of some 7,600 muskets acquired by the state of Maryland from the US government through allotment under the 1798 Militia Act and direct purchase between 1809 and 1812, also one of just some… (2025-3650) Learn More »
$2,950.00
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IDENTIFIED PAIR OF CIVIL WAR SURGEON’S BLOOD-SPATTERED GAUNTLETS
Finding a genuine, period pair of gauntlets has become extremely difficult, as most seen now are either post-war or Masonic in origin. This pair, however, is definitively Civil War period, as well as… (282-451) Learn More »
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 »
$2,800.00
Originally $3,000.00
PRE-CIVIL WAR ERA MEDICINE CHEST WITH 17 ORIGINAL BOTTLES – EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION
This leather-covered wood medicine box/chest closely fits examples from the pre-Civil War period in construction, design, and contents. The exterior leather shows wear consistent with age, including… (1179-672) Learn More »
WILLIAM TAFT TIN PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN PLATE WITH PERIOD SCRAP BOOK
This historic plate pictures all Republican Presidential Nominees from 1856 through 1908. A classic political plate issued for during the 1908 campaign of Republican nominees William Howard Taft for… (2026-233) Learn More »
$165.00
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IDENTIFIED SONS OF VETERANS SWORD WITH SCABBARD
The "Sons of Veterans" sword is a ceremonial weapon used by the Sons of Veterans (SOV), a fraternal organization founded in 1881 as the successor to the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) for the… (798-115) Learn More »
$600.00
Originally $800.00
3rd MODEL BURNSIDE CARBINE – SERIAL NUMBER 23787
This example of a Burnside 3rd Model Carbine is complete, with serialized receiver and breech block both stamped “23787”. Metal surfaces are mostly smooth, with scattered, fine pitting along the… (172-6158) Learn More »
RELIC CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY HARNESS PARTS – RECOVERED FROM JAMES RIVER/CITY POINT EXPLOSION
The remnants of this harness were intended for fitting to the horse nearest the wheels of the gun, limber, or caisson. Iron parts are rusted with light pitting, and measure approximately 25”,… (R22865) Learn More »
$125.00
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CIVIL WAR ENLISTEDMAN’S BELT AND BUCKLE FROM G.A.R. POST 551, YORK SPRINGS
This is a terrific old battlefield “pick-up” Civil War enlisted belt and buckle. Leather belt is in fair condition for a “relic.” Leather is crinkled, dried, and shows “shrinkage” with… (1202-1025) Learn More »
ORIGINAL WW2 U.S. BOYT 1942 MARKED M1916 BELT HOLSTER FOR THE COLT M1911 PISTOL
Heavy leather holster retains perfect form. Made under contract to hold the M1911 .45 caliber pistol. This would have originally been russet brown color. Holsters that were left in the US inventory… (790-13) Learn More »
$125.00
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EARLY GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR WOOD CANE STAMPED PICKETT’S CHARGE
Here is an early souvenir walking cane made of sapling taken from the famous Gettysburg battlefield area of Pickett’s Charge. This wooden cane measures about 36" long. The handle area retains 10”… (2025-538) Learn More »
$495.00
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SILVER 3RD CORPS BADGE ID’D TO 1ST MASSACHUSETTS REGIMENT
Diamond shaped silver badge that meas. approx. 1.75 inches across and still retains the original “T” bar pin on back. Face is wonderfully inscribed at center with “HOOKER’S OLD DIVISION.”… (282-461) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF POPE PIUS IX – POPE FROM 1848 TO 1878
A cdv photo of the Pope, seated, in his robes. A table with religious statuary is next to him. Image has some light dirt and spotting. Plain unruled mount is untrimmed. Impressed across the bottom of… (2025-3374) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF U.S. GRANT FAMILY PORTRAIT
This is a cdv photograph of a portrait of the Grant family. U.S. Grant is in his Civil War uniform. Surrounding him is his wife, daughter, and three sons. Plain mount with “GRANT AND FAMILY” typed… (2025-3372) Learn More »
SLOUCH HAT AND SWORD OF J.S. CLARK: ABOLITIONIST; 4th MAINE INFANTRY VOLUNTEER; 3rd US INFANTRY; COMMANDING US COLORED INFANTRY; FREEDMAN'S BUREAU AND A FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE 9th CAVALRY "THE BUFFALO SOLDIERS"
This wonderfully historic grouping originated from the U.S. Grant GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) Post 4, later the Melrose Memorial Hall in Melrose, Massachusetts 590 Main St. Chartered on February… (1284-32) Learn More »
SACK COAT, CAP, SWORD, RUBBER BLANKET, MARYLAND CAMP FLAG AND OTHER EFFECTS OF LIEUTENANT AND CAPTAIN CHARLES N. KUHN, WOUNDED IN ACTION AT CEDAR CREEK WHILE BRIGADE ACTING AIDE-DE-CAMP AT CEDAR CREEK
Kuhn was born March 11, 1837. The 1880 census lists his occupation as house carpenter, which identifies him in the 1860 census at age 22, living in Westminster in the household of John and Sarah Kuhn,… (282-463) Learn More »
$25,000.00
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CONFEDERATE GUTTER-BACK FIXED-TONGUE FRAME BUCKLE FOUND AT HARPERS FERRY
Fixed-tongue frame buckles were simple in design, strong, lightweight, easy to cast and finish, and were widely produced throughout the south. This frame of this version has is cast with a channel in… (2025-3580) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG RECOVERED CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE
A regulation issue Union infantry cartridge box belt plate recovered here at Gettysburg. Made of die-stuck rolled brass with lead-solder fill back securing an iron wire forming two loops for… (2026-63) Learn More »
$395.00
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LONG STYLE CONFEDERATE FUSE ADAPTER FROM GETTYSBURG
The most widely used Confederate fuse plugs were the copper time fuse adapters with two spanner holes in the head. These fuse adapters came in various lengths and head diameters. This long style was… (2025-1670) Learn More »
RELIC US 3” PARROTT FUSE ADAPTER FROM GETTYSBURG
Zinc Parrott (long) fuse adapter measuring approximately 2.5” long. From a fired shell. Head is flanged with spanner holes and measures about 1.25” in diameter. Some deterioration around the edge… (2025-1669) Learn More »
RELIC US 3” PARROTT FUSE ADAPTER FROM GETTYSBURG
Zinc Parrott (short) fuse adapter measuring approximately 1.75” long. From a fired shell. Head has rounded flange with spanner holes. Threads run full length of the body. Nice white patina.… (2025-1668) Learn More »
$145.00
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RELIC US 3” HOTCHKISS FUSE ADAPTER FROM GETTYSBURG
Brass Hotchkiss fuse adapter measuring approximately 2.25” long. From a fired shell. Head is flanged with a screwdriver slot and measures about 1.2” in diameter. Threads run about 1/2” down the… (2025-1666) Learn More »
VERY NICE .44 CALIBER “ARMY” REVOLVER CARTRIDGE BY HAZARD
These "pressed powder" cartridges were made by the Hazard Powder Company under Doremus & Budd's patents (#34,725 & #34,744 dated March 18 & 25, 1862). The powder charge was molded by… (1212-122) Learn More »
$95.00
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VERY NICE .44 CALIBER “ARMY” REVOLVER CARTRIDGE BY COLT CARTRIDGE WORKS
These plain paper cartridges were made by Colt in Hartford, CT. The bullet is the short “new model” Colt bullet with solid base, one groove, and a rebated base. A plain, untreated paper cylinder… (1212-117) Learn More »
$95.00
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THREE LATE 19TH CENTURY HAIR COMBS
Group of three late 19th century hair combs from the Texas Civil War Museum, consisting of one made from faux tortoise shell in the Spanish style with five teeth, measuring 4" x 4½"; one made of faux… (1307-30) Learn More »
LOT OF LATE 19TH CENTURY JEWELRY AND TRIMMING
A mixed lot of late 19th century jewelry and trimming from the Texas Civil War Museum, consisting of the following: A 40" strand of small oval beads, possibly from a melon, that have dyed a dark… (1307-31) Learn More »
PAIR OF HAND-KNITTED LACE STOCKINGS
A pair of hand-knitted lace stockings from the Texas Civil War Museum. The stockings are knitted with very fine linen yarn at a gauge of 24 stitches/inch. The legs of the stockings are knit in a… (1307-32) Learn More »
$85.00
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CIRCA 1880S PARASOL
Simple and functional 1880s parasol from the Texas Civil War Museum. The ecru plain-weave cotton covered is accented with hand-worked entredeux at the top of the 1¾" hem. Self-fabric ruffle at base… (1307-28) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – JANUARY 11, 1861 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1851) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – SEPTEMBER 17, 1858 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1850) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – SEPTEMBER 10, 1858 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1849) Learn More »
W.H. SMITH MARKED EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT PLATE FOUND APRIL 1960 BY SYD KERKSIS IN A CS CAMP AT FREDERICKSBURG
This regulation belt plate for the cartridge box sling comes with its original collection envelope annotated by Syd Kerkis, the well-known and respected early relic hunter, collector and author,… (2026-568) Learn More »
$525.00
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OVAL PUPPY-PAW US BELT PLATE WITH LEATHER RECOVERED IN 1955 BY SYD KERKSIS IN U.S. 2nd CORPS LINES AT COLD HARBOR
This regulation US Civil War belt plate comes with Syd Kerksis’ original collection envelope with notations indicating he found it in April 1955 at Cold Harbor in the lines held by Barlow’s… (2026-567) Learn More »
$595.00
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PRE-CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SASH
An excellent condition pre-war military sash made of flat woven crimson worsted wool, 4” wide and about 160” overall, including 12” tassels and fringe at either end. Sashes as a badge of rank… (2025-3679) Learn More »
$795.00
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CIVIL WAR TARRED CANVAS, HAVELOCK STYLE, FORAGE CAP RAINCOVER
A pretty rare survivor- a Civil War privately purchased raincover, made of tarred (or “painted”) canvas with narrow round flat top to fit over a military kepi or forage cap and short cape to… (1268-1260) Learn More »
$275.00
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INDIAN WAR PERIOD TROUSERS
These trousers are likely a private purchase or state issue, following somewhat the 1884 US pattern in the renewed use of side-seam pockets, and the slightly darker shade of sky-blue introduced about… (801-581) Learn More »
VERY SCARCE EARLY-WAR UNION INFANTRY GREATCOAT WITH STENCILED SOLDIER’S INITIALS
A very scarce, early-war Union infantry greatcoat, dating to Fall-Winter 1861, showing issue and use, but in great condition, complete, bearing maker’s and US inspector’s stamps, soldier’s… (282-459) Learn More »
WONDERFUL, CIVIL WAR MEDICAL OFFICER’S MICROSCOPE PRESENTED TO DR. THOMAS CARROLL
This medical microscope is a Civil War artifact that was presented to Dr. Thomas Carroll while he was on duty at the Mount Pleasant U.S. General Hospital at Washington, DC during the war. Thomas… (2026-477) Learn More »
MAGNIFICENT SET OF SILVER GAMECOCK HEAD SPURS PRESENTED BY THE OFFICERS OF THE FIRST DELAWARE TO MAJOR GENERAL W.H. FRENCH
Unique in our experience, these impressive silver spurs are cast and chased in the form of a fighting rooster or gamecock. Intricately worked feathers spread back on the sidebars from the neck of each… (282-466) Learn More »
T.F. CARHART MAKER AND US INSPECTOR MARKED CIVIL WAR INFANTRY TROUSERS
This is an interesting pair of Civil War infantry trousers carrying a partially legible inspector’s stamp, with the inspector’s name “WILLIAMS” and “NY” clearly visible on the back of the… (801-582) Learn More »
$4,500.00
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A GREAT IDENTIFIED EARLY WAR FORAGE CAP
The etymology suggests that this particular cap cannot be called a "Bummer's cap" because it was worn almost 2 years before the Bummers "marching through Georgia" were a thing. This is a Model 1858… (1268-1023) Learn More »
$3,500.00
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SOUTH CAROLINA SECESSION COCKADE OF PALMETTO FRONDS, SC BUTTON, AND NOTE
A South Carolina secession cockade made of coiled Palmetto fronds about 2-1/2” in diameter, sewn to a thin white card on the reverse, with a cuff-size South Carolina button mounted at center with a… (1273-33) Learn More »
CDV OF GENERAL GRANT ETCHING
This is a nice clear cdv photo of a bust etching of General U.S. Grant. Plain untrimmed mount. Some minor edge wear. Photographer’s backmark of Joseph Ward, 125 Washington Street, Boston. Fine… (2025-3369) Learn More »
$30.00
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CDV OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN ETCHING
This is a nice clear cdv photo of a bust etching of President Lincoln. Plain mount with trimmed corners. No backmark. Fine image. [jet] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH… (2025-3367) Learn More »
$40.00
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US OVAL BELT PLATE, SMITH MARKED, FROM HARPERS FERRY, EX-SYD KERKSIS
This regulation 1839 pattern US oval waistbelt plate was recovered at Harpers Ferry by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and… (2026-337) Learn More »
$550.00
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1872 HAGNER CARTRIDGE BOX, TYPE II – MODIFIED FOR CAVALRY
This cartridge box is constructed of black bridle leather with very weak “US” embossing on flap, with finial & straps, 24 webbed cartridge slots, and two reverse belt loops. Front flap is soft… (1216-216) Learn More »
SCARCE TRANSITIONAL MODEL 1862 JOSLYN CARBINE #3179
This carbine #3179 is in the continuous serial number sequence for the single-shot, breechloading, .52 Caliber rimfire Model 1862 and Model 1864 Joslyn carbines and is one of the “Transitional… (1311-05) Learn More »
$1,850.00
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PATTERN 1863 8-RIVET SCABBARD
The scabbard shown here is of the 1863 pattern which contains eight copper rivets, 4 of which are located on the frog and 4 on the scabbard’s throat. This pattern of 8 copper rivet arrangements,… (172-6058) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1863 8-RIVET BAYONET SCABBARD BY H.W. OLIVER OF PITTSBURGH
The scabbard shown here is of the 1863 pattern which contains eight copper rivets, 4 of which are located on the frog and 4 on the scabbard’s throat. This pattern of 8 copper rivet arrangements,… (172-6062) Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1835 / 1842 SOCKET BAYONET
This is a nice example of the .69 caliber socket bayonet known to collectors as the U.S. Model 1842 Socket Bayonet. The designation as the Model 1842 is only a modern term of convenience used by… (302-115) Learn More »
A CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN'S SLOUCH HAT FROM THE GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN
This wonderful hat, probably a trooper's but perhaps an officer's, was found very recently in the town of Dover in south central Pennsylvania. Dover, near both York and Hanover Pennsylvania, witnessed… (1310-01) Learn More »
BANK OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA. $1 NOTE
Unissued $1 bank note dated January 2, 1865 by the Bank of Montgomery County located in Norristown, Pa. This attractive note features Union military officers. Clean and unsigned bill. Perfect contrast… (2026-173) Learn More »
1873 $1 NOTE FROM THE SOUTH CAROLINA RAILROAD COMPANY
Colorful $1 note dated July 1st, 1873 - Charleston, South Carolina. “Good for the fare of one passenger twenty five miles.” Large Vignettes of a locomotive and a maiden seated with sugar cane… (2026-153) Learn More »
FRAMED 1865 CURRIER AND IVES “DEATH OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN”
This engraving, measuring 14" x 10" shows Lincoln in his final hours surrounded by his family, medical officers, and cabinet. This piece was published in the wake of the assassination as the nation… (1179-1392) Learn More »
$95.00
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EXQUISITE 5TH CORPS BADGE WITH GEM TIN PHOTO OF SOLDIER
This 5th Corps badge retains a striking partial identification with a mounted gem sized tintype photo of a bearded soldier and a very old inscription cut into the back of the tin simply reading… (844-35) Learn More »
DASHING UNION CAPTAIN’S SHORT JACKET AND VEST
A very good example of short, non-regulation style popular among officers, both foot and mounted, for comfort and for style, for which the officer who wore this one had a flair. (“Shades of… (1314-02) Learn More »
VETERAN’S GROUPING OF CAPTAIN FRANCIS BUTLER, 152nd NEW YORK
Francis Butler enlisted on September 1, 1862 and mustered into Company G of the 152nd New York Infantry the next day. Ever the qualified and ambitious soul, he climbed the ranks from private to… (480-264) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR BLANKET
Blankets were items of military issue during the Civil War, but the wave of new volunteers both north and south overwhelmed recruiting services who scrambled to acquire and issue anything suitable… (1314-03) Learn More »
THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE IN IT'S GOLDEN AGE, ANNOTATED SECOND EDITION
Written by Joe Kindig, Jr. Longrifle Series, York, Pennsylvania: George Shumway, 2002. Annotated Second Edition. Hardcover. 562 pages. Illustrated with black and white pictures of various rifles.… (205-183) Learn More »
$95.00
Originally $120.00
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1775 PENNSYLVANIA FIVE SHILLING NOTE
This Pennsylvania note from the October 25, 1775 issue was printed by Hall and Sellers on paper containing blue threads and mica flakes. This Five Shilling bill is far scarcer than lower… (205-187) Learn More »
$395.00
Originally $550.00
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1862 FULL PAGE SKETCH OF PICKET SHELTER NEAR ARLINGTON HOUSE FROM 9TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND
Page meas. approx. 9.75 x 6.50 inches and contains a single drawing of a lean-to in the woods. The view is looking toward the inside of the lean-to showing the interior branch supports and how it is… (205-185) Learn More »
$495.00
Originally $595.00
BEAUTIFUL OFFICER’S SHELL JACKET OF COLONEL, LATER BREVET BRIG. GEN. WINSOR B. FRENCH 77th NEW YORK
This officer’s shell jacket was worn by Winsor B. French while Colonel of the 77th New York and carries his name in old brown ink on interior of the hanging loop inside the collar. Short jackets… (1314-06) Learn More »
NEAR FINE CONDITION HARPERS FERRY M1795 MUSKET DATED 1814
By most accounts Harpers Ferry began manufacturing parts for these muskets in 1800 and started actual assembly in 1801. As with their Springfield-made counterparts the designation Model 1795 is… (2025-3652) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – JULY 23, 1858 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1848) Learn More »
THE LIBERATOR NEWSPAPER – APRIL 13, 1855 EDITION
The Liberator was a weekly abolitionist newspaper founded and edited by William Lloyd Garrison and Isaac Knapp in Boston, Massachusetts, running for 35 years from January 1, 1831, to December 1865. It… (1179-1846) Learn More »
$50.00
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MINTY AND COMPLETE INSPECTOR-MARKED CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH
This is a complete percussion cap pouch. The leather is clean and the whole piece is in excellent overall condition. This pattern has the integral closing tab as an extension of the outer flap. The… (302-121) Learn More »
LARGE EMBROIDERED IVORY SILK PIANO SHAWL
This large embroidered ivory silk piano shawl, from the Texas Civil War Museum, is lavishly embellished with a deep fringe. The square center section has rounded corners and is heavily embroidered in… (1307-29) Learn More »
1890S CREAM SILK SATIN DRESS WITH BEADED BODICE AND TRAINED SKIRT
This 1890s cream silk satin dress with beaded bodice and trained skirt, from the Texas Civil War Museum, could have been worn as a reception dress, an evening dress, or a wedding gown. The… (1307-33) Learn More »
HAMPTON’S BATTERY MONUMENT DEDICATION RIBBON – 1885
This rich crimson silk ribbon has been screenprinted in silver with the original tablet on the monument dedicated to Hampton’s Battery on the battlefield at Gettysburg. This is the ribbon portion… (595-2211) Learn More »
$75.00
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BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG 60th ANNIVERSARY GAR RIBBON
This small patriotic ribbon measures approximately four inches in length by one inch across. The celluloid badge portion features a drawing of soldiers shaking hands in front of a cannon, set against… (595-2171) Learn More »
C1800 BLACK SILK SHIRTWAIST BODICE & SKIRT
A black silk shirtwaist bodice and skirt, c.1900, from the Texas Civil War Museum. The bodice is styled with a blouson silhouette that is adjusted at the waist with a waist stay. The asymmetrical… (1307-38) Learn More »
POST-WAR UNMOUNTED ALBUMEN PRINT OF NAVAL COMMANDER MATTHEW FONTAINE MAURY, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
Measures approximately 5.75 inches by just under 3.5 inches wide. Photograph features a waist-up civilian view of Confederate General Thomas Taylor. The reverse of the image shows a pencil notation:… (1189-189) Learn More »
POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL GUSTAVUS WOODSON SMITH, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
Measures approximately 5.5 inches by just under 3.75 inches wide. Photograph features a bust view of Confederate General Gustavus Smith. The reverse of the image shows a pencil notation: “Gen. G.W.… (1189-180) Learn More »
POST-WAR UNMOUNTED GELATIN PRINT OF GENERAL WILLIAM PRESTON, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
Measures approximately 5.5 inches by just under 3.75 inches wide. Photograph features a bust view of Confederate General William Preston. The reverse of the image shows a pencil notation: “Preston… (1189-176) Learn More »
POST-WAR UNMOUNTED GELATIN PRINT OF GENERAL THOMAS TAYLOR MUNFORD, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
Measures approximately 5.5 inches by just under 3.75 inches wide. Photograph features a waist-up view of Confederate General Thomas Munford. The photographer’s mark is embossed on the bottom of the… (1189-174) Learn More »
WW2 US AIRCORPS GROUP – M1911 PISTOL, SHOULDER HOLSTER, ANH-15 FLIGHT HELMET – WITH RESEARCHABLE INFORMATION
Offered here are three nice pieces that came in together and are associated to a World War 2 airman. First and foremost is a nice Model 1911 A1, .45 caliber automatic pistol. Serial number 2139818.… (1202-1070) Learn More »
SCARCE 1808 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1795 MUSKET TYPE-2 MUSKET
Following the general lines of the French 1766 Charleville musket and referred to as a “Charleville pattern” in contemporary records, and the M1795 by modern collectors, this was one of 5,890… (2025-3651) Learn More »
JUST PUBLISHED! A LITTLE PIECE OF HELL – THE ATTACK AND DEFENSE OF THE ROSE FARM, JULY 2-3, 1863
Fink, Scott T. 2026, Savas Beatie; hardcover with dustjacket. 76 images, 10 maps, 384 pages. The unassuming stone farmhouse, where John and Ann Rose and their seven children lived, stood amid 230… (ST501239) Learn More »
PATRIOTIC GETTYSBURG REUNION RIBBON “THE ARMY & NAVY FOREVER” FOR THE 1889 REUNION
Here we have a very patriotic red, white, and blue ribbon with gold embossed lettering and a Union eagle naval anchor. It reads: “The Army and Navy / Forever / Gettysburg, / Sep’t 11-12, 1889. The… (595-2122) Learn More »
$95.00
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GETTYSBURG ADDRESS CENTENNIAL BADGE
This badge of blue and yellow ribbon measures approximately four inches in length and just over one inch wide. It features a metal drop in the form of a scroll of paper with a profile bust view of… (595-2131) Learn More »
$30.00
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SOLDIER’S NATIONAL MONUMENT CELLULOID PHOTO BADGE
This very small lapel badge features a celluloid photo button featuring the soldier’s national monument at the Gettysburg National Cemetery. Two patriotic flag ribbons have been woven together to… (595-2060) Learn More »
$25.00
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WWII US COLLINS CO. LEGITIMUS NO.18 BOWIE KNIFE AND LEATHER SHEATH
A WII US Collins & Co Legitimus No.18 Bowie Knife with Original Brown Leather Sheath. Clip point blade with two thin grooves near spine. Maker marked "COLLINS & CO./ LEGITIMUS/ MADE IN USA/… (169-634) Learn More »
$450.00
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US PATTERN 1863 8-RIVET BAYONET SCABBARD
The scabbard shown here is of the 1863 pattern which contains eight copper rivets, 4 of which are located on the frog and 4 on the scabbard’s throat. This pattern of 8 copper rivet arrangements,… (490-6980A) Learn More »
$135.00
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NICE CONDITION US/CS CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY GIMLET
Civil War artillery gimlets were used to remove broken friction primers or other obstructions from the vent hole of a cannon tube. This example shows very light surface rust, a wood handle with its… (2025-623) Learn More »
$75.00
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THE MILITARY EFFECTS AND MORE OF MAURICE LEYDEN, THIRD NEW YORK CAVALRY
This grouping came directly from the Leyden family in 1998 and within a few months was in the Ray Richey collection. Maurice Leyden was 22 years of age when he enrolled at Syracuse in the military… (1268-777) Learn More »
THOMAS PORTER SLAVE TRADE BUTTON IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
Very good condition slave trade button made of copper alloy, bearing on the face “TP,” the mark of Thomas Porter II (1790-1857), with a manufacturer’s “quality” mark on reverse. This… (2026-335) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR-ERA PICCOLO WITH ORIGINAL CASE
This piccolo is an example of a musical wind instrument as used during the Civil War-era. This piece measures approximately 11.5” long and is made of mahogany and ivory. One end is stoppered with a… (169-622) Learn More »
SCARCE BALLARD .52 CALIBER (56-56 Spencer) CARBINE BY BALL AND WILLIAMS, SERIAL #483, SOLD TO KENTUCKY APRIL 1864
This is one of one thousand Ballard carbines sold by that company’s agents, Merwin and Bray, to the State of Kentucky on April 27, 1864, and likely issued to the 16th KY Cavalry or some of the… (1311-02) Learn More »
U.S. 3” HOTCHKISS CASE-SHOT SHELL – NOSE PORTION
This is an excavated specimen and this common size was for the 3” Ordnance rifle. This is the nose portion of the 3-piece Hotchkiss artillery shell. No lead sabot or iron base cup. The copper fuse… (1300-116) Learn More »
$125.00
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1832 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER’S GOLD BULLION HUNTING HORN
This is an original 1832 Pattern Infantry officer’s gold bullion hunting horn insignia. It measures approximately 2.5” x 2” with a black background and gold bullion and sequins. The 1832 pattern… (2025-864) Learn More »
GEORGIA PIKE BLADE RECOVERED AT MILLEDGEVILLE, GA.
Primitive, but cheap and easily made, pikes were recognized as a stop-gap measure until better arms could be obtained and were made throughout the south by small and large manufacturers with various… (2025-3625) Learn More »
MODIFIED CIVIL WAR MANN’S PATENT INFANTRY WAIST BELT
This is the waistbelt designed by Col. William Mann for use with his patent infantry accoutrements. Mann’s system was meant to balance and more evenly distribute the weight of the accoutrements,… (2025-242) Learn More »
ENLISTEDMAN’S LEATHER WAIST BELT RECOVERED FROM RIVER AT CITY POINT, VA
Offered here is an interesting relic recovered out of the river at City Point, VA. Leather belt measures approximately 35” long x 1.75” wide. Many well-used holes from when a belt plate was… (2023-3169) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR STARR CARBINE USED BY THE 1ST ARKANSAS CAVALRY (US), COMPANY C
About 20,000 of these Starr percussion Carbines in .54 Caliber were bought by the Union during the Civil War and subsequently issued to Western troops. This weapon has a dropping breach, similar in… (2025-3696) Learn More »
FRAMED HAND-ACCENTED ESCUTCHEON – PRIVATE LOUIS FAUTEUX, 2nd MASS. CAVALRY
Louis G. A. Fauteux was a 19-year-ol upholsterer when he enlisted and mustered into Company D of the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry on February 26, 1864. He served through the remainder of the war in the… (490-6201) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1859 2-RIVET BAYONET SCABBARD – FORMED TO M1816 BAYONET PROFILE
In 1859, an updated version of the P1851 scabbard was adopted to accompany the new series of infantry accoutrements that had been approved in 1857. This new Pattern 1859 scabbard added two reinforcing… (172-6064) Learn More »
$225.00
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1812 DATED RUFUS PERKINS 1808 US CONTRACT STYLE MILITIA MUSKET
Rufus Perkins of Bridgewater, CT, undertook a US contract on Oct. 31, 1808, for 2,500 muskets to be delivered within five years. He was experienced in firearms manufacture, apparently having worked… (2025-3657) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE ORDNANCE “CAPTURED AND COLLECTED” L.G. & Y. RIFLE MUSKET
Some 200,000 thousand firearms captured or collected by CS Ordnance teams and civilians, along with perhaps another 50,000 turned in by CS units, went through the cleaning and/or repair… (1301-01) Learn More »
$2,500.00
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MODEL 1840 CAVALRY SABER BY SHEBLE & FISHER
Sheble & Fisher (often misspelled as Shelby) were Philadelphia-based manufacturers who produced Model 1840 "Wrist-breaker" heavy cavalry swords, NCO swords, and artillery swords, primarily on… (1252-05) Learn More »
$950.00
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FRENCH M1892 LEBEL REVOLVER HOLSTER – STAMPED
This holster was made for the French Model 1892 Lebel Revolver – in use during both World Wars. Leather is supple and free of major damage or wear. The flap shows some crazing across the top from… (490-7219) Learn More »
AMES MODEL 1841 U.S. NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1842: FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION; FIRST CONTRACT
The 1841 U.S. Navy cutlass is scarce. Only 6,600 of them were made from 1842 through 1846. Ames sent three cutlasses of slightly different configuration to the Board of Naval Ordnance in November… (172-6124) Learn More »
“SOUVENIR” BALLOON CLOTH FROM PHILIPPINES – 17TH BALLOON COMPANY, U.S. ARMY
Offered here is a 19” x 18” piece of original U.S. Army balloon cloth with artwork relating to an incident that happened in the Philippines in 1920. This portion of thin cloth has old paper… (1202-1125) Learn More »
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RARE PACK OF CONFEDERATE, RICHMOND ARSENAL, ARTILLERY FRICTION PRIMERS
Offered here is a very rare, nice condition, original pack of artillery friction primers manufactured at the Richmond Arsenal in Virginia during the Civil War. These “primers” are what was placed in the cannon vent hole and attached to a lanyard… (1268-512). Learn More »
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