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1st EDITION – WHAT A GIRL SAW AND HEARD OF THE BATTLE – TILLIE PIERCE – EX-COCO COLLECTION
This title claims a spot firmly among the most-read firsthand accounts of the Battle of Gettysburg. Tillie Pierce’s recollections of the battle from the point of view of a young girl made her… (1300-109) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE (FROM FIRE?)
This Federal cartridge box plate is of the regulation 1839. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US” with an unusual copper tone on… (2025-1141) Learn More »
$65.00
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PAIR C. 1900 BRASS SPURS WITH STRAPS & CHAINS
Offered here is a pair of brass spurs. Typical 1900’s form with stud strap hooks. Iron rowels in sun burst pattern spin freely. Stamped “GUN METAL” on inside of arm. Brass wears mellow patina.… (2024-613) Learn More »
PATTERN 1885 ENLISTED MAN’S SPURS – NICE MATCHED PAIR WITH ORIGINAL STRAPS
As described in The American Military Spur by Dorsey on pages 61-64, the Pattern 1885 Enlisted Spur was introduced with the other new cavalry equipment in Ordnance Memoranda No. 29. This heavy,… (2024-604) Learn More »
$195.00
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NON-REGULATION STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD OF GEORGE B. ECKERT, 3RD U.S. INFANTRY - FORMER TEXAS MUSEUM
This sword was sold as part of the complete Civil War uniform group of Lt. George Brown Eckert, 3rd US Infantry, through Heritage Auctions in 2013 (see pics from auction #6098 /lot #32159). At some… (1268-1020) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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PIECE OF BRICK FROM THE CHANCELLOR HOUSE – GREG COCO COLLECTION
Offered here is a 2.5” x 2.5” x 1.5” chunk of brick from the Chancellor House. This house was “Chancellorsville” at the intersection of the Orange Turnpike and Eley’s Ford Road, about 8… (1300-37) Learn More »
$35.00
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ARTILLERY OFFICER OR MILITIA ARTILLERY INSIGNIA
A very detailed false-embroidered artillery insignia made of die-stamped rolled brass and fitted on the back with two thick brass wires for attachment to a hat. This form of artillery insignia is… (2025-825) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR BRIGADIER GENERAL SHOULDER STRAPS
Civil War brigadier generals were not relegated to background positions, but held field commands, leading brigades, usually four or five regiments, under fire, with a commensurate mortality rate. This… (1299-06) Learn More »
VERY RARE VIRGINIA OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
This is a really great, and really rare piece of insignia, showing its age in the natural oxidation of the black velvet ground to soft brown and the embroidered bullion wreath and “VA” to a muted… (1299-29) Learn More »
EARLY WAR OR PRE-WAR COLT DRAGOON HOLSTER
The hefty .44 Colt Dragoon revolver was intended to be carried in saddle holsters. It was only with the adoption of the lighter M1851 .36 Colt Navy in 1855 that the army gave serious consideration to… (490-7481) Learn More »
HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT - BATTLEFIELD USED SWORD - CARRIED BY GENERAL NELSON A. MILES
Adopted in August 1860 for staff officers, this pattern of US Army sword was used by officers of the staff and by general officers. A mistaken designation as the “1860 staff and field sword,”… (1252-04) Learn More »
U.S./C.S. PAIR OF BRASS SPURS
Offered here is a matched pair of mid-19th century, Civil War-era brass spurs. Non-regulation pattern with iron rowels. Square necks. Mellow age patina on the pair. No bends. Both rowels are complete… (2024-620) Learn More »
$250.00
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RIFLEMAN BELT/FROG, WITH MODEL 1855 BAYONET & SCABBARD
This scarce 1855 rifleman’s belt rig is in excellent condition and complete with its two-piece frame buckle, brass belt loops, bayonet frog and support straps, and a scabbard with 1855 sword bayonet… (1304-04) Learn More »
$1,595.00
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SCARCE NEW YORK 1913 GETTYSBURG REUNION BADGE
Presented is a 1913 original two-piece medal presented to the New York Civil War veterans attending the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. Brooch shows the greeting of two veterans, while… (490-7565) Learn More »
$95.00
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RARE GAR STATE LEVEL LT. COLONEL STAFF MEMBERSHIP BADGE
This form of G.A.R. badge, with several changes over the years, was introduced in 1882. This one appears to have a Type-Iva bar and medal. The ribbon has a colored red border to mark an officer… (490-7558) Learn More »
$135.00
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OFFICER’S SWORD KNOT WITH GOLD LACE STRAP AND ACORN END
Civil War officers by regulation wore a sword knot on the hilts of their swords. Originally intended to prevent the sword’s loss in action by acting as a wrist strap, the leather versions issued to… (2025-2655) Learn More »
$225.00
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UNION VETERAN’S G.A.R. HAT INSIGNIA FOR POST 1
Union veterans’ hats and caps were clearly modelled on their wartime ancestors and the insignia followed suit, with hat insignia evoking the US staff wreath, with the wreath embroidered in gold and… (1299-32) Learn More »
$225.00
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GENERAL’S AND GENERAL STAFF OFFICER’S CAP INSIGNIA
This is the hat or cap insignia made regulation in 1839 both for generals and for general staff officers using an Old English “U.S.” in silver surrounded by a laurel wreath in gold. This was… (1299-27) Learn More »
A CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN'S (ACTING MAJOR'S) UNIFORM GROUP, EDWARD CLIFTON WHARTON
Offered is an outstanding uniform ensemble consisting of a frock coat, a vest, a high crowned kepi, a pair of pants and a sash. These belonged to Edward Clifton Wharton Acting Quarter Master CS Army… (1268-062) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED TRIPLE BORDER LT. COLONEL STAFF STRAPS
This is a really nice set of bullion embroidered triple-border shoulder straps for a Lieutenant Colonel on staff duty, showing deep black velvet centers, bright silver oak leaves, and triple borders… (1299-14) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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SCARCE DOUBLE-BORDER INFANTRY COLONEL SHOULDER STRAP
Infantry colonels were combat officers, commanding their regiments from the front lines and with only one colonel to thirty line officers in a regiment, their shoulder straps are hard to find. This is… (1299-35) Learn More »
$495.00
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SCARCE DOUBLE-BORDER COLONEL’S SHOULDER STRAP
This is a single strap, constructed with a black velvet ground showing a spread-winged U.S. eagle indicating a full Colonel serving on staff duty in embroidered bullion and sequins, and is a step up… (1299-36) Learn More »
$450.00
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APPOMATTOX PAROLE OF GRANVILLE BRUCE, 1st BATTALION VA. RESERVES, PRIOR SERVICE IN THE 50th VA, CAPTURED IN LEE’S RETREAT FROM GETTYSBURG
This is a very good condition Appomattox parole, partly printed and partly filled out by hand, dated April 10, 1865, at Appomattox Court House, Va., “The bearer Private Granville Bruce of Co. E… (1300-58) Learn More »
PORT HUDSON PAROLE OF GORGE H. APPEL CO. F, 1ST MISSISSIPPI LIGHT ARTILLERY, WIA, WITH RELATED WARTIME DOCUMENTS, EX-COCO COLLECTION
Scarce printed Port Hudson parole filled out for G.H. Appel, a private in Company F of the 1st Mississippi Artillery who had been seriously wounded by a gunshot wound in the neck at the beginning of… (1300-57) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NAVY SEAMAN’S BLUE AND WHITE PLAID COTTON SHIRT OF JOSEPH DUFFY, USS PORT ROYAL 1862-1865, NORTH ATLANTIC BLOCKADING SQUADRON
Blue and white shirt of Civil War US Ordinary Seaman Joseph Duffy, formerly on display at the Texas Civil War Museum. A stencil identified pair of white duck trousers belonging to Duffy are also… (1268-1167) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR SMOKING CAP OF JOHN F. CROSSMAN, 36th MASSACHUSETTS
Formerly in the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum, this is a great piece for a display focused on Civil War army camp life- an identified Massachusetts soldier’s “smoking cap.” These… (1179-342) Learn More »
ARROW HOOKS FROM 1839 OVAL BELT PLATE
Offered here is a complete set of belt hooks removed from a Pattern 1839 enlisted belt plate. This is a later style known as the “Arrow” pattern of hooks. In a “complete” belt buckle, these… (1000-2552) Learn More »
$40.00
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PUPPY PAW HOOKS FROM 1839 OVAL BELT PLATE
Offered here is a complete set of belt hooks removed from a Pattern 1839 enlisted belt plate. This is an earlier style known as the “puppy paw” pattern of hooks. In a “complete” belt buckle,… (1000-2548) Learn More »
$45.00
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ORDER OF UNITED AMERICAN MECHANICS RIBBON WITH LINCOLN MINIATURE TINTYPE
A black silk memoriam ribbon of the O.U.A.M. with black cockade and gold metallic star at the top. A miniature Abraham Lincoln “gem-type” affixed just under the cockade. An American red, white and… (286-1441) Learn More »
TIFFANY CIVIL WAR OHIO VETERAN VOLUNTEER’S MEDAL OF RICHARD PERIGO 66th OVI, WOUNDED AT ATLANTA
These 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 during the war. Some 20,000… (2025-814) Learn More »
$375.00
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M1832 N.P. AMES FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD WITH BRASS SCABBARD, NASHUA LIGHT ARTILLERY
The U.S. Model 1832 foot artillery short-sword is approximately 25” long overall with a 6” solid brass hilt, and a 19” blade. This model was the first sword contracted by the U.S. with… (1306-01) Learn More »
$1,500.00
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NEW MODEL 1863 SHARPS CARBINE
The most famous, single-shot, percussion firearm used during the Civil War was the Sharps carbine, a .52 caliber, breechloading firearm invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native Christian… (2025-1175) Learn More »
$2,395.00
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1/6 PLATE DAGUERROTYPE – JOHN FOWLER, 4th ALABAMA, CS MARINES, WIA 1st MANASSAS
Featured in this daguerreotype image is a seated John Douglass Fowler, a dual service branch member of the Confederate armed forces and casualty of First Bull Run; “’De Mortuis nil nis Verum’ On… (1266-448) Learn More »
$950.00
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M1860 CAVALRY SABER, C. ROBY – 1863 DATED
A fine representative saber issued to countless Federal cavalrymen during the Civil War. Manufactured by the West Chelmsford, Massachusetts by Christopher Roby and Company, this saber was one of over… (1304-15) Learn More »
CDV – MAJOR THOMAS KIMBALL, 51st MASS. INFANTRY, 2ND MASS. HEAVY ARTILLERY
Thomas was a resident of Oxford and a 23-year-old student when he enlisted on 9/3/1862 as a Captain. He was commissioned into Company G of the 51st Massachusetts Infantry on 9/30/1862 and was with… (2025-1066) Learn More »
$150.00
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UNCOMMON CDV – GENERAL THOMAS GREELY STEVENSON
A pre-Civil War Massachusetts Militia officer, Thomas was Major of the 4th Massachusetts Militia Infantry Battalion at the outbreak of the conflict. When it became apparent that the conflict would not… (1268-1027) Learn More »
$225.00
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CDV – LT. COLONEL WILLIAM HALLECK, 83rd NEW YORK INFANTRY
William was 38 years old when he enlisted at New York City and was commissioned Lieutenant Colonel on 5/27/1861. Unfortunately, his term of service and his life were cut short by disease on 1/6/1862… (1304-56) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL JOHN GARLAND
This carte de viste photograph of General Garland is a full-standing studio portrait of him in uniform. He wears double-breasted frock with fringed dress epaulettes, sash, and sword belt. He holds his… (2025-1040) Learn More »
SUPERB IDENTIFIED MARYLAND OFFICER'S "PLUG HAT" AND IMAGE – THOMAS H. MARSHALL, 1ST & 2ND MARYLAND US
The small yet divided state of Maryland sent its sons to fight and die for the Union or the Confederacy. This rare style officer's hat was worn by Thomas H. Marshall who chose the Northern cause and… (1284-11) Learn More »
$6,975.00
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CIVIL WAR ENLISTED CAVALRY INSIGNIA
Initially intended just for the army dress or Hardee hat, the crossed sabers, like the infantry hunting horn and artillery crossed cannons, were quickly adapted for use on fatigue caps, kepis and all… (2025-844) Learn More »
$225.00
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TRIPLE-BORDER CAPTAIN OF STAFF SHOULDER STRAPS
These shoulder straps for a Captain serving on staff duty fall into the “extra rich” category of offerings by some military goods dealers of the period. The borders and rank bars are edged with… (1299-08) Learn More »
FEDERAL MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER FOUND ON EAST CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG – GEISELMAN COLLECTION
This Civil War artifact is Federal Model 1860 light cavalry saber that was recovered in the battle area at East Cavalry Field in Gettysburg. Once part of the Norbert Oyler Collection, this edged… (942-14) Learn More »
$5,900.00
Originally $6,500.00
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THE EPITOME OF GETTYSBURG RELICS: A PROJECTILE STRUCK CANTEEN FROM THE DANNER COLLECTION
"Joel Albertus Danner (son of Joel B. Danner) was just 16 when he witnessed the battle that came to his hometown. He picked up relics from the field and crafted some of them into useful objects such… (1284-12) Learn More »
$2,250.00
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J. HOWARD WERT 1st EDITION GETTYSBURG HANDBOOK WITH CLIPPED WERT SIGNATURE – EX-COCO COLLECTION
J. Howard Wert is a veritable legend among Gettysburg enthusiasts. His work, A Complete Hand-Book of the Monuments and Indications and Guide to the Positions on the Gettysburg Battlefield is a… (1300-110) Learn More »
$100.00
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PAIR LATE 19TH CENTURY BRASS SPURS
Offered here is a delicate pair of brass spurs. Rounded form overall with round strap loops. Iron rowels in sun burst pattern spin freely. A single worn “W” stamped on one arm. Brass wears fine… (2024-611) Learn More »
$95.00
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NON-DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR
This is a nice, complete Confederate spur. Similar in style to federal spurs, but just not quite the same. It is non-dug, cast brass and wears a fine, very dark patina from age. Has squared-off neck… (2024-608) Learn More »
$225.00
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POST WAR GOLD AND BLACK SWORD KNOT
A post-civil war black and gold metallic thread fancy sword knot. 16 ½” in length and 5/8” wide. The acorn shaped finial is alternating zig-zag black and gold decorated and 1 ½” long. The… (286-1442) Learn More »
EXCELLENT M1840 CAVALRY SABER BY HORSTMANN
This is an attractive example of an original and rare Model 1840 heavy cavalry saber imported by the Philadelphia firm of William Horstmann. Clearly stamped on the obverse ricasso is the maker… (1304-12) Learn More »
BRICK FROM THE McCLELLAN HOUSE (WHERE JENNIE WADE WAS KILLED), GETTYSBURG – GREG COCO COLLECTION
Offered here is a well-worn 8.5” x 4” x 2.25” brick from the McClellan House on Baltimore Street in Gettysburg. This house was between the lines during the battle and where Mary Virginia… (1300-17) Learn More »
$295.00
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AMERICAN MIILITARY HEADGEAR INSIGNIA BY CAMPBELL & O’DONNELL
Excellent condition, as new First Edition. Written by J. Duncan Campbell & Michael J. O’Donnell. Published 2004, O’Donnell Publications. Hardcover, 311 pages. Heavily illustrated with black… (602-33) Learn More »
EXCELLENT 16th INFANTRY REGIMENT OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA
This is an excellent condition, embroidered bullion hat insignia for an officer in a 16th regiment of infantry. The hunting horn was a traditional insignia for light infantry that appeared in 1814 as… (1299-26) Learn More »
$750.00
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1919 COLUMBUS, OH GAR REPRESENTATIVE MEDAL BADGE
This lovely Grand Army of the Republic badge was manufactured by The M.C. Lilley and Company of Columbus for the 1919 Annual Encampment. It features an eagle top bar, enameled drop, silver finished… (490-7567) Learn More »
$75.00
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UNCOMMON GAR NATIONAL STAFF OFFICER’S BADGE
This is scarce Grand Army of the Republic officer’s medal with the flag ribbon bordered in buff, indicating a national officer, rank bar bearing a silver eagle on dark background indicating a staff… (490-7557) Learn More »
$135.00
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SUPERBLY DOCUMENTED AND WONDERFULLY MAKER-MARKED BY CASSIDY OF NEW ORLEANS CONFEDERATE SIGNAL FLAG CAPTURED AT FORT ST. PHILIP
This is great example of a Confederate signal flag, taken from the “flag room” of Louisiana Confederate Fort St. Philip by Joseph Davis, then Hospital Steward of the 30th Massachusetts, which… (1179-275) Learn More »
$2,500.00
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BRICK FROM THE JACOB SCHWARTZ BARN, 2ND CORPS FIELD HOSPITAL, GETTYSBURG – GREG COCO COLLECTION
Offered here is an 8.5” x 4” x 2” brick from the Jacob Schwartz barn. This barn was used as part of the large 2nd corps field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg. The 2nd Corps set up… (1300-18) Learn More »
$295.00
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CIVIL WAR PISTOL BULLET DISPLAY
Displayed in a case with cut mat and labeled, are twenty different Civil War bullets for revolvers and single-shot pistols. Included are complete sets of Colt Old Model and New Model bullets in the… (2025-2656) Learn More »
$95.00
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CIVIL WAR VETERANS’ HOME PLASTER RELIEF OF GENERAL BUTLER
This plaster relief of Benjamin Butler once likely adorned the lobby wall of a Soldiers Home, as Butler served for fifteen years in executive positions of the National Home for Disabled Volunteer… (490-6738) Learn More »
PAIR OF C. 1880 BRITISH “MAXWELL” BOX SPURS
Offered here is a matched pair of brass “box” spurs. The term “box” spur is derived from the use of small metal box inlet into the heel of a boot into which the central metal prong between the… (2024-612) Learn More »
WINCHESTER .44 HENRY RIMFIRE CARTRIDGE, FLAT TOP, LONG CASE, "H"
Excellent flat top cartridge for the .44 Henry and M1866 Winchester rifles or the Colt, Remington, and Smith & Wesson revolvers. This particular cartridge was manufactured by the Winchester… (490-2768) Learn More »
U.S./C.S. PAIR OF BRASS SPURS
Offered here is a matched pair of Civil War-era brass spurs. Non-regulation pattern with iron rowels. Necks feature three sharp ridges on top. Dark age patina on the pair. No bends. One rowel is… (2024-610) Learn More »
$250.00
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“HAVE I DONE RIGHT, FATHER?” SIGNAL FLAG SENT HOME TO THE FAMILY OF ACTING ENSIGN WALTER L. TITCOMB, USS TECUMSEH, SUNK IN THE BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY
Walter Livingston Titcomb was made an Acting Ensign in the U.S. Navy on Oct. 7, 1863, and served just under a year before drowning with most of the crew of the monitor U.S.S. Tecumseh, which struck a… (1179-276) Learn More »
$450.00
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M1832 HORSTMANN & SONS FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD WITH SCABBARD
The U.S. Model 1832 foot artillery short-sword is approximately 25” long overall with a 6” solid brass hilt, and a 19” blade. This model was the first sword contracted by the U.S. with… (1306-02) Learn More »
1863 STATE OF FLORIDA $3 NOTE
An original piece of Southern money, being the $3 FLCR17 bill featuring a Confederate ship of war in the center with additional graphics filling the left and right edges. “THE STATE OF FLORIDA /… (2025-2567) Learn More »
1st EDITION COPY – HISTORY OF THE 12TH NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEERS
Published in 1897, this copy is one of few original examples to survive the passing of time. This definitive work chronicles the history of the 12th New Hampshire as written by Captain A. W.… (1289-202) Learn More »
$75.00
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RARE FIRST EDITION COPY – 9th NEW HAMPSHIRE REGIMENTAL
This 1895 edition of “The History of the Ninth Regiment New Hampshire Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion” is an example of the first and only original printing of the comprehensive regimental… (1289-206) Learn More »
$85.00
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SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE – US STATE VOLUNTEER OR MILITIA SOLDIER
The seated soldier featured in the photograph wears and interesting short jacket, reminiscent in pattern of the jackets issued by several states in the early phases of the war and those issued by… (2025-890) Learn More »
$650.00
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ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING
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 flat brass hook on the other, which is mounted under a sewn down flap. The… (2025-2526) Learn More »
$325.00
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EARLY LUCIUS W. POND POCKET REVOLVER
This is the .32 caliber, iron frame Pond pocket revolver, manufactured in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Pond revolver was the subject of a lawsuit in 1862 over patent infringement. The court ruled in… (2025-2341) Learn More »
US M1840 SABER – AMES MANUFACTURE, 1848
This specimen is a rarely encountered Model 1840 Civil War Cavalry Saber complete with steel scabbard and manufactured by Nathan P. Ames. This M-1840 cavalry saber is a nice original piece. Blade… (1304-13) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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RARE CIVIL WAR WAIST BELT PLATE
This die-struck and lead filled oval plate measures just over 2 inches in diameter. It has iron wire belt hooks on the back. The motif on the front is an 8-pointed star. The eight-pointed star has… (2025-815) Learn More »
VERY FINE SIGNED CDV PHOTOGRAPH OF R.E. LEE BY BENDANN BROTHERS, BALTIMORE
Robert E. Lee was an international celebrity during and after the Civil War. And like celebrities in every time, Lee’s picture became a collectible. Small carte-de-visite photographs were produced,… (1300-77) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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RARE CDV – GENERAL LEE AND STAFF
Students of the Civil War will no doubt recognize this image from countless publications. It features a seated General Lee, flanked by two staff officers. The photo was taken after the surrender at… (1304-57) Learn More »
$550.00
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9th ARKANSAS INFANTRY AND 1st ARKANSAS (CONSOLIDATED) MOUNTED RIFLES OFFICER’S PAROLE: LT. H.C. FALLON, REGIMENTAL ADJUTANT, GREENSBORO MAY 1, 1865
This is a scarce May 1, 1865, printed parole filled out at Greensboro, NC, as part of the surrender and parole of Johnston’s army for Lt. Henry Clay Fallon, then serving as Adjutant in the 1st… (1300-62) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER’S BUCKLE WITH POST-CIVIL WAR BELT
Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched and tooled. Nice double-line stitching along length of the belt. Belt leather measures approximately 32” long (as set) x 1.6” wide, with… (2025-2339) Learn More »
$250.00
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US M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2509) Learn More »
$175.00
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US M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2498) Learn More »
WORLD WAR 2 IRON CROSS WITH RIBBON AND ENVELOPE
A very good condition WW2 German Iron Cross, Second Class, complete with ribbon and envelope. The envelope is gray, lettered in black, “Eisernes Kreuz / 2. Klasse / 1939.” The medal itself is… (1202-120) Learn More »
$200.00
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PAIR OF ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER’S GOLD DRESS EPAULETTES, WITH CASE
Here is a fine pair of well-made, Civil War gold dress epaulettes circa 1850s to 1870s. In beautiful original condition, he epaulettes measure 8” long and fit the curve of the shoulder. The flat… (1252-10) Learn More »
$450.00
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REMINGTON ZOUAVE SABRE BAYONET
Cast brass ribbed handle with bar and button type attachment mechanism. This mechanism is frozen and needs to be loosened and oiled. Surface of the handle shows moderate wear. Counterguard has barrel… (1252-07) Learn More »
EARLY PATTERN U.S. MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE AND LEATHER BELT
This regulation 1851 pattern officer’s waist belt plate is in fine overall condition and is matched with an officer’s ornately tooled leather belt that wears a coat of old red paint. Rectangular… (1252-08) Learn More »
$595.00
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UNTOUCHED IDENTIFIED MODEL 1842 MUSKET – THOMAS NEANY, 178TH NEW YORK INFANTRY
The US Model 1842 was the first general issue US military long arm to utilize the percussion ignition system and was also the first general issue arm to be manufactured on the principle of fully… (2025-2139) Learn More »
$1,495.00
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MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER
A Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in good original condition. In production from 1860 through 1873, these handguns were the successor to the Colt Third Model Dragoon pistols. The Model 1860… (490-7528) Learn More »
$1,850.00
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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SASH
Sash is complete length with acorn and tassels on each end. The body of the sash has some small scattered pulls. Near the center there is a pull about 6 inches long but this is the largest. There is… (1252-09) Learn More »
$550.00
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CDV – GENERAL AMBROSE BURNSIDE BY BRADY
This Carte-de-Visite features the iconic General Burnside, known for his small victories and larger blunders as well as his facial hair. Both the image and mounting card are in excellent condition,… (2025-106) Learn More »
FINE CDV PHOTO OF CAPTAIN ALDRICH, 15TH N.H.V.
This is a very nice cdv photograph of Aldrich standing in full uniform. Studio view of him wearing single-breasted frock with shoulder straps, sash, sword belt, gauntlets, trousers with thin stripe… (2025-1029) Learn More »
$150.00
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CDV PHOTO OF CAPTAIN TILLSON, 161ST NEW YORK
This is a very nice cdv photograph of George M. Tillson standing in full uniform. Three-quarter studio view of him wearing single-breasted frock with shoulder straps, sash, sword belt, gloves, and he… (2025-1010) Learn More »
$145.00
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CDV – TWO FINE-LOOKING GENTS IN SAN FRANCISCO, DATED 1862
This neat image of two brothers standing in formal attire in front of a decorative column and sub-tropical backdrop is mounted to a plain card, with light wear along the top edge. The reverse is… (1138-2095) Learn More »
$45.00
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STRIKING CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED INDIAN WARS ERA COLONEL
This handsome portrait features a distinguished-looking colonel sporting the 1872 Shoulder Knot Epaulette for officers, in use for most ranks until 1888. The image is mounted to a card, which has been… (1138-2081) Learn More »
EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND IMPORTANT CONFEDERATE RAINS BARREL TORPEDO - 1 OF 2 KNOWN - FROM THE TEXAS MUSEUM
This is a Rains barrel torpedo that was recovered during the Civil War in Mobile Bay, AL. It was developed by Gabriel James Rains, Chief of the Confederate Torpedo Service. Gabriel Rains was born in… (1268-690) Learn More »
VERY NICE SHEBLE AND FISHER M1840 CAVALRY SABER
Manufactured by Sheble & Fisher, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sabers from this maker were supplied directly to state or militia units and were not Federally inspected. One author notes that the… (1304-28) Learn More »
US "MODEL 1861" SPRINGFIELD DATED 1861
This is a first year-of-production example of the standard rifle-musket of the Civil War, a Model 1861 Springfield (actually officially referred to during the Civil War as a Model 1855 with the… (2025-2325) Learn More »
$1,595.00
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CONFEDERATE CAP BOX
A no-doubt-about-it Confederate cap box made in the fashion of a standard issue Union cap box with a one-piece flap narrowing toward the bottom to form a latch tab that fastens over a pointed brass… (302-122) Learn More »
COMPLETE CIVIL WAR WORMAN AND ELY MESS SET
This is a scarce Civil War private purchase mess set patented by L.H. Worman and J.O. Ely of Philadelphia on February 4, 1862. The patent documents make clear the designer was likely a Phillip Ulmer,… (490-7279) Learn More »
$595.00
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CONFEDERATE SPUR WITH STRAP
This Confederate spur retains its original spur strap and buckle, which is very uncommon. The side straps are of medium width and use conventional slots for the spur strap. Instead of arcing up and to… (490-6767) Learn More »
$225.00
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EARLY WAR ARTILLERY OFFICER'S HAT INSIGNIA
These crossed cannons have a diamond shaped designs on the respective gun barrels and are often excavated in Confederate camp sites. Originally gilt, the false embroidered brass insignia is now a… (2025-811) Learn More »
.44 CALIBER BRASS FRAME HENRY RIFLE-1863 PRODUCTION
The Henry rifle needs no introduction to Civil War, western, or pretty much any arms collector or student of the American West. Oliver Winchester encouraged one potential dealer, “There will be no… (1302-01) Learn More »
$23,500.00
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RARE 1ST EDITION 5TH NEW HAMPSHIRE REGIMENTAL – N.H.G.A.R. STAMPED
Written by Major and Surgeon William Child and copyrighted in 1893, this scarcely seen title includes illustrations and a comprehensive history of the venerable 5th. The cover is a muted green… (1289-200) Learn More »
$85.00
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VERY RARE FIRST EDITION – TENTH MASS. INFANTRY REGIMENTAL HISTORY
This very uncommon title was published by the 10th Massachusetts Veteran Association in a single edition in 1909. Written by Alfred Roe and the “Regimental Committee on History”, few surviving… (2025-1409) Learn More »
$100.00
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U.S. MODEL 1835/1842 SOCKET BAYONET
This Federal accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Model 1835/42 smoothbore musket. The term angular bayonet refers to the type most commonly used by infantry soldiers. The… (1304-111) Learn More »
$225.00
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M1840 MOUNTED ARTILLERY SABER WITH SCABBARD – AMES, 1862
Here is an original, Civil War enlisted Model 1840 artillery saber in good condition. Made for artillery mounted units, this edged weapon is stamped on the obverse ricasso of the blade with a clear… (1304-01) Learn More »
$1,395.00
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1/6 PLATE AMBROTYPE – US OFFICER
This handsome young officer was captured on a glass plate in striking contrast. Complete with saber, belt, sash, and healthy chinstrap beard, the man stands next to a decorative pedestal and in… (2025-896) Learn More »
$350.00
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VERY NICE M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2497) Learn More »
$175.00
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ARTILLERY 2nd LIEUTENANT’S FROCK COAT, COMMISSION TIN, AND BILLFOLD OF LT. A. T. MCMILLAN (MACMILLAN) BATTERY C 1st RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY
This artillery officer’s group was on display in the Texas Civil War Museum and consists of regulation Union artillery officer’s frock coat, the japanned tin tube that held his officer’s… (1268-547) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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1816 STYLE US BAYONET SCABBARD THROAT
Scabbard throat has maker’s mark, “R. DINGEE, N- YORK”. Found in a CS camp in Fredericksburg, VA. [sl] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON… (R21367) Learn More »
$40.00
Originally $65.00
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CANNON BALL SOUVENIR PAPERWEIGHT - MADE WITH BULLETS FROM GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD, CIRCA 1928
Stack of ten round balls that were recovered from the Gettysburg Battlefield are mounted on a metal disk and painted black to look like cannon balls. Raised lettering reading, “GETTYSBURG” faintly… (1300-05) Learn More »
$150.00
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APPOMATTOX PAROLE OF THOMAS “HARRISON” HAWES, LAMKIN’S BATTERY, VA LIGHT ARTILLERY: EX-COCO COLLECTION
The very good condition Appomattox parole of a soldier as a Confederate light-artilleryman, sharpshooter, and mortar crewman seeing action in South Carolina and Virginia, from 1862 right through the… (1300-66) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR BULLET AND CARTRIDGE DISPLAY
Displayed in a case with cut mat and labeled, are thirteen different Civil War bullets with three patented Civil War cartridges. A few of these specimens are quite rare. Included are: .58 cal.… (2025-2623) Learn More »
VERY UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES – DATED 1859
This pre-war Ames saber specimen is the forerunner of the type issued to Federal horsemen during the American Civil War. Produced by the Chicopee, Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon… (1304-23) Learn More »
NICE M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2500) Learn More »
$175.00
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“PIOUS REFLECTIONS” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO 56TH NORTH CAROLINA SOLDIER
This small “pocket” book is titled “Pious Reflections, for Every Day in the Month.” Translated from the French of Fenelon, Archbishop pf Cambray. Published by James Loring, CXXXII (132)… (1179-1261) Learn More »
REGULATION NCO SHOULDER BELT FOR SWORD AND BAYONET WITH REPRO EAGLE PLATE
Offered is an original Civil War-era leather shoulder belt set up to hold the sword and bayonet of non-commissioned officers. It comes with a reproduction 1826 Eagle plate. This adjustable shoulder… (2025-2037) Learn More »
STRIKING 1/6 PLATE TINTYPE – YOUNG US CAVALRYMAN
Featured in this image is a young man, perhaps no more than a teenager, in his mounted services uniform. Seated next to a decorative banister, his regulation dress hat rests on the railing complete… (2025-894) Learn More »
$450.00
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COLLECTION OF SPENCER CARBINE & RIFLE CARTRIDGES
Displayed in a case with cut mat and labeled, are nine different copper-cased rimfire Spencer cartridges with the one Civil War-era Spencer bullet. Included is the one .56-56 cartridge which is… (2025-2609) Learn More »
$150.00
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MAY 1, 1865, GREENSBORO PAROLE OF THOMAS J. CLAXTON, 13th TENNESSEE AND 2nd CONSOLIDATED TENNESSEE: SAW ACTION FROM SHILOH THROUGH THE CAROLINAS
Excellent condition, scarce May 1, 1865, parole for Tennessee Confederate Thomas J. Claxton, who served in Co. A, 13th Tennessee from December 1861 to the surrender in 1865, with the regiment at the… (1300-61) Learn More »
“WHITTINGTON” TRAVEL CHESS SET OF MAJOR EDWARD HOWARD
Offered here is an antique Whittington travel chess set with engraved plaque on the lid to “Major Edwd. Howard. / Washington, D.C.” This portable Chess Set measures 8″ x 4″ x 4″ when folded… (1266-177) Learn More »
CIRCA 1780-1820 LARGE, FREE BLOWN LEAD GLASS TUMBER
Large free blown lead glass tumbler with an open pontil. These large tumblers (this one is almost 8 inches tall) historically had many uses. Whether for drinking beer, or communally sharing hard… (1239-87) Learn More »
CIRCA 1820-1840 CUT GLASS SWEETMEAT JAR / SUGAR BOWL
Cut sweetmeat jar that could be used as a sugar bowl. This jar was made in either the US or England 1820-1840. It is beautifully cut with a wide band of strawberry diamonds on the original cover… (1239-86) Learn More »
$45.00
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CIRCA 1830-1845 AMERICAN PINT DECANTER
This beautiful, heavy American pint decanter is cut in the Sheaf of Wheat pattern. This is one of the most desirable and highly collected early American patterns. President Andrew Jackson owned… (1239-83) Learn More »
$70.00
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VERY NICE MODEL 1860 SPENCER CARBINE
Produced by the Spencer Rifle Company of Boston, Massachusetts, this Model 1860 Spencer breechloading repeating carbine is in very good original condition. The carbine, which fired the .52 caliber,… (2025-2400) Learn More »
$3,100.00
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IMPRESSIVE SILK AMERICAN MILITARY FLAG
At first glimpse this now 29 inch by 29-inch hand painted white silk flag appears to be of Civil War vintage, and although that may be exactly what it is, it is not impossible that it dates a half a… (2025-1887) Learn More »
SOUTH CAROLINA 1855 $10 BILL SIGNED BY FUTURE CONFEDERATE GENERAL CLEMENT STEVENS
An original piece of Southern money, being a $10 bill from the Planters & Mechanics Bank of South Carolina. A spread-winged eagle is at center. Dated 6 Sept. 1855. Plate C. Serial number 30 in… (825-133) Learn More »
T-59 CONFEDERATE 1863 $10 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $10 CSA T-59 bill featuring the South Carolina State Capitol building in Columbia and Secretary of State R.M.T. Hunter on the right. Dated April 6,… (825-117) Learn More »
$175.00
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T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train (with white steam) in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a… (825-131) Learn More »
T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train (with muted steam) in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a… (825-124) Learn More »
T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train (with muted steam) in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a… (825-123) Learn More »
$75.00
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T-65 CONFEDERATE 1864 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-65 bill featuring Lucy Pickens, the wife of the governor of South Carolina during the war at center, two soldiers on left side, and… (825-116) Learn More »
$165.00
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MAKER MARKED CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SWIVEL HOOK
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 ½”… (1304-112) Learn More »
$75.00
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MINTY .69 CALIBER M1816/1842 MUSKET BALL SCREW
This is a non-excavated Civil War musket accessory. It is an iron appendage that could screw onto the threaded ramrod end to enable a soldier to “pull” a bullet and unload his musket. The piece… (2025-645) Learn More »
$75.00
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BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER, POCKET MODEL REVOLVERS
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber "Pocket Model" revolvers. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. Unmarked, swinging sprue cutter is attached to the top. Cavities remain… (2025-640) Learn More »
STARR CARBINE – SN “13622” – GOOD CONDITION
Between 1861 and 1864 over 20,000 percussion model carbines were produced by the Starr Arms Company - a .54 caliber with a barrel length of 21 inches, overall length of 37.65 inches. Barrel has much… (1099-45) Learn More »
LATE-1863 PATTERN 1859 MCCLELLAN SADDLE
For consideration is this original Model 1859 McClellan saddle, the most widely used model by United States mounted troops during the Civil War. In excellent condition overall, this wartime… (413-228) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE IN IT'S GOLDEN AGE, ANNOTATED SECOND EDITION
Written by Joe Kindig, Jr. Longrifle Series, York, Pennsylvania: George Shumway, 2002. Annotated Second Edition. Hardcover. 562 pages. Illustrated with black and white pictures of various rifles.… (205-183) Learn More »
REMARKABLE LETTER FROM USS FOREST ROSE – NEAR FORT DERUSSEY, LA – EX-COCO COLLECTION
In February 1864, six-year-old James V. Johnston visited his father, Captain John V. Johnston, aboard the USS Forest Rose gunboat on the Mississippi River’s peaceful waters. As the boat approached… (1300-96) Learn More »
$200.00
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ELEY LONDON, PERCUSSION CAP TIN FOR REVOLVERS
Tin measures 1.55” in diameter x 0.61” tall. Raised lettering on the top of lid reads, “ELEY / LONDON”. Tin still full of the original caps. All the japanned finish is gone. A nice… (1304-96) Learn More »
$75.00
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U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
This U.S. shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face shows wear to raised areas. Brass has… (1304-97) Learn More »
$250.00
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EXCELLENT CONDITION U.S. M-1855 SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD
This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets. Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a bright shiny surface overall with scattered small gray… (2024-325) Learn More »
UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY MILLARD – DATED 1862
Produced under the smallest government contract for sabers (10,000) by the D. J. Millard Company’s manufacturing center in Clayville, New York, this early production weapon is a M1860 Light Cavalry… (1304-14) Learn More »
STATE OF TEXAS $10 TREASURY WARRANT, DATED 1864, SIGNED BY PRINCIPAL OF TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
A “Treasury Warrant" refers to a piece of state-issued paper money, from the Civil War era, that served as a form of currency backed by the state's credit to finance its activities during the… (825-127) Learn More »
STATE OF TEXAS $2.50 TREASURY WARRANT, DATED 1862
A “Treasury Warrant" refers to a piece of state-issued paper money, from the Civil War era, that served as a form of currency backed by the state's credit to finance its activities during the… (825-125) Learn More »
T-44 CONFEDERATE 1862 $1 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $2 CSA T-44 bill featuring a steamship at top, and Lucy Holcomb Pickens, the first lady of South Carolina at right, and Liberty at left. Pickens… (2025-2279) Learn More »
T-42 CONFEDERATE 1862 $2 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $2 CSA T-42 bill featuring an allegorical vignette that represents the "South striking down the Union" and reflects Southern optimism early in the… (2025-2278) Learn More »
T-59 CONFEDERATE 1863 $10 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $10 CSA T-59 bill featuring the South Carolina State Capitol building in Columbia and Secretary of State R.M.T. Hunter on the right. Dated April 6,… (2025-2273) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL FREDERICK LANDER
This carte de viste engraving of General Lander is a three-quarter standing studio portrait of him in uniform. He wears double-breasted frock with fringed dress epaulettes, sash, and sword belt.… (2025-1083) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL SILAS CASEY
Here is a fine photograph of General Silas Casey in uniform. In this seated pose, he wears a double-breasted frock with general’s shoulder straps. He also wears a sash, officer’s sword belt, with… (2025-1044) Learn More »
$125.00
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.44 CALIBER PAPER CARTRIDGES FOR COLT, REMINGTON, & OTHER “ARMY” REVOLVERS
We have a quantity of Civil War cartridges for .44 caliber “Army” revolvers. These are paper cartridges with the short, New Model Colt bullet in them made by the Colt Cartridge Works. All… (2024-1527) Learn More »
$50.00 Each
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U.S. NAVY “FOULED ANCHOR” POWDER FLASK BY ADAMS, DATED 1848
The last contract was awarded to George Adams for 1,200 flasks and these were produced in 1846 and 1848. The Adams contract references the Deringer Box Lock Navy Pistol contract, suggesting these… (172-6146) Learn More »
EXCELLENT CONDITION U.S. M-1855 SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD
This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets. Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a bright shiny surface overall with a very attractive blade. Complete… (2024-322) Learn More »
¼ PLATE TINTYPE, SHOULDER STRAPS & HAT INSIGNIA – CAPT. E.T. WILSON, 2ND N.Y. VOLS.
Tintype photograph features Captain Edgar T. Wilson in uniform with sword. The quarter plate is approximately 3” x 4” within a typical velvet lined case. Captain Wilson wears a single-breasted… (2025-900) Learn More »
RELIC FAYETTEVILLE SABER BAYONET
After the Harpers Ferry Armory was seized by Virginia forces in 1861, the machinery for making rifle muskets went to Richmond and that for the 1855 rifle went to Fayetteville, where it finally began… (2024-351) Learn More »
NOTE WRITTEN BY SIGNER OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE: BENJAMIN HARRISON
12.5 inches by just under 1 inch; paper is mounted on backing to support it. This document is likely from a ledger or journal. It reads: “1771 Dr. Mr. William Palfrey in acct current with Benj.… (1305-02) Learn More »
$500.00
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PROMOTED CAPTAIN ON THE SPOT ON THE BATTLEFIELD OF BENTONVILLE - THE EFFECTS OF DWIGHT DIVINE
This grouping includes a Kepi, a greatcoat, a sash and a pair of "full dress" epaulettes all belonging to 2nd Lieutenant to Major Dwight Divine, 143rd New York Infantry. For the history of the 143rd New York infantry please follow this link… (1268-309). Learn More »
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