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M1851 ENLISTED MAN’S SWORD BELT - KNOX FAMILY, FREDERICKSBURG, VA
This model 1851 enlisted man’s sword belt came from the collection of Civil War relics and family mementos retained by the Knox family of Fredericksburg, VA. The family was large, prosperous, and… (1262-01) Learn More »
SOLDIER’S TRAVELING BRASS “DONUT” CANDLE STICK HOLDERS
Offered here is a very nice set of brass campaign candlestick holders. These are often referred to as "donut" candlesticks or Brighton Buns. This set measures 3 inches in diameter and has no overt… (2025-2047) Learn More »
$225.00
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FRAMED 1881 MAP OF CASTINE, MAINE
This is a framed map of the Village of Castine, Maine, from an Atlas of Hancock County, Maine, published in 1881 by S. F. Colby and Company. Map is approximately 15.5” x 13”, matted, and in a… (236-1169) Learn More »
WW2 WAIST GUNNER ANM2 50 CAL MOUNT ADAPTER (E-13)
This was located just forward of the B17 / B24 bomber vertical and horizontal stabilizers with one facing the port hole on each side of the plane. It held the ANM2 50 Cal machine gun in place for… (873-77) Learn More »
IVORY CIVIL WAR ERA SOLDIER’S DAY PLANNER
This piece matches known examples attributed to individual soldiers during their Civil War service – both officers and enlisted men. As soldiers passed through high-traffic areas or set up static… (2025-2046) Learn More »
$135.00
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MODEL 1872 HAGNER CARTRIDGE BOX FOR RHODE ISLAND MILITIA
Black bridle leather cartridge box with lightly embossed “R.I.M.” on the flap. Closing tab stitched and riveted to the outer flap; complete and unbroken. Inside is a two-tier wood block with… (1240-29) Learn More »
M1874 MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX WITH NEW JERSEY MILITIA PLATE
Indian Wars era box, with worn WATERVLIET ARSENAL markings on back of closing tab, between the belt loops. Constructed of two halves and hinged with a brass rod. Interior features stitched straps for… (1240-31) Learn More »
RARE UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERANS WEST VIRGINIA MEDAL
Prior to 1889, Confederate veterans had no national organization similar to the Grand Army of the Republic. Several separate fraternal and memorial groups existed on a local and regional level.… (2025-813) Learn More »
$550.00
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M1858 CANTEEN WITH COVER, SLING, & STOPPER FROM G.A.R. POST 551, YORK SPRINGS
This is a terrific old battlefield “pick-up” or “barn find” Civil War canteen. It is the M1858 “smooth side” canteen with pewter spout and three shoulder strap brackets. It is completely… (1202-866) Learn More »
BATTLEFIELD PICK-UP ROLLER BUCKLE PORTION OF ARTILLERYMAN’S WAIST BELT FROM SHIELDS’ MUSEUM
This is a 3.5” piece of belt from a rarely encountered artilleryman’s waist belt. This is the end with the roller buckle, belt loop, and slotted “tongue” underneath. This is a piece broken… (2025-2076) Learn More »
$175.00
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NON-DUG EARLY ENGINEER’S CUFF OR HAT BUTTON
Very rare, circa 1830’s one piece button, 15.2mm. Federal button with eagle with Essayons, fort and rising sun. Backmark: "SCOVILLS / (dot) WATERBURY (dot)" rm between solid rings. Shank present.… (2025-2095) Learn More »
NON-DUG EARLY FEDERAL NAVY COAT BUTTON
Circa 1820’s – 1830 23mm coat button in fantastic condition with 100% gilt finish. Face shows in bright detail an eagle facing right, a lined spade-shaped shield on the left wing. Fouled anchor… (2025-2101) Learn More »
$125.00
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NON-DUG NEW YORK MILITIA COAT BUTTON
Circa 1830’s 22mm one piece flat button of high quality with almost 100% gilt, and very crisp details. Features an eagle perched on a globe in a lined oval field; below the eagle is “EXCELSIOR.”… (2025-2107) Learn More »
NICE, COMPLETE LATER PATTERN US BELT
This is a nice example of the pattern of belt that started to filter into widespread issuance in late 1863 among Federal enlisted soldiers. It features an arrow back plate with a dull finish, both… (2025-2041) Learn More »
$395.00
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5TH MODEL BURNSIDE CARBINE
Original Civil War Burnside 5th Model cavalry carbine that is in good overall original condition. Produced by the Burnside Rifle Co of Providence, Rhode Island, this cavalry weapon is a .54 caliber… (2025-2140) Learn More »
AMERICAN MACHINE WORKS SMITH CARBINE MADE IN 1864
This Smith carbine rates very good or better for condition, good lettering and numbers. A nice fit and color to the wood. The barrel, barrel band and spring have shifted to plum, but some small areas… (2025-933) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PONCHO EYELET HOOK
Original Civil War patent “Eyelet Hook”. Non-dug example of this unusual button. Typical brass enlistedman’s “eagle button” face. Tin back with iron wire spring hook. Used to close… (2025-2071) Learn More »
$100.00
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.28 CALIBER CUPFIRE CARTRIDGE
Willard Ellis and John White patented this cartridge in 1859. This copper cartridge held the priming compound within the bottom edge of the “cup” in order to circumvent Smith & Wesson’s… (2022-2711) Learn More »
NICE .32 CALIBER TEATFIRE CARTRIDGE
Cartridge for large .32 caliber Moore front-loading revolver. David Williamson received a patent in January of 1864 for this teatfire cartridge. This was essentially a patent evasion to get around… (2022-2712) Learn More »
SMALL FRAMED MEMORIAL LITHOGRAPH OF LINCOLN
Small lithograph image of Abraham Lincoln in memoriam. Image is of early Lincoln with no beard. “ABE LINCOLN.” Thin crease across chest area. Frame measures 3.25” x 5.5” and is painted black.… (2025-1913) Learn More »
C1840 TALL NON-LEAD TOILET BOTTLE
This rib molded bottle stands 6 5/8”. Open pontil. Probably produced in France. Overall excellent condition. [lj/ld][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS… (1239-73) Learn More »
CIRCA 1840 SMALL NON-LEAD TOILET BOTTLE
Small, ribbed molded bottle stands 5 1/8” tall. Open pontil. Probably produced in France. Overall excellent condition. [lj/ld][ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL… (1239-72) Learn More »
A RARE VARIANT FRENCH SOCKET BAYONET
This socket bayonet with a built-in sight was designed for the French Infantry rifle "Modele 1848 a tige". In 1846, the French adopted the “tige” breech which was a stud projecting from the breech… (1284-06) Learn More »
$195.00
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ONE OF GENERAL PHILIP SHERIDAN'S SWORDS
This sword of General Philip Sheridan was presented by him personally to Thomas Donaldson, of The Smithsonian Institution. The German imported sword was owned by General Sheridan early in his career… (1268-373) Learn More »
CARTE-DE-VISITE – GENERAL GEORGE CUSTER
This rare CDV features a bust portrait of George Custer, very likely circa 1865. The condition is quite good, with only minor gluing bleed through from the mounting card to the photo and minimal… (2025-828) Learn More »
CDV – LT. WALTER DICKSON – 144th NEW YORK
This CDV features a standing Walter Dickson, who enlisted on 8/26/1862 at age 26 in Middletown as a Sergeant. He promoted to 1st Sergeant on 1/1/1864 and 2nd Lieutenant on 12/21/1864. He mustered… (2025-1111) Learn More »
$175.00
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CDV – GENERAL LOUIS BLENKER
Louis Blenker (1812--63) was a Union general in the American Civil War. Born as Ludwig Blenker in Worms, Germany, he joined the Bavarian Legion in 1832, which fought for Prince Otto (subsequently King… (2025-1019) Learn More »
$125.00
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CLUMP OF CHINESE COINS FROM SHIPWRECK
Cluster of very old Chinese coins from a Song Dynasty shipwreck. Recovered from a Chinese vessel that sank in the South China sea. A certificate of authenticity that comes with the coins from previous… (236-1114) Learn More »
$75.00
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CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SNAP-HOOK
The steel swivel hook measures approximately 6.5” long overall and 3” wide at the top. This short style consists of two pieces: snap-hook and belt link with roller (no middle link). The snap-hook… (172-6100) Learn More »
$65.00
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FRAMED SIGNATURE – JOHN SINGLETON MOSBY
Mosby (1833 - 1916), a Confederate officer known as "The Grey Ghost", led his Partisan Rangers on numerous troublesome cavalry raids against Union forces and supply trains. "Jno. S. Mosby", 5" x 7 ¼"… (1189-148) Learn More »
$1,500.00
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SMALL FRAMED MEMORIAL IMAGE OF LINCOLN
Small engraved image of Abraham Lincoln in memoriam. Text within image reads, “In Everlasting Remembrance!” Image is 2.25” x 3.25”. Image is under a thin piece of modern plastic. Frame… (2025-1914) Learn More »
$175.00
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RARE, MINT 2nd PRINTING - HISTORY OF THE NINTH NEW YORK CAVALRY – NEWEL CHENEY
Written by Captain and Brevet Major Newel Cheney and first printed in 1901, this edition was part of a 300-copy reprint project by BERRYBOOK PRESS in 1998. All leaves are in excellent and crisp… (2025-1275) Learn More »
$190.00
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ALLEN & WHEELOCK CENTER HAMMER .32 CAL. PISTOL
These were manufactured in the early 1860s and fired a .32 caliber rimfire cartridge. The short 3” barrel is round at the muzzle and transitions to square (with facets on top) at the breech.… (172-6136) Learn More »
$595.00
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NON-DUG EARLY (C1830’S) GENERAL SERVICE OR MILITIA COAT BUTTON
While this is a fairly common button, the condition is not, being of high quality with almost 100% gilt remaining, hardly any loss at all. Very crisp details. One piece flat coat button, 22mm. Of the… (2025-2109) Learn More »
$30.00
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NON-DUG C1815-1822 EAGLE “I” INFANTY COAT BUTTON
This is difficult to find button that dates about 1815-1822. It is Albert’s G138B. It is a pewter one piece uniform button that was worn by infantry soldiers. The face of the button has the Union… (2025-2103) Learn More »
$35.00
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DUG 1785 – 1790 KING’S DRAGOON GUARD BUTTON
One piece flat gilt brass button, 26mm. Impressed design. Chocolate brown patina with small areas of green verdigris. Excavated example with a good planchet and impressions; recovered in upstate New… (2025-2111) Learn More »
$75.00
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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… (1268-309) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE SIDE KNIFE AND SCABBARD
A great looking Confederate side knife with its original scabbard. The knife measures 21-1/4 inches overall, with a 17-inch blade that exits the guard showing a short, triangular ricasso that extends… (707-05) Learn More »
$2,950.00
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1844 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK: FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION
1844 marked the first year of production for the Model 1842 musket at Springfield with just 2,956 turned out and Harpers Ferry not starting production until 1845. These were the first US standard… (490-7304) Learn More »
1845 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK
Mexican War dated US M1842 musket lock. Lock is complete. Metal shows shallow pitting and thin crusty surface overall, with the plate showing a mix of faded blue, gray and thin brown, with the brown… (490-7303) Learn More »
ARTILLERY AMMUNITION CRATE MADE INTO TRUNK
This wood crate remains in very good, mostly original condition. It measures approximately 20” long x 13” wide x 11.5” tall including original lid. Constructed of 1.25” thick boards with… (1130-07) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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RARE WHEN ON LEATHER (COMMON) CONFEDERATE "WISHBONE" BUCKLE
Our Mr. Steven Roger's writes, "One of the more distinctive Confederate belt buckles is the frame pattern with a movable spit tongue sometimes called the “forked tongue” or “wishbone” pattern.… (1268-017) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE CAPTURED & COLLECTED "POTSDAM" TYPE MUSKET (THE PUMPKIN THROWER)
The Prussian model 1809 measures 56 and 1/2 inches in overall length and has a 41 and 1/4-inch-long barrel. The caliber is.72 and it is smoothbore. The barrel is bright as originally made. There is… (490-7371) Learn More »
MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA DRUM CA. 1861
This snare drum was made by Asa and Ira J. White of Boston Massachusetts who were in business together as music dealers, publishers and instrument makers under the name "White Brothers" from late 1853… (715-39) Learn More »
$900.00
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1847 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK
This shows a pleasing, muted blue color to the lock plate surface, with a little thin brown tone showing on the hammer, with the recesses of the lettering and eagle showing showing some darker brown.… (490-7301) Learn More »
1855 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK
1855 was the last year of production of the Model 1842 at Springfield, with 8,624 turned out. This lock has smooth metal overall with the exterior of the plate and hammer bright. Very good eagle with… (490-7300) Learn More »
1862 DATED COLT SPECIAL MODEL RIFLE MUSKET LOCK
Lock plate is smooth metal showing mottled blues and silver grays with hammer a little crustier showing gray blue and some thin brown with scratches as shown. Inside of lock plate rubbed forward,… (490-7299) Learn More »
$250.00
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VERY RARE CONFEDERATE COOK AND BROTHER SHOTGUN SABER BAYONET
This is in excavated condition, but a very rare survivor - the saber bayonet expressly designed for mounting on a shotgun by Cook and Brother of New Orleans in an effort to create a usable infantry… (1127-03) Learn More »
$495.00
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STEREOVIEW OF 5TH MICHIGAN MONUMENT NEAR WHEATFIELD, GETTYSBURG
Published by Webster & Albee, Rochester, N.Y. “Gettysburg Battlefield" series as printed on the front of the large yellow mount. White text in the bottom corner of the photo reads "1124 … (2025-2151) Learn More »
EDWARD WOODWARD GETTYSBURG DESK SET FROM GAR SKELLY POST #9, GETTYSBURG
The set consists of a rectangular block of Sycamore wood sawn on the battlefield and mounted with a burl type wood center piece affixed with a .69 caliber round ball on top. The top of the wood base… (286-1439) Learn More »
BULLET IN WOOD, CUT FOR LUMBER – LEE’S HQ COLLECTION
Offered here is a fine relic of the Battle of Gettysburg. This is a 4.5” x 6.5” x 1” piece of milled oak with a bullet in it. In the process of cutting this piece of lumber, the lead bullet was… (224-803) Learn More »
FRAMED MEMORIAL ALBUMEN PHOTO OF LINCOLN
Large albumen photograph of Abraham Lincoln in memoriam. Text within image reads, “The Martyr of Freedom” and “Sixteenth President of the United States”. Image is 5” x 7” on a large 8” x… (2025-1904) Learn More »
NICE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1, FIRST ISSUE, THIRD TYPE REVOLVER
A very nice example of a Smith & Wesson Model 1, First Issue Revolver. These were made from 1857 to 1860. This revolutionary revolver is a single action, .22 caliber, 7-shot with a spur… (172-6144) Learn More »
“EAGLE” POWDER FLASK FOR REVOLVERS
This small flask is for the Colt pocket model or similar revolvers. Constructed with a copper body and brass top and spout. Measures approximately 4.75” tall x 2” at widest point. Both sides… (1179-1646B) Learn More »
BROWN BESS SOCKET BAYONET
This is an example of a regulation British military socket bayonet in well-aged condition and probably an old “barn find”. The Land Pattern Socket Bayonet was the first somewhat standardized… (2023-791) Learn More »
$125.00
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NON-REGULATION CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR REVOLVERS
This is a non-regulation, left facing, black leather holster made for revolvers. A .36 caliber “Navy” model fits into this perfectly. The holster “pocket” measures 11.5” along its front… (1179-1646D) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED SURGEON’S AMPUTATION SET 29th ILLINOIS
Formerly part of the medical displays in the Texas Civil War Museum, this cased capital operating or amputation set was made by Jacob J. Teufel of Philadelphia and belonged to Dr. Jared W. Tuttle,… (1268-744) Learn More »
NATHANIEL STEBBINS OVAL FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH OF THE ADMIRAL STEAMING OUT EAST PASSAGE, NEWPORT, R.I.
A very pleasing, framed, outdoor image by American marine photographer Nathaniel Stebbins (1847-1922.) Born in Pennsylvania, he settled in the Boston area, was a member of various yacht clubs, and… (1211-125) Learn More »
$225.00
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CASED STOMACH/ENEMA PUMP WITH MACON, GEORGIA, ASSOCIATION
Usually billed simply as stomach pumps by antique dealers averse to making their customers uneasy, these were actually multiple-use: serving as stomach and as enema pumps. This is an unmarked example… (1268-695) Learn More »
$950.00
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CAPTURED AND RE-CAPTURED FIRST MODEL JOSLYN CARBINE. THE CAPTOR WAS THEN KILLED AT MISSIONARY RIDGE
This is a rare US Model 1855 Joslyn carbine known today by collectors as the "Monkey Tail" carbine. In 1855 B. F. Joslyn received his first firearms related patent for a percussion breechloading… (1268-398) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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FRENCH HORSE ARTILLERY 3-PIECE BELT PLATE
This silver(ed) bronze buckle is the rare "Modèle d'août 1830" a design created during "The July Monarchy". In 1830, the discontent caused by Charles X’s authoritarian policies culminated in an… (2025-959) Learn More »
WESTERN HORSE BIT, HAND FORGED
Hand forged horse bit with nickel inlays. Very decorative styling. Constructed in three pieces with the mouthpiece attached in a “hinged” fashion to the cheek pieces. The port has a roller made of… (1179-1646C) Learn More »
VERY NICE SHARPS MODEL 1A FOUR-BARREL PEPPERBOX PISTOL
The Sharps four-barrel pepperbox was manufactured in several models and in the tens of thousands from 1859 to 1874. The cleverly designed pistol fired rimfire cartridges loaded by sliding the… (172-6141) Learn More »
WESTERN SKINNING KNIFE
Large skinning knife with wood handles and star-shaped handle rivets. Knife is 14.25” long overall. Blade is 9.25” with full tang; handles are 4” long. Wood grips are tooled with vertical lines… (1179-1646J) Learn More »
$225.00
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CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR ARMY REVOLVERS
This is a black leather holster made for revolvers. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder and barrel. A .44 caliber “Army” model fits into this perfectly. The holster… (1179-1646A) Learn More »
1813 DATED POMEROY CONNECTICUT 1808 TYPE CONTRACT MUSKET
Lemuel Pomeroy, of Pittsfield, Mass., got into the arms making business after his Springfield factory, making plows and sleighs, burned down and he bought the Whitney Forge in Pittsfield in 1808. His… (2025-399) Learn More »
COMPLETE CIVIL WAR BUFF LEATHER CAVALRY SABER BELT IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
This is a complete U.S. cavalry buff leather saber belt in very good condition, retaining not only both saber slings, but the buff shoulder support belt as well. All the double-headed brass buttons… (2025-2207) Learn More »
$950.00
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IDENTIFIED 12th NEW JERSEY SOLDIER’S RELIGIOUS TRACT
A pocket-size religious tract titled, “Our Heavenly Father or God a Refuge and Strength” by Rev. James Smith, printed by the American Tract Society of Boston. Very typical of the many religious… (37-446) Learn More »
$495.00
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M1859 NAVAL BOARDING AX COVER
Offered here is the black bridle leather cover for a M1859 naval boarding ax. Not a piece commonly encountered. Main body is made of one piece, folded at front edge, and sewn along bottom edges and… (1268-1227) Learn More »
BRITISH STERLING SILVER ROYAL HOUSEHOLD OR LIVERY SWORD BELT PLATE
Made for a uniformed Royal servant of King George III by Peter Carter of London, England in 1794. The plate is beautifully hand engraved with the Order of the Garter and motto: "HONI SOIT QUI MALY… (2025-845) Learn More »
VERY NICE SHARPS MODEL 1C FOUR-BARREL PEPPERBOX PISTOL
The Sharps four-barrel pepperbox was manufactured in several models and in the tens of thousands from 1859 to 1874. The cleverly designed pistol fired rimfire cartridges loaded by sliding the… (172-6139) Learn More »
$875.00
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SONS OF UNION VETERANS BADGE – LANCASTER, PA, 1931 – REYNOLDS PORTRAIT PIN
This Sons of Union Veterans badge is in excellent condition, with a nice portrait drop pin featuring General John Reynolds – the iconic Lancaster native killed in the escalating early phases of the… (2025-760) Learn More »
“DUG” FALSE EMBROIDERED CROSSED CANNONS INSIGNIA
This is the stamped brass, crossed cannons insignia for Federal artillery. Finely detailed to imitate high-grade insignia made with embroidered bullion thread. These were meant to be worn on head… (179-1312) Learn More »
OUTDOOR IMAGE: “UNION ARMY OFFICERS 6th NEW YORK CAVALRY”
A 7-7/8” by 5-3/4” albumen image on an 8-1/4” by 6-1/8” cardstock mount showing 14 officers in line, with a few enlisted men behind them, a row of tents to their rear, and a flag on spearpoint… (490-7376) Learn More »
HALL CARBINE CARRIED BY A TROOPER IN THE 2nd MISSOURI CAVALRY, CARL A. BLANCHARD
This is a Civil War modified US Model 1843 Hall-North breech-loading rifled percussion carbine. These carbines were produced by Simeon North of Middleton, Connecticut from 1844 through 1853, with a… (490-7352) Learn More »
MINTY ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S MAROON SASH
This is an original Civil War officer’s sash in excellent condition. Worn by officers in most of the branches of the United States Army, the waist sash was a common uniform accoutrement that… (1273-15) Learn More »
LEATHER SHOULDER SLING FOR CIVIL WAR INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX
This is the bridle leather shoulder sling to support the infantry cartridge boxes of the Civil War. Black leather is approximately 1.75” wide and 57” long overall with tooled edges. There are two… (490-7400) Learn More »
BRASS FUSE FROM SCHENKL ARTILLERY SHELL FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
Part of an exploded, brass Schenkl percussion fuse. Top cap with anvil and threaded body remains. The lower portion was blown off. Top of cap is marked “J.P. SCHENKL / PAT. OCT. 16, 1861”. Nice… (224-817) Learn More »
$165.00
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ZINC FUSE ADAPTOR FOR PARROTT ARTILLERY SHELL FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
Parrott time fuse adapters were manufactured of zinc, have twelve threads to the inch, two spanner holes, and a larger central hole running through to insert the paper time fuse. This style adapter… (224-818) Learn More »
$195.00
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RARE “SNELL” SWORD BAYONET – M1841 RIFLE, CIRCA 1855
Scarce “Snell” or “ring-style” sword bayonet for the Mississippi Rifle. When it became evident that riflemen needed a bayonet to put them on equal footing with regular musket-armed infantry in… (490-7260) Learn More »
CLASSIC CIVIL WAR UNION ARTILLERY FORAGE CAP
Collector and curator of his own world renown Texas Civil War Museum, Mr. Ray Richey, spent a considerable amount of money in 1991 having this Model 1858 "Bummer's Cap" or "Army Cap" forensically… (1268-1022) Learn More »
$3,500.00
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CSA RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE
A very good example of the quintessential Confederate belt plate- the rectangular CSA. This plate comes with a letter of authenticity from well-known and respected Confederate collector Lewis Leigh… (1083-16) Learn More »
$3,450.00
Originally $3,750.00
CONFEDERATE FAYETTEVILLET SOCKET BAYONET
This is a FINE condition example of the angular socket bayonet produced by the Confederacy at their arsenal in Fayetteville, NC. This bayonet was designed to be used on the final production version… (172-6109) Learn More »
$1,075.00
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AUGUST, 1862 LETTER FROM JOHN H. CREWELL, 34th NEW YORK; DIED OF DISEASE 2 WEEKS LATER
John Crewell enlisted on 5/1/1861 at Dennison, NY as a 21-year-old Private. On 6/15/1861, he mustered into Company F of the 34th New York Infantry. John wrote this letter to his father from US… (2022-2144) Learn More »
CDV OF BARNUM’S GIANT – COLONEL ROUTH GOSHEN
Goshen toured with P.T. Barnum, who in true “Greatest Show on Earth” fashion billed him as “The Arabian Giant,” made up all kinds of stories of his exploits, and gave his stats as being… (2025-1471) Learn More »
$150.00
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CDV PHOTOGRAPH – WILLIAM STROM, 3rd PA HEAVY ARTILLERY
William B. Strom enlisted on 10/8/1862 as a Private, and on 11/8/1862, he mustered into Company F of the 3rd Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery. Near war’s end, as the ranks of the 3rd remained swollen… (2025-1476) Learn More »
CDV PHOTOGRAPH – LT. CHARLES MASURY, 1st MASS. HEAVY ARTILLERY – WIA AT PETERSBURG
Charles H. Masury was born on 2/11/1842 in Wenham, MA. He was 19-years-old, worked as a Morocco Tanner by trade, and resided in Danversport, MA when he enlisted as a Sergeant in Company D of the 1st… (2025-1468) Learn More »
$135.00
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CDV PHOTO – CAPTAIN WILLIAM BROCKENBROUGH, 40th VIRGINIA
William Austin Brockenbrough enlisted on 6/4/1861 as a 1st Lieutenant and commissioned into Company E of the 40th Virginia Infantry. He was promoted to Adjutant on 3/31/1863 and transferred from… (2025-1470) Learn More »
WOOD TOMPION FOR .58 CALIBER MUSKET
Turned wood tompion for a .58 caliber musket. This was used to plug the barrel of the weapon at the muzzle to keep moisture and dirt from getting in the bore. Measures 2.5” long with turned knob at… (1216-108) Learn More »
$50.00
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PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD RIFLE TOMPION
An excellent example of the Enfield rifle tompion. These were issued with the caliber .577 rifles to be inserted into the muzzles to protect against moisture and dirt from getting into the barrel.… (1216-109) Learn More »
$50.00
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US .58 CALIBER MUSKET BALL PULLER
Excellent condition. .58 cal. ball puller. Getting harder to find. [ld] [PH:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED… (1216-122) Learn More »
$65.00
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CIVIL WAR DOUBLE ROW CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS
A good set of Civil War embroidered bullion officer’s shoulder straps for a Captain of infantry. As with all officer material they would be privately purchased by the officer from a military goods… (490-7389) Learn More »
USN MARKED CAP BOX FOR USE WITH METALLIC PISTOL CARTRIDGES
The U.S. Navy acquired several thousand surplus US Army Civil War cap boxes in 1869 for alteration into pistol cartridge boxes for the metallic cartridges used in its Model 1866 Remington single-shot… (2024-1695) Learn More »
$295.00
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GETTYSBURG SKELLY POST GAR MONUMENT DEDICATION BOOK
A very good condition, cloth bound copy of a 27-page book covering the dedication of the Skelly Post G.A.R. monument, including the dedicatory address of local newspaper editor and U.S. Congressman… (2025-1897) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR SOLDIER’S PRAYER BOOK
These small prayer books were printed and handed out to new soldiers by various religious and charitable groups and are typical of the items found in a soldier’s personal effects. This one has the… (1273-11) Learn More »
$75.00
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MODEL 1851 NCO SWORD BELT PLATE WITH MATCHING KEEPER
Civil War era non-commissioned officers belt buckle. Cast brass eagle buckle which has a one-piece applied German silver wreath. The brass buckle has a mellow patina. This has the narrow ½ inch… (2025-1981) Learn More »
$250.00
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BULLET IN WOOD FROM CHANCELLORSVILLE
Offered here is a fine old souvenir “bullet in wood” from the Battle of Chancellorsville. The piece of wood, all that remains of a tree that once stood in the path of the two battling armies, is… (215-254) Learn More »
MINTY WAR-TIME PATTERN 1864 ARTILLERY SHAKO
In January 1864 the government contracted with William C. Dare of Philadelphia for some 1,400 shakos and all were delivered. These hats were based on the pre-1851 Mexican War style Ringgold Pattern… (1284-03) Learn More »
$4,550.00
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A MINTY MKII PATTERN KUKRI
The weapon of the Gurkha. The name "Gurkha" comes from the hill town of Gorkha from which the Nepalese kingdom had expanded. "Better to die than be a coward" is the motto of the world-famous Nepalese… (169-623) Learn More »
$295.00
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ONE OF THE VERY FEW GENUINE WORLD WAR 2 NAZI COSSACK KUBANKAS
Let it be known we do not support or condone Adolf Hitler or the Nazi party in any way, shape, or form. That said let me continue with the description of this very rare piece of military headdress… (1284-02) Learn More »
EARLIER WAR CONFEDERATE CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX
This well-made brown/black leather carbine or possibly pistol box (compatible with the single shot Palmetto 1842 model pistol for example) is of Confederate manufacture. At first glance from the front… (490-7364) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH
This is a Civil War-era percussion cap pouch. The leather shows light wear overall. This pattern has the closing tab sewn to the underside of the somewhat square-shaped outer flap. This latch tab is… (2025-2208) Learn More »
C1840-1870 QUART SIZE PILLAR MOLDED BAR BOTTLE
This 12” tall bottle features 8 molded ribs and an open pontil. Pillar molded bottles are attributed to the Midwest from glass factories along the Ohio River, 1840-70. With their wide bases they… (1239-68) Learn More »
CIRCA 1830-1850 AMERICAN PINT SIZE BAR BOTTLE
This 7” tall blown bar bottle has 2 applied neck rings and a polished pontil. It is difficult to attribute this type bottle to a specific factory or location. These bottles did not have glass… (1239-67) Learn More »
1841 DATED 8-INCH SHOT/SHELL GAUGE
These simple iron ring gauges allowed for quick inspection and sorting of shot and shell by size, something of critical importance to a gun crew and a large task given the huge stacks of cannon balls… (1202-474) Learn More »
$975.00
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SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS
A great looking set of Smith patent shoulder straps for a Captain of infantry, showing medium blue velvet centers with good color and surface, and muted, but strong gilt to the single row borders and… (490-7379) Learn More »
RARE CA. 1825 SILVER PLATED, “EAGLE” MILITIA BELT PLATE
Silver-plated, thin copper face fused to an iron back plate and die struck. A very fine-looking eagle with shield, olive branch, and arrows adorns the face. An array of stars arcing over the eagle and… (179-1317) Learn More »
$1,575.00
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MINTY GERMAN KAR-98K KRIEGSMODELL RIFLE
Exceptional German Kar-98k 7.92mm service rifle made in January 1945 and with Kriegsmodell features. During the final months of World War II, the Kar-98k was simplified by the removal of the bayonet… (2025-1990) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR ENFIELD SERGEANT’S NO. 3 PATTERN GUN TOOL
Sometimes nicknamed the T-tool, these British combination gun tools for the Enfield rifle musket do not seem to have been imported in bulk, but are excavated “with some frequency” and were likely… (1289-64) Learn More »
$100.00
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IRON STIRRUP FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
Civilian style iron stirrup. Measures approximately 5.25” tall, 4.5” across, 2.5” wide. Bottom features “figure 8” cut-out and decorative tooling around edges. Iron wears a dark patina with… (224-813) Learn More »
IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
Here is a clean iron mold for musket balls (approx. .58 caliber). Single cavity type; one round ball. Scissor-type mold with no sprue cutter. It is approximately 5” long. Light surface pitting… (224-801) Learn More »
$225.00
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U.S. MODEL 1863 MUSKET TOOL FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
This Combination Tool was used for the standard M1861 / M1863 muskets. It was a widely used tool during the Civil War. It has an open cone wrench and two screwdrivers. Unmarked. It is approximately… (224-805) Learn More »
CIRCA 1825-1840 TALL BLOWN CANDLESTICK
This 9 7/8” tall candlestick has a medial knop on a pressed stepped base, with a metal candle insert. Open pontil. This type base is usually attributed to manufacture in Pittsburgh. Excellent… (1239-71) Learn More »
$150.00
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CIRCA 1840 PINT SIZE BLOWN AND CUT BAR BOTTLE
This blown lead glass bottle with 9 cut neck flutes and 10 cut basal flutes stands 8” tall. Polished pontil. Manufactured in the US. These bottles did not have glass stoppers but used metal… (1239-66) Learn More »
THE SADDLECLOTH OF GENERAL PHILIP H. SHERIDAN
Also known as a " shabraque" this one, a national treasure, belonged to Major General Sheridan. Major General Philip Sheridan was one of General Ulysses S. Grant's favorite commanders. A West Point… (1268-373A) Learn More »
DOUBLE BORDER SMITH PATENT CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS
A very good set of Smith patent shoulder straps, showing just appropriate age and wear. The borders and rank bars show some rubbing to the gilt finish and consequent slight darkening with some stains… (490-7378) Learn More »
SCARCE DOUBLE BORDER SMITH PATENT INFANTRY LIEUTENANT COLONEL SHOULDER STRAPS
With only one Lieutenant Colonel per regiment, insignia for that rank is tough to find. This is an excellent condition set of Smith patent shoulder straps for a lieutenant colonel of infantry and… (490-7382) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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IDENTIFIED 30th INDIANA OFFICER’S POCKET DICTIONARY: ACTIVE SERVICE 1861-1865
An abridged Webster’s pocket dictionary bearing an 1863 New York, Philadelphia and Cincinnati publication date. Embossed leather covers partially detached and showing wear. Title page is there,… (490-7374) Learn More »
RELIC REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA BRITISH MARINES BUTTON
24mm enlistedman’s coat button with pie crust border, fouled anchor, repousse brass with intact bone back, missing shank. Face somewhat wavy but with excellent details and plate smooth. Excavated in… (2025-2098) Learn More »
$100.00
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NON-DUG C1830’S NEW YORK STATE SEAL COAT BUTTON
This button is of English manufacture dating to circa 1830s. Coat size, 22mm. Albert’s NY10, Tice’s NY100A24. Backmark: “SUPERB IMPERIAL STANDARD*” (inner solid, dotted rings) dm. While… (2025-2108) Learn More »
NON-DUG EARLY FEDERAL ARTILLERY BUTTON
This coat size button is in fine condition with very nice gilt on the face, with just one dark area. At center is a wingspread eagle atop a cannon on its carriage, with a pyramid of cannon balls in… (2025-2099) Learn More »
$35.00
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CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL JOHN A. LOGAN
A good photo of General Logan in uniform. Three-quarter seated view. He is seen with regulation double-breasted frock with shoulder straps, and a slouch or Hardee hat partially visible in his lap.… (2025-1072) Learn More »
$225.00
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CDV OF CAPTAIN HENRY CLAY PRATT
CDV photo of Pratt standing in full uniform. Wearing single-breasted nine-button frock with captain’s shoulder straps, sword belt with sword at side, gauntlets, and holding kepi in hand. Image is… (2025-1038) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON CULLUM
A very nice photo of General Cullum in uniform. Three-quarter seated view. He is seen with regulation double-breasted frock with shoulder straps, officer’s sword belt, sword in lap, and a cape or… (2025-1022) Learn More »
LEATHER SHOULDER SLING FOR CIVIL WAR INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX
This is the bridle leather shoulder sling to support the infantry cartridge boxes of the Civil War. Black leather is approximately 2” wide and 61” long overall. There are two pairs of small cuts… (490-7399) Learn More »
LARGE EMBROIDERED CIVIL WAR INFANTRY INSIGNIA, 9TH REGIMENT
This hat device is a very nice example of a Civil War Infantry officer’s hat insignia. Device features a French horn adorned with tassels. Constructed of embroidered bullion thread and sequins, this… (179-1313) Learn More »
$500.00
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AMERICAN CAP & FLASK CO. “COAT OF ARMS” PATTERN POWDER FLASK
This is a nice example of a relatively scarce “Navy Sized” flask by the American Flask Company. This flask pattern is illustrated in Robin Rapley’s “Colt Percussion Accoutrements 1834-1873”… (172-6147) Learn More »
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1-1/2, SECOND ISSUE, .32 CALIBER REVOLVER
The Smith & Wesson Model 1 ½ was Smith & Wesson's second .32 caliber revolver, intended to combine the small size and convenience of the .22 caliber Model 1 with the larger caliber of the… (172-6133) Learn More »
$875.00
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NAVAL LABORATORY CRATE FOR RIFLED MUSKET CARTRIDGES
Dovetailed wooden crate with lid that measures approximately 13.75” long x 8.5” wide x 8.75” high. The wood has much of the original dark finish remaining on all sides with heavier wear to the… (179-1320) Learn More »
$625.00
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A RARE REGULATION IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY OFFICER'S FROCK COAT AND SERVICE REVOLVER: WILLIAM P. BOHANNON, 5TH VIRGINIA CAVALRY
This coat and side arm came to light in an estate sale held by the Bohannon family in Mechanicsville, Virginia in 1974. The Bohannon family goes back centuries in this country and is still well… (1268-369) Learn More »
APRIL 1865 ORDER SIGNED BY CONFEDERATE NAVY SECRETARY S.R. MALLORY- “THE LAST ORDER I RECEIVED IN THE CONFEDERATE WAR.”
Although born in the British West Indies, Stephen R. Mallory grew up in Florida, where he read law and became an authority on maritime law, held some public offices, including Inspector of Customs,… (297-35) Learn More »
HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1841 RIFLE WITH TYPE III ALTERATION
Very rare and exceptional condition Model 1841 “Mississippi” rifle with Type III alterations performed at the Harpers Ferry Armory. The Type III alteration increased the bore diameter from .54… (2025-1991) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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SCARCE WV (US) HONORABLE DISCHARGE MEDAL – GEORGE FRADD - 1st WV, BATTERY E
As with many West Virginia Volunteers, George Fradd’s records lack generous detail. He enlisted in 1862, mustered in in Buckhannon, and served with the Battery for its full term. The medal itself… (2025-853) Learn More »
FLEXO BAND COOL MINER’S CAP
The Flexo Band Cool Miner’s cap was also referred to as a “Turtle Shell” Cap due to it’s shape. The cap was first patented around 1933 by Albert Strauss. It is an all-leather cap with metal… (2023-3114) Learn More »
NON-DUG C1830’S MASSACHUSETTS STATE SEAL COAT BUTTON
This one part, coat sized flat button depicts the state seal of Massachusetts – a Native American holding a bow and an arrow. Use of this version of the seal dates from the colonial period, intended… (2025-2106) Learn More »
DANVILLE, VA, CONFEDERATE PAROLE – YOUNG’S BATTERY- HALIFAX LIGHT ARTILLERY
Dated May 9, 1865, at Danville, VA, this an original parole signed by Lt. Col. Stephen C. Fletcher of the 1st Maine Veteran Volunteers, serving as U.S. Provost Martial for the city of Danville, made… (297-34) Learn More »
SMITH PATENT FIRST LIEUTENANT OF ARTILLERY SHOULDER STRAPS
These Civil War officer’s shoulder straps are in great condition and have strong color. These are for a First Lieutenant of artillery, having a red wool ground, with a single rank bar at either end… (490-7383) Learn More »
VERY SCARCE PRESS BADGE FOR THE GETTYSBURG 50th ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION WITH THE NEWS PHOTOGRAPHER’S PERSONAL STERLING BADGE
These two pieces belonged to Arthur Bergey, who worked as a newspaper photographer for some thirty years for the Inquirer and the Philadelphia Press and the Evening Ledger. Bergey was one of those… (2025-1891) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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REGULATION CIVIL WAR US ARMY ISSUE BLANKET IN AMAZING CONDITION
These wool blankets were an essential piece of a Union soldier's gear. This one is full length and unaltered. It measures 66 inches wide by 80 inches in length. The ends are finished on the sides, and… (2025-1850) Learn More »
A REGULATION US ARMY 1829 BALDRIC AND EAGLE BUCKLE
A baldric is a belt worn over one shoulder that is typically used to carry a weapon or other implement such as a drum. The word may also refer to any belt in general, but this usage is poetic or… (490-7366) Learn More »
SET OF THREE VINTAGE GETTYSBURG ICE & STORAGE CO. MILK BOTTLES
Attractive set of glass bottles in excellent condition with no chips or cracks; each has an embossed ‘G’ in a circle at the top, with “HALF PINT LIQUID”, “ONE PINT LIQUID”, and “ONE… (179-1295) Learn More »
$50.00 per Set
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BEAUTIFUL CONDITION WAR OF 1812 US MUSKET
Between 1809 and 1812 a total of 3.050 muskets were issued to the states the by the Federal Government under the Militia Act of 1808. An additional 4,550 were purchased by the states during this time.… (490-7351) Learn More »
$2,695.00
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A FINE SAXON MODEL 1873 ARTILLERY SABER
The 29 1/2-inch blade is marked on the ricasso: "WEYERSBURG KIRSCHBAUM & Cie SOLINGEN" while on the spine is a small crown over "RC". The blade has some scuffing but is otherwise in excellent… (2025-664) Learn More »
ID’D OFFICER’S BOX – LT. CHRISTIAN HARRIOT, 2nd CALIFORNIA CAVALRY (EX-TEXAS MUSEUM)
Christian Harriot enlisted on 3/30/1862 at San Francisco, CA as a Private and mustered into Company M of the 2nd California Cavalry. He was promoted several times, first to Sergeant Major on… (1268-1018) Learn More »
$975.00
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ULTRA-RARE CONFEDERATE SINGER-FRETWELL TORPEDO FUZE INVENTED BY THE SINGER SEWING MACHINE FAMILY AND USED AT THE BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY
Edgar C. Singer of Port Lavaca, TX, who invented this type of successful marine torpedo, was the nephew of famed Isaac Merritt Singer, the inventor of the first sewing machine. Singer turned to the… (1179-666) Learn More »
$3,750.00
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CDV OF BRIGADIER GENERAL GEORGE A. CUSTER
This cdv image shows us a waist-up view of Custer. He wears a regulation double-breasted Brigadier General’s frock coat and shoulder straps. He has a bushy mustache, but not the long curls of other… (1189-139) Learn More »
$700.00
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CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL EDMUND KIRBY SMITH
A very fine cdv photograph of Smith in uniform. In this waist up view he wears a double-breasted General Officer’s frock coat with collar insignia partially visible under his beard and galloons on… (2025-1007) Learn More »
CDV OF ANNA SWAN “TALLEST GIRL IN THE WORLD”
CDV photo of Anna standing in the presence of two others at a side table. Image is clear with good contrast. Typical ruled mount shows some moderate soiling and edge and corner wear. Printed backmark… (1266-1874) Learn More »
$65.00
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IRON US/CS HORSE BIT (BROKEN) FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
Iron non-regulation bit used by Northern and Southern cavalry of the Civil War period. Side “cheek” pieces are approximately 6.5” long. These have two loops (at top and bottom) for tack.… (224-822) Learn More »
IRON US/CS HORSE BIT (BROKEN) FROM LEE’S HEADQUARTERS MUSEUM COLLECTION
Iron non-regulation bit used by Northern and Southern cavalry of the Civil War period. Side “cheek” pieces are approximately 6.25” long. These have three loops (at top, middle, and bottom) for… (224-814) Learn More »
$195.00
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FROM LIFE CDV VIEW OF CUSTER BY GOLDIN
This is a very nice “from-life” view of Custer by John Goldin & Co. in May 1865, Katz #70 in his Custer in Photographs, taken in May 1865. Custer is shown seated, from mid-calf up, resting one arm on the back of the photographer’s chair,… (2024-450). Learn More »
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