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A bust-length vignette carte de visite of Harvey Fisher of Philadelphia. He wears an officer's frock coat with first lieutenant's shoulder straps and a large, loosely tied cravat, and he has side… (1323-30) Learn More »
A seated, three-quarter view carte de visite of John Huidekoper of Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. He wears a single-breasted officer's frock coat with lieutenant's shoulder straps and a watch chain,… (1323-27) Learn More »
A full-standing carte de visite of Colonel Seneca Galusha Simmons, a West Point graduate (Class of 1834) and career Regular Army officer. Simmons poses beside a draped column in a double-breasted… (1323-23) Learn More »
Offered here is a group of three old iron trivets. All are made of cast iron, and are household tools used to press and flatten clothing before the invention of electric irons. Old "sad iron”… (2022-2354) Learn More »
This is a three-piece white metal ladder badge identified to Private Adam Smith of Company B, 153rd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. The top bar has a pin back and decorative scroll ends, and it’s… (1337-01) Learn More »
$550.00
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This is a six-shot, 12mm pinfire revolver of the Lefaucheux Model 1858 pattern, the design that brought the self-contained metallic cartridge into wide military use. It has a round barrel with a blade… (2025-3100) Learn More »
The Confederate T-51 note is a $20 banknote issued by the Confederate States of America during the Civil War. This printing was authorized under the Act of October 13, 1862, and dated December 2,… (2026-2358) Learn More »
Offered here is a War Department Form No. 27, "List of Quartermaster's Stores, &c.," recording the transfer of army animals at Frederick, Maryland, on July 9, 1863, six days after the close of the… (1315-163) Learn More »
$50.00
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Offered here is a War Department Form No. 27, "List of Quartermaster's Stores, &c.," recording a large transfer of wagons, horses, and harness at Frederick, Maryland, on July 7, 1863, just four… (1315-162) Learn More »
$50.00
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It is certain that a quantity of "Modele 1773 Fusil D'Infanterie" were imported into the colonies during the Revolutionary War. This bayonet is in "attic" condition with a heavy patina. The socket is… (1329-11) Learn More »
This exceptionally rare link to the nation’s founding was initially acquired by Dr. Robley Dunglison. Doctor Dunglison was Jefferson’s personal physician and the attending physician at the time… (1305-29) Learn More »
$295.00
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This matted display holds several strands of George Washington's hair from a lock with a documented line of descent through Alexander Hamilton's family. The strands are sealed beneath a small clear… (1305-20) Learn More »
$295.00
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This is a leather sling for use with Civil War-era rifle muskets. This is a Pattern 1857 musket sling which was originally designed for the US Model 1855 rifle musket, and subsequently saw use with… (2024-1196) Learn More »
$195.00
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This privately manufactured sword copy is modeled after the Ames Model 1832 U.S. Foot Artilleryman's short sword. This specimen was produced or retailed by Moller of New York. It is marked on both… (870-634) Learn More »
This is a well-modeled figural clay pipe bowl in the form of a Zouave soldier's head. The bowl opens through the crown of his red-orange fez. He has a full blond moustache and beard, blue eyes, rosy… (1329-16) Learn More »
Partly-printed discharge certificate, one page, issued to Private Alfred W. Bird of Company H, 61st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, completed in manuscript and signed by his company commander, Capt.… (2023-483) Learn More »
Autograph letter, 3pp on lined stationery, written from West Liberty, Ohio, November 27, 1864 (with a postscript dated November 30, 1864), addressed to "Mr. G.W. Williams" and signed by a cousin… (2023-1213) Learn More »
$100.00
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This is a scarce late-war Confederate document issued from the Adjutant and Inspector General's Office in Richmond. It is dated March 30, 1865, just days before the evacuation of Richmond and the… (1309-442) Learn More »
This is a nice example of the Colt Open-Top Pocket Revolver, Colt's answer to the popular Smith & Wesson rimfire pocket revolvers of the post-Civil War era. Introduced in 1871, these little… (1309-143) Learn More »
Clipped signature, "Wm Mahone, Virginia." Confederate hero of the Crater; postwar railroad magnate and U.S. Senator. Light toning. [ss][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH… (2026-1768) Learn More »
Signature on a printed autograph slip ("Write Autograph Below With Black Ink"), "Danl Butterfield, Maj. Genl." Medal of Honor recipient credited with composing "Taps." Crisp signature, clean slip. … (2026-1767) Learn More »
$175.00
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Clipped signature with rank line, "David D. Porter, Vice Adm'l." Hero of the Mississippi River campaigns and Fort Fisher; later Admiral of the Navy. Light surface soiling. … (2026-1766) Learn More »
$100.00
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Clipped signature, "E. Kirby Smith." Confederate full general; commanded the Trans-Mississippi Department and was among the last to surrender, June 1865. Bold, clean ink on light card. … (2026-1765) Learn More »
Clipped signature, "Geo. W. Getty, Col. 3rd Artillery, Bvt. Maj. Gen. U.S.A." Career artilleryman who led a VI Corps division from the Wilderness to Appomattox. Closing-line fragment above; light… (2026-1764) Learn More »
Four-page autograph letter signed "Hayne Davis," headed "Statesville - August 10th, 63," to "My dear Miss Satterfield." Davis wrote it five weeks after the battle to the sister of Capt. Edward… (557-281) Learn More »
$675.00
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Offered is a finely hand-carved figural pipe, the bowl formed as the bust of a Zouave soldier. The carver has given real attention to the details: deeply cut, flowing hair and whiskers, the collar of… (1329-24) Learn More »
$295.00
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A nicely hand-carved figural pipe bowl formed as the bust of a Zouave soldier. The carving shows good detail throughout: crisply cut, windswept hair and whiskers, the collar of the distinctive Zouave… (1329-25) Learn More »
$135.00
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This is a nice example of a W.W. Marston bar hammer pistol, a compact single-shot percussion pocket pistol made in New York City in the years before the Civil War. William W. Marston was a well-known… (172-6142) Learn More »
$500.00
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This is an attractive example of a European pinfire pepperbox revolver made by Fraikin. Pocket arms like this were popular in Europe, and many also found their way to America during the Civil War era.… (2025-3104) Learn More »
A lively original watercolor of a camp dance among Union Zouaves, executed in a bold, naive hand and signed at lower right "Wm. H. Monk" in red-brown ink. The scene is set before a row of canvas wedge… (557-280) Learn More »
$650.00
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This is an attractive example of the Colt Open-Top Pocket Revolver, Colt's answer to the popular Smith & Wesson rimfire pocket revolvers of the post-Civil War era. Introduced in 1871, these little… (172-6011) Learn More »
This is a solid, honest example of the Remington-Rider Pocket Revolver, one of the more distinctive percussion pocket pistols of the Civil War era. Based on the patents of Joseph Rider, these little… (490-4434) Learn More »
$850.00
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This is a standard U.S. Model 1855 socket bayonet with its Pattern of 1859 leather scabbard. It came from the relic collection of the Peter Miller Post #551 of the Grand Army of the Republic in York… (1202-1028) Learn More »
Whiskey jug with beautifully engraved initials "T J H" on one side and a floral spray on the other. This piece was made by the Dorflinger factory in White Mills, PA around 1870. Dorflinger was one… (1239-162) Learn More »
$125.00
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A historical souvenir paperweight made by the Gillinder Glass Co. of Philadelphia in 1876 at the Centennial Exposition. Gillinder erected a glass furnace at the exposition and made these as… (1239-163) Learn More »
$50.00
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Here is a good example of a cavalry carbine socket a.k.a. ‘thimble’ or ‘boot’ used by cavalrymen during the Civil War and well into the 1880s. This small (2 ¼” high) flared and cylindrical… (1202-2432) Learn More »
$35.00
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U.S. Model 1836 single-shot martial flintlock pistol, the lock plate stamped forward of the cock with an eagle device above the three-line marking "A. WATERS / MILBURY, MS / 1837." The Model 1836 was… (856-12) Learn More »
This is a complete U.S. Pattern 1861 cartridge box for .69 caliber ammunition. It still has its "US" oval box plate and both original tin liners. The box is made of black bridle leather and is sewn… (141-223) Learn More »
This comes from the artillery section of an older collection we are handling, much of which was acquired from the famous Bannerman military surplus operation in the early 1960s after it had shut its… (2026-9230) Learn More »
$75.00
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This comes from the artillery section of an older collection we are handling, much of which was acquired from the famous Bannerman military surplus operation after it had shut its New York City store… (2026-9234) Learn More »
$39.50
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This comes from the artillery section of an older collection we are handling, much of which was acquired from the famous Bannerman military surplus operation after it had shut its New York City store… (2026-9233) Learn More »
This tool is illustrated in Arms and Equipment of the Union as a wooden fuze plug auger. These are understood by most collectors to be used simply to ream out wood fuze plugs, commonly used in… (2026-9004) Learn More »
This is postwar US artillery sponge cover made of heavy canvas with a strap at top as a handle and knotted cord running along the bottom to tie it over the sponge head of an artillery rammer/sponge… (2026-9420) Learn More »
$50.00
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The model 1858 canteen was the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. The canteen measures approximately 7 ¾” in diameter. It is covered in brown jean cloth wool. The cover is mostly… (490-5330) Learn More »
Offered here is a War Department Form No. 27, "List of Quartermaster's Stores, &c.," documenting thirty-nine worn-out cavalry horses turned in by the 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry at Frederick,… (1315-129) Learn More »
$50.00
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Shipped by Rail from Philadelphia to the Army of the Potomac at Frederick, Maryland, July 8, 1863 Offered here is a printed "List of Quartermaster's Stores" documenting fresh horses rushed by rail to… (1315-63) Learn More »
$75.00
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A scarce piece of United States Colored Troops paperwork that shows the Army's bureaucracy trying, and struggling, to account for the death of one Black soldier. The front is a printed War Department,… (2023-2613) Learn More »
$45.00
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Offered here is an 1862 document signed twice and endorsed by John F. Miller, an Indiana officer who rose from regimental colonel to brevet major general and twice shed his blood leading his men from… (2023-466) Learn More »
$95.00
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Offered here is a scarce four-page printed circular issued by the War Department on September 16, 1861, setting out the rules for gaining admission to the United States Military Academy at West Point.… (462-394) Learn More »
$95.00
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This is the iron swivel and snap hook that was on the carbine shoulder belt. They attached to all carbines via a sliding ring found on the left side of all military carbines. Overall length is 8.5”… (2026-2309) Learn More »
$65.00
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U.S. Model 1885 carbine boot of black harness leather, seamed and riveted, with a wide keeper band at the upper body carrying a buckle and tongue strap, a long russet-brown attachment strap riveted at… (1202-2425) Learn More »
$150.00
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A scarce pre-Civil War U.S. Dragoon horseshoe pouch of the type carried with the Model 1847 Grimsley saddle. The Grimsley horse equipments, adopted following the December 1847 report of the Board of… (1202-2427) Learn More »
$250.00
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A complete two-piece Civil War soldier's eating set made under William H. Richards' patent of July 23, 1861 (U.S. Patent No. 32,916), this example carrying the additional stamp of the Boston cutler F.… (1202-2417) Learn More »
In 1861, Colt officially introduced two new pocket model revolvers in caliber .36. These two new models were known as the Model 1862 Police and the Model 1862 Pocket Navy; neither were earmarked for… (2026-2047) Learn More »
$975.00
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Image shows George H. Hubbard posed with his arms crossed across his chest leaning against a column where his forage cap rests. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with major or lieutenant… (P13798) Learn More »
$130.00
Originally $175.00
Bust view wearing civilian clothing, and a humdinger of a moustache. Printed on a label attached at the bottom of the image is “J. H. WHICHER, Co. E.” Period ink inscription on reverse, partially… (P13789) Learn More »
$60.00
Originally $80.00
Bust view wearing civilian clothing. Printed on a label attached at the bottom of the image is “WILLIAM ROBINSON, Co. E.”; “Serg’t.” is written in period ink in front of the name. Pair of… (P13787) Learn More »
$60.00
Originally $80.00
Bust view wearing civilian clothing. Printed at the bottom of the image is “JOHN A. DRUMMER, Co. A.” Period ink on reverse: “John A. Drummer / Co. A. 2nd N.H.Vol. / Keene N.H. / Died Dec. 9,… (P13781) Learn More »
$115.00
Originally $150.00
Bust view wearing civilian clothing. Printed at the bottom of the image is “JONAS FORRISTALL, Co. A.” Period ink on reverse: “Jonas Forrestall / Fitzwilliam N.H. / Co. A, 2d N.H.V. / died Oct.… (P13780) Learn More »
$175.00
Originally $225.00
CDV is of Letcher wearing a dark suit jacket with a black vest with white dots, white shirt and dark bowtie. With his glasses and stern expression he looks more like a schoolmaster than a… (1139-416) Learn More »
$85.00
Originally $125.00
Carte de visite photograph of Cheatham in uniform. Chest up view wearing dark double-breasted frock with collar and shoulder insignia visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Mount remains in… (1139-267) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
Carte de visite photograph appears to be of a portrait Johnston in uniform. Waist up view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Mount… (1139-266) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
Carte de visite photograph of Johnston in uniform. Oval waist up view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Plain mount. Photographer's… (1139-263) Learn More »
$250.00
Originally $375.00
Carte de visite second generation photograph of Davis. Standing studio view. This is a second generation photo and the bottom edge of the original image is clearly seen in this copy. Image is clear… (1139-260) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
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Carte de visite photograph of Fitz Lee in uniform. Chest up view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia visible; very long beard overall. Image is clear with very good contrast. Mount… (1139-254) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
A solid wrought- and cast-iron bar shot of the cylindrical-head form, comprising two drum-shaped heads united by a single rigid bar. Bar shot — "dismantling shot" — was anti-rigging ordnance fired… (1298-21) Learn More »
$1,395.00
Originally $1,850.00
Iron bar shot of the classic two-headed ("dumbbell") form: a pair of solid cast-iron spheres joined by a heavy central bar. USE: Bar shot was first and foremost an anti-rigging round. In a naval… (1298-20) Learn More »
$1,395.00
Originally $1,850.00
This specialized staff weapon was used primarily to ignite the charge in pieces of artillery. The two lateral projections ending in eagles' heads are actually clips designed to hold the smoldering… (1298-13) Learn More »
$1,100.00
Originally $1,250.00
The spontoon is a spear pointed pole arm. These were carried by lower-ranking officers and NCOs in European and Colonial infantry units in the 18th century. They served principally as an instrument… (1298-12) Learn More »
$1,395.00
Originally $1,750.00
The halberd was an axe surmounted by a spear. The spontoon was the spear pointed device or a halberd without the axe. These polearms were carried by lower-ranking officers and NCOs in European and… (1298-09) Learn More »
$1,450.00
Originally $1,850.00
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Autograph letter signed by Anson G. McCook, one of the famous "Fighting McCooks" of Ohio, on letterhead of the "City of New York, Office of the City Chamberlain," with the city seal printed in blue.… (2022-2146) Learn More »
$95.00
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Autograph letter signed by Anson G. McCook, one of the famous "Fighting McCooks" of Ohio, on letterhead of the "City of New York, Office of the City Chamberlain," with the city seal printed in blue.… (2026-212) Learn More »
Early-war letter written by Pvt. Aaron Clay of Davis, Illinois, to his mother, Sophia Clay, just weeks after he enlisted. Datelined "Palmira Oct the 17 1861", it was written in camp at Palmyra, Marion… (L15516) Learn More »
$48.50
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A hand-hewn hardwood tent stake, approximately 12 1/2 inches in length, of the type used to secure shelter and wall tents in the field. Split and shaped from a single piece of close-grained hardwood… (1273-143) Learn More »
$950.00
Originally $1,500.00
A Confederate tin drum canteen retaining an old manuscript capture label adhered to one face, identifying it as a Southern canteen recovered at Centreville, Virginia in March 1862 — within days of… (1273-141) Learn More »
$3,950.00
Originally $4,950.00
This is an interesting old “relic” from a local G.A.R. veterans’ post. This is a model 1859 officer’s spur featuring a somewhat decorative design. An early battlefield “pick up”, this… (1202-1027) Learn More »
This is the type I Hotchkiss fuse adaptor made in lead or other white metal. Manufactured early in the war. According to Charles H. Jones' author of "Artillery Fuses of the Civil War", exclusively… (2025-1667) Learn More »
This is a Civil War-era percussion cap pouch in generally good overall condition. The outer flap features an embossed oval with “USN” in the center. There is some debate whether this embossing was… (665-113) Learn More »
$100.00
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Unfinished sight blade, bottom threads not machined! Used during the Civil War, the sight is a small (1.55”), flattish steel peg designed to be mounted at the muzzle of a cannon. It was used to… (2026-9103) Learn More »
Unfinished sight blade, bottom threads not machined! Used during the Civil War, the sight is a small (1.555”), flattish steel peg designed to be mounted at the muzzle of a cannon. It was used to… (2026-9102) Learn More »
Two printed pieces from the career of Capt. James Thomas Long (1842-1911), the best-known Gettysburg battlefield guide and lecturer of his generation. Long was a Lancaster County native who served in… (453-63) Learn More »
Manuscript bill of sale, one page, executed at Lyme, New London County, Colony of Connecticut, November 13, 1767. For the sum of thirty-seven pounds lawful money, Joseph Colt of Lyme sells to Capt.… (557-283) Learn More »
$250.00
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Offered here is a rare carte de visite (CDV) photograph of Howard H. Zacharie in zouave uniform. Unfortunately, this is only a bust view, as it would be interesting to see his complete uniform. As it… (1138-642) Learn More »
The photograph is a post-Civil War, chest-up view of Chenoweth in civilian clothes. Contrast and clarity are very good. Image pasted to ruled mount with rounded corners. Written in ink at bottom,… (1138-607) Learn More »
Nice carte de visite (CDV) photograph of Captain Stoddard in uniform. This is a bust view of him with captain’s shoulder boards just visible. Image is clear. Photo is pasted to a typical ruled mount… (2024-453) Learn More »
$135.00
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Three-quarter standing view of Hooker. He wears a double-breasted coat with general’s shoulder straps. He holds a cap and has a sash sword belt with sword hanging at his side. Image is clear with… (2024-1743) Learn More »
The photograph here is a carte de visite (CDV) photograph. This one is a second-generation image, a photo of a photo, duplicated after the Civil War. A post-1870 backmark, the weaker resolution, and… (1138-1137) Learn More »
This is a very fine Carte de visite (CDV) photograph of 1/Lt. Hill in uniform. This is a full-standing Brady studio photo. He poses in a single-breasted frock coat complete with 1st lieutenant’s… (2023-2916) Learn More »
$100.00
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A postcard recently arrived at the shop featuring a photograph taken from in front of the Copse of Trees on Hancock Avenue, looking southwest. A 12-pounder Napoleon cannon dominates the… Learn More »
Saber-style bayonet for the first contract Sharps Navy Rifle. The overall length of this bayonet is 24.5” while the graceful-looking, slightly curved blade itself is 20” long. Blade surface is… (1273-92) Learn More »
This case holds a beautiful revolver with all matching serial numbers and all accessories. The 5-inch barrel retains about 90% percent of its original bright blue. The barrel is stamped: "ADDRESS… (1304-81) Learn More »
A direct piece of the Gettysburg Campaign, written six days after the battle as the Army of the Potomac pushed through Frederick, Maryland, in pursuit of Lee's retreating army. This is a printed "List… (1315-164) Learn More »
$50.00
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This is a very good condition Civil War officer’s vest from the estate of Maurice Leyden, an officer in the 3rd NY Cavalry, who served from June 1861 through November 1865. The vest is a white, now… (282-470) Learn More »
This is a tightly identified pair of Civil War cavalry officer’s gauntlets from the effects of Maurice Leyden, a Lieutenant, Captain and Brevet Major in the 3rd New York Cavalry with service from… (282-471) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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An excellent condition reunion ribbon for the 1884 reunion of veterans of the 3rd NY Cavalry held at Rochester, NY. The ribbon is printed in black on white silk with a charging light dragoon with… (282-472) Learn More »
$75.00
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These simple iron ring gauges allowed for quick inspection and sorting of shot and shell by size, something of critical importance to a gun crew and a large task given the huge stacks of cannonballs… (2026-9337) Learn More »
$695.00
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These simple iron ring gauges allowed for quick inspection and sorting of shot and shell by size. This one was made and marked to so sort out shells for 10-Inch guns, developed in the 1840s and often… (2026-9443) Learn More »
ADJUTANT STEARNS. Boston: Massachusetts Sabbath School Society, Depository No. 13 Cornhill, [1862]. Copyright entered 1862 by the Society in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of… (557-313) Learn More »
Memorial of William Kirkland Bacon, Late Adjutant of the Twenty-Sixth Regiment of New-York State Volunteers. By His Father. Boston: The American Tract Society, Depositories, 28 Cornhill, Boston; and… (557-312) Learn More »
$95.00
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The French in 1769 added a locking ring to their going forward or new production bayonets. These were designed to fit the existing 1763 muskets with their bayonet lugs on the underside of the barrel… (1284-63) Learn More »
Printed discharge certificate, "To All Whom It May Concern," completed in manuscript for Daniel Lawson, Private, Company L (per enrollment date), 21st Regiment New York Cavalry Volunteers. Enrolled… (2024-1067) Learn More »
Manuscript telegram, one page, on printed Navy Department letterhead ("Navy Department, Bureau of Equipment and Recruiting"), Washington, D.C., dated April 29, 1864. Addressed to "Commo. Montgomery,… (1268-1073) Learn More »
One page, plus integral second leaf, 8vo, on War Department letterhead, Washington, D.C., February 4, 1901. Signed "Marcus J. Wright." TRANSCRIPTION: War Department Washington Feb 4, 1901 General… (2023-468) Learn More »
$175.00
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Unused printed form blank issued by the Medical Purveyor's Office, Columbia, South Carolina, 186_. The form authorizes transportation for "one seat" plus a stated quantity of "sacks of Barks, etc."… (2025-2351) Learn More »
$10.00
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An unused example of the same printed form blank from the Medical Purveyor's Office, Columbia, South Carolina, 186_, authorizing transportation for "one seat" and a quantity of "sacks of Barks, etc.,"… (2025-2350) Learn More »
$10.00
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Autograph letter signed by Huestis P. Cook — signing "Huestis Cook" and "H. P. Cook" — the Richmond photographer who was the son and studio successor of the celebrated Confederate-era photographer… (1189-192) Learn More »
$50.00
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This is a U.S. Pattern 1839 oval cartridge box plate that was recovered in the summer of 1970 on the McGlaughlin property along Taneytown Road, in the woods behind the New Jersey Brigade monument. It… (2025-1685) Learn More »
$450.00
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This is a full U.S. Pattern 1839 oval cartridge box plate recovered in the summer of 1970 on the Teeter property along Hospital Road, near the quarry. The plate is stamped brass with bold raised "US"… (2025-1684) Learn More »
This is a .58 caliber U.S. Minié ball still embedded in a section of wood from a tree that stood in front of Greene's Breastworks on Culp's Hill. The bullet sits deep in the grain with its rings… (2026-1897) Learn More »
$125.00
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This striking stereoview photo card features an early 1900’s view General Meade’s headquarters on the Gettysburg Battlefield. The gray mounting card and photos are in excellent condition as… (2024-6046) Learn More »
$40.00
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Offered here is an antique French folding sector rule. This brass sector (aka sector rule, proportional compass, or military compass) is a very early analog mathematical calculating device, dating… (1329-28) Learn More »
This vintage optical instrument is a very appealing, small, collapsible telescope/spyglass in very good condition. Made of brass, this device is constructed of two cylindrical shafts that collapse… (1329-26) Learn More »
$45.00
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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”. Face shows only… (1329-27) Learn More »
$295.00
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Offered here is a Ryker case of musket balls and shot recovered at Castine, Maine by Dean Thomas. Included are four larger round balls and six buckshot. In 1779 the British Royal Navy sent a… (236-991) Learn More »
$50.00
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This lot of lead projectiles includes five musket/rifle balls. The largest one being for the Brown Bess, two for the Charleville musket, and the two small balls that could have been for rifles or… (236-1323) Learn More »
$50.00
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This cartridge box is an example of the "Pattern 1857” infantry cartridge box for .69 caliber round ball cartridges. Outer flap exhibits fine crazing; mostly on hinge area and outside edges. Oval… (665-114) Learn More »
Offered is an original 1893 first-edition copy of the official memorial proceedings issued by the State of New York in honor of Comrade and Brevet Major-General James W. Husted. This rare tribute is… (2026-1438B) Learn More »
In Memoriam General William T. Sherman recounts the proceedings in the New York legislature honoring General Sherman. It includes written memorials, the text of the Resolution honoring General… (2026-1438A) Learn More »
Saber-style bayonet for the Sharps Rifle. The overall length of this bayonet is 24.75” while the graceful-looking, slightly curved blade itself is 20” long. Blade surface is speckled with dark… (1309-634) Learn More »
An excellent condition white silk reunion ribbon for the 1883 reunion of veterans of the 3rd NY Cavalry held at Rochester, NY. The central motif is a charging light dragoon with sword pointing ahead… (1268-777M) Learn More »
$75.00
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This is the badge portion of the 42nd Annual Reunion badge of the United Confederate Veterans, held in Richmond in June 1932. The top, pinback bar for these was a representation of the “CONFEDERATE… (1202-1362) Learn More »
$25.00
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Scarce. BM: “W.H. HORSTMANN & SONS PHI” rmdc. SC13A3v. [ss][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED… (2026-105) Learn More »
Scarce size. BM: Van Wart Son & Co. SC16Av. [ss][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR… (2026-103) Learn More »
$75.00
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TRANSCRIPTION: Treasury Department C.S.A. Second Auditor's Office Richmond Va April 24th 1863 Mr F.L. Brockett Atty &c Second Auditor's Office Sir I have this day handed you Certificate No… (1179-1685) Learn More »
$135.00
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Finished sight blade, threaded at the bottom. Used during the Civil War, the sight is a 1.65” tall, flattish steel peg designed to be mounted at the muzzle of a cannon. It was used to provide… (2026-9101) Learn More »
Unfinished sight blade, bottom threads not machined! Used during the Civil War, the sight is a small (1.38”), flattish steel peg designed to be mounted at the muzzle of a cannon. It was used to… (2026-9100) Learn More »
Full standing studio view of Sergent in uniform and wearing a hat. Jacket has tailored short sleeves; not pinned up. Clear image with very good contrast. A crease across the middle of image and light… (1139-431) Learn More »
$1,000.00
Originally $1,500.00
Image is a bust view lithograph of Belle Boyd. Contrast and clarity are good. Paper and mount have moderate surface dirt along the bottom also an ID in modern pencil. Reverse has a photographer’s… (1139-427) Learn More »
$335.00
Originally $500.00
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Image has Slidell posed with one hand on his hip and the other resting on top of a book on a table. He wears a black suit, white shirt and dark bowtie. Contrast and clarity are good. Mount is good.… (1139-421) Learn More »
$135.00
Originally $200.00
Carte de visite photograph of Hood in uniform. Chest up view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia mostly visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Mount shows some edge wear.… (1139-252) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
Carte de visite photograph of Beauregard in dark uniform, possibly his Federal or Provisional Confederate uniform. Full standing studio view wearing dark double-breasted frock with shoulder straps. He… (1139-251) Learn More »
$165.00
Originally $250.00
Carte de visite photograph of Taylor in uniform. Chest up view wearing frock with no insignia visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Two small scrapes that are not near image. Mount is clean… (1139-248) Learn More »
$265.00
Originally $400.00
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Carte de visite photograph of Gardner in uniform. Chest up view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia barely visible. He also wears an officer's kepi. Image is clear with very good… (1139-242) Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $300.00
Carte de visite photograph of Morgan in uniform. Bust view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia visible. Image is clear with good contrast. Pencil identifications on front and back.… (1139-239) Learn More »
$400.00
Originally $600.00
Image is a very nice wartime bust view of General Steuart in Confederate uniform with his rank insignia clearly visible on the collar of his double-breasted frockcoat. Contrast and clarity are… (1139-232) Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $300.00
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Carte de visite photograph of Thomas in uniform. Chest up view wearing double-breasted frock with collar insignia visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Pencil identifications on front and… (1139-226) Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $300.00
Carte de visite photograph of Harris in uniform. Bust view wearing frock with collar insignia just visible. Image is clear with very good contrast. Mount is trimmed. Pencil identifications on front… (1139-221) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
Three-quarter standing profile view of Hooker. He wears a double-breasted coat with general’s shoulder straps. He wears a hat and has an overcoat draped over his far shoulder. Image is clear but… (1139-196) Learn More »
$135.00
Originally $200.00
This is a non-excavated model 1863 musket tool. Two screw driver blades with a cone wrench. Designed for the standard rifle musket. By eliminating the clean-out screw on the M1863 rifle musket, the… (2024-1293A) Learn More »
This is a non-excavated model 1863 musket tool. Two screw driver blades with a cone wrench. Designed for the standard rifle musket. By eliminating the clean-out screw on the M1863 rifle musket, the… (2024-1293) Learn More »
Offered here is an old frame with a sheet about “Jack” with illustration and text. Frame measures 6.5” x 8.5” and shows wear. "Jack" the canine soldier was a famous brown-and-white bull… (2026-9461) Learn More »
$65.00
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A U.S. Army general service eagle button in coat size, the pattern worn by enlisted men on the dress coat and fatigue blouse throughout the Indian Wars period, and the button carried by the troopers… (557-318) Learn More »
$550.00
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An excavated .45 caliber lead bullet recovered on private land at the Little Bighorn battlefield, Montana, scene of the June 25-26, 1876 fight between Lt. Col. George A. Custer's 7th U.S. Cavalry and… (557-317) Learn More »
$550.00
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This matted display holds several strands of George Washington's hair from a lock with a documented line of descent through Alexander Hamilton's family. The strands are sealed beneath a small clear… (1305-19) Learn More »
$295.00
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This exceptionally rare link to the nation’s founding was initially acquired by Dr. Robley Dunglison. Doctor Dunglison was Jefferson’s personal physician and the attending physician at the time… (1305-31) Learn More »
$295.00
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Offered is a handsome display presenting an authentic piece of General Robert E. Lee's hair. Strands are mounted in a burgundy suede-finish mat measuring approximately 8 x 10 inches, with a… (1305-36) Learn More »
$250.00
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Copper-engraved map titled "Map of the South of Sweden; shewing the route pursued by the Author, from the place of his landing, Helsingborg, until his arrival at Gefle; the situation of the Wener… (1309-726) Learn More »
This is a larger Civil War period tin ration can. Never used; does not have small round lid soldered in place. Can measures approximately 4.2” in diameter and is 4.8” high. Soldered top, bottom,… (1334-06) Learn More »
$150.00
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This is a Civil War period tin ration can. Never used; does not have small round lid soldered in place. Can measures approximately 3.4” in diameter and is 4.5” high. Soldered top, bottom, and side… (1334-13) Learn More »
$100.00
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This collection of Vietnam battlefield pickup items consists of a first-aid kit, binoculars with carry case, and a communist canteen and carrier. The veteran, Jacob Ralph Hendricks, served with US… (1202-2271) Learn More »
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Rare Identified 65Th Ny Sergeant’s Jacket, With Manscript Material: 1St U.s. Chasseurs »
Mr. Ray Richey, owner of the Texas Civil War Museum, purchased this uniform coat and hat directly from an Arkansas estate in 2003. Twenty-six years prior to this it was acquired from the Beneux Plantation in Mulberry, Arkansas. Positive… (1268-057). Learn More »