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COLLECTION OF FIRED BULLETS PICKED UP FROM “ROUND TOP & CULP’S HILL”

COLLECTION OF FIRED BULLETS PICKED UP FROM “ROUND TOP & CULP’S HILL”

Offered here is a Riker case filled with 16 assorted Civil War bullets. All in fired condition and with very light patina as they were gathered from the Gettysburg battlefield in 1866. Also included… (286-1285) Learn More »

NICE GALLAGER CARBINE

NICE GALLAGER CARBINE

Gallager carbines saw extensive use during the Civil War. The 22 ¼” round barrel has flip up rear sight and heavy blade front sight. Surface is smooth with scattered mottling and retains some… (490-3710) Learn More »

NEW MODEL 1863 SHARPS CARBINE

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… (2023-3265) Learn More »

NEW YORK HERALD TRIBUNE [BATTLE OF CEDAR CREEK]—OCTOBER 21, 1864

NEW YORK HERALD TRIBUNE [BATTLE OF CEDAR CREEK]—OCTOBER 21, 1864

Whole. No. 10,281. 8 pp., 6 columns. Front page features magnificent center map, 9.5” x 11”, titled: “SHERIDAN’S BATTLE FIELD. Scene of Splendid Union Victory in Shenandoah Valley on… (1178-1812) Learn More »

$45.00
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CAVALRY CORPORAL 5-BUTTON FATIGUE BLOUSE

CAVALRY CORPORAL 5-BUTTON FATIGUE BLOUSE

This 5-button blouse has three 1883 style US general service eagle buttons, one Pennsylvania National Guard button, and one Civil War general service eagle button down the front, and two 1883 style… (1235-23) Learn More »

REVOLUTIONARY WAR IRON CANISTER BALL FROM MARY ANN FURNACE, HANOVER, PA

REVOLUTIONARY WAR IRON CANISTER BALL FROM MARY ANN FURNACE, HANOVER, PA

Offered here is a small iron canister ball. Measures approximately 0.91” in diameter. In rusty, but stable excavated condition. Recovered from Mary Ann Furnace south of Hanover, PA. Built in 1762,… (1235-73) Learn More »

$20.00
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REVOLUTIONARY WAR IRON CANISTER BALL FROM MARY ANN FURNACE, HANOVER, PA

REVOLUTIONARY WAR IRON CANISTER BALL FROM MARY ANN FURNACE, HANOVER, PA

Offered here is a small iron canister ball. Measures approximately 0.91” in diameter. In rusty, but stable excavated condition. Recovered from Mary Ann Furnace south of Hanover, PA. Built in 1762,… (1235-72) Learn More »

$20.00
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RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR CHANCELLORSVILLE, VA

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR CHANCELLORSVILLE, VA

A Model 1839 cartridge box plate with central “US”. Plate shows great green patina. There is a slight reverse curl of the edge and several freeze cracks, but no severe damage. Reverse has 100% of… (1235-71) Learn More »

RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE

RELIC, US PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE -- CHANCELLORSVILLE

This US shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face is smooth and retains fine detail. Even… (1235-70) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR US NAVY LT. COMMANDER’S COAT AND BUCKLE OF ALEXANDER COLE RHIND - USS CONSTELLATION, USS CRUSADER, USS KEOKUK, FOUGHT CS BATTERIES AT DEEP BOTTOM, COMMANDED A “POWDER BOAT” AGAINST FT. FISHER, LATER REAR ADMIRAL

CIVIL WAR US NAVY LT. COMMANDER’S COAT AND BUCKLE OF ALEXANDER COLE RHIND - USS CONSTELLATION, USS CRUSADER, USS KEOKUK, FOUGHT CS BATTERIES AT DEEP BOTTOM, COMMANDED A “POWDER BOAT” AGAINST FT. FISHER, LATER REAR ADMIRAL

This is a very appealing regulation Civil War navy officer’s frock coat with interesting history. The coat is very dark blue, almost black, double-breasted with two rows of 9 US Navy officer’s… (1179-650) Learn More »

SEATED VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL ALFRED TORBERT – BY BRADY

SEATED VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL ALFRED TORBERT – BY BRADY

Image is of Torbert from the waist-up. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with black felt collar and cuffs and major-general’s shoulder straps. Contrast and clarity are excellent as are the… (160-398) Learn More »

VERY NICE SEATED VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT HANCOCK – COMMANDER OF THE 2ND CORPS AT GETTYSBURG

VERY NICE SEATED VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT HANCOCK – COMMANDER OF THE 2ND CORPS AT GETTYSBURG

Hancock is posed seated in a chair with his left hand on his lap and his right arm leaning on a table. He is wearing a dark double-breasted frock coat with black felt collar and cuffs with major… (160-396) Learn More »

$150.00
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FULL STANDING CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL AMBROSE BURNSIDE BY BRADY

FULL STANDING CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL AMBROSE BURNSIDE BY BRADY

Full standing view of Burnside posed with one arm resting on the base of a column. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with black felt collar and cuffs and matching trousers. Contrast and… (160-390) Learn More »

$115.00
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WAIST-UP CDV OF GENERAL McCLELLAN IN A TYPICAL NAPOLEONIC POSE

WAIST-UP CDV OF GENERAL McCLELLAN IN A TYPICAL NAPOLEONIC POSE

Closer than normal view of McClellan posed with one hand thrust in his coat. He wears a double-breasted dark frock coat with black felt collar and cuffs with major general shoulder straps. Contrast… (160-388) Learn More »

$175.00
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SEATED VIEW OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT

SEATED VIEW OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT

Scott is posed seated in front of a window with one hand resting on the hilt of his presentation grade sword with a perched eagle on the pommel. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with brush… (160-375) Learn More »

$95.00
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CDV OF GENERAL JAMES B. MCPHERSON

CDV OF GENERAL JAMES B. MCPHERSON

Image is a seated view of the General from the waist-up. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with black felt collar and major general’s shoulder straps. Contrast and clarity are excellent.… (160-374) Learn More »

CABINET CARD PHOTOGRAPH OF THE PRESENTATION GRADE SWORD GIVEN TO RAPHAEL SEMMES BY FRENCH OFFICERS AFTER THE SINKING OF THE ALABAMA

CABINET CARD PHOTOGRAPH OF THE PRESENTATION GRADE SWORD GIVEN TO RAPHAEL SEMMES BY FRENCH OFFICERS AFTER THE SINKING OF THE ALABAMA

The card depicts a very ornate sword in a brass scabbard with attached raised decorations of floral work, cannons, scrolls etc. Bottom of the card is marked “REED… MOBILE, ALA. Bottom right corner… (160-545) Learn More »

$450.00
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US M1884/85 DETACHABLE INFANTRY OVERCOAT CAPE

US M1884/85 DETACHABLE INFANTRY OVERCOAT CAPE

The Model 1884 overcoat introduced the detachable cape with colored branch-of-service lining. There was some discussion of making it white for infantry to follow the adoption of that branch of service… (1235-427) Learn More »

$300.00
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CIRCA1904-1917 ARMY DRESS TROUSERS

CIRCA1904-1917 ARMY DRESS TROUSERS

These trousers are the saxony blue color adopted by the US army about 1885 as a solution to the instability and varying shades of the lighter blue trousers. They have the single hip pocket on the… (1235-429) Learn More »

M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: ANTIETAM; O.T. REILLY COLLECTION

M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: ANTIETAM; O.T. REILLY COLLECTION

A nice example of the regulation US Model 1851 sword belt plate. This is an early version of the enlisted sword belt plate issued to cavalry, mounted artillery, infantry sergeants, and others who… (286-1301) Learn More »

NON-DUG M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: CAVALRY, MOUNTED ARTILLERY

NON-DUG M1851 SWORD BELT PLATE: CAVALRY, MOUNTED ARTILLERY

A nice example of the regulation US Model 1851 sword belt plate issued to enlisted cavalrymen and mounted artillerymen carrying sabers. The overall pattern was introduced in 1851 for sword belts in… (286-1300) Learn More »

P1853 ENFIELD SOCKET BAYONET MADE INTO POT/BODY HOOK

P1853 ENFIELD SOCKET BAYONET MADE INTO POT/BODY HOOK

This is an excavated relic. Iron Enfield bayonet is rusty and pitted but very solid and stable. The tip of the blade was bent into a hook shape. These are undoubtedly soldier-made pot hooks. However,… (490-6760) Learn More »

VERY RARE STATE OF OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE

VERY RARE STATE OF OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BREAST PLATE

Circular plate very similar to the Pattern 1826 eagle cartridge box breast plate but instead of the usual eagle this plate bears the State of Ohio coat of arms. The face of the plate has a nice mellow… (490-6756) Learn More »

MARKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

MARKER MARKED PATTERN 1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

The face of the plate has a strongly stamped “US” with scattered minor scratches and dings and dents. Edges show some wear from use. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill with both arrow hooks and… (2023-2363) Learn More »

$215.00
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PENNSYLVANIA CAPTAIN’S COMMISSION FOR ELI DAUGHTERY - CO. K, 210TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

PENNSYLVANIA CAPTAIN’S COMMISSION FOR ELI DAUGHTERY - CO. K, 210TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

Dated Harrisburg, PA, 7 November 1864. Pre-printed state commission document, 16” x 13, w/ state seal, signed by Eli Slifer, Secretary of the Commonwealth.  Double matted in gray & black,… (2024-221) Learn More »

HISTORY OF THE TWELFTH REGIMENT NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEERS IN THE WAR OF THE REBELLION

HISTORY OF THE TWELFTH REGIMENT NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEERS IN THE WAR OF THE REBELLION

Both Civil War Books and the Union Bookshelf comment “Not as widely publicized as some other regimental histories, this volume is among the best of the northern unit histories.” That may even be… (1180-156) Learn More »

EARLY 20TH CENTURY PHOTO BY TIPTON OF A FAMILY AT DEVIL’S DEN

EARLY 20TH CENTURY PHOTO BY TIPTON OF A FAMILY AT DEVIL’S DEN

Tipton Devil’s Den photo of a family, car and what appears to be a battlefield guide.  Photo is 7” x 9” mounted to 10” x 12” board embossed “W. H. Tipton/3 Main St/Gettysburg, PA”. … (635-557) Learn More »

VIEWS OF THE GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD

VIEWS OF THE GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD

Views of the Gettysburg Battlefield with 17 fold-out pages of monuments and Gettysburg views.  Hard covers with views still attached.  From Tipton photos, published by Chisholm Brothers Portland… (635-558) Learn More »

$40.00
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SMALL SOUVENIR GETTYSBURG 1863 CENTENNIAL BRICK

SMALL SOUVENIR GETTYSBURG 1863 CENTENNIAL BRICK

Light reddish in color brick is 2” x 4” x 1” thick.  In excellent condition with crisp lettering. [dm][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON… (635-567) Learn More »

$45.00
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C1950’S TOPOGRAPHICAL RELIEF MAP OF GETTYSBURG

C1950’S TOPOGRAPHICAL RELIEF MAP OF GETTYSBURG

This is a circa 1950s relief map of Gettysburg produced from a copy of General G.K. Warren's map from the Atlas to Accompany the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies 1861-1865.  This… (635-551) Learn More »

INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S SOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S SOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and appears to be the 1877 pattern army sock, which was medium gray in color, had white toes, and the weave of the heel running parallel with the… (1052-592) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR - INDIAN WAR SOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

CIVIL WAR - INDIAN WAR SOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, a fort established in 1870 and in operation into the 1890s. The dig was conducted on private property with the owner’s permission and has yielded… (1052-581) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR UNIFORM DRESS COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA

CIVIL WAR UNIFORM DRESS COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA

These section of lapel and coat lining from a Civil War US army dress coat was discarded by a soldier at Fort Pembina, ND, where it was recently recovered from excavations in wet, anaerobic soil that… (1052-567) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR UNIFORM DRESS COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA

CIVIL WAR UNIFORM DRESS COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA

These two pieces come from a US army dress coat discarded by a soldier at Fort Pembina, ND, and recovered there from excavations in wet, anaerobic soil that has preserved leather and cloth in… (1052-566) Learn More »

MODEL 1882 MAYNARD “IMPROVED HUNTING OR TARGET RIFLE, NO. 9”

MODEL 1882 MAYNARD “IMPROVED HUNTING OR TARGET RIFLE, NO. 9”

Here is a .35 caliber, Maynard “Improved Hunting or Target Rifle, Number 9” by Massachusetts Arms Company. The single-shot, breech-loading Maynard rifle used a thick-rim primed metallic cartridge… (490-6136) Learn More »

SCHENKL PERCUSSION FUSE FROM THE WILDERNESS

SCHENKL PERCUSSION FUSE FROM THE WILDERNESS

Excavated brass fuse for Schenkl artillery shell. Nice green patina. Old collector reference number taped to fuse. Patent information on top is slightly mashed up from impact. Recovered from the… (490-6749) Learn More »

$35.00
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ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM COLD HARBOR, SPOTSYLVANIA, AND WILDERNESS

ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM COLD HARBOR, SPOTSYLVANIA, AND WILDERNESS

Here is a wood display case 10” x 18” with fine cedar tone. Inside are relics recovered Cold Harbor, Spotsylvania, and the Wilderness. A relic from Cold Harbor is the brass tip from a… (1235-69) Learn More »

ATTRACTIVE OCTAGONAL WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM ANTIETAM CAMPAIGN

ATTRACTIVE OCTAGONAL WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM ANTIETAM CAMPAIGN

Here is a wood display case, octagonal, 12” x 12” with fine tan wood tone. Inside are relics recovered Antietam, Fox’s Gap, and Crampton’s Gap. A fine dropped specimen of a .69 caliber… (1235-68) Learn More »

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

This is a Confederate .58 caliber Gardner Patent Minie Ball bullet recovered from Culp’s Hill in Gettysburg. It is in dropped condition.  [AS] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (R21006) Learn More »

$25.00
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CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

This is a Confederate .58 caliber Gardner Patent Minie Ball bullet recovered from Culp’s Hill in Gettysburg. It is in dropped condition.  [AS] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (R21005) Learn More »

$25.00
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CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

This is a Confederate .58 caliber Gardner Patent Minie Ball bullet recovered from Culp’s Hill in Gettysburg. It is in dropped condition.  [AS] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (R21004) Learn More »

$25.00
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CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

This is a Confederate .58 caliber Gardner Patent Minie Ball bullet recovered from Culp’s Hill in Gettysburg. It is in dropped condition.  [AS] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (R21002) Learn More »

$25.00
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CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

This is a Confederate .58 caliber Gardner Patent Minie Ball bullet recovered from Culp’s Hill in Gettysburg. It is in dropped condition.  [AS] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (R21001) Learn More »

$25.00
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CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

CS .58 CALIBER GARDNER PATENT MINIE BALL RECOVERED FROM CULP’S HILL GETTYSBURG

This is a Confederate .58 caliber Gardner Patent Minie Ball bullet recovered from Culp’s Hill in Gettysburg. It is in dropped condition.  [AS] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM,… (R21000) Learn More »

$25.00
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VERY NICE CONTRACTOR AND INSPECTOR MARKED CIVIL WAR US CAVALRY SHELL JACKET

VERY NICE CONTRACTOR AND INSPECTOR MARKED CIVIL WAR US CAVALRY SHELL JACKET

This regulation US cavalry shell jacket has great color, very good condition, and wonderful maker and inspector markings in the sleeves. This pattern of short, dark blue jacket was made regulation in… (1235-48) Learn More »

VERY NICE TIN-SPOUT CINCINNATI DEPOT CANTEEN, INSPECTOR MARKED

VERY NICE TIN-SPOUT CINCINNATI DEPOT CANTEEN, INSPECTOR MARKED

This is a great example of a regulation Civil War canteen with full cover, strap, stopper and string cord. The cover is complete, tight, with no holes, just light wear and some dark and light stains.… (1179-619) Learn More »

VERY SCARCE CONFEDERATE CAVALRY CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH INITIALS

VERY SCARCE CONFEDERATE CAVALRY CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH INITIALS

This a very scarce, “no-doubt-about-it,” Confederate cavalry carbine cartridge box. Made of black leather, the box still retains its tinned-iron liner with a single divider, enabling it to carry… (1213-02) Learn More »

$1,450.00
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REPRODUCTION LEMAT PISTOL WITH HOLSTER

REPRODUCTION LEMAT PISTOL WITH HOLSTER

Beautiful conditioned .44 Lemat revolver manufactured by Navy Arms. Revolver is serial number 436. Revolver barrel is 6.75 inches long with a 5.00 inch smoothbore buckshot barrel underneath. Bores of… (922-31) Learn More »

$1,350.00
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RARE DUPONT HAND GRENADE CAP TIN

RARE DUPONT HAND GRENADE CAP TIN

Civil War hand grenade cap tin with printed paper label; empty. Tin with separate lid. Measures 2.5” x 2” x 1.5”. The label reads, “100 / Du PONT SPECIAL / HAND GRENADE / CAPS”. Possibly… (490-6772) Learn More »

US QUARTERMASTER DEPT MARKED PLATE FROM FORT PEMBINA

US QUARTERMASTER DEPT MARKED PLATE FROM FORT PEMBINA

This broken ironstone china plate is stamped on the back by the Greenwood China Company of Trenton, N.J., and also clearly stamped in blue “U.S.Q.M.D.” indicating it was army property issued… (1052-462) Learn More »

$20.00
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PIECE OF ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

PIECE OF ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

This piece of a U.S. Army blanket comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, where wet, anaerobic soil conditions produced not only leather gear, but cloth in amazingly good condition. This shows… (1052-607) Learn More »

SCARCE CIVIL WAR PONCHO OR “GUM BLANKET” FRAGMENT

SCARCE CIVIL WAR PONCHO OR “GUM BLANKET” FRAGMENT

Civil War period ponchos and rubber blankets are extremely scarce despite being widely used and valued by troops in the field. They were so useful at home as to be used up by veterans and their… (1052-628) Learn More »

MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX FROM FORT PEMBINA

MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX FROM FORT PEMBINA

The McKeever pattern cartridge box was adopted in 1874, went into production in 1875, and remained in service for several decades with minor changes. The box had a front and back section opening at… (1052-1115) Learn More »

$45.00
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MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX FROM FORT PEMBINA

MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX FROM FORT PEMBINA

This McKeever pattern cartridge box comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and includes the front and back sections of the box, with the fastening stud in place on the top of the front and… (1052-1113) Learn More »

$95.00
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MUSTER ROLL OF CAPTAIN SPEAR’S COMPANY, 23RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY (3 MONTH REGIMENT)

MUSTER ROLL OF CAPTAIN SPEAR’S COMPANY, 23RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY (3 MONTH REGIMENT)

Standard Government muster roll, 33” x 20.  Lists 64 names. Signed Captain Hiram K. Spears, June 30th 1861, Camp near Downsville, MD. Exhibits wear and chipping near extremities. Old tape repairs… (1154-32) Learn More »

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR MAUCHLINE WARE BOX

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR MAUCHLINE WARE BOX

Gettysburg souvenir Mauchline ware box.  Detailed transfer on lid reads “High Water Mark of the Rebellion, Gettysburg, PA.”  Mauchline ware souvenirs were made in Scotland using sycamore wood… (635-569) Learn More »

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG METAL TRAY – LEE & MEADE’S HQ’S

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG METAL TRAY – LEE & MEADE’S HQ’S

50th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg 1913 pot metal pin tray with profiles of Lee and Meade and their battle headquarters.  Made in Japan, imported by A.C. Bosselman. New York.  Very good… (635-565) Learn More »

SCARCE 1858 DATED AMES LIGHT CAVALRY SABER

SCARCE 1858 DATED AMES LIGHT CAVALRY SABER

Although called the U.S. Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber in collector shorthand, production of the pattern was the topic of discussion between Ames and U.S. Ordnance in late 1856 and deliveries started… (490-3018) Learn More »

CDV OF THE WABANK HOUSE IN LITITZ, PENNSYLVANIA

CDV OF THE WABANK HOUSE IN LITITZ, PENNSYLVANIA

This outdoor image was taken between 1864 and 1873. It shows the four-story Wabank House on Broad Street in Lititz. The hotel originally stood in Lancaster and opened its doors in 1855. In the summer… (670-08) Learn More »

$145.00
Originally $180.00

CDV OF HUGH JUDSON KILPATRICK BY BRADY

CDV OF HUGH JUDSON KILPATRICK BY BRADY

This full standing view of Kilpatrick shows him posed with his hands in the pocket of his coat. He is wearing a dark kepi with the single star of a brigadier general on the front of the crown, a dark… (160-373) Learn More »

$175.00
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FULL LENGTH SEATED CDV OF GENERAL BEN BUTLER

FULL LENGTH SEATED CDV OF GENERAL BEN BUTLER

Image shows Butler seated in a chair facing slightly to the right. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with major general’s shoulder straps with a string of oak leaves on each side of his… (160-248) Learn More »

THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL EDWIN V. SUMNER WITH PARTIAL ALBUM PAGE – IMAGE BY BRADY

THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL EDWIN V. SUMNER WITH PARTIAL ALBUM PAGE – IMAGE BY BRADY

CDV shows Sumner standing in a partial left profile wearing a dark cape with a black felt collar over a dark double-breasted frock coat also with a black felt collar and cuffs and matching dark… (160-406) Learn More »

CDV BUST VIEW OF PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN

CDV BUST VIEW OF PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN

Good bust view of President Lincoln from life and NOT a lithograph. The President is posed in a slight right profile. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount and paper have light surface dirt. Top… (160-344) Learn More »

$50.00
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LITHOGRAPH CDV OF “JEFF IN PETTICOATS”

LITHOGRAPH CDV OF “JEFF IN PETTICOATS”

Image is a lithograph of Confederate President Jefferson Davis running in women’s clothing with his bonnet falling off and exposing the hoop of his skirt. He holds a dagger in his right hand. Bottom… (160-274) Learn More »

WAIST-UP SEATED VIEW OF US NAVY MASTER JAMES OGILIVE

WAIST-UP SEATED VIEW OF US NAVY MASTER JAMES OGILIVE

CDV shows Ogilvie seated at a table in the classic Napoleonic pose with one hand tucked in his coat. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with the shoulder straps of a Master. He also wears a… (160-488) Learn More »

CDV OF US NAVAL OFFICER FROM THE USS MOHICAN TAKEN IN PANAMA IN 1867

CDV OF US NAVAL OFFICER FROM THE USS MOHICAN TAKEN IN PANAMA IN 1867

Image is a chest up view of a young unidentified commander or lieutenant-commander of supply. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with the appropriate shoulder straps and a matching vest with… (160-482) Learn More »

FULL STANDING CIVILIAN VIEW OF CONFEDERATE MARYLAND ARTILLERYMAN

FULL STANDING CIVILIAN VIEW OF CONFEDERATE MARYLAND ARTILLERYMAN

CDV is of William Wirt Robinson standing cross-legged and leaning against a podium. He wears a light-colored civilian suit with a white shirt and dark bowtie. Just visible by his side is a hat with an… (2023-2940) Learn More »

1997 FIRST PRINTING COPY OF “COLLIS’ ZOUAVES”

1997 FIRST PRINTING COPY OF “COLLIS’ ZOUAVES”

The full title of this volume is “COLLIS’ ZOUAVES. THE 114TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS IN THE CIVIL WAR” by Edward J. Hagerty and published by Louisiana State University Press of Baton Rouge,… (1180-151) Learn More »

$25.00
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LIKE NEW COPY OF “HISTORY OF THE BUCKTAILS” 13TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES

LIKE NEW COPY OF “HISTORY OF THE BUCKTAILS” 13TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES

Title page reads “HISTORY OF THE ‘BUCKTAILS’ KANE RIFLE REGIMENT OF THE PENNSYLVANIA RESERVE CORPS (13TH PENNSYLVANIA RESERVES, 42ND OF THE LINE)” by O. R. Howard Thomson & William H.… (1180-150) Learn More »

SECOND EDITION COPY OF “THE DESTRUCTION OF THE WELDON RAILROAD

SECOND EDITION COPY OF “THE DESTRUCTION OF THE WELDON RAILROAD

This title was part of The Virginia Civil War Battles and Leaders Series produced by H. E. Howard during the 1980’s and ‘90’s. The full title of this volume is “THE PETERSBURG CAMPAIGN – THE… (1180-171) Learn More »

SECOND EDITION STUDY OF THE MINE RUN CAMPAIGN

SECOND EDITION STUDY OF THE MINE RUN CAMPAIGN

This title was part of The Virginia Civil War Battles and Leaders Series produced by H. E. Howard during the 1980’s and ‘90’s. The full title of this volume is “MINE RUN: A CAMPAIGN OF LOST… (1180-169) Learn More »

HANCOCK’S VETERAN CORPS BADGE

HANCOCK’S VETERAN CORPS BADGE

Sometimes confused with the Veteran Reserve Corps, or the earlier First Army Corps in the Army of the Potomac, Hancock’s Veteran Corps (sometimes referred to as Hancock’s First Veteran Corps) was… (1179-640) Learn More »

EIGHTH CORPS BADGE

EIGHTH CORPS BADGE

Use of this badge is complicated by confusion between the 8th Corps, which technically was under Lew Wallace and guarded the B&O Railroad in 1864 and George Crook’s “Army of West Virginia,”… (1179-637) Learn More »

FIRST CORPS HEADQUARTERS BADGE

FIRST CORPS HEADQUARTERS BADGE

Circular badge with T-bar pin fastener in place on the reverse. The face is filled with red, white and blue enamel or paint in a pinwheel fashion, in good condition. The silvered frame and dividers… (1179-635) Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN BY SID KERKSIS IN 1966

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT KENNESAW MOUNTAIN BY SID KERKSIS IN 1966

This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Kennesaw Mountain by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1480) Learn More »

$495.00
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CONFEDERATE .58 CALIBER “NO-RING” GARDNER BULLET FROM GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN (WILLIAMSPORT)

CONFEDERATE .58 CALIBER “NO-RING” GARDNER BULLET FROM GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN (WILLIAMSPORT)

This is a perfect example of a so-called “No-Ring” Gardner bullet. This is a large, .58 caliber Confederate Gardner bullet that features two faint grooves instead of the typical deep grooves. This… (236-823) Learn More »

$35.00
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US CIVIL WAR FEDERAL ISSUE FORAGE CAP WITH MAKER’S LABEL

US CIVIL WAR FEDERAL ISSUE FORAGE CAP WITH MAKER’S LABEL

Cap is made of a dark blue wool and is in overall good condition. The base of the cap has numerous small moth bites with several that could be considered small holes. These are mostly on the back of… (149-36) Learn More »

$2,250.00
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CDV LITHOGRAPH OF MONUMENT TO THE 77TH NEW YORK INFANTRY

CDV LITHOGRAPH OF MONUMENT TO THE 77TH NEW YORK INFANTRY

Image shows the monument to the 77th New York Volunteer Infantry which stands in Congress Park in Saratoga Springs, New York. It was erected in 1875 by veterans of the regiment. Paper has some light… (160-327) Learn More »

VIEW OF SHELL DAMAGE ABOARD THE CONFEDERATE SHIP CSS TEASER – IMAGE #483 OF “BRADY’S ALBUM GALLERY”

VIEW OF SHELL DAMAGE ABOARD THE CONFEDERATE SHIP CSS TEASER – IMAGE #483 OF “BRADY’S ALBUM GALLERY”

Image shows part of the deck of the CSS TEASER. Visible in the foreground is a large hole with broken timbers caused by a shell. In the background one can see further up the deck past part of the… (160-371) Learn More »

LITHOGRAPH CDV OF THE CAPTURE AND DEATH OF JOHN WILKES BOOTH

LITHOGRAPH CDV OF THE CAPTURE AND DEATH OF JOHN WILKES BOOTH

Lithograph shows a burning tobacco barn with Booth at center throwing up his arms and dropping his crutches while off to the side is a figure representing Sergeant Boston Corbett looking through a… (160-346) Learn More »

$150.00
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AUTOGRAPHED FIRST EDITION COPY OF THE HISTORY OF THE 26TH GEORGIA INFANTRY

AUTOGRAPHED FIRST EDITION COPY OF THE HISTORY OF THE 26TH GEORGIA INFANTRY

Title page reads “SOUTH GEORGIA REBELS: THE TRUE WARTIME EXPERIENCES OF THE 26TH GEORGIA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY. LAWTON – GORDON – EVANS BRIGADE, CONFEDERATE STATES ARMY 1861-1865” by Alton J.… (1180-178) Learn More »

MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX FROM FORT PEMBINA

MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX FROM FORT PEMBINA

This McKeever pattern cartridge box comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and preserved the front of the box with the fastening stud in place on the top of the front and the embossed US in… (1052-1114) Learn More »

SCARCE CIVIL WAR INDIA RUBBER BLANKET OR PONCHO FRAGMENT  PONCHO FRAGMENT

SCARCE CIVIL WAR INDIA RUBBER BLANKET OR PONCHO FRAGMENT

Excavated portion of a Civil War poncho or rubber blanket. This is a rough rectangle, preserving one edge with its binding intact and one of the brass grommets, with its diamond/square shaped… (1052-570) Learn More »

SCARCE CIVIL WAR INDIA RUBBER BLANKET OR PONCHO FRAGMENT

SCARCE CIVIL WAR INDIA RUBBER BLANKET OR PONCHO FRAGMENT

Excavated portion of a Civil War poncho or rubber blanket. This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina in North Dakota, an army post garrisoned from 1870 to 1895. They were supplied at first with… (1052-568) Learn More »

TROUSER LEG FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

TROUSER LEG FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This is the lower portion of trouser leg with the cuff intact and the fabric just above it showing tears, etc. The color has shifted from what was likely an army light blue to a mottled green and… (1052-563) Learn More »

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We have been experiencing an issue with emails bouncing back to us, so if you've emailed and not received a response, please feel free to give us a call.  Our tech people have been contacted and… Learn More »

RARE GERMAN ARMY MODEL 1938 OFFICER PANZER RECONNAISSANCE FIELD CAP

RARE GERMAN ARMY MODEL 1938 OFFICER PANZER RECONNAISSANCE FIELD CAP

Exceptional German overseas field cap with rare copper-brown piping denoting elite panzer reconnaissance (Panzer-Aufklärungs) troops.  This is a private purchase example of very high quality.  The… (2024-189) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR SHAKO: 18th MASS AND OTHERS

CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR SHAKO: 18th MASS AND OTHERS

In the summer of 1861 the U.S. government ordered 10,000 complete army uniforms from the French firm of Godillot. These were the French army chasseur, or light infantry, pattern, complete with dress… (149-40) Learn More »

$750.00
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CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX OF GEORGE WASHINGTON LITTON 29th VIRGINIA, CAPTURED AT DINWIDDIE COURTHOUSE/FIVE FORKS, DIED AS P.O.W. MAY 1865

CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX OF GEORGE WASHINGTON LITTON 29th VIRGINIA, CAPTURED AT DINWIDDIE COURTHOUSE/FIVE FORKS, DIED AS P.O.W. MAY 1865

This Confederate-made cartridge box follows the general lines of the U.S. 1857 pattern, is clearly inscribed by the Confederate soldier, is in excellent condition, must have made a wonderful war… (1179-627) Learn More »

$3,500.00
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CIVIL WAR 1864 CONTRACT MARKED 1855 PATTERN KNAPSACK

CIVIL WAR 1864 CONTRACT MARKED 1855 PATTERN KNAPSACK

This is the quintessential Union army Civil War knapsack. These were made of tarred canvas and leather. This one is complete and well marked on the shoulder straps by the maker, E. Robinson, with the… (1235-39) Learn More »

$250.00
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LITHOGRAPHED CDV OF THE USS OTSEGO

LITHOGRAPHED CDV OF THE USS OTSEGO

Image is a Civil War period CDV of the USS OTSEGO looking at her port side. Contrast and clarity are good. Mount has period ink inscriptions at both ends. One reads “US GUNBOAT OTSEGO” while the… (160-370) Learn More »

OUTDOOR VIEW OF CIVIL WAR RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL BUILDING

OUTDOOR VIEW OF CIVIL WAR RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL BUILDING

Image is an outdoor view of a large wooden building with several soldiers posed by the front door. The building is well ventilated with a large open door, windows on either side and above the door.… (160-364) Learn More »

OCCUPATION CDV OF A MAN WORKING AT A PRESS

OCCUPATION CDV OF A MAN WORKING AT A PRESS

Image shows a man in a dark suit working at a press made up of a tabletop work area with a large flywheel and cogs below. Image has great clarity and contrast. Mount and paper are very good. Reverse… (160-355) Learn More »

$75.00
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E. & H. T. ANTHONY IMAGE OF GENERAL SILAS CASEY FROM A BRADY NEGATIVE

E. & H. T. ANTHONY IMAGE OF GENERAL SILAS CASEY FROM A BRADY NEGATIVE

Three-quarter seated view of Silas Casey in the uniform of a major general. Casey is posed seated in a chair with his hands in his lap. He wears dark double-breasted frockcoat and matching trousers.… (2023-3198) Learn More »

$75.00
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SEATED VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL WILIAM FARRAR “BALDY” SMITH

SEATED VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL WILIAM FARRAR “BALDY” SMITH

Image shows General Smith seated leaning against a table. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with black felt collar and cuffs with major general’s shoulder straps and light-colored trousers.… (160-409) Learn More »

$95.00
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FULL STANDING VIEW OF UNION GENERAL DANIEL TYLER BY E. A. ANTHONY FROM A BRADY NEGATIVE

FULL STANDING VIEW OF UNION GENERAL DANIEL TYLER BY E. A. ANTHONY FROM A BRADY NEGATIVE

Image shows Tyler as a brigadier general wearing a dark double-breasted frock coat and matching trousers. He is posed cradling his sword in the crook of his left arm. At his waist is his sword belt… (160-410) Learn More »

$95.00
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143RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY MONUMENT AT GETTYSBURG BY GARY CASTEEL

143RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY MONUMENT AT GETTYSBURG BY GARY CASTEEL

Here is a small replica (6.25” tall) of the 143rd PA. Infantry monument on the First Days field at Gettysburg. This was made by Gary Casteel years ago. Walnut tone overall. Fine condition. The… (236-975) Learn More »

$175.00
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.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER

.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER

This is an original cartridge containing a .58 caliber, Williams, Type III bullet.  Patented and manufactured by Elijah D. Williams.  Williams’ patent called for the use of zinc washers and a pin… (1212-80) Learn More »

$225.00
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.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE

.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE

This specimen is a very nice regulation paper wrapped skin cartridge for the British “Monkey Tail” rifles. Here the cartridge has been carefully removed from the protective wrapper. Very nice… (1212-39) Learn More »

.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE

.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE

This specimen is a very nice regulation paper wrapped skin cartridge for the British “Monkey Tail” rifles. This one is wrapped in tan paper. Cloth tear strip sticking out of the bottom end. Very… (1212-40) Learn More »

.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPERSHOTGUN

.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER

This specimen is a very nice paper wrapped skin cartridge for the British “Monkey Tail” rifles. This one is unusual as it is wrapped in blue paper (typically tan paper). Cloth tear strip sticking… (1212-54) Learn More »

1913 GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR ALUMINUM CUP

1913 GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR ALUMINUM CUP

Gettysburg souvenir aluminum cup stamped “Re-Union of Gettysburg 1913” on bottom.  Engraved outside with color accented American flag, “Elsie” and floral accents.  In very good condition. … (635-581) Learn More »

EARLY GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR WOOD POSTCARD ALBUM

EARLY GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR WOOD POSTCARD ALBUM

Gettysburg early souvenir wood postcard album. Measures 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" x 1 1/4". Cover stamped “Pickett’s Charge/July 1, 2, 3 1863/Gettysburg”, back cover stamped “Wheatfield”. “Devil’s… (635-588) Learn More »

GUIDE BOOK FOR GETTYSBURG CYCLORAMA IN PHILADELPHIA

GUIDE BOOK FOR GETTYSBURG CYCLORAMA IN PHILADELPHIA

Gettysburg Cyclorama Philadelphia guide book circa 1890.  Map of painting in center spread.  String binding with covers still attached, though front cover has become separated approximately 1/3 of… (635-556) Learn More »

$45.00
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ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM MALVERN HILL AND MANASSAS

ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM MALVERN HILL AND MANASSAS

Here is a wood display case 9” x 12” with fine light tone. Inside are relics recovered at Malvern Hill and First & Second Manassas. Relics include a .54 caliber minie ball and the brass drag… (1235-67) Learn More »

ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Here is a wood display case 6” x 9” with fine light oak tone. Inside are five relics recovered from the Fredericksburg, Virginia area. Relics include a 1” tall Company letter “A”, two .58… (1235-66) Learn More »

1856 SURGICAL BOOK IDENTIFIED TO NORTH CAROLINA SURGEON

1856 SURGICAL BOOK IDENTIFIED TO NORTH CAROLINA SURGEON

The full title of this volume is “THE PRINCEPLES AND PRACTICE OF MODERN SURGERY – A NEW AMERICAN FROM THE LAST AND IMPROVED LONDON EDITION” by Robert Druitt, fellow of the Royal College of… (1179-618) Learn More »

OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED NEAR BLOODY LANE AT ANTIETAM

OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED NEAR BLOODY LANE AT ANTIETAM

This regulation M1839 oval US infantry belt plate was recovered near Bloody Lane at Antietam. The face has a medium brown patina at center mixed with grayish white along the edges, in some recesses… (490-5860) Learn More »

$300.00
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CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

CHICKAMAUGA RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE

Fought in September 1863, the Chickamauga made a few reputations, like that of George Thomas, and destroyed a few, like that of Rosecrans, who had successfully maneuvered Bragg out of Chattanooga, but… (490-5826) Learn More »

REPRODUCTION .44 REMINGTON BY PIETTA WITH SPARE CYLINDER

REPRODUCTION .44 REMINGTON BY PIETTA WITH SPARE CYLINDER

Revolver has an 8.00 inch octagon barrel and a six-shot cylinder. Barrel, loading lever, cylinder and frame are all finished bright. All nipples are present on the cylinder. Hammer is also bright.… (922-30) Learn More »

US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR

US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT COLD HARBOR

This regulation Model 1839 US cartridge box plate is excavated, but was carefully cleaned, giving a fairly pleasing non-excavated look to the face, but with the reverse showing an uneven surface and… (490-5824) Learn More »

$200.00
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CIVIL WAR FROCK COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

CIVIL WAR FROCK COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This lapel comes from the left side of US army dress coat discarded by a soldier at Fort Pembina, ND, and was excavated in wet, anaerobic soil that has preserved leather and cloth in remarkable… (1052-588) Learn More »

PIECE OF PRIVATE PURCHASE SOLDIER’S SHIRT FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

PIECE OF PRIVATE PURCHASE SOLDIER’S SHIRT FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

Army issue shirts had little going for them in comfort and less in style. This is a fragment of a privately purchased shirt from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, garrisoned from 1870 to 1895. This… (1052-606) Learn More »

CARVED WOOD FROM FORT PEMBINA

CARVED WOOD FROM FORT PEMBINA

At least one other similarly shaped piece of wood has come from the excavations at Fort Pembina, near the Red River in North Dakota. At first sight we guessed it was a wood arrow carved as for use as… (1052-637) Learn More »

CARVED WOOD FROM FORT PEMBINA

CARVED WOOD FROM FORT PEMBINA

Excavated at Fort Pembina, near the Red River in North Dakota, this tapered wood cylinder is most likely a buoy or float from a fishing net, having grooves cut at either end for tying in place. Army… (1052-636) Learn More »

FISHING NET FLOAT OR BUOY FROM FORT PEMBINA

FISHING NET FLOAT OR BUOY FROM FORT PEMBINA

Excavated at Fort Pembina, near the Red River in North Dakota, this tapered wood cylinder is most likely a buoy or float from a fishing net, having grooves cut at either end for tying in place. Army… (1052-638) Learn More »

MODEL 1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE FRAGMENT: FORT PEMBINA

MODEL 1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE FRAGMENT: FORT PEMBINA

This appears to be the rollover collar and portion of the chest from a M1872 fatigue blouse. This was pleated nine-button blouse piped on the collar and cuff, made in lined and unlined versions, with… (1052-598) Learn More »

INSCRIBED SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR

INSCRIBED SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR

The Southern Cross of Honor was conceived of in 1898, adopted in 1899 and first issued in 1900. These were given by the United Daughters of the Confederacy to living Confederate veterans with… (480-339) Learn More »

$395.00
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SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR

SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR

The Southern Cross of Honor was conceived of in 1898, adopted in 1899 and first issued in 1900. These were given by the United Daughters of the Confederacy to living Confederate veterans with… (480-340) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED COLD HARBOR

CIVIL WAR M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE RECOVERED COLD HARBOR

This is the standard Union infantry enlisted man’s belt plate of the Civil War. Adopted in 1839, these plates are stamped, rolled brass with a lead solder filled back that anchors the fastening… (490-5825) Learn More »

EXCAVATED US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG

EXCAVATED US M1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT PETERSBURG

This excavated Model 1839 US cartridge box plate has well defined thick-and-thin lettering and a raised outer and inner rim. The plate shows as green and brown with some grayish-white residue. There… (490-5823) Learn More »

LARGE PHOTO OF THE 102ND PENNSYLVANIA MONUMENT AT GETTYSBURG, BY TIPTON – WITH CDV OF CAPT. SAMUEL L. FULLWOOD OF CO. M

LARGE PHOTO OF THE 102ND PENNSYLVANIA MONUMENT AT GETTYSBURG, BY TIPTON – WITH CDV OF CAPT. SAMUEL L. FULLWOOD OF CO. M

Tipton photo of 102d Pennsylvania Monument on large mount (11”x14”) with gold beveled edge.  Mounted to the top right of the photo is a CDV of Captain Samuel L. Fullwood.  Written in brown ink… (635-550) Learn More »

ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM SHILOH, STONES RIVER, & CHICKAMAUGA

ATTRACTIVE WOOD CASE WITH RELICS FROM SHILOH, STONES RIVER, & CHICKAMAUGA

Here is a wood display case 6.75” x 5” with fine brown tone. Inside are three relics; one each from Shiloh, Chickamauga, and Stones River. At top is a fine Confederate Staff Officer’s button… (1235-59) Learn More »

CASE OF RELICS FROM HANOVER, PENNSYLVANIA

CASE OF RELICS FROM HANOVER, PENNSYLVANIA

Offered here, in a 5” x 6” Riker case, is a small collection of relics recovered from Hanover, Pennsylvania. Included are two .69 caliber musket balls, .58 caliber Minie ball, plain “flat”… (1235-58) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR STANDARD ISSUE U.S. MESS CUP

CIVIL WAR STANDARD ISSUE U.S. MESS CUP

This is the standard issue Civil War Union Army mess cup. Constructed of tinned iron, these feature handles attached with a rivet at the bottom and by wires looped over the rolled edge of the tops,… (149-45) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR EPAULETS: 18th MASS AND OTHERS

CIVIL WAR US IMPORT FRENCH CHASSEUR EPAULETS: 18th MASS AND OTHERS

These green and yellow epaulets were part of the 10,000 unforms ordered in Summer 1861 by the US government from the French firm of Godillot to alleviate uniform shortages and test the usefulness of… (149-44) Learn More »

HANDHELD 36 STAR US FLAG WITH GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE AND POST CARD

HANDHELD 36 STAR US FLAG WITH GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE AND POST CARD

The cotton printed 36-star US flag is attached to a round wooden dowel and meas. 7.75 inches on the hoist x 10.00 inches on the fly. Each side of the flag is marked “GAR” in heavy black… (2023-3103) Learn More »

SUPER NICE SIGNED FIRST EDITION COPY OF “SHARPS FIREARMS…” IN LEATHER SLIPCASE – LIMITED EDITION #19 OF 75 PRINTED – FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

SUPER NICE SIGNED FIRST EDITION COPY OF “SHARPS FIREARMS…” IN LEATHER SLIPCASE – LIMITED EDITION #19 OF 75 PRINTED – FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

The full title of this handsome volume is “SHARPS FIREARMS-THE PERCUSSION ERA 1848-1865 VOLUME 1” by Roy Marcot, Edward W. Marron, Jr. and Ron Paxton with David Carter, Frank Graves, Paul D.… (236-892) Learn More »

EXCELLENT REFERENCE BOOK ON REVOLUTIONARY WAR BUTTONS AND PLATES FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

EXCELLENT REFERENCE BOOK ON REVOLUTIONARY WAR BUTTONS AND PLATES FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

The title of this volume is “INSIGNIA OF INDEPENDENCE; MILITARY BUTTONS, ACCOUTREMENT PLATES, & GORGETS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION” by Don Troiani and James L. Kochan published by the Thomas… (236-879) Learn More »

$65.00
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WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN DOUBLE DECAL MODEL 1940 LUFTWAFFE HELMET

WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN DOUBLE DECAL MODEL 1940 LUFTWAFFE HELMET

Helmet is the Model 1940 with rolled edge and molded air vents. Helmet is painted a dark gray color. The left side has the Luftwaffe decal of which 98% remains with the swastika missing. The right… (1176-16) Learn More »

EARLY PHOTO OF BEN BUTLER’S DUTCH GAP CANAL: RICHMOND OR BUST!

EARLY PHOTO OF BEN BUTLER’S DUTCH GAP CANAL: RICHMOND OR BUST!

This is may be the earliest photograph of Ben Butler’s imaginative engineering feat that was a little ahead of its time. In this large format albumen photo excavations for the “Dutch Gap Canal”… (490-6215) Learn More »

RARELY SEEN BRITISH, CRIMEAN ERA, INFANTRY SERGEANT'S SWORD

RARELY SEEN BRITISH, CRIMEAN ERA, INFANTRY SERGEANT'S SWORD

In over 50 years of collecting British Military the consignor has never owned an example of this rare sword. Little is known of these weapons as few are extant due to re-issuing and hard field use.… (88-192) Learn More »

ORIGINAL COPY OF THE HISTORY OF THE 9TH NEW HAMPSHIRE INFANTRY

ORIGINAL COPY OF THE HISTORY OF THE 9TH NEW HAMPSHIRE INFANTRY

The full title of this volume is “HISTORY OF THE NINTH NEW HAMPSIRE VOLUNTEERS IN THE WAR OF THE REBELLION” by Edward O. Lord A.M. and published by The Republic Press Association of Concord, New… (1180-155) Learn More »

SINGLE VOLUME OF SCOTT’S INFANTRY TACTICS ID TO 148TH NEW YORK SERGEANT-MAJOR INFANTRY TACTICS WITH ID

SINGLE VOLUME OF SCOTT’S INFANTRY TACTICS ID TO 148TH NEW YORK SERGEANT-MAJOR

Manual is titled “INFANTRY TACTICS OR, RULES FOR THE EXERCISE AND MANEUVERS OF THE UNITED STATES INFANTRY -NEW EDITION” by Maj. Gen. Scott, U.S. Army. Published by Harpers & Brothers of New… (2023-414) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR BULLSEYE CANTEEN ALTERED FOR INDIAN OR SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR USE

CIVIL WAR BULLSEYE CANTEEN ALTERED FOR INDIAN OR SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR USE

Item is a Civil War bullseye canteen in good condition that has had a Spanish-American war cork, sling and cover attached. The body of the canteen is in excellent condition being free of dents. All… (2022-2863) Learn More »

MODEL 1860 SPENCER RIFLE – LOW SERIAL NUMBER WITH GETTYSBURG HISTORY

MODEL 1860 SPENCER RIFLE – LOW SERIAL NUMBER WITH GETTYSBURG HISTORY

This famous longarm is a Civil War Model 1860 Spencer Repeating rifle in good condition. Initial army contracts with the Spencer Company of Boston, Massachusetts called for 10,000 repeating firearms… (490-6717) Learn More »

$4,950.00
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DRILLED WOOD BLOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA

DRILLED WOOD BLOCK FROM FORT PEMBINA

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission, and is in a remarkable state of preservation from the wet, anaerobic conditions of the… (1052-635) Learn More »

SCARCE CIVIL WAR PONCHO OR “GUM BLANKET” FRAGMENT

SCARCE CIVIL WAR PONCHO OR “GUM BLANKET” FRAGMENT

Civil War period ponchos and rubber blankets are extremely scarce despite being widely used and valued by troops in the field. They were so useful at home as to be used up by veterans and their… (1052-630) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR FORAGE CAP VISOR

This is a well preserved leather visor from a forage cap recovered at Fort Pembina, ND, where it was preserved in remarkable condition by wet, anaerobic soil conditions. This is typical of the simple… (1052-484) Learn More »

$45.00
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FLO-BLUE GETTYSBURG HIGH WATER MARK SEMI-PORCELAIN SOUVENIR PLATE

FLO-BLUE GETTYSBURG HIGH WATER MARK SEMI-PORCELAIN SOUVENIR PLATE

Flo-blue High Water Mark of the Rebellion semi-porcelain plate by Adams of England.  8 ¾” in diameter, in very good condition.  Hard to find early 1900’s Gettysburg souvenir plate. [dm] … (635-571) Learn More »

$50.00
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GETTYSBURG 50TH ANNIVERSARY SOUVENIR PLATE

GETTYSBURG 50TH ANNIVERSARY SOUVENIR PLATE

Gettysburg 50th Anniversary souvenir plate.  Blue and white plate features the images of Gen Robert E. Lee, Gen Geo G Meade, their headquarters at Gettysburg and the Pennsylvania State Monument. … (635-589) Learn More »

$40.00
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BURNSIDE 5TH MODEL CARBINE, CONFEDERATE “CLEANED & REPAIRED”

BURNSIDE 5TH MODEL CARBINE, CONFEDERATE “CLEANED & REPAIRED”

This is the Burnside single shot percussion carbine, Model 1864, aka "5th model". It is a .54 caliber carbine manufactured by the Burnside Rifle Co., in Providence, Rhode Island. General Ambrose… (362-1163) Learn More »

DE-NAZIFIED WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN SINGLE DECAL MODEL 1935 ARMY HELMET

DE-NAZIFIED WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN SINGLE DECAL MODEL 1935 ARMY HELMET

Helmet is the Model 1935 with rolled edge and rivet type air vents. Helmet is painted dark green over an earlier apple green. The left side has a painted over Army decal. The exterior dark green paint… (1176-18) Learn More »

$475.00
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U.S. CIVIL WAR SIGNAL CORPS CANTEEN

U.S. CIVIL WAR SIGNAL CORPS CANTEEN

This scarce Civil War Signal Corps canteen was used to carry fuel (“turpentine or other burning fluid’) for the special torches used in night signaling, and was part of the “regulation… (1179-483) Learn More »

 SPANISH AMERICAN WAR HARDTACK

SPANISH AMERICAN WAR HARDTACK

Volunteers in the Spanish American War were just as anxious to illustrate the hardships of army life by bringing home souvenir hardtack as their fathers had been after the Civil War. That staple of… (1219-43) Learn More »

1/4 PLATE AMBROTYPE ARMED BRITISH, CANADIAN OR MILITIA SOLDIER

1/4 PLATE AMBROTYPE ARMED BRITISH, CANADIAN OR MILITIA SOLDIER

This quarter plate size ambrotype shows a dapper looking soldier, full length, standing at ease with his P1853 Enfield rifle musket with its sling in place and bayonet fixed. He wears a short tunic,… (1219-47) Learn More »

$100.00
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SHILOH RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

SHILOH RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

Scarce recovery from the most famous western battlefield. Regulation US 1839 pattern plate for the cartridge box, die struck rolled brass with raised US and rim, lead solder filled back to anchor iron… (490-5821) Learn More »

$225.00
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OVAL US BELT PLATE FROM ANTIETAM

OVAL US BELT PLATE FROM ANTIETAM

Regulation M1839 oval US infantry belt plate from Antietam. Brown patina at center mixed with grayish white along the edges. Well defined letters with small dings. Edge bumps at bottom center. Reverse… (490-5820) Learn More »

FREDERICKSBURG RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

FREDERICKSBURG RECOVERED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

Regulation US 1839 pattern plate for the cartridge box, die struck rolled brass with raised US and rim, lead solder filled back to anchor iron wire loops for attachment, stiffness to the plate, and… (490-5818) Learn More »

WONDERFUL SEATED VIEW OF GETTYSBURG LUMINARY MAJOR GENERAL THOMAS C. DEVIN

WONDERFUL SEATED VIEW OF GETTYSBURG LUMINARY MAJOR GENERAL THOMAS C. DEVIN

CDV shows Devin as a major general. He is posed seated with his arms folded across his chest looking rather menacingly into the camera. He wears a dark 1858 dress hat devoid of any insignia except for… (160-405) Learn More »

$375.00
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CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABRE IDENTIFIED TO CAPTAIN MARCUS A. MOORE, 1ST MASSACHUSETTS CAVALRY

Manufactured: Newark, NJ Maker: Sauerbier, Henry Year: Early Civil War Model: Model 1840 transitional with 1860 style grip Size: 34.2 inch blade, 1.17 wide, .353 thick This sword has all true Type 1 features with the exception of the Model 1860 style… (870-159). Learn More »

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