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RARE NEW HAMPSHIRE PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
This non-excavated state-issued cartridge box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “NHSM”… (2025-3117) Learn More »
POST-WAR SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JEB STUART, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
This photograph features a civilian view of JEB Stuart. It measures approximately 5.5 inches by just under 4 inches wide. This photograph features a vignette civilian view of the well-known… (1189-185) Learn More »
$275.00
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POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF BRIGADIER GENERAL MAXCY GREGG, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
This photograph features a war-time vignette bust view of a seldom-seen Confederate commander: Maxcy Gregg. Born on August 1, 1814, in Columbia, South Carolina, Gregg came from a prominent family and… (1189-161) Learn More »
BOOK – ARMY BLUE: THE UNIFORM OF UNCLE SAM’S REGULARS 1848-1873
By John P. Langellier, 1998. Cloth bound with dust jacket, 9” x 12”, 352 pages. Excellent condition. In this extensively researched volume, US Army uniforms—including enlisted soldiers,… (1254-170) Learn More »
BOOK – MORE ARMY BLUE: THE UNIFORM OF UNCLE SAM’S REGULARS 1874-1887
By John P. Langellier, 2001. Cloth bound with dust jacket, 9” x 12”, 328 pages. Light wear, good condition. In this follow-up volume, the development of an altogether new uniform for troops of the… (1254-171) Learn More »
$45.00
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WW1 US M1917 C.T. BOLO KNIFE AND SCABBARD BY A.C. CO.
The M1910 bolo knife, made at Springfield from 1910 to 1918, had been issued to aid in cutting through undergrowth and clearing fields of fire. The Model 1917 Bolo was an improvement that omitted the… (169-669) Learn More »
$110.00
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COLLINS & COMPANY SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE SHARPS RIFLE
Socket bayonet made by Collins & Company of Collinsville, Connecticut. This bayonet was intended for use with the Sharps “New Model” rifles. This example is in very fine condition. The metal… (2025-2809) Learn More »
ALBUMEN PHOTO/LITHOGRAPH OF ABRAHAM & TAD LINCOLN IN OLD FRAME
This image depicts an iconic photograph showing Abraham Lincoln and his youngest son, Tad, in a tender moment, likely from February 1864. The original image was recorded by Anthony Berger at the… (2025-1901) Learn More »
$225.00
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REGULATION CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SASH
This is the regulation Civil War Union officer’s sash for all ranks below general in all branches of service except the medical staff and, occasionally, chaplains. This is of typical wartime… (2025-3060) Learn More »
INSCRIBED COLT POLICE REVOLVER OF SAMUEL DALTON QUARLES: CAPTAIN, MAJOR & LT. COL. 6th N.H.; WIA SPOTTSYLVANIA; EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM
This .36 caliber M1862 Colt Police Revolver comes from the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum. The pistol has matching serial numbers, 12082, giving it an 1862 production date, and bears a… (1179-125) Learn More »
MODEL 1851 NCO SWORD BELT PLATE WITH KEEPER
Civil War era non-commissioned officers’ belt buckle. Cast brass eagle buckle which has a one-piece applied German silver wreath. The brass buckle has a fine mellow patina. This has the narrow ½… (2025-2832) Learn More »
$350.00
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ORIGINAL “AMERICANS WILL ALWAYS FIGHT FOR LIBERTY” WWII PROPAGANDA POSTER
This poster, produced by the United States Office of War Information (OWI) during the Second World War (1939-1945), makes a direct link between the Revolutionary War and the fight against the Axis… (141-196) Learn More »
$295.00
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CIVIL WAR SPENCER COMBINATION TOOL
These blackened iron take-down tools combine two screwdriver blades, all that is required to disassemble a Spencer rifle or carbine. They were supplied with the guns as part of the army and navy… (998-1464) Learn More »
MODEL 1841/1842 MUSKET WRENCH
Original US M1841 Rifle / M1842 Musket Combination Tool. Two screw driver blades and a box wrench. This specimen is unmarked. Some very minor surface rust. From the Texas Civil War Museum… (1179-1451) Learn More »
$65.00
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US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
This Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. The brass face was polished… (595-2363) Learn More »
RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM WINCHESTER, RECOVERED BY STAN PHILLIPS
This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was recovered at Winchester. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”… (595-2364) Learn More »
WASHINGTON AND LINCOLN (APOTHEOSIS) ALBUMEN IN OLD WOOD FRAME
Following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln in in 1865, American citizens mourned the loss of their great leader. Artists, such as portrait painter and etcher Stephen James Ferris, memorialized the… (2025-1905) Learn More »
ROBERT E. LEE ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH
Offered here is a fine albumen photo of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. The original photograph was recorded by Julian Vannerso in March of 1864. This oval print measures 5.25” x 7.25” and is… (1266-2834) Learn More »
M1842 HARPERS FERRY RIFLED-MUSKET – DATED 1848
This rifled-musket is one of the 11,000 made in 1848 at Harpers Ferry – later rifled and sighted. Production of the m1842 did not commence at Harper’s Ferry until 1845. That armory delivered 2,225… (2025-2513) Learn More »
MINT CONDITION UNITED SPANISH WAR VETERANS MEDAL NUMBERED WITH ORIGINAL BOX
An excellent example of an elaborate medal, both in mint condition and with its original white cardboard box, both numbered “B 67079.” The upper pinback bar has an eagle landing on a US shield… (490-7580) Learn More »
$65.00
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NON-EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE
Intended to impress the enemy with the bearer’s willingness to bring the fight to close quarters, these side knives are quintessentially Confederate and form a collecting field of their own. They… (2025-2390) Learn More »
COLT REVOLVING RIFLE SABER BAYONET
This brass hilted saber bayonet is 25” long overall and carries a 20” blade. The blade is smooth metal, with good edge and point, a muted silver in color with some very thin gray spots. The brass… (172-6107) Learn More »
ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR CAVALRY SWORD KNOT IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
Issued to horsemen during the war, this 18” long, leather strap is in very good complete condition. The 1” wide, brown bridle leather device is looped upon itself making it the 18” long, strong… (2025-1460) Learn More »
POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL HARRY T. HAYS, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
General Harry T. Hays was best known for commanding the famed "Louisiana Tigers" brigade. Born in Tennessee in 1820, Hays moved to Louisiana as a young man and built a successful law career before… (1189-162) Learn More »
$150.00
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POST-WAR MOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JOHN BROWN GORDON, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
This photograph features a well-known three-quarter view of General Gordon. It measures approximately 7 inches by 5 inches wide. Unlike other images from this collection, this photograph has been… (1189-159) Learn More »
US/CS 12-POUNDER CANISTER
This is an original, albeit partial, Civil War canister round for 12-pounder Napoleon, the smoothbore bronze cannon adopted in 1857 and one of main weapons of Civil War field artillery. This piece… (1202-486) Learn More »
SET OF FOUR TUMBLERS, CIRCA 1850-1870
4 tumblers measuring 3 1/16" to 3 13/16" tall, circa 1850-1870. The smallest with thin molded vertical basal flutes is Continental. The remaining American tumblers consist of one with 12 pressed… (1239-91) Learn More »
CIRCA 1835-1855 AMERICAN CUT GLASS DECANTER
This piece is an American cut glass decanter 1835-1855, probably Pittsburgh or Wheeling. The decanter is 9 3/8" tall without stopper and is cut with 10 wide flutes around the neck continuing into… (1239-92) Learn More »
$60.00
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SOCKET BAYONET AND SCABBARD FOR P-1854 AUSTRIAN LORENZ RIFLE
This is an original socket bayonet for the Austrian P1854 “Lorenz” rifle musket, with its distinct four-sided blade and diagonal mortise slot in the socket. Bayonet measures 22” overall with a… (490-7556) Learn More »
MAKER-MARKED ENFIELD PATTERN 1853 SOCKET BAYONET
This British-made accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Pattern-1853 Enfield rifle musket. The Enfield bayonet has the distinction of being the first universal issue bayonet… (490-7539) Learn More »
JEWELER-MADE IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES C. HUGHES Co. F 83rd PENNSYLVANIA
Civil War soldiers had to provide their own methods of identification, with commercial suppliers offering a variety of stamped or engraved badges often in the form of medals or awards. In collecting… (2025-3037) Learn More »
“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK OF DRUMMER EDWIN FERRY 61st NEW YORK
A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle / War of 1861” pattern identification disk worn by a young drummer from New York who saw some early service in the 61st New York, a very active regiment… (2025-3028) Learn More »
RARE CONFEDERATE NAVAL ENSIGN OR SECOND NATIONAL BROUGHT HOME BY A UNION OFFICER
This Confederate Second National Pattern flag descended directly in the family of the Ohio officer who brought it back from the war until its acquisition by the Texas Civil War Museum in 2012. It has… (1268-661) Learn More »
APPOMATTOX PAROLE OF CORPORAL HENRY KOPMAN, LOUISIANA GUARD ARTILLERY, APRIL 1861 TO APRIL 1865
This is a great Appomattox parole filled out for Corporal Henry Kopman of Green’s Battery in Stark’s Battalion of Artillery, a battery also known at the Louisiana Guard Artillery in which Kopman… (1300-69) Learn More »
RARE “US” MARKED M1841 RIFLE / M1842 MUSKET COMBINATION WRENCH
This is a gun tool that measures 3.6” in overall length. It is a combination tool with a box end percussion cone (nipple) wrench and two screwdriver blades; one fixed on the main body of the tool… (2025-2807) Learn More »
RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM COLD HARBOR, RECOVERED BY BILL GAVIN
This Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was recovered in the position of the 18th Corps at Cold Harbor. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass… (2025-2828) Learn More »
$275.00
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WW2 -- M1935 ITALIAN 2-LITER CANTEEN WITH U.S. AIR CORPS TRENCH ART
Offered here is a M1935 Italian 2-liter canteen made completely of aluminum and covered in soldier “trench art.” Canteen is complete except for cloth cover and strap which was discarded to enable… (1202-945) Learn More »
WORLD WAR I -- U.S.M.C. TRENCH ART CANTEEN
Offered here is a fine Model 1918 canteen made by the Aluminum Company of America. Aluminum canteen with aluminum cap and copper cap chain. Mold seam runs around the body. Marked “U.S. / ACA 1918”… (1202-947) Learn More »
U.S. WWI M1917 78TH INFANTRY DIVISION HELMET WITH LINER & CHIN STRAP
This is a very nice example of a U.S. M1917 "Doughboy" helmet with original liner, and broken chinstrap. It also features a great original period textured OD Green paint on the top side, and is… (595-2368) Learn More »
$250.00
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POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JAMES B. GORDON BY RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
James B. Gordon was a Confederate general during the American Civil War, noted for his leadership in the cavalry. Born in North Carolina in 1822, Gordon built a reputation for bravery and tactical… (1189-158) Learn More »
POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL MONTGOMERY DENT CORSE, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS
Born in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1816, Corse had varied career pursuits prior to the war, working as a banker, gold miner, and soldier serving in the Mexican-American War. Corse served the Army of… (1189-157) Learn More »
SOLDIER PERSONALIZED CIVIL WAR WORMAN AND ELY MESS SET
A very good example of the popular, privately purchased patent mess set by Worman and Ely personalized by a soldier determined not to let any of it get away from him by adding his initials, “P V… (490-7281) Learn More »
$595.00
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INSCRIBED COLT POCKET REVOLVER: GEORGE L. SENAT, LIEUTENANT COMPANY A, 1st REGIMENT PA ARTILLERY, 17th PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY IN 1861
This inscribed Colt 1849 Pocket Revolver rates very good for condition and bears a dead-real inscription on the backstrap dating to 1862 or so commemorating or honoring the owner’s enlistment in… (490-7535) Learn More »
ROBY MODEL 1840 NCO SWORD AND SCABBARD DATED 1865
This is a Model 1840 N.C.O. sword. In excellent overall condition, these swords were carried by Federal non-commissioned officers as a sign of authority in the ranks. Sword is approximately 39” long… (2025-2858) Learn More »
$395.00
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PHOTOS OF JOHN WILLIAM WALKER FEARN, CONFEDERATE DIPLOMAT & STAFF OFFICER
John Williams Walker Fearn (January 13, 1832 – April 7, 1899). Fearn studied law and was admitted to the local bar on his twenty-first birthday. Quite soon he practiced before the U.S. Supreme… (1266-242) Learn More »
ORIGINAL SILVER-MOUNTED FIFE WITH CHEATER
This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument of the mid-19th century. In good original condition, this Civil War-era cylindrical fife measures 16.5” long and is made… (2025-2934) Learn More »
$65.00
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ENFIELD P-1853 SOCKET BAYONET
This British-made accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Pattern-1853 Enfield rifle musket. The Enfield bayonet has the distinction of being the first universal issue bayonet… (490-7540) Learn More »
$175.00
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SELECTION OF PATRIOTIC COVERS
Below is a list of a patriotic covers, each priced at $20.00. Postally unused. All are in very good condition, as can be seen in the scans; click on the links to view the front and back of each… (1179-) Learn More »
1862 LETTER TO W.A. MENGER IN SAN ANTONIO REQUESTING OFFICER’S KEPIS
Offered here is a well-worn letter dated May 27, 1862. Addressed to W.A. Menger in San Antonio, regarding “caps” for artillery officers in Major Shea’s command, and signed by J. Ashworth. Full… (1179-1935) Learn More »
$145.00
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DECEMBER 1777 “THE LONDON CHRONICLE” WITH REPORT ON BATTLE OF BRANDYWINE, PAOLI, GERMANTOWN, FT. MERCER, FT. MIFFLIN
This is an original edition of The London Chronicle, volume XLII, number 3276, dated Tuesday December 2 to Thursday December 4, 1777. This newspaper examines the American Revolution from the… (236-1242) Learn More »
$250.00
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EAGLE AND SHIELD FLASK FOR REMINGTON BEALS
A good example of the eagle and shield flask embossed on both sides with an eagle with raised wings underneath an arc of nine stars, with four more flanking it, and raised lines indicating sunrays in… (2025-2410) Learn More »
90th PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY JEWELER MADE ID PIN: ANDREW MCLARDY, LOST AN ARM AT ANTIETAM- “A HOT PLACE”
Finely engraved, jeweler-made identification disk worn by Andrew James McLardy, a private in Company B of the 90th Pennsylvania, who lost an arm at Antietam in fighting at the East Woods and… (2025-3073) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
This non-excavated Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. There are a few… (595-2362) Learn More »
$225.00
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US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE
This non-excavated Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. There are no… (595-2382) Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD BY AMES, DATED 1863, WITH SCABBARD
Sword has 28” blade which remains semi-bright with light scattered dark spotting and light oxidation. No nicks on the edge. Ricasso is marked “US / AHD / 1863” while the other side features the… (2025-2869) Learn More »
$450.00
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“COPPER” DISPLAY
Offered here is a display related to the history of copper. Case measures 8.25” x 12.25”. Printed labels provide the history of the element and its use through history. Included are a chunk of… (236-1245) Learn More »
$95.00
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WATERLOO RELIC DISPLAY
Offered here is a display related to the 1815 Battle of Waterloo. Case measures 12.25” x 8.25”. Items included are a piece of red brick from the Hougoumont farm, eleven musket balls, ten small… (236-1246) Learn More »
$250.00
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FIRED BORMANN FUSE
The Bormann fuse is named after its inventor, Belgian Army Captain Charles G. Bormann. This pattern of fuse is in the shape of a thick disk. Measures approximately 1.6” in diameter and 0.5” thick… (2025-3029) Learn More »
$75.00
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SCARCE WASHINGTON BUST CIVIL WAR SOLDIER’S IDENTIFICATION DISK: JOHN SHELDON, 12th RHODE ISLAND
Civil War identification tags or badges were not items of issue, but privately purchased and came in a wide variety of styles- shields, corps badges, disks with various motifs, including several like… (490-7587) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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CONFEDERATE CAPTURED AND COLLECTED 5TH MODEL BURNSIDE CARBINE - “F” MARKED
An original Civil War Burnside 5th Model carbine with “F” stamp on the underside wood of the fore-stock, midway between the screw and the front of the receiver. The “F” stamp is light and… (2023-3049) Learn More »
UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF ROBERT E. LEE
This unmounted silver print measures approximately 5.5 inches in length and 4 inches wide. This photograph is a lesser-known photograph type called a silver print, where silver halide is suspended in… (1189-190) Learn More »
VERY GOOD EARLY WAR .69 CALIBER US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX AND SLING BY BOYD
The cartridge box rig is complete with the shoulder sling and all loops and buckles in place, with both belt plates, and with both magazine tins. It has not been treated with any polish, dressing, or… (2025-2619) Learn More »
INDIAN WARS PERIOD US MODEL 1885 SABER ATTACHMENT
Designed to enable the cavalryman to carry the saber suspended from a single ring on the belt and be able to detach it and quickly get it out of the way to fight on foot, or attach it to a ring on the… (362-1272) Learn More »
ELEGANT HOLSTER FOR A SMITH AND WESSON #2 ARMY REVOLVER
Firing self-contained, waterproof, rimfire cartridges, the Smith and Wesson No. 2 Army was a very popular pistol among officers and civilians of the period- Custer owned a pair and one was even found… (490-7611) Learn More »
$500.00
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CIRCA 1830-1850 FREE BLOWN LEAD GLASS PITCHER
This pitcher is free blown lead glass pitcher with an open pontil 6 1/2" tall. The body of this pitcher was blown in an apothecary jar mold with the neck and lip being tooled outside of the mold. … (1239-96) Learn More »
$65.00
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CIRCA 1830 MAGNUM DECANTER
This magnum decanter is lead glass with a small polished pontil. The neck is cut with flutes encircled by 2 bands of parallel lines. The base of the decanter is also cut with flutes. The large,… (1239-95) Learn More »
ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH, ORLEANS CADETS – CO. H, 18TH LOUISIANA
This is a large oval albumen photograph measuring 7” x 9” mounted on a 10” x 12” oval mount. The image features a ribbon on top with “Co. H. / ORLEANS CADETS / 18TH LA.” Under that,… (1266-246) Learn More »
$500.00
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FOUR-FOLD COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS
This antique optical instrument from the mid-19th century is a very appealing, four-fold collapsible telescope/spyglass in very good condition. Made of brass, this device is constructed with four… (172-1299) Learn More »
$195.00
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VERY NICE CARVED WOOD PIPE BOWL – JACOB KENT, 121ST N.Y. INFANTRY
Offered here is a very fine hand-carved pipe bowl with complete soldier identification. Likely carved from a chunk of burl wood, this piece was made to use a detachable pipe stem. You couldn’t ask… (401-58) Learn More »
$1,750.00
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ORIGINAL “HARDEE HAT” OSTRICH PLUME
Lovely condition original plume, as intended for the m1858 US Dress Hat – often referred to as the Hardee or Davis hat. As per regulation, this example features a double layer of feathers, stitched… (469-01B) Learn More »
$30.00
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ORIGINAL “HARDEE HAT” OSTRICH PLUME
Lovely condition original plume, as intended for the m1858 US Dress Hat – often referred to as the Hardee or Davis hat. As per regulation, this example features a double layer of feathers, stitched… (469-01A) Learn More »
$30.00
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50TH ANNIVERSARY BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG PENNANT, 1913
Wool pennant with red field bordered with blue and gray stripe. The red center features tarnished/faded gold stenciling of an eagle over “1913” and “SOUVENIR”. Some fading to background… (595-2380) Learn More »
US MODEL 1904 SWORD LETTER OPENER WITH BOX
This is a US Model 1904 sword letter opener. Measures 9 ¾” long. This is an exact replica of the original full-sized sword. Comes with a sword knot and bottom only of original box. Blade is very… (595-2385) Learn More »
$35.00
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CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY PENDULUM HAUSSE LEATHER CASE
This is a scarce piece of Civil War artillery related leather. This is a pendulum hausse sight case. Pendulum Hausse sights were weighted brass pieces that were mounted on the breech of a cannon and… (2025-2038) Learn More »
MAKER MARKED US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG, VA
The P1826 breast plate was still in widespread use during the Civil War as a commonly issued item to be affixed to the sling of the rifleman’s cartridge box. The plate is not overly tarnished on the… (595-2367) Learn More »
UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL RALEIGH EDWARD COLSTON
This unmounted silver print measures approximately 5.5 inches in length and 4 inches in width. Early Life and Education Raleigh Edward Colston was born in Paris in 1825. At a young age, he was adopted… (1189-156) Learn More »
MOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOHN ROGERS COOKE
This mounted silver print measures approximately 5.5 inches in length and 4 inches in width and features a bust view of General John R. Cooke. General John Rogers Cooke (1833–1891) was a Confederate… (1189-155) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PHILADELPHIA DEPOT BULLSEYE CANTEEN WITH STOPPER, COVER AND FULL STRAP
A very good condition, regulation US Civil War canteen, maker marked on the spout “HADDEN, PORTER & BOOTH. PHILA.,” one of the largest suppliers of canteens to the Philadelphia Depot, with… (2025-2618) Learn More »
$450.00
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PEACOCK AND PILLAR FLASK FOR COLT 1855 NEW MODEL ROOT POCKET
Measuring 4-1/2 by 2 inches, this ornate flask is in very good condition with tight seams, no dents and sharp detail. The brown lacquer finish is largely intact, showing just some minor age spots and… (1304-74) Learn More »
EXCELLENT EARLY DIARY OF CORPORAL DANIEL SWEETLAND – 55th OHIO (EX-TEXAS MUSEUM COLLECTION)
Daniel Sweetland was something of a comparative rarity during the Civil War having enlisted at the ripe age of 40 years as a father of 6 children. He enlisted as a Corporal on 11/10/1861 and on that… (1268-236) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH BY S.H. YOUNG, NEWARK, NJ
This is a Civil War-era percussion cap pouch. This pattern has the closing tab as a continuation of the outer flap. This latch tab is unbroken. Oval sub-inspector’s stamp lightly visible on front.… (490-7636) Learn More »
US 10-POUNDER PARROTT SHELL
The standard ammunition for the 3-inch Parrott rifled cannon. This shell was fired but remains in excellent condition. Possibly an early pick-up. The zinc fuse adaptor is chewed up at the top as is… (2025-2669) Learn More »
$295.00
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FIRST EDITION – HISTORY OF THE SEVENTH CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, 1905
12mo, 226, 22, lxix, 9 pgs. Illustrations, plans, frontis portrait, 7 maps including 3 folding. Unit roster as appendix. Original decorative blue cloth with gilt titled spine and cover, with gilt… (602-34) Learn More »
FIRST EDITION – THE COUNTY REGIMENT: A SKETCH OF THE SECOND REGIMENT OF CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEER HEAVY ARTILLERY (29TH CT INFANTRY)
Very nice first edition published in 1908, written by Dudley Landon Vaill. This volume is one of a series published under the auspices of the Litchfield County University Club, with a particular focus… (602-35) Learn More »
$60.00
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1762 NEW JERSEY THIRTY SHILLING NOTE
Imagery includes a British coat of arms, six crowns in red, and a half sun in black ink. Text in red ink, “THIRTY Shillings….” This New Jersey note from the April 8, 1762 issue was printed by… (286-1447) Learn More »
$150.00
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1773 PENNSYLVANIA FOURTEEN SHILLING NOTE
This one of £12,000 in bills of credit authorized for the construction of the Cape Henlopen Lighthouse and related buoys and piers. Note is for 14 shillings; serial number 3344; plate B; issue date… (205-188) Learn More »
$325.00
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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 »
CDV PHOTOGRAPH OF UNIDENTIFIED SERGEANT & WIFE, COMPANY “F” 47TH MASS. INFANTRY
Offered here is a very fine carte de viste (CDV) photo of an unidentified Federal sergeant in uniform posing with his wife. Full studio view with soldier standing and wife seated next to him. He wears… (141-192) Learn More »
$125.00
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RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM THE WILDERNESS
This excavated plate has a brass face with beautiful smooth brown patina. The detail on the eagle is good. Painted on the face in white is “WILDERNESS, VA.” There is some slight edge damage and a… (595-2365) Learn More »
$115.00
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RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE FROM CULPEPER
This excavated plate has a brass face with beautiful smooth dark brown patina. The detail on the eagle is good. The reverse has all of the lead fill. Both iron hooks remain and are strong. Label on… (595-2366) Learn More »
$145.00
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VERY RARE “SEPARATELY DATED 1861” COLLINS M1840 NCO SWORD WITH ARCHED ADDRESS
For details on this very rare sword see Thillmann, Civil War Army Swords, p.202 and following. He notes, “The separately dated 1861 and 1862 Collins NCO swords are the rarest of all of the NCO… (2025-683) Learn More »
$650.00
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MAKER MARKED AND U.S. INSPECTED CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP BOX WITH FLEECE AND VENT PICK
This is a very good example of the regulation US army cap box, an accoutrement carried by literally every soldier with a percussion arm. This is the standard configuration coming in about 1862, using… (1304-104) Learn More »
VERY NICE 128th NEW YORK REUNION BADGE – 18th ANNUAL, 1904
This badge commemorates the 18th Annual Reunion of the 128th New York Infantry, held in Poughkeepsie on October 18th, 1904. The ribbon is brilliant blue and virtually free of damage. The front… (595-2286) Learn More »
UNION EX-POW RIBBON – 32nd ENCAMPMENT, BOSTON, 1904
This rare ribbon commemorates the 32nd Encampment of the Union Ex-Prisoners of War Society, held in 1904 in Boston. Several organizations were formed after the war for the express purpose of… (595-2268) Learn More »
FIRST MODEL MERRILL CARBINE - TEXAS MUSEUM
This is a good example of the First Model Merrill cavalry carbine that uses a brass butt plate, patch box, trigger guard, and barrel band. The first model has a flat, knurled latch to secure the lever… (1268-389) Learn More »
$2,250.00
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SOCKET BAYONET FOR REMINGTON PERCUSSION CONVERSION OF U.S. MODEL 1816 MUSKET
This is a 21” long socket bayonet with 18.5” triangular blade, hollow-ground flutes, and flat edges. There is a 3” bottom-bridged socket with three-step (T-shaped) mortise. Strong “US”… (998-704) Learn More »
RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR GREENE RIFLE
This a solid example of the scarce socket bayonet for the Greene Under-hammer Bolt Action Rifle. James Durrell Greene had a distinguished career in the US military but is probably best known for the… (490-3251) 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 light gray surface tone… (490-7541) Learn More »
$165.00
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1911 ROCHESTER, NY GAR PENNANT
This pennant, in excellent condition, measures 17” in length and 8” in width at it’s widest point. Made of gray felt, it features a GAR badge at center in red, white, blue and gold. At left in… (595-2378) Learn More »
$40.00
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IDENTIFIED 1860 POCKET BIBLE – “OFFICER’S TENT” OF COMPANY K, 20th MASS. (HARVARD REGIMENT)
This small-sized testament was published and printed by the American Bible Association in 1860. It is remarkable in that the first flyleaf features the inscription “Company K / 20th Regiment / Mass.… (2025-2827) Learn More »
$395.00
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STRIKING 6th NEW YORK CAVALRY REUNION RIBBON BADGE – BROOKLYN, SEPT. 19, 1920 (3rd WINCHESTER ANNIVERSARY)
This lovely and uncommonly seen style of Veteran’s badge commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Winchester and the participation of the surviving members of the 6th New York Cavalry. A… (595-2283) Learn More »
$65.00
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FOUR-FOLD COLLAPSIBLE BRASS TELESCOPE / SPYGLASS
This antique optical instrument from the mid-19th century is a very appealing, four-fold collapsible telescope/spyglass in very good condition. Made of brass, this device is constructed with four… (2024-1889) Learn More »
$95.00
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“STRONG MEN OF THE REGIMENT SOBBED LIKE CHILDREN”: JOHN REYNOLDS’ I CORPS AT GETTYSBURG ON JULY 1, 1863 - SOFTCOVER EDITION
Priest, John Michael. June 2024, Savas Beatie. 2025 paperback edition; 28 images, 19 maps; 444 pages. Part of the Essential Gettysburg series. “Priest’s new history is a powerful and important… (ST501236) Learn More »
VERY ATTRACTIVE COLT’S PATENT POWDER FLASK
This flask is in very strong condition, with great patina, good seams, and crisp detail. This version of the dense panoply of arms appearing on flasks by Colt was used with the 3rd and 4th Model Colt… (1304-80A) Learn More »
$1,950.00
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NON-EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR SHOULDER SCALES
This is a good, untouched, non-excavated pair of Civil War US army issue enlisted man’s shoulder scales showing a fairly even, aged patina to the brass, with a few shallow dings and just one small… (2025-2648) Learn More »
VERY NICE MODEL 1860 SPENCER CARBINE
Produced by the Spencer Rifle Company of Boston, Massachusetts, this Model 1860 Spencer breechloading repeating carbine is in very good original condition. The carbine, which fired the .52 caliber,… (2025-2794) Learn More »
$2,395.00
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CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH WITH BRASS LETTER “K” ON FLAP
This is an excellent Civil War-era percussion cap pouch. This pattern has the closing tab as a continuation of the outer flap. This latch tab is unbroken. A small brass letter “K” is affixed to… (490-7634) Learn More »
1911 READING RAILROAD GETTYSBURG EXCURSION BROADSIDE
Paper broadside measures 14” x 7”, printed in blue ink. Advertisement for a special train excursion to Gettysburg to take place on Sunday, May 28, 1911. Lists locations, most of which appear to… (595-2377) Learn More »
$75.00
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PROGRAM- VISIT GETTYSBURG BLUE AND GRAY REUNION, 75TH ANNIVERSARY 1938
This booklet was prepared by the Pennsylvania State Commission for the 1938 reunion of veterans in Gettysburg. The forward reads, “That this nation shall forever endure under the guidance of a… (595-2370) Learn More »
$65.00
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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 mottled gray surface tone. Some… (490-7542) Learn More »
$165.00
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ORIGINAL BRASS-MOUNTED ROSEWOOD FIFE MARKED “F & H”
This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument of the mid-19th century. In good original condition, this Civil War-era cylindrical fife measures 14.5” long and is made… (490-7483) Learn More »
$125.00
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THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA $1 NOTE
Dated January 1st, 1863, Raleigh. Handwritten serial number; signed by “__ __ Cardie”. We have several of these available; all in similar condition with differing serial numbers. Overall very… (344-2475) Learn More »
$35.00 Each
Originally $50.00
MILITARY GOODS TIN BOX
Top of lid is stamped with, “SHANNON, MILLER & GRANT, MILITARY GOODS, MAIDEN BAND, NEW YORK”. Some light scratches and surface rust are present. Box is slightly warped so that lid does not… (344-2689) Learn More »
$45.00
Originally $75.00
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FRAMED ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH OF CIVIL WAR ERA NAVY OFFICER
Very nice Victorian frame houses a retouched albumen photograph of an unknown U.S. Navy officer. He is wearing a dark colored, double-breasted frock coat with naval buttons, shoulder straps, a white… (344-3304) Learn More »
$40.00
Originally $85.00
BUST VIEW CDV OF DISMISSED US MARINE OFFICER WILLIAM B. MURRAY
CDV is of William B. Murray wearing a dark double-breasted frock coat with shoulder knots. Image is clear with good contrast and is mostly clean. Reverse has no photographer’s imprint but does have… (344-2394) Learn More »
$150.00
Originally $265.00
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CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX FROM GETTYSBURG'S SHIELDS MUSEUM
This incomplete relic condition carbine cartridge box is an original example of the classic leather accoutrement carried by Federal mounted forces during the Civil War. We believe this is the pattern… (2025-2023) Learn More »
US NAVAL ENSIGN OF THE USS PONTOOSUC 1864-65 BROUGHT HOME BY SIGNAL QUARTERMASTER JAMES W. VERNEY - MEDAL OF HONOR FORT FISHER & WILMINGTON
Formerly in the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum, this stars-and-stripes US Navy ensign flew over the USS Pontoosuc during its year of active service in 1864-65, which included the two… (1268-654) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY PENDULUM HAUSSE LEATHER CASE
This is a scarce piece of Civil War artillery related leather. This is a pendulum hausse sight case. Pendulum Hausse sights were weighted brass pieces that were mounted on the breech of a cannon and… (2025-2022) Learn More »
VERY RARE PA STATE LEGISLATURE ATTENDANCE BADGE – DEDICATION OF GRANT’S TOMB, 1897
This lovely badge was given to members and staff of the delegation of the Pennsylvania State Legislature who attended the dedication of Grant’s Tomb in New York City on April 27, 1897. The ribbon… (1202-1006) Learn More »
$250.00
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A FINE PAIR OF DERINGER-STYLE, SINGLE-SHOT POCKET PISTOLS IN WONDERFUL CONDITION
Here is a tagged pair of original, fine quality, unmarked specimens of the Deringer-style pocket pistol, once the favorite handgun of American civilians in the early 1850s. Each of these two… (2025-2937) Learn More »
$3,500.00
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U.S. MODEL 1835 / 1842 SOCKET BAYONET
The bayonet for the US M1835/40 flintlock musket essentially set the pattern for socket bayonets for the rest of the century. The musket went into production at Springfield in 1840 and in addition to… (490-3298) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE, MAKER MARKED
This non-dug plate has a nice smooth medium patina, with original brass finish being very bright on high areas. The detail on the eagle is very good. Some small dings are present on edge of plate. The… (2025-3062) Learn More »
$275.00
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CIVIL WAR 33rd INFANTRY OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
This is a very strong example of the regulation hat insignia for a Civil War officer in a 33rd regiment of infantry. This type uses an internal metal stiffener fitted with two loops for attachment to… (1299-33) Learn More »
EXCELLENT INFANTRY OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
This is great example of the regulation embroidered bullion hat insignia for an infantry officer. The hunting horn insignia indicating infantry is embroidered in gold bullion thread on a black velvet… (1299-30) Learn More »
U.S. STAFF OFFICER’S CAP INSIGNIA
An excellent example of a small size, embroidered bullion round US staff wreath often seen in Civil War photos worn on the front of officers’ kepis and forage caps. An Old English “U.S.” in… (1299-31) Learn More »
$275.00
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MINT 17th INFANTRY OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA, UNCUT, UNTRIMMED
A scarce example of a Civil War officer’s embroidered bullion hat insignia showing how these appeared before being mounted directly on a hat or being trimmed to an oval and given a jaceron wire… (1299-25) Learn More »
VICTORIAN LADIES' BUCKLE
Beautiful black buckle is made of black crepe stones. Original attachment hooks and pin and hook are present on reverse and fully function. Buckle measures approx. 2 ½” x 3”. This would have been… (344-2627) Learn More »
$150.00
Originally $225.00
UNISSUED McCLELLAN “WAR OF 1861” IDENTIFICATION DISK
This is an unissued brass identification disk. The front features a central bust of George B. McClellan and reads “MAJOR GENERAL GEO. B. McCLELLAN / WAR OF 1861”. This was never stamped with a… (344-2965) Learn More »
$225.00
Originally $395.00
CIRCA 1812-1820 GERMAN HANGER
The blade of this interesting sword measures 26”. It has a main fuller running nearly the entire length with a secondary fuller approx. 18” of the length. The last 8 ½” of the blade has a false… (344-3245) Learn More »
$1,975.00
Originally $2,125.00
1858 STAMPED BRASS INFANTRY HUNTING HORN
Stamped brass infantry horn insignia. Brass retains much of the original gilt. Reverse of each features two soldered attachment loops, with two of the insignia missing one loop. Measures 3 ¼”… (344-2992) Learn More »
$20.00 Each
Originally $38.50
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CIVIL WAR-ERA “CLOOSE / CROSBY” FIFE
This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument as used during the Civil War period. In very good original condition, this fife measures 17” long and is made… (490-7484) Learn More »
$145.00
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VERY RARE DEDICATION RIBBON BADGE – PHILADELPHIA WASHINGTON MONUMENT, 1897
This lovely badge was given to members and staff of the delegation of the Pennsylvania State Legislature who attended the dedication of the Washington Monument of Philadelphia, on May, 15, 1897. The… (1202-1007) Learn More »
VICTORIAN MOURNING PORTRAIT OF GENERAL JOHN SEDGWICK KIA 1864
An interesting and extremely skillful example of Victorian mourning art- a Civil War carte-de-visite portrait of General John Sedgwick set in an eight-pointed star frame made of one square… (1202-1013) Learn More »
$225.00
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GENERAL JOHN F. REYNOLDS MOURNING LOCKET
A nice example of Victorian mourning jewelry- a gilt locket fitted with swivel loop and black ribbon, containing a thumbnail albumen photographic portrait of Union General John F. Reynolds, killed… (1202-1015) Learn More »
PATTERN 1885 ENLISTED MAN’S SPURS – NICE MATCHED PAIR
As described in The American Military Spur, by Dorsey on pages 61-64, the Pattern 1885 Enlisted Spur was introduced with the other new cavalry equipment in Ordnance Memoranda No. 29. This matched… (2024-603) Learn More »
22nd NATIONAL GAR ENCAMPMENT SOUVENIR – COLUMBUS, 1888
This very rare miniature souvenir knapsack was produced for the September 12, 1888 National Grand Army of the Republic encampment at Columbus, Ohio. Made of lacquered/japanned tin, brass, and felt;… (1202-1016) Learn More »
$95.00
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GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR CANE FROM LITTLE ROUND TOP
Wood cut from the battlefield furnished material for all sorts of Gettysburg souvenirs. Canes were one of the most popular- functional, particularly for the aging veterans who visited the battlefield… (490-7591) Learn More »
$225.00
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SMITH PATENT 1st LIEUTENANT SHOULDER STRAPS/BOARDS
Straps have the usual convex stamped brass false embroidered single border. The surfaces of each have a nice patina. The light blue velvet rank field is in nice condition with very light wear and much… (1299-18) Learn More »
TWENTY-EIGHTH DIVISION, PENNSYLVANIA'S GUARD IN THE WORLD WAR, 5 VOLS
By Colonel Edward Martin (Compiled) / E.S. Wallace (Editor). Published by 28th Division Publishing Company, Pittsburgh, PA. (Vol. 1--1923; Vols. 2 thru 5--1924). Volume 1 is 498 pages; Vol. 2: 558… (1202-1040) Learn More »
IVORY HANDLED CANE ID’D TO GEORGE H. STUART, MARKED LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN
Cane is made of wood which has been stained a dark brown color. Top of cane has a brass ring with ivory handle. Etched on one side of the handle is “GEORGE H. STUART, LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN DECEMBER 21,… (344-1885) Learn More »
$550.00
Originally $750.00
MID- TO LATE-19TH CENTURY CASED PARTIAL DENTAL KIT WITH 13 INSTRUMENTS
Ca. 1869-90. Black & gold maker decal [inner case]: “Sharp & Smith/Manufacturers/of/ surgical instruments/73 Randolph St./ Chicago”. Case is a wooden box measuring 12 x 5 x 16”, with… (344-1489) Learn More »
$350.00
Originally $525.00
CONFEDERATE PRISON CAMP ART: ELMIRA PRISON 1864, EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM
Soldiers in camp often used what leisure time they had in crafting small mementos that might be sent home or retained as souvenirs. Prisoners of war had the additional incentive of selling or trading… (1268-1226) Learn More »
$95.00
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CONFEDERATE RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET COMBINATION TOOL
These cleverly designed, forged iron musket tools were fabricated at the Richmond Arsenal (See Davies, “CS Armory Richmond Book,” for photographs of several examples). They combine a double-ended… (2025-2608) Learn More »
$895.00
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CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S G.A.R. OFFICER’S BELT
This white bullion embroidered belt uses a Civil War M1851 officer’s sword belt plate and hasp. Chances are that it was worn by an officer in the G.A.R., the largest and best known of the Civil War… (172-6148) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED MODEL 1902 U.S. OFFICER’S SABER BY S.O. BARNUM & SON
S.O. Barnum & Son, at 265-267 Main Steet in Buffalo, NY, was a shopping mainstay of downtown Buffalo for generations. Founded in 1845, Barnum's (no relation to P.T. Barnum) were longtime dealers… (490-6986) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED CRUTCH – 2nd LT. SAMUEL MCKEE, 143rd/147th PENNSYLVANIA - WIA CHANCELLORSVILLE, KIA ATLANTA CAMPAIGN
Samuel McKee enlisted on 10/18/1862 as a 2nd Lieutenant and was mustered into Company I of the 143rd Pennsylvania the same day. In December of ’62, Sam was transferred to the 147th Pennsylvania… (1268-712) Learn More »
$2,750.00
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BEAUTIFUL GOLD PAST POST COMMANDER’S BADGE OF WILLIAM L. HARROD, 32nd OHIO
This beautiful G.A.R. badge was presented in 1905 to William Levi Harrod who had served throughout the war in the 32nd Ohio. He enlisted in July 1861, was captured at Atlanta in late July 1864 and… (1282-01) Learn More »
$1,395.00
Originally $1,850.00
IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE 1/6 PLATE AMBROTYPE, J.H. DOYLE, 7TH S.C. CAVALRY
This ambrotype photograph features young James Hogan [Hagan] Doyle posing in plain uniform coat with hands across his waist. Three plain buttons are visible on his jacket which also has a standing… (141-190) Learn More »
SMITH PATENT SHOULDER STRAPS – STAFF CAPTAIN
A very good condition and good-looking set of Smith Patent shoulder straps for a Captain on staff duty. There were at least a couple of patents during the Civil War for some form of metallic border in… (1299-16) Learn More »
PROVIDENCE (RHODE ISLAND) MARINE CORPS OF ARTILLERY COAT BUTTON
Offered here is a fine, non-dug coat button from Rhode Island. According to Tice’s reference book "Uniform Buttons Of The United States 1776-1865”, “The City of Providence organized this group… (1304-122) Learn More »
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CIVIL WAR US NAVY LT. COMMANDER’S COAT AND BUCKLE OF ALEXANDER COLE RHIND - USS CONSTELLATION, USS CRUSADER, USS KEOKUK, FOUGHT CS BATTERIES AT DEEP BOTTOM, COMMANDED A “POWDER BOAT” AGAINST FT. FISHER, LATER REAR ADMIRAL
This is a very appealing regulation Civil War navy officer’s frock coat with interesting history. The coat is very dark blue, almost black, double-breasted with two rows of 9 US Navy officer’s button each down the front, two at the rear waist,… (1179-650). Learn More »
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