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VERY GOOD EARLY TO MID-WAR CAP BOX WITH INTACT FLEECE BY GAYLORD

VERY GOOD EARLY TO MID-WAR CAP BOX WITH INTACT FLEECE BY GAYLORD

This regulation percussion cap box is deeply marked on the inner flap, “E.GAYLORD / CHICOPEE / MASS.” Collectors will be familiar with Emerson Gaylord as one of the largest makers of accoutrements… (1052-1141) Learn More »

GAR BUSINESS CARD OF JOHN C. PALMER, 5TH KANSAS CAVALRY

GAR BUSINESS CARD OF JOHN C. PALMER, 5TH KANSAS CAVALRY

Standard size business card featuring GAR membership badge at left in full color; at center printed in script lettering is “J. C. Palmer”, and at lower right is “Driskell Post, No. 209, /… (2024-495) Learn More »

1863 CONFEDERATE VOLUNTEER’S PAY VOUCHER – SEABORN J. SAFFOLD, 2ND GEORGIA STATE TROOPS

1863 CONFEDERATE VOLUNTEER’S PAY VOUCHER – SEABORN J. SAFFOLD, 2ND GEORGIA STATE TROOPS

A fine Confederate Georgia Volunteer pay document for Seaborn Jones Saffold, Co. K, 2nd Georgia State Line troops. Nicely filled out and suitable for framing.  This document with a printed State of… (1251-102) Learn More »

$45.00
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CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN’S WAIST BELT- EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN’S WAIST BELT- EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

This waist belt, fitted with a simple iron horseshoe buckle and a narrow billet added to one end comes from the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum. A wide variety of belts and buckles, some… (1179-1165) Learn More »

9th PLATE CASED TINTYPE OF SOLDIER IN PATRIOTIC MAT: “THE UNION NOW AND FOREVER.”

9th PLATE CASED TINTYPE OF SOLDIER IN PATRIOTIC MAT: “THE UNION NOW AND FOREVER.”

This three-quarter, seated view shows a soldier hatless and with legs crossed. The photographer has gilded some of the buttons on his open coat, shirt front and finger ring, and tinted his trousers… (490-6176) Learn More »

QUARTERPLATE RUBY AMBROTYPE OF UNION OFFICER AND WIFE

QUARTERPLATE RUBY AMBROTYPE OF UNION OFFICER AND WIFE

Portraits of husbands with wives or family are among the most telling of Civil War photographs as not only a memento treasured by those at home of someone who might not return, but also of what the… (557-266) Learn More »

C1790 ENGLISH CHAMPAGNE BOTTLE

C1790 ENGLISH CHAMPAGNE BOTTLE

Dark green glass bottle stands 9 ½” tall. Some very light scratches to the surface; no visible chips.  Appears to have remains of dried liquid inside.  One darker area of discoloration / staining… (2023-3127) Learn More »

C1740-1770 DUTCH LONG NECK WINE BOTTLE

C1740-1770 DUTCH LONG NECK WINE BOTTLE

Dark green bottle stands approx. 11 ¼” tall; neck alone measures 5”. No visible cracks or chips.  Does have a two external buttles, one near the base and the other on the shoulder.  Unpolished… (2023-3125) Learn More »

ALLEN AND WHEELOCK DROP-BREECH RIMFIRE RIFLE

ALLEN AND WHEELOCK DROP-BREECH RIMFIRE RIFLE

Sometimes listed as just the Allen Drop Breech, these breech-loading rimfire rifles were produced in limited numbers, 1,500 to 2,000 all told by Flayderman’s estimate, but in a variety of calibers,… (1219-35) Learn More »

CABINET CARD OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

CABINET CARD OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Cabinet Card, no photographer's imprint. Brown mount with "Gen. Benjmain [sic] F. Butler" in gold along bottom. Old Butler in civilian clothes. Three-quarter view facing to the right. Fair contrast.… (490-6196) Learn More »

CABINET CARD OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

CABINET CARD OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Cabinet Card, no photographer's imprint. Name and title printed at bottom of image. Butler in civilian clothes while Governor of Mass. Three-quarter view facing to the right. Light contrast. Benjamin… (490-6194) Learn More »

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Carte de visite, etching of Butler in uniform.  No b/m, print at bottom, "MAJ. GEN. B. F. BUTLER." Bust view facing to the right. Etching has very good contrast with fine details. Benjamin Franklin… (490-6200GG) Learn More »

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Carte de visite, etching of Butler in uniform with sword and next to horse.  Simple back mark of J.H. Bufford, Boston. Creases across lower edge. Three-quarter view facing to the left. Good… (490-6199C) Learn More »

P1853 ENFIELD RIFLE MUSKET BAYONET AND SCABBARD

P1853 ENFIELD RIFLE MUSKET BAYONET AND SCABBARD

This bayonet for the British P53 Rifle Musket shows a lot of blue on the socket and neck and legitimate wear to the finish on the blade from drawing and sheathing it over the decades. The socket bears… (490-6819) Learn More »

GENERAL ROBERT E. LEE GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR FAN

GENERAL ROBERT E. LEE GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR FAN

Vintage souvenir fan has a nicely colored image of General Robert E. Lee on cardstock which has been stapled to a wooden stick. Fan measures 8” long by 8” wide at widest points. Stick measures… (2023-3226) Learn More »

EXCELLENT GERMAN MAUSER BAYONET AND SCABBARD WITH MATCHING NUMBERS

EXCELLENT GERMAN MAUSER BAYONET AND SCABBARD WITH MATCHING NUMBERS

This is a strong example of the standard German bayonet with full coverage of original gun blue on the hilt, blade, and scabbard with unblemished bakelite grips that are brown in tone. The metal is… (1252-03) Learn More »

$375.00
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US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT 3RD CORPS HOSPITAL SITE, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT 3RD CORPS HOSPITAL SITE, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Reddish chocolate patina; 3 small holes and a crack visible on face. Shank present; backmark, “Waterbury Button Co.” This button was found by local Gettysburg resident and relic hunter Ken Bream.… (1163-198B) Learn More »

$35.00
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US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT 3RD CORPS HOSPITAL SITE, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

US GENERAL SERVICE EAGLE COAT BUTTON RECOVERED AT 3RD CORPS HOSPITAL SITE, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Dark chocolate patina; has some damage to face – a crack and a few small holes. Some verdigris present. Shank present; more verdigris on reverse. There appears to be a backmark present but it is no… (1163-198A) Learn More »

1865 OATH OF ALLEGIANCE WITH COVER LETTER OF COL. J.M. STONE, 2nd MISSISSIPPI, WIA GETTYSBURG, LATER STATE GOVERNOR

1865 OATH OF ALLEGIANCE WITH COVER LETTER OF COL. J.M. STONE, 2nd MISSISSIPPI, WIA GETTYSBURG, LATER STATE GOVERNOR

These two manuscript documents signed by Col. John M. Stone are a longhand version of the oath of allegiance dated July 7, 1865, which he would later sign also as a printed document before release… (557-259) Learn More »

1899 DATED US KRAG BAYONET

1899 DATED US KRAG BAYONET

This is the regulation bayonet for the .30-40 Krag rifle, adopted by the US army in 1892. With this rifle the U.S. Army began to catch up with foreign powers in the use of small caliber magazine-fed… (490-6397) Learn More »

CONFEDERATE “PIE-PLATE” TIN DRUM CANTEEN

CONFEDERATE “PIE-PLATE” TIN DRUM CANTEEN

This is an interesting variation on the tin drum canteens that became very popular in the 1850s following the adoption of round drum-shaped tin canteen with convex sides by the US Army in 1836, though… (490-6762) Learn More »

NICELY INSCRIBED US REVENUE MARINE OFFICER’S NAVIGATION MANUAL

NICELY INSCRIBED US REVENUE MARINE OFFICER’S NAVIGATION MANUAL

An inscribed copy of, “A New and Accurate Method of Finding a Ship’s Position at Sea, by Projection on Mercator’ Chart … “ By Capt. Thomas H. Sumner,  Fourth Edition, Boston 1857. This is… (1179-1266) Learn More »

TOMPION FOR THE PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD

TOMPION FOR THE PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD

This tompion has a cork body with a brass cap and base. Approx. 98% of the cork body remains. The brass cap has a light patina while the base is dark. A tompion was used by placing it in the muzzle of… (R21649) Learn More »

$40.00
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CLIPPED SIGNATURE –MAJ. GEN. WILLIAM S. ROSECRANS

CLIPPED SIGNATURE –MAJ. GEN. WILLIAM S. ROSECRANS

Ink signature on a 2 ¼” x ¾” paper.  “W. S. Rosecrans / Maj. Genl.” The rank which he includes below his signature was bestowed on him on 3/12/62.  Good condition, some soiling. Small tear… (557-234) Learn More »

$45.00
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CO. G, 46TH US COLORED INFANTRY ORDNANCE RETURN

CO. G, 46TH US COLORED INFANTRY ORDNANCE RETURN

Dated Ordnance Office,  War Department, Washington, DC., Nov 15th, 1864. Pre-printed form, Property Returns Division.  Examination Section - Form I. B. 7. 1. 64. 50. Signed by order of  T. J.… (1251-11) Learn More »

$25.00
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1899 PENSION DOCUMENT – JOSEPH SCOTT, 75TH NEW YORK INFANTRY

1899 PENSION DOCUMENT – JOSEPH SCOTT, 75TH NEW YORK INFANTRY

3 1/2" x 8" portion of a pension document. Trimmed at top edge. Dated 1899, filled out in ink. Verifies that the soldier, Joseph Scott, was at that time a resident of Riverton, Michigan. Signed by… (1251-17) Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY - MAY 25, 1872

HARPER’S WEEKLY - MAY 25, 1872

Vol. XVI—No. 804. 24 pp. [401-424], 11” x 15.5, four columns, illustrations and cartoons. Front covers features an 1872 presidential election illustration by famed cartoonist Thomas Nast,… (557-40) Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY - CAPTURE OF JOHN WILKES BOOTH, MAY 13, 1865

HARPER’S WEEKLY - CAPTURE OF JOHN WILKES BOOTH, MAY 13, 1865

Vol. IX—No. 437. 16 pp. [289-304}., 11.25” x 15.75.”, four columns w/illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features story and portrait illustration of President Andrew Johnson. Interior… (557-37) Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY - SUPPLEMENT OCTOBER 21, 1876

HARPER’S WEEKLY - SUPPLEMENT OCTOBER 21, 1876

Vol. XX—No. 1034. 20 pp. [845-864], four columns, illustration & cartoon. Front cover features dramatic Thomas Nast cartoon depicting a ravenous wolf in the sheep pen—“The Solid… (557-33) Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY—NOVEMBER 22, 1862 [McClellan Relieved of Command!]

HARPER’S WEEKLY—NOVEMBER 22, 1862 [McClellan Relieved of Command!]

Vol. VI—No. 308. 16 pp. [737-752], 15.5” x 11, four columns, illustrations and cartoons. Front features full page illustration of “Hon. Horatio Seymour, Governor Elect of the State of New… (557-30) Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM CAMP LETTERMAN GENERAL HOSPITAL, GETTYSBURG

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM CAMP LETTERMAN GENERAL HOSPITAL, GETTYSBURG

This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was recovered on the grounds of Camp Letterman General Hospital, Gettysburg. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the… (2024-1283) Learn More »

$495.00
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BULLET IN WOOD FROM CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG

BULLET IN WOOD FROM CULP’S HILL, GETTYSBURG

This is a solid piece of a tree with a bullet fired into it.  This small piece of wood has an unknown type minie ball embedded in it; just the back end is visible. This is an old piece of wood, cut… (2024-1280) Learn More »

$395.00
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MEXICAN WAR SMALL SIZE M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE

MEXICAN WAR SMALL SIZE M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE

This is the M1839 oval U.S. belt plate made for the narrow 1.5 inch U.S infantry waist belts of the Mexican War period. Like the Civil War versions, these are made of rolled stamped brass with a lead… (1052-1142) Learn More »

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR BUFF LEATHER MUSKET SLING IN VERY GOOD CONDITION

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR BUFF LEATHER MUSKET SLING IN VERY GOOD CONDITION

This is a leather shoulder sling designed for use with Civil War muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop at one end and a brass wire hook on the other, which is mounted under a sewn down flap. The… (1202-175) Learn More »

$395.00
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PENNSYLVANIA STATE COAT OF ARMS CERAMIC SHAVING MUG, POSSIBLY G.A.R.

PENNSYLVANIA STATE COAT OF ARMS CERAMIC SHAVING MUG, POSSIBLY G.A.R.

A nice example of a decorated shaving mug from the 1800s to early 1900s. This one is decorated with gold bands around top and bottom and along the finger loop, and with a full color representation of… (1202-187) Learn More »

SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ERA STEREOVIEW FEATURING TEDDY ROOSEVELT, FORMER CS GEN. JOSEPH WHEELER, AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE “ROUGH RIDERS”

SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ERA STEREOVIEW FEATURING TEDDY ROOSEVELT, FORMER CS GEN. JOSEPH WHEELER, AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE “ROUGH RIDERS”

The photograph is copyright 1898 by Strohmeyer and Wyman and published by Underwood & Underwood; this stereoview is in excellent condition and the photos are very crisp and clear. The caption on… (670-30) Learn More »

$65.00
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GREAT EARLY WESTERN 36-ROUND THIMBLE CARTRIDGE BELT WITH SILVERED “TEXAS STAR,” “WACO GUARDS” OR “TEXAS RANGER” BELT PLATE

GREAT EARLY WESTERN 36-ROUND THIMBLE CARTRIDGE BELT WITH SILVERED “TEXAS STAR,” “WACO GUARDS” OR “TEXAS RANGER” BELT PLATE

This is a great, untouched, western cartridge belt probably dating to the late 1870s – early 1880s using a military style belt with flat brass adjusting hook looping back through the hasp of… (1179-1168) Learn More »

$650.00
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VERY NICE E.M DICKENSON SHEFFIELD “INVICTA” BOWIE KNIFE AND SCABBARD

VERY NICE E.M DICKENSON SHEFFIELD “INVICTA” BOWIE KNIFE AND SCABBARD

An excellent condition hunting Bowie with staghorn grips and clip-point blade. The grips are excellent, with nice cream and brown color and good surface with no cracks, chips or damage, oval guard,… (2-668) Learn More »

ILLINOIS 1855 BRASS PERPETUAL CALENDAR

ILLINOIS 1855 BRASS PERPETUAL CALENDAR

A nice example of mid-nineteenth century state pride and national ingenuity. This small disk on one side has the days of the week around the edge and a central small disk that can be turned bringing a… (1202-213) Learn More »

$75.00
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CIVIL WAR US NAVY SAILOR’S EMBROIDERED PINCUSHION OF AMHERST SPOFFORD: SERVICE IN THE 3rd MAINE INFANTRY AND US NAVY

CIVIL WAR US NAVY SAILOR’S EMBROIDERED PINCUSHION OF AMHERST SPOFFORD: SERVICE IN THE 3rd MAINE INFANTRY AND US NAVY

Born in Maine in 1821, Amherst Spofford (III) first went to sea at age thirteen and spent the greater part of his life as a sailor according to a 1916 obituary. During the Civil War he served in both… (2024-358) Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM SPANGLER’S SPRING, GETTYSBURG

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM SPANGLER’S SPRING, GETTYSBURG

This Federal plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was worn on the outer flap of the infantry cartridge box, and was recovered around Spangler’s Spring, Gettysburg. Constructed in the… (2024-1279) Learn More »

$350.00
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WWII JAPANESE SWORD KNOT

WWII JAPANESE SWORD KNOT

Shows some storage wear.   [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM. CLICK HERE… (160-139) Learn More »

WWII JAPANESE SEW ON CAP STARS

WWII JAPANESE SEW ON CAP STARS

Pair of star cap devices which are unissued and still attached together.  Excellent condition.  [gr] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR… (160-140) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PONCHO EYELET HOOK

CIVIL WAR PONCHO EYELET HOOK

Original Civil War patent “Eyelet Hook”. Non-dug example of this unusual button. Typical brass enlistedman’s “eagle button” face. Tin back with iron wire spring hook. Used to close… (1202-209) Learn More »

1863 FEDERAL UNION MUST BE PRESERVED CIVIL WAR TOKEN

1863 FEDERAL UNION MUST BE PRESERVED CIVIL WAR TOKEN

This copper token features a likeness of the equestrian statue of President Andrew Jackson which stands in Lafayette Square across the street from the White House. Text around the circumference:… (1179-2171) Learn More »

$25.00
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1863 CIVIL WAR ARMY & NAVY TOKEN

1863 CIVIL WAR ARMY & NAVY TOKEN

Copper token about the size of a modern penny. The surface has darkened with age but the token is easily readable. Obverse says “ARMY AND NAVY” over crossed swords; the whole is surrounded by a… (1179-2168) Learn More »

$25.00
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NICE PAIR OF CIVIL WAR BRASS SPURS WITH SUNBEAM OR STARBURST ROWELS

NICE PAIR OF CIVIL WAR BRASS SPURS WITH SUNBEAM OR STARBURST ROWELS

Spurs were, of course, standard issue to mounted enlistedmen in the cavalry, drivers in the light artillery and members of the horse artillery. They were also a natural requirement for any officer… (2024-618) Learn More »

$225.00
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TYSON STEREOVIEW No. 541 OF DEVILS’ DEN SHARPSHOOTER’S POSITION

TYSON STEREOVIEW No. 541 OF DEVILS’ DEN SHARPSHOOTER’S POSITION

Clear image of the naturally protected area among the large boulders on top of Devil’s Den that was used by Confederate sharpshooters. The image shows the well-known outcropping of rocks with… (2024-1308) Learn More »

RELIC CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE, EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

RELIC CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE, EX-TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

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… (1179-1236) Learn More »

$975.00
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OATH OF ALLEGIANCE OF LT. COL. JAMES W. LOCKERT, 14TH TENNESSEE, COMMANDING REGIMENT AT GETTYSBURG- WOUNDED AND TAKEN PRISONER IN PICKETT’S CHARGE NEAR THE ANGLE!

OATH OF ALLEGIANCE OF LT. COL. JAMES W. LOCKERT, 14TH TENNESSEE, COMMANDING REGIMENT AT GETTYSBURG- WOUNDED AND TAKEN PRISONER IN PICKETT’S CHARGE NEAR THE ANGLE!

James W. Lockert led the 14th Tennessee onto the field on July 1 Gettysburg 220 strong as part of Archer’s brigade in Heth’s division. In that first day’s fighting the brigade was outflanked and… (557-260) Learn More »

$950.00
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REMINGTON MODEL 1862 CONTRACT RIFLE, AKA MODEL 1863 CONTRACT RIFLE AND “REMINGTON ZOUAVE”

REMINGTON MODEL 1862 CONTRACT RIFLE, AKA MODEL 1863 CONTRACT RIFLE AND “REMINGTON ZOUAVE”

One of the most attractive U.S. martial arms, the Remington 1862 Contract Rifle (Moller,) or the 1863 Contract Rifle (Flayderman,) has been known for decades as the “Zouave,” a nickname drawing a… (401-55) Learn More »

LINCOLN SILK MOURNING RIBBON

LINCOLN SILK MOURNING RIBBON

Multi colored silk, 10” x 2”, featuring bust portrait of martyred President. Square upper margin, v-shaped lower tip, w/ 1.375” red tassel. Small chipping of upper left margin, two tiny nicks.… (1179-1764) Learn More »

$250.00
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INDIAN WARS U.S. MODEL 1870 CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SWIVEL

INDIAN WARS U.S. MODEL 1870 CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SWIVEL

This is an original Indian War-era sling snap and swivel for the U.S. Army Model 1870 Cavalry Carbine Shoulder Sling. This is the snap swivel assembly which was unique to the Model 1870 "E" Pouch, and… (2024-1246) Learn More »

$30.00
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IMPORTED M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SCABBARD BY SCHULER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM

IMPORTED M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SCABBARD BY SCHULER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM

The blade of the sword is so slightly curved that it looks straight at first glance. It is single-edged with a false edge extending back about 6 inches from the point. There is a wide deep fuller… (870-365) Learn More »

WWII JAPANESE MARKSMAN COMPETITION BADGE 2ND CLASS

WWII JAPANESE MARKSMAN COMPETITION BADGE 2ND CLASS

Pair of badges retain most of their finish, and both are in excellent condition.  [gr] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY… (160-158) Learn More »

WWII USMC MARINE BASE CAMP LEJEUNE POST CARD BOOKLET

WWII USMC MARINE BASE CAMP LEJEUNE POST CARD BOOKLET

There are 20 post cards in excellent condition attached within the booklet. The covers shows storage wear and a good bit of use wear.  [gr] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS… (160-214) Learn More »

$45.00
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WWII JAPANESE SWORD KNOT

WWII JAPANESE SWORD KNOT

Rust colored sword knot is in excellent condition.  [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (160-137) Learn More »

MEDAL OF HONOR FOR “EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM” – 1861 PRESENTATION SWORD OF LT. CHARLES JOSEPH MURPHY, 38th NEW YORK, MEDAL OF HONOR FOR BULL RUN, ESCAPEE FROM LIBBY, VOLUNTEER AIDE TO MEDICAL STAFF IN THE PENINSULA CAMPAIGN

MEDAL OF HONOR FOR “EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM” – 1861 PRESENTATION SWORD OF LT. CHARLES JOSEPH MURPHY, 38th NEW YORK, MEDAL OF HONOR FOR BULL RUN, ESCAPEE FROM LIBBY, VOLUNTEER AIDE TO MEDICAL STAFF IN THE PENINSULA CAMPAIGN

This non-regulation officer’s sword bears an 1861 presentation on the obverse scabbard,  “Presented to/ Lieut. C.J. Murphy, / by his friends / 1861” and a list of battles on the reverse… (1052-1131) Learn More »

24th NEW YORK SEPARATE COMPANY REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK

24th NEW YORK SEPARATE COMPANY REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK

In the search for new metallic cartridge arms after the Civil War New York went with the rolling block, made in state of course, but also popular arm world-wide even if the US government settled on… (5-109) Learn More »

WOOD REMOVED FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS AT GETTYSBURG

WOOD REMOVED FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS AT GETTYSBURG

This piece of wood is nicely matted and framed in a Riker mount along with a photo of Lee’s headquarters soon after the battle and a display label. This comes from the Thompson house, built in 1833,… (1251-74) Learn More »

$185.00
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US M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE

US M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE

This is a nice Civil War, non-dug regulation sword belt plate dating early or mid-war, using the simpler one-piece nickel (“German silver”) under the central motif of eagle with US shield on its… (766-2009) Learn More »

$295.00
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C1779-1790 BLOWN ENGLISH WINE BOTTLE

C1779-1790 BLOWN ENGLISH WINE BOTTLE

Green glass bottle stands 11” tall; long neck measures approx. 3 ¾”.  No visible cracks. Appears to have dried remains of a substance inside the bottle. Glass is somewhat wavy; there is a ring… (2023-3136) Learn More »

$65.00
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BOTTLE RECOVERED AT A CS MISSISSIPPI CAMP IN LEESBURG, VA – UDOLPHO WOLFE’S SCHEIDAM AROMATIC SCHNAPPS

BOTTLE RECOVERED AT A CS MISSISSIPPI CAMP IN LEESBURG, VA – UDOLPHO WOLFE’S SCHEIDAM AROMATIC SCHNAPPS

Four sided green glass bottle stands 7 ¾” tall; 2 ¼” wide at the base. Bottle is square and tapers slightly towards the base. Side 1. : 'UDOLOPHO WOLF'S'. Side 2 : 'SCHIEDAM'. Side 3 : 'AROMATIC… (490-6739) Learn More »

$65.00
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OFFICIAL CONFEDERATE WAR DEPARTMENT PASS

OFFICIAL CONFEDERATE WAR DEPARTMENT PASS

Printed form, letterhead-“Confederate States of America, War Department / Richmond, June 23, 1863. 2 pp., printed form, 3.375 x 6.25”. Slightly faded, exhibiting fold-marks. Else VG. Text:… (1179-1760) Learn More »

AMNESTY OATH - MATTHEW PILSON OF AUGUSTA COUNTY, VA

AMNESTY OATH - MATTHEW PILSON OF AUGUSTA COUNTY, VA

Dated “OFFICE PROVOST MARSHAL (Office of Notary Public),  Staunton, VA, July 10th, 1865”. Pre-printed form, 1 page. 5.5” x7.5. Exhibits fold-marks, light fading, chipped upper left… (1179-1768) Learn More »

FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR ERA CDV

FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR ERA CDV

Image is in excellent condition with slight age wear; slight crease on front at right edge.  There is an ID on the reverse, “Col ____ng”.    [gr] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~… (160-316) Learn More »

REFERENCE BOOK – THE AMERICAN MILITARY SADDLE, 1776-1945

REFERENCE BOOK – THE AMERICAN MILITARY SADDLE, 1776-1945

This book is the first comprehensive coverage of the history of the American Military Saddle using actual photographs and official army drawings of original saddles and other horse equipment. In… (2024-563) Learn More »

RELIC PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED IN GEORGIA

RELIC PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED IN GEORGIA

The plate has a beautiful face with a good eagle and a nice even chocolate patina. Face is free of scratches and dents. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill and a patina to match the face. Both… (490-5845) Learn More »

.32 RIMFIRE CALIBER REMINGTON-ELLIOTT “PEPPERBOX” FOUR-BARREL DERINGER

.32 RIMFIRE CALIBER REMINGTON-ELLIOTT “PEPPERBOX” FOUR-BARREL DERINGER

Remington made these ring-trigger, multi-barrel, repeating deringers in .32 caliber from 1863 to 1888. Production is estimated at around 17,500 (70 percent of the combined total of 25,000 in both .22… (490-6877) Learn More »

$695.00
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ALS - MAJOR GENERAL JAMES S. NEGLEY

ALS - MAJOR GENERAL JAMES S. NEGLEY

Printed letterhead “Headquarters, U.S. Forces” / dated “Louisville, Ky, Feby. 27 1864.” One page, 7.75” x 9.5. Exhibits fold-marks & four   small inconsequential stain spots.  Else… (1229-04) Learn More »

CONFEDERATE CAVALRY CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT OF CAPT. EDWARD BIRD, “EFFINGHAM HUSSARS,” 2nd BATTALION AND 5th REGIMENT GEORGIA CAVALRY

CONFEDERATE CAVALRY CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT OF CAPT. EDWARD BIRD, “EFFINGHAM HUSSARS,” 2nd BATTALION AND 5th REGIMENT GEORGIA CAVALRY

This rare, identified, Confederate cavalry captain’s frock coat belonged to an officer who served from 1861 though 1865, rising from Captain to Colonel, with extensive action especially in… (1179-232) Learn More »

A SOUVENIR FROM STONEWALL JACKSON'S HOUSE

A SOUVENIR FROM STONEWALL JACKSON'S HOUSE

This attractive 11” x 14” unframed display features a 2 3/8” x 1 7/8” piece of coverlet that was owned by Colonel Elijah W. Penny who had service in three Indiana Union regiments and was… (M26440) Learn More »

VETERAN’S GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR – IRON CANISTER BALL

VETERAN’S GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR – IRON CANISTER BALL

Offered here is a Gettysburg veteran’s souvenir from a return visit to the battlefield. Here is an iron canister ball, approximately 1.4” in diameter. Pasted to the iron relic is an old label.… (84-89) Learn More »

ENGLISH MADE CONFEDERATE INFANTRY SCRIPT “I” BUTTON

ENGLISH MADE CONFEDERATE INFANTRY SCRIPT “I” BUTTON

Non-dug example has bright face with lined script “I” on a plain field. Coat size. Back is marked “S. Isaacs Campbell & Co. London, 71 Jermyn St.” Button is of two-piece construction.… (1179-1442D) Learn More »

1780 REVOLUTIONARY WAR SATIRICAL “MACARONI” PRINT OF NEW MADE BRITISH OFFICERS BY MARY AND MATTHEW DARLY

1780 REVOLUTIONARY WAR SATIRICAL “MACARONI” PRINT OF NEW MADE BRITISH OFFICERS BY MARY AND MATTHEW DARLY

The Darlys were a rare husband and wife team of caricaturists and print-sellers, among their other substantial artistic endeavors and were part of the great trade in satirical prints on political and… (2024-350) Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $375.00

MODEL 1851 SWORD BELT PLATE FROM HARPERS FERRY ON A GREAT DISPLAY CARD

MODEL 1851 SWORD BELT PLATE FROM HARPERS FERRY ON A GREAT DISPLAY CARD

This sword belt plate, a very good example of an early pick-up, is mounted on a great old card typical of early relic displays labeled in brown ink, “Officers Belt Plate / battlefield of Harpers… (1202-196) Learn More »

CLASSIC YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN WITH A CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S HAT CORD

CLASSIC YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN WITH A CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S HAT CORD

An elegant powder horn with cream-colored body shading to a greenish brown toward the spout and classic York County form with domed base plug and parallel incised lines around circumference of the… (490-6902) Learn More »

$495.00
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NEAR FINE CONDITION COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY-NAVY RICHARDS-MASON CONVERSION, R.W. MEADE INSPECTION MARKS

NEAR FINE CONDITION COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY-NAVY RICHARDS-MASON CONVERSION, R.W. MEADE INSPECTION MARKS

This is a scarce U.S. martial pistol in unusually good condition- a Colt M1861 Navy revolver sent by the US Navy back to the Colt factory between 1873 and 1876 for alteration to .38 caliber metallic… (431-66) Learn More »

INSCRIBED AMES FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF LT. CHARLES H. TOBEY, 58th MASS, WIA SPOTSYLVANIA AND PETERSBURG; POW POPLAR GROVE CHURCH

INSCRIBED AMES FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF LT. CHARLES H. TOBEY, 58th MASS, WIA SPOTSYLVANIA AND PETERSBURG; POW POPLAR GROVE CHURCH

Charles Henry Tobey did three tours of duty during the war and this sword dates to his service as an officer, from January 1864 to muster out in July 1865, in the 58th Massachusetts, a regiment in the… (1052-1132) Learn More »

EXCELLENT CONDITION CIVIL WAR CAVALRY HARDEE HAT WITH HAT CORD, CROSSED SABERS, AND COMPANY LETTER

EXCELLENT CONDITION CIVIL WAR CAVALRY HARDEE HAT WITH HAT CORD, CROSSED SABERS, AND COMPANY LETTER

This is a just about mint condition M1858 Army Hat, perhaps better known as the Hardee or Jeff Davis hat. These derived from a pattern adopted by the new cavalry regiments of 1855, with dragoons and… (2024-1284) Learn More »

RECORD OF FEDERAL DEAD BURIED FROM LIBBY, BELLE ISLE, DANVILLE & CAMP LAWSON PRISONS AND AT CITY POINT, & IN THE FIELD BEFORE PETERSBURG & RICHMOND

RECORD OF FEDERAL DEAD BURIED FROM LIBBY, BELLE ISLE, DANVILLE & CAMP LAWSON PRISONS AND AT CITY POINT, & IN THE FIELD BEFORE PETERSBURG & RICHMOND

Published by the U.S. Christian Commission, Philadelphia, 1865. Gray Wraps, front cover & rear page detached, missing spine & rear covers. Else VG. In protective sleeve. … (1179-1767) Learn More »

U.S. M1839 WAIST BELT PLATE MARKED “W.H. SMITH BROOKLYN” – PICTURED IN O’DONNELL’S “GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELICS & SOUVENIRS” BOOK

U.S. M1839 WAIST BELT PLATE MARKED “W.H. SMITH BROOKLYN” – PICTURED IN O’DONNELL’S “GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELICS & SOUVENIRS” BOOK

This excavated Pattern 1839 US waist belt plate has a smooth brown patina on the face under some residual dirt. The oval brass face features a raised “US” and an old paper label “220”. The… (84-90) Learn More »

$595.00
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CIRCA WWI C. F. RUMMP & SONS COLLAPSIBLE CUP AND LEATHER CASE

CIRCA WWI C. F. RUMMP & SONS COLLAPSIBLE CUP AND LEATHER CASE

Attractive cup stands 2 ½” tall; the base is 2” in diameter.  Has folding handles and bears the Rumpp & Sons mark of a keystone with an “R” at center. Accompanying brown leather case… (160-510) Learn More »

$65.00
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WWII JAPANESE NCO SHOULDER STRAPS

WWII JAPANESE NCO SHOULDER STRAPS

Excellent condition; rank of Sergeant.  [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM.… (160-135) Learn More »

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN PRUSSIAN VETERAN’S RIBBON

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN PRUSSIAN VETERAN’S RIBBON

Ribbon itself is fraying and has some staining on it.  [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (160-506) Learn More »

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN 25 YEARS SERVICE MEDAL

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN 25 YEARS SERVICE MEDAL

Medal is missing ribbon but both rings are still present.  [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (160-522) Learn More »

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN 25 YEARS SERVICE MEDAL

WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN 25 YEARS SERVICE MEDAL

Medal is missing ribbon but both rings are still attached.  [gr][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH… (160-507) Learn More »

WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN UNISSUED PAIR OF LUFTWAFFE SIGNALS OFFICER COLLAR TABS

WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN UNISSUED PAIR OF LUFTWAFFE SIGNALS OFFICER COLLAR TABS

Tabs are unissued and are still held together by a string. The insignia consists of two flying gulls within a wreath on a saddle-brown cloth background outlined in twisted silver cord. The gulls and… (160-60) Learn More »

GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO UNISSUED SPORTS BADGE AWARD DOCUMENT

GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO UNISSUED SPORTS BADGE AWARD DOCUMENT

The document is more like a small pamphlet bound in leather and meas. approx. 4.25 x 5.75 inches. Brown leather front cover is embossed with a gold sports badge above the word “URKUNDE” or… (160-87) Learn More »

UNUSED GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO ARMY BREAST EAGLE

UNUSED GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO ARMY BREAST EAGLE

The German army originally adopted a slightly modified version of the NSDAP’s national eagle with instructions to have it applied to all steel helmets, visor caps, and tunics by May 1, 1934. The… (160-59) Learn More »

WORLD WAR TWO SCRAPBOOK CONTAINING 58 GERMAN NAVY INSIGNIA

WORLD WAR TWO SCRAPBOOK CONTAINING 58 GERMAN NAVY INSIGNIA

Scrap book is in poor to fair condition but the insignia glued inside it are excellent. The book itself meas. approx. 8.00 x 10.50 inches with manilla paper pages that have darkened and weakened with… (160-70) Learn More »

BUST VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK OFFICER IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES

BUST VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK OFFICER IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES

CDV is of Jirah I. Young in a medium-colored civilian suit with a black felt collar, white shirt and dark bowtie. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount has clipped corners and the paper has some… (1179-1910) Learn More »

FULL STANDING VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK SOLDIER WITH DOUBLE PERIOD INK ID

FULL STANDING VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK SOLDIER WITH DOUBLE PERIOD INK ID

CDV is of Jacob Kent posed with one arm resting on a balustrade and the other holding his dark slouch hat by his side. He wears a dark sack coat buttoned to the throat and light-colored… (1179-1909) Learn More »

NICE PERIOD INK ID SEATED VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK OFFICER WEARING MOURNING BADGE

NICE PERIOD INK ID SEATED VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK OFFICER WEARING MOURNING BADGE

CDV is of Isaac Jelliff posed with his kepi, complete with 20th Corps badge, resting in his lap. He wears a dark frock coat with 1st lieutenant’s shoulder straps, vest and trousers with the thin… (1179-1908) Learn More »

CHEST-UP VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK COLONEL BY BRADY

CHEST-UP VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK COLONEL BY BRADY

CDV is a chest-up image of Horace Boughton in the uniform of a brigadier general. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount and paper are also in good condition, however the paper has a small area at… (1179-1906) Learn More »

FULL STANDING VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK OFFICER

FULL STANDING VIEW OF 143RD NEW YORK OFFICER

CDV is of Dwight Divine posed with his hands clasped in front of him. He is dressed all in dark blue. He wears a frock coat with 1st lieutenant’s shoulder straps, vest and trousers with the thin… (1179-1907) Learn More »

FULL STANDING VIEW OF 34TH & 24TH MASSACHUSETTS CORPORAL BY RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER

FULL STANDING VIEW OF 34TH & 24TH MASSACHUSETTS CORPORAL BY RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER

CDV is of James G. Bigelow who served in both the 34th and 24th Massachusetts Infantry. Bigelow is posed with one hand resting on the back of a chair with his forage cap resting on the seat. He wears… (1179-1934) Learn More »

CDV GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER BY BRADY

CDV GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER BY BRADY

Carte de visite, Brady photo of Butler in elaborate uniform with kepi in hand.  E. & H.T. Anthony b/m. Facing to the right. Photo has very good contrast. Trimmed mount. Benjamin Franklin Butler… (490-6200SS) Learn More »

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Carte de visite, oval bust etching of Butler in civilian clothes. Facing to the left. Artistic gold framing. Printed at bottom, "MAJ. GEN. B. F. BUTLER, Ship Island, Gulf of Mexico" along with… (490-6200HH) Learn More »

UNION FIRST CORPS DOCUMENT—SPECIAL ORDERS NO. 29

UNION FIRST CORPS DOCUMENT—SPECIAL ORDERS NO. 29

Dated “Headquarters 1st Army Corps / February 5th, 1863.”  2 pp. in ink, 7.75” x 12.75. Exhibits fold-marks, slight chipping along left margin. Also occasional slight smudging of ink.  Else VG… (2023-2045) Learn More »

ENFIELD LOCKPLATE AND HAMMER FROM BENNER’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

ENFIELD LOCKPLATE AND HAMMER FROM BENNER’S HILL, GETTYSBURG – KEN BREAM COLLECTION

Here is a relic condition lockplate and hammer from an Enfield rifle. Recovered from Benner’s Hill by Ken Bream. This iron piece is in rusty, relic condition, but the working components on the back… (224-769) Learn More »

TIFFANY CIVIL WAR OHIO VETERAN VOLUNTEER’S MEDAL OF SERGEANT AND SECOND LIEUTENANT JOSIAH BROWN, 1st OHIO LIGHT ARTILLERY

TIFFANY CIVIL WAR OHIO VETERAN VOLUNTEER’S MEDAL OF SERGEANT AND SECOND LIEUTENANT JOSIAH BROWN, 1st OHIO LIGHT ARTILLERY

These bronze medals were authorized by the State of Ohio specifically for veteran volunteers, those soldiers from the state who had reenlisted for an additional term of service. Some 20,000 were… (844-06) Learn More »

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN MEDAL OF SERGEANT JAMES W. STANLEY, COMPANY B, 3rd BATTALION, MASS. RIFLEMEN

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN MEDAL OF SERGEANT JAMES W. STANLEY, COMPANY B, 3rd BATTALION, MASS. RIFLEMEN

Authorized in 1902, these two-piece bronze medals consists of a rectangular pin-back bar reading “MASSACHUSETTS MINUTE MEN OF 1861” and a circular drop with the  Seal of the State of… (844-22) Learn More »

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN MEDAL OF SERGEANT JAMES W. STANLEY, COMPANY B, 3rd BATTALION, MASS. RIFLEMEN

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN MEDAL OF SERGEANT JAMES W. STANLEY, COMPANY B, 3rd BATTALION, MASS. RIFLEMEN

Authorized in 1902, approximately 3,800 of these two-piece bronze medals were struck to honor Massachusetts’ first responders, stamped on the rim with the soldier’s name, rank, and unit and… (844-21) Learn More »

BOOK – FIELD ARTILLERY PROJECTILES OF THE CIVIL WAR 1861-1865 BY KERKSIS & DICKEY

BOOK – FIELD ARTILLERY PROJECTILES OF THE CIVIL WAR 1861-1865 BY KERKSIS & DICKEY

First edition, hardcover signed by both authors. Limited to 500 numbered copies, this is #303. Text clean and unmarked; 307 pages, 8.5” x 11”. The binding is tight and square. Cover is bright and… (2024-1206) Learn More »

EXCELLENT GERMAN KAR-98k MADE IN 1938

EXCELLENT GERMAN KAR-98k MADE IN 1938

Very nice example of an uncommon prewar issue Kar-98k service rifle made in 1938.  Principal markings include: “4838e” (serial number); “S/27” (manufacturer’s code); “Mod. 98” (model);… (2024-1306) Learn More »

TIPTON STEREO VIEW #602 - MODEL OF MEADE EQUESTRIAN STATUE AT GETTYSBURG

TIPTON STEREO VIEW #602 - MODEL OF MEADE EQUESTRIAN STATUE AT GETTYSBURG

Caption reads "Model for the Meade statue by Bailley." This equestrian monument sits just east of Hancock Ave. Yellow mount. A super nice card. Good detail. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS… (P12828) Learn More »

$20.00
Originally $75.00

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT OF CAPTAIN PHARES WALDO  SHEARER, 45th MISSISSIPPI, WITH 28-PAGE REMINSCENCES AND VETERAN’S BADGE- HE EXCHANGED SALUTES WITH THE WOUNDED JOHN BELL HOOD AT CHICKAMAUGA

IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT OF CAPTAIN PHARES WALDO SHEARER, 45th MISSISSIPPI, WITH 28-PAGE REMINSCENCES AND VETERAN’S BADGE- HE EXCHANGED SALUTES WITH THE WOUNDED JOHN BELL HOOD AT CHICKAMAUGA

This coat came directly out of the family along with a reunion badge and type-written copy of the officer’s 1906 reminiscences. The coat was formerly in the collection of Steve Mullinax, is… (1179-179) Learn More »

“THE MARCH OF THE SOUTHERN MAN”—PIANO SHEET MUSIC

“THE MARCH OF THE SOUTHERN MAN”—PIANO SHEET MUSIC

By JulIian A. Selby.  Lithographed and published by Geo. Dunn & Compy., Columbia, S.C., 1863.  3 pp., 9.25”  x 12.  Song features three verses, to be sung played “Moderato”in 6/8 waltz… (1179-1794) Learn More »

$75.00
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CIVIL WAR NORTH CAROLINA STATE SEAL BUTTON WITH STAR BACKMARK, TRACES OF SILVER

CIVIL WAR NORTH CAROLINA STATE SEAL BUTTON WITH STAR BACKMARK, TRACES OF SILVER

Civil War North Carolina state seal button with “NORTH CAROLINA” along the top edge and figures of Liberty and Plenty at center. Unmarked, but with small single star in the channel on the back.… (2024-703) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PERIOD COMBINATION FORK, KNIFE AND SPOON MESS SET

CIVIL WAR PERIOD COMBINATION FORK, KNIFE AND SPOON MESS SET

Mess gear was usually supplied to soldiers through the recruiting agencies and takes a number of forms, usually all cheap. A soldier or his loved ones might suppose he needed something better and… (1211-55) Learn More »

SICKLES AND COMPANY, ST. LOUIS, CAP BOX

SICKLES AND COMPANY, ST. LOUIS, CAP BOX

As a western military contractor, James B. Sickles and Company often escape notice, but with experience making saddlery dating back to the early 1840s they produced substantial numbers of… (2024-691) Learn More »

US M1910 BOLO KNIFE AND SCABBARD BY SPRINGFIELD

US M1910 BOLO KNIFE AND SCABBARD BY SPRINGFIELD

This is a very good example of the M1910 bolo knife issued to aid in cutting through undergrowth, partially inspired by its experiences in “Uncle Sam’s Little Wars” of the late 1800s and early… (169-668) Learn More »

1848 DATED MEXICAN WAR 10th US INFANTRY AMES PRESENTATION SWORD OF CAPT. JOSEPH A. YARD

1848 DATED MEXICAN WAR 10th US INFANTRY AMES PRESENTATION SWORD OF CAPT. JOSEPH A. YARD

This sword bears a wonderful inscription and was presented to a Captain in the 10th US Infantry by men of the regiment after their return home from the Mexican War. The sword has a gilt brass… (1052-1129) Learn More »

PRESENTATION M1840 MEDICAL STAFF SWORD OF JOHN T. WALKER, 25th INDIANA, PRAISED IN OFFICIAL REPORTS FOR ACTIONS AT FORT DONELSON AND SHILOH

PRESENTATION M1840 MEDICAL STAFF SWORD OF JOHN T. WALKER, 25th INDIANA, PRAISED IN OFFICIAL REPORTS FOR ACTIONS AT FORT DONELSON AND SHILOH

This sword is an interesting version of the US Model 1840 Medical Staff sword and has a great presentation on the obverse langet by the commissioned officers of the 25th Indiana to Surgeon John T.… (1052-1128) Learn More »

MARYLAND 1812 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD – STAMPED “M” ON SPINE

MARYLAND 1812 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD – STAMPED “M” ON SPINE

This is an 1812 style cavalry saber with accompanying scabbard. The 34" blade is curved and has a slightly clipped point. The blade has no maker or inspector marks. The spine features a clearly… (490-3559) Learn More »

P.S. JUSTICE RIFLE MUSKET

P.S. JUSTICE RIFLE MUSKET

This a very good example of the .69 caliber rifle musket made in Philadelphia by P.S. Justice at the beginning of the Civil War. The mounts are brass: nose cap, three convex, clamping barrel bands,… (1179-086) Learn More »

1864 DATED SPRINGFIELD M1863 TYPE-2 RIFLE MUSKET: AKA MODEL 1864: CLEAR MARKINGS, CARTOUCHES

1864 DATED SPRINGFIELD M1863 TYPE-2 RIFLE MUSKET: AKA MODEL 1864: CLEAR MARKINGS, CARTOUCHES

This is a very good example of the Springfield Model 1864 Rifle Musket, still known among collectors also as the Model 1863 Type-2 since the changes it incorporates were authorized in November 1863,… (490-4621) Learn More »

LITHOGRAPH CDV OF WAR OF 1812 OFFICER - CAPTAIN JOHN BUTLER OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

LITHOGRAPH CDV OF WAR OF 1812 OFFICER - CAPTAIN JOHN BUTLER OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

CDV dates from the 1870’s and depicts Butler in the uniform of an American officer wearing a high collared coatee with cloth epaulettes, a high collard white shirt and leather neck stock. Reverse… (490-6200XX) Learn More »

BUST VIEW OF LIEUTENANT HASWELL C. CLARK OF GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER’S STAFF

BUST VIEW OF LIEUTENANT HASWELL C. CLARK OF GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER’S STAFF

CDV is a bust view of Clark in a dark frock coat with a black felt collar. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount and paper have light to moderate surface dirt. Reverse has a photographer’s… (490-6200U) Learn More »

SEATED VIEW OF LIEUTENANT HASWELL C. CLARK OF GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER’S STAFF

SEATED VIEW OF LIEUTENANT HASWELL C. CLARK OF GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER’S STAFF

CDV is a three-quarter seated view of Clark posed with his Model 1850 foot officer’s sword cradled in his lap. He wears a dark frock coat with 2nd lieutenant’s shoulder straps and matching dark… (490-6200T) Learn More »

NICE CLEAN CDV OF ALFRED F. PUFFER OF GENERAL BEN BUTLER’S STAFF

NICE CLEAN CDV OF ALFRED F. PUFFER OF GENERAL BEN BUTLER’S STAFF

Image shows Puffer from the waist up. He wears a dark frock coat with 1st lieutenant’s shoulder straps. The coat has a black felt collar and is only buttoned at the waist and midriff leaving the… (490-6200R) Learn More »

BUST VIEW CDV OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

BUST VIEW CDV OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Carte de visite photo by Gurney & Son, New York. Bust view of Butler in uniform. Three-quarter view facing to the right. Good contrast. Benjamin Franklin Butler (November 5, 1818 – January 11,… (490-6200RR) Learn More »

SEATED CDV OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER IN CIVILIAN DRESS

SEATED CDV OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER IN CIVILIAN DRESS

Carte de visite, very faded back mark of Frederick's & Co. New York and Habana. Corners trimmed. Seated view of Butler in civilian clothes with top hat in hand. Three-quarter view facing to the… (490-6199B) Learn More »

BOOK, “CIVIL WAR CAVALRY & ARTILLERY SABERS” BY THILLMANN

BOOK, “CIVIL WAR CAVALRY & ARTILLERY SABERS” BY THILLMANN

Out of print and a highly sought after reference by collectors, this is the ultimate guide to sabers of the Civil War. This huge resource is easily the most important sword book written in decades,… (1254-13) Learn More »

NINTH PLATE TINTYPE OF MARINE CORPS OFFICER

NINTH PLATE TINTYPE OF MARINE CORPS OFFICER

Seated photo of officer from waist up. Image is clear with good contrast, but has several small spots of emulsion missing around the head. None actually affect the image however. Identified as a… (2024-372) Learn More »

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL MARKED M1859 CAVALRY SPUR FROM WILDERNESS

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL MARKED M1859 CAVALRY SPUR FROM WILDERNESS

Offered here is a single, excavated U.S. Model 1859 brass spur. This style is without a gutter on the inside or the floral motif on the base of the neck. It is, however, stamped “ALLEGHENY /… (1254-76) Learn More »

$195.00
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US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM ANTIETAM

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM ANTIETAM

Excavated US cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Brass stamped face featuring central “US”.  Full lead on reverse with one of the iron loops remaining. Tag on… (595-2002) Learn More »

THE LAST ROAD NORTH: A GUIDE TO THE GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN, 1863

THE LAST ROAD NORTH: A GUIDE TO THE GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN, 1863

Orrison, Robert and Dan Welch. Savas Beatie, 2016. Softcover, 6x9”.  192 pp, with photos and 17 maps. “I thought my men were invincible,” admitted Robert E. Lee. A string of battlefield… (ST501159) Learn More »

 FINE REMINGTON TYPE-1 SPLIT-BREECH CARBINE

FINE REMINGTON TYPE-1 SPLIT-BREECH CARBINE

The split breech Remington carbine is the precursor of the rolling block action, which for a time played a major role in the international military arms market. This was the first Remington arm using… (490-6797) Learn More »

KITTREDGE MARKED FRANK WESSON DOUBLE-TRIGGER .44 CARBINE #4328

KITTREDGE MARKED FRANK WESSON DOUBLE-TRIGGER .44 CARBINE #4328

The Wesson is a scarce military carbine, made in .44 rimfire and sold mainly through gun dealers Kittredge and Company, of Cincinnati, to Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Kansas and Missouri for issue to… (1219-36) Learn More »

$1,295.00
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G.A.R. CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S SLOUCH HAT

G.A.R. CIVIL WAR VETERAN’S SLOUCH HAT

The largest of the Civil War veterans’ organizations, the Grand Army of the Republic had its own uniform regulations, specifications for swords and equipment, badges, etc. Headgear usually took the… (1240-17) Learn More »

$550.00
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51st NY ID’D NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN

51st NY ID’D NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN

This is a real, issued and field-used Civil War canteen, nicely identified by the soldier by carving his name, “F. Howard,” in the spout, something of A necessity if you wanted to get your own… (149-38) Learn More »

$625.00
Originally $695.00
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OLD LEATHER WALLET

OLD LEATHER WALLET

Wallet is made of brown leather and is of the usual tri-fold style. Measures 7.5” x 4” when folded. A 1” leather strap wraps around to hold it closed. Edges are tooled. When opened, the middle… (2024-1254) Learn More »

$30.00
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RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- GETTYSBURG

RELIC U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- GETTYSBURG

This excavated plate has a brass face with smooth brown patina and a little dirt. The detail on the eagle is good. The reverse has 99% of the lead fill. Both iron hooks have rusted away. Plate marked… (84-92) Learn More »

$450.00
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VETERAN’S GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR FROM “THE DEVILS MINE” - PICTURED IN O'DONNELL'S "GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELICS & SOUVENIRS"

VETERAN’S GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR FROM “THE DEVILS MINE” - PICTURED IN O'DONNELL'S "GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELICS & SOUVENIRS"

Offered here is a Gettysburg veteran’s souvenir from a return visit to the battlefield, seen on page 120 of O'Donnell's book. A small handmade cloth pouch with button closure, measures about 3” x… (84-86) Learn More »

RELIC U.S. MARTINGALE PLATE – RAIL ROAD CUT, GETTYSBURG

RELIC U.S. MARTINGALE PLATE – RAIL ROAD CUT, GETTYSBURG

This excavated plate has a brass face with a somewhat crusty surface over a green patina. The plate retains its “heart” shape but has a few wrinkles along bottom edge. The reverse has about 75% of… (84-91) Learn More »

$450.00
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OFFICER AND SERGEANT’S GROUP OF EFFINGHAM VANDERBURGH, 56th NY – “TENTH LEGION” – AND 1st NEW YORK ENGINEERS

OFFICER AND SERGEANT’S GROUP OF EFFINGHAM VANDERBURGH, 56th NY – “TENTH LEGION” – AND 1st NEW YORK ENGINEERS

This group consists of four pieces belonging to an early-war Lieutenant in the 56th New York Volunteers who re-enlisted later to serve as an enlisted man in the 1st New York Engineers. The group… (2024-354) Learn More »

COLT ARMY .44 MANUFACTURED IN 1862 IN VERY GOOD CONDITION

COLT ARMY .44 MANUFACTURED IN 1862 IN VERY GOOD CONDITION

This Colt Army .44 Cal. Revolver has matching serial numbers, 39726, dating its manufacture to 1862, and rates very good or a bit better for condition. It is complete and all original, with tight fit… (2023-3069) Learn More »

GETTYSBURG CAP BOX WITH DANNER PAINTED NUMBER, EX-LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM

GETTYSBURG CAP BOX WITH DANNER PAINTED NUMBER, EX-LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM

This is a classic early to mid-war Union army cap box that came out of the Lee’s Headquarters Museum here in town and bears a white inventory number showing its ultimate origin to be Joel Danner,… (286-1333) Learn More »

$895.00
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CONFEDERATE / MILITIA STYLE TIN DRUM CANTEEN

CONFEDERATE / MILITIA STYLE TIN DRUM CANTEEN

For details on this and similar patterns see O’Donnell, Canteens, Chapter 2 in particular. This is a simply made canteen using tinned sheet iron and was popular in prewar militia units, imitating… (2024-693) Learn More »

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

CDV ETCHING OF GEN. BENJAMIN BUTLER

Carte de visite, favorable etching of Butler in uniform. Forward facing bust pose. Trimmed mount. Simple back mark of JOSEPH WARD, BOSTON. Etching has very good contrast with fine details. Benjamin… (490-6200FF) Learn More »

NICE THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF A US NAVY COMMANDER

NICE THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF A US NAVY COMMANDER

The unidentified subject is posed cradling a very fine presentation grade Model 1852 Naval Officer’s sword. The subject wears a dark double-breasted frock coat open from the midriff to the collar… (160-567) Learn More »

US CIVIL WAR NAVAL ENGINEER OFFICER

US CIVIL WAR NAVAL ENGINEER OFFICER

CDV is a full standing view of an unidentified US Navy Engineering officer. He stands leaning on the post of balustrade which holds his cap with engineer insignia in a wreath on the front of the… (160-434) Learn More »

BUST VIEW OF A UNION OFFICER BY BRADY

BUST VIEW OF A UNION OFFICER BY BRADY

CDV is an unidentified bust view of a Union lieutenant or captain. He wears a dark single-breasted frock coat with shoulder straps that are barely visible due to the image being a vignette… (160-547) Learn More »

LITHOGRAPHED CDV OF THE COMMANDER OF THE USS MONITOR – JOHN WORDEN

LITHOGRAPHED CDV OF THE COMMANDER OF THE USS MONITOR – JOHN WORDEN

Image is a chest-up view of Worden in Naval uniform. Contrast and clarity are passable. Mount has light edge dirt. Paper is good. Bottom of mount has printed caption “LIEUT. WORDEN.”  Then in… (1228-11) Learn More »

CDV ETCHING OF COL. GEORGE D. WELLS, 34TH MASS. INFANTRY

CDV ETCHING OF COL. GEORGE D. WELLS, 34TH MASS. INFANTRY

Printed etching of George Duncan Wells. Clear image and “signature” with gold rule border. No backmark. Card remains in fine condition. Wells entered the Civil War almost immediately after the… (490-6182) Learn More »

COMMERCIAL CIVIL WAR SEWING KIT, SOLDIER’S “HOUSEWIFE”

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… (1202-128) Learn More »

WOODEN MALLET MADE FROM A BULLET IN WOOD FROM DEVIL’S DEN – LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION

WOODEN MALLET MADE FROM A BULLET IN WOOD FROM DEVIL’S DEN – LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION

Accompanied by an old handwritten tag reading, “Mallet made from wood containing bullet found in the vicinity of Devil’s Den”. Also accompanied by a plastic museum tag reading, “Mallet made… (2024-1282) Learn More »

CA 1840 U.S. MILITIA OFFICER’S INDIAN PRINCESS POMMEL SWORD BY HORSTMANN AND SONS, PHILADELPHIA

CA 1840 U.S. MILITIA OFFICER’S INDIAN PRINCESS POMMEL SWORD BY HORSTMANN AND SONS, PHILADELPHIA

The Indian Princess figural pommel was popular US sword motif between 1821 and 1850 by most dating. This one is nicely marked on the scabbard by Horstmann and Sons of Philadelphia and likely dates to… (1240-09) Learn More »


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VERY RARE 1834 ENGINEER AND MEDICAL STAFF SWORD BY HENRY BOKER, BELONGING TO BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL JOHN HENDRICKSON, WHO LOST A LEG AT FREDERICKSBURG, 83rd NEW YORK VOLS (9th NYSM) AND 13th V.R.C.

New patterns of swords for the U.S. army were developed from 1832 to 1834. This elegant smallsword pattern (variously called by collectors the 1832 or 1834 pattern) was designated for officers of Engineers and Medical Staff (and Pay Department as… (870-325). Learn More »

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