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POCKET SIZE CHRISTIAN PRAYER BOOK CARRIED BY PVT WILLIAM FOX, 51ST PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY
A small 2” x 3” book published by the American Tract Society in New York. Titled “HEAVENLY MANNA” or, A COLLECTION of PRAYERS AND PROMISES for EACH DAY IN THE YEAR. Undated. Pencil inscription… (1000-1594) Learn More »
$225.00
SOLD
A RARE SURVIVOR - CA. 1825-1840 US MILITIA SHAKO PLATE WITH ITS ORIGINAL PLUME
This US militia hat plate still has its original black feather plume and measures an impressive 25” tall overall. Made of die-struck brass, the cap plate itself measures 4-1/2” tall and 3-1/4”… (1273-110) Learn More »
VERY RARE AND NICE FREEMAN .44 REVOLVER – SERIAL NO. “409”
The Freeman Army Revolver is a scarce and .44 caliber, 6-shot, single-action percussion revolver from the Civil War, with approximately 2,000 produced by Hoard's Armory in Watertown, New York, around… (490-7512) Learn More »
BRITISH EAST INDIA COMPANY WINDUS PATTERN SOCKET BAYONET
Socket bayonet for use with the .75 caliber Windus Pattern 1771 Brown Bess flintlock musket. The distinguishing feature is the external spring catch screwed to the socket. This spring, sometimes… (2026-1213) Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1855 .58 CALIBER SOCKET BAYONET
This is an original Model 1855 socket bayonet for .58 caliber Civil War era Springfield rifle muskets. Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a smooth, clean surface and pewter… (2026-1217) Learn More »
EXCELLENT CONDITION ENFIELD NAVAL CUTLASS BAYONET AVAILABLE FOR CS EXPORT
This is the Type 2, for use on the Pattern 1858 Naval Rifle. The British military wanted to create a dual-purpose bayonet for the rifle and settled on a combination naval cutlass & bayonet. The… (1284-34) Learn More »
CDV ENGRAVED PORTRAIT OF GENERAL WILLIAM MACKALL
William Mackall made a career of the US Army for 24 years until resigning his commission to join the Confederate Army. He rose to the rank of Brigadier General, commanding the combined garrison at… (2025-3427) Learn More »
$250.00
ON HOLD
VERY RARE CDV ENGRAVING PORTRAIT OF GENERAL ROBERT HOKE
Robert Hoke was the youngest man to achieve the Confederate rank of Major General at age 26. Wounded at 2nd Fredericksburg and recuperating for much of 1863, his temporary replacement, Colonel Avery,… (2025-3422) Learn More »
$250.00
ON HOLD
CDV ETCHING PORTRAIT OF JOHN HUNT MORGAN
Best known for his diversionary raid into Indiana, West Virginia, and Ohio – John Hunt Morgan became the picture of the dashing and daring Southern cavalry officer. His “thunderbolt” style of… (2025-3416) Learn More »
CDV ENGRAVING PORTRAIT OF EDWARD “ALLEGHENY” JOHNSON
Allegheny Johnson’s nickname was earned during the early 1861 campaigns in Western Virginia and is among the most recognizable of the war. He famously reconnoitered Culp’s Hill on the evening of… (2025-3434) Learn More »
CDV ENGRAVING OF BRIGADIER GENERAL GEORGE T. ANDERSON
This image features a bust view of General Anderson, one of the hardest fighting senior commanders in the Army of Northern Virginia. Anderson’s man famously stormed the Wheatfield, Rose Woods, and… (2025-3426) Learn More »
CDV ENGRAVING OF JEB STUART
Few senior officers of the Civil War are more recognizable than JEB Stuart. This image is endlessly recognizable to students of the war as part of a mid-war series taken of the General not terribly… (2025-3407) Learn More »
$250.00
ON HOLD
FULL-VIEW CDV ETCHING PORTRAIT OF VARINA DAVIS
In this image, the “First Lady of the Confederacy” stands before a Corinthian backdrop in a fine, ruffled dress. The photograph itself is mounted to a common card with sharp edges and corners. … (2025-3442) Learn More »
$250.00
SOLD
CDV ENGRAVING PORTRAIT OF GENERAL JAMES CHALMERS
James Chalmers rose to the rank of Brigadier General, first commanding infantry in the Western Theater of the Civil War at places like Shiloh and Stones River. Eventually, he commanded a Division in… (2025-3435) Learn More »
$225.00
ON HOLD
RARE BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS DRAGOON HELMET
This item is a circa 1820 Boston Militia Dragoon Helmet, a very unique & rare tarred leather helmet (patterned after the US Regulation Dragoon Helmet of May 1833). A very finely constructed… (1273-108) Learn More »
A MUZZLE LOADING CS RICHMOND CAVALRY CARBINE
This .58 caliber Carbine is in good condition, and like most of these guns is a composite of Richmond made parts, and left-over captured Harpers Ferry parts. The carbine has the low hump Richmond lock… (2026-816) Learn More »
NEAR EXCELLENT CONDITION COLT M1851 NAVY
A near excellent Middle Fourth Model Colt M1851 Navy, with all-matching serial number 141159, to which the Colt site assigns an 1863 production date. This model falls in the #118000-#16800 range,… (302-123) Learn More »
$9,750.00
Originally $11,500.00
CONFEDERATE CAP BOX
A no-doubt-about-it Confederate cap box made in the fashion of a standard issue Union cap box with a one-piece flap narrowing toward the bottom to form a latch tab that fastens over a pointed brass… (302-122) Learn More »
$500.00
Originally $750.00
TIN OF METALLIC CARTRIDGE PRIMERS
This is a very nice japanned tin container with lid and printed paper label. Measuring 1” tall and 1.5” in diameter, and retaining nearly all japanned brown finish. Orange paper label on the lid… (2026-794) Learn More »
$35.00
ON HOLD
PACK OF FRANKFORD ARSENAL 20-SECOND FUSES
This pack of 20-second artillery fuses originates from the Frankford Arsenal and was produced in 1864. These longer burning fuses are harder to find than the short-burning fuses. The pack is… (1202-1349) Learn More »
$75.00
ON HOLD
EXTREMELY RARE COLONIAL AMERICAN MADE "PIERCED HEAD WEEPING HEART" HALBERD
Perhaps the most desired artifacts of the French and Indian War and the early days of the American Revolution are the polearms. The two patterns most sought by experts and collectors are of the… (1298-01) Learn More »
$4,350.00
Originally $6,500.00
SOLD
ELEGANT C1890 WOMAN’S TWO-PIECE MAUVE FIGURED SILK RECEPTION DRESS
A feminine and elegant woman’s two-piece mauve figured silk reception dress c.1890, from the Texas Civil War Museum. The jacquard fabric is woven with narrow stripes alternating with strips of… (1307-43) Learn More »
C1862-1863 AMETHYST PURPLE RIBBED WATERED SILK MOIRÉ DRESS
Woman’s amethyst purple ribbed watered silk moiré dress, c. 1862-1863, trimmed with aubergine silk taffeta ruching, originally from the Tasha Tudor collection, loaned to Colonial Williamsburg, and… (1307-42) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR MODEL 1863 AMERICAN MACHINE WORKS SMITH CAVALRY CARBINE #8183 IN FINE CONDITION
This is a very strong condition Civil War cavalry carbine, all original, showing much more than 30 percent original finish, including some strong blues and case colors, sharp markings in both the… (2026-835) Learn More »
1863 DATED NEW JERSEY CONTRACT TRENTON MODEL 1861
It’s hard to overstate the condition of this Model 1861 Rifle Musket. It is all original, complete with all bands, springs, sights, swivels and rod in place. The metal is smooth, in the bright,… (362-1318) Learn More »
KLINGENTHAL IMPORT US M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD
The US Model 1850 Foot Officer’s Sword, officially adopted in 1851, was based on a French 1845 officer’s saber pattern, so it is no surprise to find French imports that may only broadly follow the… (1273-36) Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1835/1842 SOCKET BAYONET
This Federal accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Model 1835/42 smoothbore musket. The term angular bayonet refers to the type most commonly used by infantry soldiers. The… (2026-1209) Learn More »
$200.00
ON HOLD
.58 CALIBER RIFLE-MUSKET CARTRIDGE DISPLAY
Offered here is an interesting display of a deconstructed .58 caliber cartridge. This 8” x 6” display case contains all the components of a Civil War-era .58 caliber “Minie ball” cartridge for… (2026-689) Learn More »
$65.00
SOLD
AMERICAN IMPORTED BRITISH LIGHT CAVALRY SABER DATED 1825
This steel-hilted saber is the British Pattern1796 light cavalry saber. The Pattern 1796 emerged from the reforming zeal of John Gaspard Le Marchant, a British officer frustrated by the poor quality… (2023-2233) Learn More »
$1,150.00
ON HOLD
A LONDON ARMOURY RIFLE-MUSKET
The London Armoury Company was established in 1856 with the intention of producing military arms for British War Department, as well as export markets. The London Armoury Company (LAC) produced arms… (2026-721) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE “CS & STAR” SHORT SWORD
A classic Confederate sword patterned after the US M1833 short sword, using a brass hilt with a prominent star in place of the eagle on the pommel face and a prominent “CS” in the crossguard. This… (2026-1237) Learn More »
A HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER JS AND ANCHOR CONFEDERATE ENFIELD WITH MATCHING NUMBERED RAMROD
The British made Pattern 1853 “Enfield” rifle-musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. It was the first “small bore” rifled long arm to see general issue to… (2026-728) Learn More »
$6,750.00
ON HOLD
SEVEN-SHOT MOORE RIMFIRE REVOLVER
The seven-shot .32 Caliber Moore was an attractive and robust revolver offering blued barrel and cylinder with silvered foliate engraved brass frame, triggerguard, grip and buttstraps as standard… (2026-883) Learn More »
$975.00
SOLD
REMARKABLE 89TH NY VETERAN RIBBON THROW QUILT
This absolutely unique item is composed of twenty-nine veteran ribbons associated with the 89th New York Infantry. Twenty-five of the ribbons are attributed to annual reunion events, while one is a… (2026-999) Learn More »
$395.00
SOLD
MID-19TH CENTURY ARTIST’S SKETCH BOOK
Offered here is a 7.5” x 6” note book used as sketching pad by an artist. Twenty-nine sketches in total; most in pencil with a few in ink. Sketches of people, flowers, animals, and landscapes. The… (2025-1127) Learn More »
$100.00
SOLD
3RD INFANTRY OFFICER’S MCDOWELL CAP
A very good looking Union infantry officer’s cap in about excellent condition with strong blue color, tight seams, only three small moth nips, its original embroidered bullion 3rd Infantry Regiment… (1273-82) Learn More »
$4,250.00
ON HOLD
THREE-BARREL FLINT BOXLOCK TAP ACTION PISTOL BY TWIGG WITH BULLET MOULD
An impressive and cleverly engineered flintlock pocket pistol by Twigg of London dating about 1790. The pistol immediately tripled the owner’s chances of survival by offering three barrels, each .40… (2026-338) Learn More »
NEW MODEL 1863 SHARPS CARBINE CONVERTED TO CENTERFIRE
The most famous, single-shot, percussion firearm used during the Civil War was the Sharps carbine, a .52 caliber, breechloading firearm invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native Christian… (2026-831) Learn More »
$1,950.00
ON HOLD
THREE-DRAW COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS
This antique optical instrument from the mid-19th century is a very appealing, three-draw collapsible telescope/spyglass in very good condition. Made of brass, this device is constructed with three… (179-1300) Learn More »
$155.00
ON HOLD
IDENTIFIED OFFICER’S GAUNTLETS OF LT. JOHN T. MAGINNIS, 18TH CONNECTICUT INFANTRY – POW WINCHESTER, VA JUNE 1863, HELD AT LIBBY PRISON; KILLED IN ACTION JUNE 1864 AT PIEDMONT, VA
This pair of buckskin gauntlets were worn by John Thomas Maginnis of the 18th Connecticut Infantry. They remain in very good condition with supple leather and light soiling from use. Each gauntlet… (282-452) Learn More »
$3,000.00
ON HOLD
CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD BY BOYLE & GAMBLE OF AN UNCOMMON PATTERN
Boyle & Gamble company of Richmond, Virginia was the Confederacy’s most prolific maker of officer’s swords. They made swords for private purchase but also had government contracts.… (1179-043) Learn More »
$4,500.00
SOLD
U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SHOULDER SLING AND PLATES BY CROSSMAN
Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in solid condition. The outer flap has a “US” box plate mounted in the center; its weight helped keep the flap closed. The flap retains a nice smooth surface. The… (1273-74) Learn More »
$895.00
SOLD
ID’D NEW TESTAMENT – PRIVATE GEORGE BELL, 3rd NJ and 23rd PA – WITH INSCRIPTION AND LOCK OF HAIR
Private George R. Bell was a 28-year-old carpenter when he enlisted on 4/27/1861 Trenton and mustered into the 3rd New Jersey, serving with them a 3-month term before mustering out. On August 8th,… (2025-1933) Learn More »
US VOLUNTEER MILITIA HAT PLATE CA.1825-1840
Measuring 4-3/4” tall and 3-1/2” wide, this die-struck brass or copper plate has uniform “ deep olive green patina with the exception of two or three minute rubs on highpoints near the top edge… (1273-114) Learn More »
SHIELD SHAPED US VOLUNTEER MILITIA CAP PLATE CA. 1820-1835
A die-struck brass shako plate 5-1/4 x 3-13/16 in. Pierced with small holes at upper corners and lower point for attachment to the shako by sewing or wire. On the reverse a 1-5/8 in. brass tube plume… (1273-112) Learn More »
C1825-1845 COBALT BLUE FREE BLOWN SALT WELL
Cobalt blue free blown salt well, American, probably Midwest 1825-1845. Wasted bowl with everted rim, raised on a drawn short stem and conical foot with rough graphite pontil mark, 2 1/4" tall. … (1239-128) Learn More »
$110.00
SOLD
EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE NAVAL CUTLASS GRIP
An excavated, but very good condition example of the grip and pommel of a CS Naval cutlass. This measures 5” overall and preserves the scaled grip and the pommel decoration: “CSN” incised in… (1309-777) Learn More »
$200.00
ON HOLD
ROGERS AND SPENCER ARMY MODEL REVOLVER
The Rogers and Spencer Company had experience manufacturing the Pettingill revolver and in November 1864 received a U.S. contract for 5,000 single-action six-shot .44 caliber percussion revolvers with… (1268-206) Learn More »
LIEUTENANT TO MAJOR JULIUS STIMPSON CLARK'S SWORD
Enlisting on June 15, 1861, in the 4th Maine Infantry as a Commissary Sergeant Clark was soon captured at the battle of First Bull Run (4th Maine Infantry Regiment in the American Civil War). He was a… (1284-35) Learn More »
$1,995.00
ON HOLD
RARE BEN BUTLER U.S. LINDNER CONVERSION MODEL 1841 RIFLE
This is one of two hundred M1841 Rifles altered to the Lindner breechloading system for General Benjamin Butler in Fall 1861. Massachusetts had acquired 4,000 M1841s made by Robbins and Lawrence from… (1317-01) Learn More »
VERY UNCOMMON CDV – ENGRAVED PORTRAIT OF GENERAL MCLAWS
Lafayette McLaws is one of the more controversial figures of the senior command of the Army of Northern Virginia – famously running afoul of General Longstreet to the tune of a Court Marshall for… (2025-3432) Learn More »
RARE CDV – ETCHING OF GENERAL JOHN HUNT MORGAN – CANCELLED STAMPS, 1865
Best known for his diversionary raid into Indiana, West Virginia, and Ohio – John Hunt Morgan became the picture of the dashing and daring Southern cavalry officer. His “thunderbolt” style of… (2025-3414) Learn More »
CDV OF CAPTAIN ANDREW COWAN – 3rd and 1st NY LIGHT ARTILLERY
Andrew was 19 years old when he enlisted on 4/29/1861 at Elmira, New York. He began his volunteer career as a 1st Sergeant in Battery B of the 3rd New York Light Artillery on 5/22/1861, and was… (286-437) Learn More »
$225.00
SOLD
CDV OF GENERAL BEN MCCOLLOCH
Ben McColloch has quite the impressive career as a personal and professional Texan – serving as a Ranger, fighting with the Republic of Texas, and reaching positions of political power. He served… (259-161) Learn More »
CDV OF C.L. MOTLEY – DIPLOMAT UNDER LINCOLN ADMINISTRATION
This CDV features C. L. Motley and is mounted to common style of card with fine gold border patterning. Motley’s name is penciled in at the bottom edge, and a spot of edge wear is noted. The reverse… (259-162) Learn More »
FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR ERA OFFICER'S PISTOL
This brass mounted .65 caliber smooth bore pistol was made in the famous arms manufacturing town of Liege by Antoine Prion around 1750. Liege then a Bishopric but since 1830 in Belgium was a gun… (2026-663) Learn More »
$2,350.00
ON HOLD
U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX BY C.S. STORMS
Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in good, solid condition. The outer flap was cut for a “US” box plate to be mounted in the center; it was removed and there is no plate included. The latch-tab is… (1273-76) Learn More »
WAR OF 1812 CRIMSON OFFICER’S SASH
This sash is a regulation crimson officer’s sash made of silk net complete with knots and tassels. The sash is in very good condition with only minor wear to the fringe and the sash itself. There… (1273-57) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR CRIMSON OFFICER’S SASH
This sash is a regulation crimson officer’s sash made of silk net complete with Turk's-head knots and tassels. The sash is in good condition with minor wear to the fringe. There are a few snags to… (1273-56) Learn More »
A RICHMOND ARMORY "RAZEE CARBINE"
It started life as a Model 1842 musket with a 42-inch round barrel, but to meet the demands for firearms required by the Confederacy for both Cavalry and Artillery it was official shortened at an… (2026-731) Learn More »
$2,950.00
ON HOLD
PALMETTO ARMORY PISTOL, EX-DR. FRED NOVY COLLECTION
This single shot pistol was made at the Palmetto Armory in Columbia, SC. The Palmetto Armory was founded in the early 1850s by William Glaze to make and supply arms to South Carolina’s State… (282-464) Learn More »
$6,500.00
ON HOLD
COMMERCIAL CIVIL WAR SEWING KIT, SOLDIER’S “HOUSEWIFE”
Sewing kits, in soldier parlance “housewives,” were common going-away gifts from mothers, wives, sweethearts, and charitable sewing circles to departing soldiers who would have to fend for… (2025-3042) Learn More »
A FORAGE CAP THAT "WHISTLES DIXIE"
This coffee-colored wool forage cap was discovered in Morristown, Tennessee in 1964 by a Mr. Robert Walter. Based on the pre-war model 1858 cap it certainly is a wool and cotton blend and measures 3… (1268-554) Learn More »
$9,500.00
Originally $12,500.00
C.1855-1865 BLACK LACE, RIBBON AND NET FANCY CAP
Exquisite black lace, ribbon, and net fancy cap c.1855-1865 from the Texas Civil war museum collection. The crown of the cap is made from black cotton bobbinet with a small scattered floral motif, and… (1307-57) Learn More »
$150.00
SOLD
C. 1880 BONNET WITH GOLD LACE OF METAL THREAD, AND DARK BURGUNDY VELVET BANDS
A dramatic bonnet c. 1880 that makes a statement about the fashionable woman who wore it, from the Texas Civil War Museum. The brim is covered with pleated and ruched bands of rich dark burgundy… (1307-58) Learn More »
C1862-1864 SPOON BONNET OF BLUE SILK TAFFETA
A wonderful example of a very fashionable spoon bonnet c.1862-1864, from the Texas Civil War Museum. The bonnet is made from iridescent cornflower blue silk taffeta mounted on a buckram frame. The… (1307-62) Learn More »
4.52 INCH CONFEDERATE 12-PDR. BORMANN FUSED SPHERICAL SHELL
This type of artillery round was fired from smoothbore Napoleon cannons. The iron cannonball is in good condition with some light pitting overall. Nice dark patina throughout. The ball has been… (881-28) Learn More »
$475.00
SOLD
CS 3.67” MARSHALL, TX ARSENAL-POINTED SCHENKL BOLT - REC. PROVENCAL, LA
Manufactured at the Marshall Arsenal, Marshall, Texas. The design utilized many features from the Federal Schenkl style, but is a unique CS design. The Confederates replaced the paper sleeve from the… (2026-534) Learn More »
$1,450.00
ON HOLD
EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE 3” ARCHER BOLT - SHILOH, TN
The design was likely produced by Dr. Robert Archer, a partner of Joseph Anderson, the superintendent at the Tredegar Foundry in Richmond, VA. Constructed of cast iron, this bolt specimen features a… (2026-519) Learn More »
$1,250.00
ON HOLD
BRITISH 1796 TYPE HEAVY DRAGOON PISTOL
This pistol, a later and larger "commercial" version of the type carried at Waterloo by the Scots Grays. It is in exceptional condition. Actually, dating around 1813 to 1830 it was destined for use by… (2026-665) Learn More »
$2,350.00
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BRITISH FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS
Whether in the hands of a nervous coachman concerned about highwaymen or a well-to-do landowner worried about burglars or irate tenants at a country estate, few things were more conducive to a serious… (2026-572) Learn More »
$3,000.00
ON HOLD
CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER AND STRAP
This is one of two nearly identical Confederate canteens with original covers and straps that we acquired. CS canteens of this style were patterned after the simple, flat sided tin canteens often used… (1273-97) Learn More »
RELIC -- CIVIL WAR CONNECTICUT STATE SEAL BUTTON
This excavated two-piece button was used during the Civil War. The button was first made for the active militia of the 1850s. Button is in excellent “dug” condition. The face retains much of its… (2026-113) Learn More »
$75.00
SOLD
RELIC -- U.S. RIFLEMAN’S COAT BUTTON
This is an excavated rifleman’s “Eagle R” button. Coat size. Straight shank remains. “Horstmann & Allien NY” backmark. Smooth face with perhaps 45% gilt remaining. The “R” in the… (2026-112) Learn More »
$100.00
SOLD
EARLY WAR CONFEDERATE SINCLAIR HAMILTON INSPECTED ENFIELD RIFLE-MUSKET
The British made Pattern 1853 “Enfield” rifle-musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. It was the first “small bore” rifled long arm to see general issue to… (2026-735) Learn More »
$2,295.00
ON HOLD
U.S. PATTERN 1861 INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX BY CONDICT
Pattern 1861 US cartridge box in good, solid condition. The outer flap was cut for a “US” box plate to be mounted in the center; it was removed and there is no plate included. The latch-tab is… (1273-73) Learn More »
SCARCE US MODEL 1816 FENCING BAYONET SOCKET
See Chapter VII of Reilly, Socket Bayonets, for details and a typology of socket fencing bayonets. This is his Type-I: the socket and elbow of a US M1816 bayonet modified by elimination of the blade… (2026-931) Learn More »
BURNSIDE PATTERN TYPE UNION OFFICER'S HAT
This black felt hat comes pretty close in style to the rarely seen "Burnside Pattern". It has a 3-inch-wide brim that has 1 1/4-inch-wide grosgrain wrapped around; of this 85% is worn but intact. The… (1311-10) Learn More »
$2,950.00
SOLD
FINE ITALIAN SNAPHAUNCE BELT PISTOL CA. 1675
The snaphaunce is one of the earlier forms of flint and steel ignition and was introduced in the mid-16th century. It remained in use in Northern Italy into the mid-18th century giving it a… (2026-657) Learn More »
W.H. SMITH MARKED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS AT CHANCELLORSVILLE IN DECEMBER 1955
This maker-marked cartridge box plate was found at Chancellorsville, site of Joe Hooker’s May 1863 painful lesson in humility, by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and… (2026-1262) Learn More »
$550.00
SOLD
US CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE FROM RESACA, EX-SYD KERKSIS
This regulation US eagle cartridge box belt plate was recovered in October 1957 at Resaca by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt… (2026-1261) Learn More »
$450.00
SOLD
1861 DATED ENFIELD TOWER RIFLE-MUSKET CS INSPECTED
The British made Pattern 1853 “Enfield” rifle-musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. It was the first “small bore” rifled long arm to see general issue to… (2026-729) Learn More »
WORLD WAR 2 PROPELLER BLADE FROM B-24 "LIBERATOR" BOMBER CRASH SITE IN ENGLAND
Offered here is a single propeller blade from a World War Two B-24 bomber from the 392nd Bomb Group that crashed on March 25, 1945. The crash occurred when two B-24s collided in the clouds while… (1202-1164) Learn More »
CRESCENT-SHAPED US VOLUNTEER MILITIA HAT PLATE 1825-1845
Crescent-shaped die-struck silvered copper hat plate measuring 4-1/4” wide and 4-1/4” tall, featuring a US 1821 pattern spread-winged eagle with shield, arrows and olive branch facing the heraldic… (1273-115) Learn More »
RARE SCREW-OUT NECK EAGLEHEAD SPURS
These finely-detailed eagle-head spurs measure a mere 4-inches overall, with the projecting eagle heads and necks extending about 1-7/8 inch from the back of the heel band. The eagle’s heads with… (1202-1333) Learn More »
$1,550.00
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ENFIELD SERGEANT’S GUN TOOL
The British army did not believe enlistedmen below the rank of sergeant could be trusted not to mess around with their guns and restricted issue of these T-shaped combination gun-tools (and their… (2026-940) Learn More »
$95.00
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NEAR MINT SILVER PLATED AND GILT-ETCHED EAGLE-POMMEL PRESENTATION 1902 OFFICER’S SWORD OF MAJ. ALFRED B. WELCH, 9th U.S. FIELD ARTILLERY
This is a beautiful high-end example of the U.S. 1902 officer’s saber made by Eickorn of Solingen in excellent to near mint condition. The hilt and guard are steel, as mandated in December 1902, but… (2024-2063) Learn More »
$2,050.00
Originally $2,295.00
THE FORAGE CAP AND IDENTITY DISC OF CORPORAL WHITE 2ND VERMONT WHO DIED AS A RESULT OF WOUNDS
Corporal George A. White was wearing both this cap and identification disc when mortally wounded at Spotsylvania, Virginia in 1864 serving with the 2nd Vermont Infantry (2nd Vermont Infantry Regiment… (1273-86) Learn More »
$5,950.00
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CONFEDERATE TIN DRUM CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER AND STRAP
This is one of two nearly identical Confederate canteens with original covers and straps that we acquired. CS canteens of this style were patterned after the simple, flat sided tin canteens often used… (1273-96) Learn More »
$2,500.00
SOLD
CONFEDERATE OR MILITIA TIN DRUM CANTEEN
This tinned-iron, flat sided drum canteen is Confederate or militia, or perhaps both. It is simply made with round, flat sides crimped over around the edge and soldered to a single tinned iron band,… (1273-99) Learn More »
ISAAC CURTIS INSPECTED SINCLAIR HAMILTON CS "TOWER" ENFIELD
The British made Pattern 1853 “Enfield” rifle-musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. It was the first “small bore” rifled long arm to see general issue to… (2026-723) Learn More »
$2,650.00
SOLD
CIVIL WAR CRIMSON OFFICER’S SASH
This sash is a regulation crimson officer’s sash made of silk net complete with Turk's-head knots and tassels. The sash is in fair condition with minor wear to the fringe. There are a few snags to… (1273-54) Learn More »
RELIC -- CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE CAVALRY “LINED C” BUTTON
This excavated two-piece coat button was used by Confederate cavalrymen. Button is in good “dug” condition. The face has a fine black and brown patina with a bold and lined “C” standing out.… (2026-91) Learn More »
$125.00
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RELIC -- CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY BLOCK “A” BUTTON
This excavated two-piece button was used by Confederate artillerymen. Button is in good “dug” condition. The copper face has a fine dark patina with a bold “A” standing out. Tin back has one… (2026-90) Learn More »
RELIC -- CIVIL WAR MISSISSIPPI “I” BUTTON
This is an excavated two-piece coat button. Button is in “dug” condition with a dent on one edge. The face features a large central star with an “I” in the center. Surrounding the star are all… (2026-89) Learn More »
$75.00
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PAINTED TIN DRUM US MILITIA CANTEEN 1830s – 1840s
A nice example of a pre-war militia canteen, tinned iron sheeting, 4-1/2” in diameter and 1-1/2” wide, flat back and slightly convex face, with three strap brackets and spout secure and in place.… (1273-98) Learn More »
$395.00
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1863 WATERVLIET ARSENAL MARKED GUNNER’S LEVEL
This gunner’s level is clearly marked across the top on one side with an eagle over “U.S. / WATERVLIET / ARSENAL/ 1863.” This was an essential artillery tool enabling an artillery crew to… (1202-1331) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR WATERVLIET ARSENAL MARKED ARTILLERY CALIPERS
Made of heavy brass, these are constructed like a pair of dividers, with the arms pivoting around a round base. This has a nice, undisturbed, aged patina, and clear markings that include sharp arsenal… (1202-1332) Learn More »
SCARCE FAYETTEVILLE SOCKET BAYONET
This is a very good example of the scarce Fayetteville socket bayonet made in accordance with the CS January 1864 decision to stop making saber bayonets. That decision had been in the works at… (2026-1224) Learn More »
SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE - MOUNTED US CAVALRY TROOPER HOLDING COLT DRAGOON REVOLVER
A 2 ¾ inch by 3 ¼ inch lightly tinted1/6 plate tintype of a mounted US cavalry trooper. He is riding a dark colored mare and seated on a McClellan saddle with saddle bags at the rear. The best part… (534-42) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLINGS ALTERED FOR TRAPDOOR RIFLE
Here are two original Civil War musket slings that were repurposed and sewn together for use with post-Civil War trapdoor rifles. Smooth bridle leather in good condition. Measures approximately 64”… (2025-2527) Learn More »
$135.00
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KRAG-JORGENSEN RIFLE SLING
Here is an original leather shoulder sling for a Krag–Jørgensen rifle. Smooth brown leather in good condition. Measures approximately 63” long. Complete with two-prong brass hook on one end,… (172-5940) Learn More »
2nd WISCONSIN CAVALRY IDENTIFIED CAVALRY TACTICS VOLUMES
Complete three-volume set of Cavalry Tactics nicely identified in ink by Major Harry Eastman of the 2nd Wisconsin Cavalry, who wrote his initials on the page edges of two of the volumes and in volumes… (2026-101) Learn More »
GREAT LOOKING GILT BRASS US MILITIA BELT PLATE AND ARTILLERY BUTTON ON PLAQUE
This belt plate and button have been mounted for display on a shield-shaped wood plaque measuring about 6-1/4” wide and 8” tall at largest. The tongue and belt loop are intact on the reverse of… (1273-116) Learn More »
ELEGANT 1825-1835 SILVER-ON-COPPER US MILITIA CAP PLATE
For a very good parallel see O’Donnell & Campbell Fig. 625. Measuring 4-1/2 X 3-1/4 in., this plate is die-struck silver on copper, fitted on the reverse with two loops for attachment to a cap.… (1273-113) Learn More »
$695.00
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RARE TINNED-IRON MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA CAP PLATE 1825-1840
Campbell & O’Donnell, Headgear Insignia, consider tinned-iron cap plates rare. See their comments on their Fig. 613, which differs from this in design, but is similar in material and close in… (1273-111) Learn More »
US MILITIA TIN CANTEEN MADE TO IMITATE A WOOD PATTERN 1830s – 1840s
This is an interesting US militia canteen where the maker used then modern manufacturing techniques to make a tinned iron canteen with stamped, recessed faces and raised rim that would imitate an… (1273-101) Learn More »
CIRCA 1880 BLACK SILK VELVET BONNET
Charming black silk velvet bonnet c.1880 with feathers from the Texas Civil War Museum. This demure little bonnet is made from rich black silk velvet that is gathered and ruched into an appealing… (1307-61) Learn More »
CIRCA 1855-1865 STRAW HAT
Straw hat c. 1855-1865 from the Texas Civil War Museum. The hat is made from very fine straw plait, styled with low crown and a wide brim. The brim is finished with a decorative woven straw edging. A… (1307-60) Learn More »
BRITISH 2.72 INCH 12 POUNDER WHITWORTH SHELL
Known as the Whitworth pattern I, sub-pattern II, explosive shell. This hexagonal spiral rifled artillery projectile was of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s design and is of English manufacture. These… (2026-533) Learn More »
$1,695.00
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SCARCE CAPTURE OF RICHMOND BADGE/MEDAL – APRIL 3, 1865
The capture of Richmond and the hoisting of the Stars and Stripes over the former capital on April 3, 1865, was a defining Union victory in the Civil War, often commemorated by medals, including this… (2026-32) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE IDENTIFIED E.P. BOND RIFLE-MUSKET – WILLIAM WAGONER (WAGNER), 42ND NORTH CAROLINA INFANTRY
The British made Pattern 1853 “Enfield” rifle-musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. It was the first “small bore” rifled long arm to see general issue to… (1284-33) Learn More »
$3,250.00
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REGULATION CIVIL WAR U.S. INFANTRY WAIST BELT WITH CARTRIDGE BOX AND CAP POUCH
The cartridge box is an example of the "Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box. Outer flap has a smooth surface with tooled edge. Oval “US” box plate is secured to the face of the box with leather… (1273-75) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR CRIMSON OFFICER’S SASH WITH INITIALS “W.E.C.W.”
This sash is a regulation crimson officer’s sash made of silk net complete with Turk's-head knots and tassels. The sash is in good condition with minor wear to the fringe. There are a few snags to… (1273-55) Learn More »
1st NEW YORK DRAGOONS REUNION PHOTO – 1897 GAR NATIONAL CONVENTION, BUFFALO, NY
This photo features surviving members of the 1st NY Dragoons and was taken at the Annual Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic – held in Buffalo in 1897. The veterans are wearing regimentally… (224-821) Learn More »
1st NEW YORK DRAGOONS REUNION PHOTO – 1897 GAR NATIONAL CONVENTION, BUFFALO, NY
This photo features surviving members of the 1st NY Dragoons and was taken at the Annual Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic – held in Buffalo in 1897. The veterans are wearing regimentally… (224-820) Learn More »
1812 EAGLE HEAD SWORD WITH SCABBARD
War of 1812-era U.S. officer’s eagle pommel sword. Bone gripped, brass mounted saber with a great eagle head pommel, a blued and gilt etched blade, and leather scabbard. There is a stirrup-like… (707-03) Learn More »
SIGNED CABINET CARD PHOTO OF RUTHERFORD B. HAYES, 1891
This cabinet card photograph, taken and published by Filson and Lon of Steubenville, Ohio, features one of the state’s most famous sons, Rutherford B. Hayes. Not only the 19th President of the… (337-155) Learn More »
FIRST ARMY CONTRACT SPENCER RIFLE: MICHIGAN CAVALRY BRIGADE AT GETTYSBURG
The story of Spencer rifle contracts, deliveries, and government payments for purchases is complicated. Laid out by Roy Marcot in his book on Spencer Rifles and Carbines and in a 1997 article in… (2026-769) Learn More »
$8,950.00
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C1845-1870 PILLAR MOLDED CREAMER
Pillar molded creamer with a cut scalloped rim and polished handle terminal. The clear bright colored glass and light weight suggests it was made in England or Scotland 1845-1870. The body has 8… (1239-124) Learn More »
$95.00
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SWORD BAYONET FOR THE MARTINI HENRY RIFLE
This rarely seen bayonet's pattern began life as a pattern 1886 Enfield-Martini Mk II bayonet. On the 10th July 1888 the old Enfield-Martini P1886 Mk II bayonet officially became renamed as the… (2026-713) Learn More »
$325.00
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OFFICIAL PROGRAM OF THE 39th REUNION OF THE UCV – CHARLOTTE, 1929
“One of the most notable of Charlotte's many celebrations was the 39th Reunion of the United Confederate Veterans on June 4 through 7, 1929. This is the event for which the Armory-Auditorium was… (2025-3593) Learn More »
$45.00
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OFFICIAL PROGRAM OF THE 46th ANNUAL UCV REUNION – SHREVEPORT, 1936
The 46th Annual United Confederate Veterans (UCV) Reunion was held in June 1936 in Shreveport, Louisiana. As few veterans remained by this date, it was part of the final, twilight years of the… (2025-3588) Learn More »
$45.00
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ALTERED UNION ARTILLERY SHELL JACKET
Standard issue dark blue wool shell jacket with red piping that was shortened! Features red trim on collar and cuffs with red trim down the front and along the edges. Jacket has only 10 General… (2026-70) Learn More »
J.P. LOWER MODEL, WILLIAM P. UHLINGER POCKET REVOLVER
Several variations of these pocket revolvers were made by William Uhlinger of Philadelphia during the Civil War from 1861-1865. However, Smith & Wesson owned the patent, causing Uhlinger to… (2026-571) Learn More »
$595.00
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1846 BOSTON ALMANAC
Published by Thomas Groom & Co., 1846. Printed by Samuel N. Dickinson & Company. Brown cloth hardcover with impressed floral patterns and gold foil title on cover. Pocket size book measures… (2023-1386) Learn More »
$45.00
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US MODEL 1913 CAVALRY OR “PATTON” SWORD BY LANDERS, FRARY & CLARK, D.1918
This sword is an officer’s Model 1913 cavalry sword commonly referred to as the “Patton Saber.” The sword was designed for the U.S. Army by Second Lieutenant (later General) George S. Patton… (1306-09) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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TRANTER-STYLE .38 RIMFIRE REVOLVER – LULLMAN & VIENNA, MEMPHIS
Offered here is a fine Tranter-style .38 caliber rimfire English “House Defense” revolver. Measuring 9” overall, with a 4.25” octagonal blued barrel. Top flat of frame over the cylinder is… (1268-093) Learn More »
STEREOVIEW OF THE 1st RHODE ISLAND, BATTERY B “GETTYSBURG GUN” AT THE NAVY YARD
This stereo view photograph features the famous “Gettysburg Gun” of the 1st RI, Battery B, which was hit by incoming fire during the Confederate bombardment preceding “Pickett’s Charge”. … (2025-3224) Learn More »
$100.00
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MINTY TIN OF MAYNARD TAPE PRIMERS WITH PAPER LABEL, DATED MAY 1859
Cylindrical japanned-tin container filled with ten roles of Maynard tape primers. Container is in great shape with only the most minor of scratches in the brown finish. Closed with lid. Pasted to the… (2026-683) Learn More »
ROBBINS, KENDALL & LAWRENCE-CONTRACT MODEL 1841 U.S. PERCUSSION RIFLE
Presented is a rifle specimen produced by the Robbins, Kendall & Lawrence firm, the first of many successful arms-making companies located in Windsor, Vermont. Often referred to as the… (2025-2790) Learn More »
$1,895.00
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CONFEDERATE CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD, PUBLISHED AND IDENTIFIED
This Boyle, Gamble Richmond, Virginia cavalry officer's sword was once in the famous Donald Tharpe Collection. At that time, it was published in William C. Davis's book REBELS AND YANKEES COMMANDERS… (870-706) Learn More »
$8,200.00
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RARE 1861 DATED AND ANDREW D. KING U.S. INSPECTED AMES “DOUBLE ADDRESS” 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD
This is a scarce 1861-dated U.S. government contracted and inspected M1850 foot officer’s sword in about excellent condition and is rare in being inspected by A.D. King. Government contracted… (2025-2431) Learn More »
SCULPTURE OF A U.S. SPANISH-AMERICAN INFANTRYMAN, CA. 1900, BY CARL KAUBA
Cast bronze figure of US Infantryman in kneeling position, firing an 1899 Remington 30-40 caliber carbine. Figurine measures 5.75” in height, anchored on granite base, 6 x 4 x 2”; exhibits… (413-20) Learn More »
$1,250.00
Originally $2,500.00
EDWARD D. BAKER GAR POST 8 BADGE
Plain white metal badge. Top bar has pin on back while front is inscribed “WASHINGTON 1892.” Keystone shaped badge reads “POST 8 PHILA.” A red, white and blue ribbon is attached between the… (172-2360) Learn More »
$120.00
Originally $150.00
1892 BIRNEY POST 63 MEMBERSHIP BADGE
Top bar has "POST 63" and "WASHINGTON 1892" on face with pin on back. Red ribbon with gold lettering that reads "POST 63, Phila." GAR star at bottom but this one has a profile of General Birney at… (172-2357) Learn More »
$175.00
Originally $225.00
1906 NEW YORK VETERAN’S BADGE
Bar at top has "1906" inscribed on it with pin on back. Cream colored ribbon with gold star at bottom. At center of the star is a blue circle with crossed swords, cannons and muskets. Arms of the star… (172-2355) Learn More »
$175.00
Originally $225.00
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CIVIL WAR CRIMSON OFFICER’S SASH
This sash is a regulation crimson officer’s sash made of silk net complete with Turk's-head knots and tassels. The sash is in good condition with minor wear to the fringe. There are a few snags to… (1316-08) Learn More »
VERY SCARCE PHOTO OF MOH RECIPIENT WILMON BLACKMAR IN YOKOHAMA, JAPAN
This post-war image of Wilmon Blackmar features the former officer and Medal of Honor Recipient Wilmon Blackmar in a rickshaw, being pulled by a singular man. The image is colorized and mounted to a… (945-562) Learn More »
1893 CABINET CARD PHOTO OF CAPTAIN BLACKMAR WITH GRANT’S APPOMATTOX CHAIR
Present at the surrender of the ANV in 1865, William Blackmar famously offered healthy sums of money to purchase and preserve the chairs and table used by Grant and Lee at Appomattox on that fateful… (945-550) Learn More »
INK-SIGNED FULL STANDING VIEW OF SERGEANT JOHN MOORE OF THE 29th MASS. VETERAN VOLUNTEERS
This is a great full standing view of sergeant John Moore. This clean-shaven young man wears a civilian style jacket with military buttons and bold sergeant’s chevrons which reveal a fully buttoned… (149-53) Learn More »
$270.00
Originally $300.00
RARE CDV PHOTO – COLOR SGT. HENRY ENTRIKEN, 49th PENNSYLVANIA, WITH FLAG
This carte-de-visite image was taken in late 1864 and features a young Sergeant Henry Entriken, the 4th of the 6 color bearers of the 49th Pennsylvania. He served in this honored position from… (149-59) Learn More »
$585.00
Originally $650.00
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DOUBLE-ARMED UNION SOLDIER WITH HAVERSACK AND CANTEEN: CASED 6th PLATE AMBROTYPE
This sixth-plate ambrotype shows a young soldier armed and equipped for service in the field. The soldier is shown full-standing with one hand resting on a narrow, round-topped waist-high table… (149-61) Learn More »
$525.00
Originally $575.00
CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR EPAULETS: 18th MASS AND OTHERS
These green and yellow epaulets were part of the 10,000 unforms ordered in Summer 1861 by the US government from the French firm of Godillot to alleviate uniform shortages and test the usefulness of… (149-44) Learn More »
$425.00
Originally $475.00
INTERESTING, MODIFIED US CONTRACT P1861 .69 MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX - BY BOYD AND SONS OF BOSTON
This militia box has a lacquered outer flap and no signs of previous plate attachment. The dimensions of the box indicate it is a pattern of 1839 box, designed for use with .69 muskets of various… (149-48) Learn More »
$445.00
Originally $495.00
FASHIONABLE DRAWN SILK BONNET, C. 1855-1865
Fashionable drawn silk bonnet c. 1855-1865 from the Texas Civil War Museum. The bonnet is made from light olive colored silk taffeta, trimmed with wide copper silk taffeta ribbon. The silk is drawn… (1307-59) Learn More »
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… (2026-1260) Learn More »
$2,250.00
Originally $2,750.00
MODEL 1887 CARBINE BOOT
This is a solid example of the Model 1887 Carbine Boot, retaining its full form with all straps. The rear stitched seam is intact. The boot retains its shape and has the brass plate on the upper… (362-1210) Learn More »
$195.00
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RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE MARKED W.H. SMITH, BROOKLYN -- CORINTH
This US shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face retains fine detail. Even dark brown… (1032-256) Learn More »
$200.00
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RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE
This US shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face is smooth and retains fine detail. Even… (1032-255) 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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