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T-65 CONFEDERATE 1864 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-65 bill featuring the portrait of Lucy Pickens, the wife of the governor of South Carolina during the war in the center of the bill. There… (2025-833) Learn More »
T-58 CONFEDERATE 1863 $20 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $20 CSA T-58 bill featuring the Tennessee State Capitol with a portrait of Alexander Stephens at the bottom right corner. These bills were signed by… (2025-832) Learn More »
CANAL BANK, NEW ORLEANS, $10 BILL
$10 bill, undated with no signatures. This note is printed in black ink on the front and orange ink on the back. The printing is clear and the contrast very good. No pin holes, wrinkling, or soiling.… (2025-831) Learn More »
1845 BANK OF SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY $5 NOTE
An original piece of early Pennsylvania currency, being a $5 note dated 1 November, 1845. The bill features a scene of livestock in the top, center. Other oval portraits on edges. Engraved and printed… (2025-830) Learn More »
SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER
This is a Smith & Wesson, No. 2, Old Model Army Revolver. It is a .32 caliber, six-shot revolver with a 5” barrel, rosewood handles. Civil War serial number 3525. Production began in 1861, with… (2025-874) Learn More »
CLOSE TO REGULATION VIRGINIA CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN'S FROCK COAT
The coat is made of mid- gray wool, possibly imported from England. It has full-length skirts ending in the typical and desirable raw edge. The sleeves have an 8 1/2-inch billow at the elbow. The dark… (1268-060) Learn More »
FRAMED, UNMOUNTED WARTIME IMAGE OF GEN. FRANCIS C. BARLOW ALONG WITH SIGNATURE
Attractive 15” x 10” modern frame with triple mount with scrolling leaf design. At left is an unmounted bust image in an oval measuring 3 ½” x 2”, approx. CDV sized. Signature is ink on… (2025-432) Learn More »
QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE PHOTO – NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEER INFANTRYMAN
This very nice Ambro features a standing Union infantryman in uniform and proudly displaying his state affiliation. He wears a fatigue blouse and the dark blue variation of trousers, while tucked away… (2025-899) Learn More »
.71 CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for muskets. Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.70”. The number “15” is stamped in… (2025-871) Learn More »
CIRCA 1830-1850 PAIR OF AMERICAN PINT BAR BOTTLES
Two applied neck rings with large bar lip; each stands 7” tall. Large polished pontils. Bar bottles were used used in taverns and hotels and did not have glass stopper. Slight staining inside. … (1239-51) Learn More »
LATE 19TH CENTURY AQUA GLASS WHIMSY
This attractive small bottle stands just 3 7/8” tall. It was blown in an 18 diamond mold with a polished base still showing This cute glass animal (horse?) stands 4” tall and 5 ¾” wide.… (1239-56) Learn More »
RARE COPY – CUTLER’S BRIGADE AT GETTYSBURG, SIGNED
This handsome Second Edition (1994) book is Volume 7 of the rare and stylized Butternut and Blue “Army of the Potomac” series. Written by James L. McLean, this book details the Brigade of… (1180-256) Learn More »
SCARCE, FINE 2ND EDITION COPY – SONS OF OLD MONROE, 140th NY REGIMENTAL HISTORY
Published in 1999 in Second Edition by Morningside Press in limited numbers, this title has become somewhat rare. “Sons of Old Monroe” was written by Brian A. Bennett, who drew from unpublished… (1180-255) Learn More »
$195.00
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ANSON MILLS PATENT CARTRIDGE BELT FOR THE .45-70 WITH NEW YORK BUCKLE
This H-shaped, stamped belt plate was adopted by the U.S. Army in 1886 and used on what is sometimes called the “loose-loop” belt, which has woven cartridge loops and ends that are secured to the… (2025-908) Learn More »
$150.00
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THIRD MODEL, BRASS FRAME, 4-BARREL STARR PATENT PEPPERBOX PISTOL
Here is a very attractive .32 caliber third model pepperbox style pistol as made by Merrill Firearms Company in Baltimore for Eben T. Starr of Yonkers, NY. Similar in appearance to the Christian… (2025-653) Learn More »
MINTY U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH, ARSENAL MARKED
Very fine condition leather fuse pouch. The leather of the outer flap is in wonderful condition with very nice brown tone. The latch tab is stitched to the underside of the flap. This tab is… (2025-907) Learn More »
GERMAN HUNTING KNIFE
The German Hirschfänger (Deer Catcher) is a long hunting dagger or cutlass. This is a nice, late 19th century Hirschfänger, with an etched blade that remains clean. This long knife has a stag… (2025-870) Learn More »
COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL
This 1849 Colt pocket model revolver with all matching serial numbers is in very good condition. The revolver has serial number 263503 matching on all parts but the unmarked loading lever, which gives… (2025-651) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED MODEL 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD – LT. JAMES H. WILLIAMS, 15TH MASS. INFANTRY
This very nice Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer’s Sword by Bent & Bush, Boston, Mass. It is a very fine example of the pattern. The cast and brass hilt is loaded with original gilt and the… (2025-412) Learn More »
TROUSERS IDENTIFIED TO JOHN J. TEW, 51ST NORTH CAROLINA INFANTRY – WOUNDED AT COLD HARBOR
John J. Tew's trousers were made from a black colored wool-jean cloth that has oxidized to a dark brown color. They are both machine and hand sewn. The adjustment belt in back is completely intact and… (1268-039) Learn More »
$7,500.00
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RELIC ALTERED CONFEDERATE NAVAL KNIFE
This Bowie has a “Selma-style” grip using overlapping fish scales attributed to Thomas Leech & Co. / Memphis Novelty Works during their time in Columbus, MS, after the fall of Nashville in… (1268-639) Learn More »
$1,200.00
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STONEWALL JACKSON AT CEDAR MOUNTAIN - BRONZE SCULPTURE BY RON TUNISON
A limited edition cold cast bronze sculpture by Ron Tunison dating to 2000. The piece is numbered 97 of 350. It is on a hardwood base with a gold title plate. It stands approximately 15 inches tall… (2025-1392) Learn More »
RARE “LEE ON HORSEBACK” COLD CAST SCULPTURE BY RON TUNISON
Here is a very rare, mint condition sculpture titled “Genl Robert E. Lee” made by the renowned sculptor depicts a true to life scene that is rich with great detail and historical accuracy, two of… (2025-1393) Learn More »
M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF JULIUS ELLENDORF, 42nd NEW YORK: THE TAMMANY REGIMENT – LIEUTENANT, ADJUTANT, AND CAPTAIN; SAW ACTION AT THE ANGLE DURING PICKETT’S CHARGE AT THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG!
This Model 1850 Foot Officer’s Sword bears an old paper label glued to the scabbard between the upper and middle mounts that is faded, but clearly reads “Sword belonging to/Capt. Julius… (2025-423) Learn More »
$4,750.00
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MAGNIFICENT SET OF SILVER GAMECOCK HEAD SPURS PRESENTED BY THE OFFICERS OF THE FIRST DELAWARE TO MAJOR GENERAL W.H. FRENCH
Unique in our experience, these impressive silver spurs are cast and chased in the form of a fighting rooster or gamecock. Intricately worked feathers spread back on the sidebars from the neck of each… (1287-08) Learn More »
$9,500.00
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RON TUNISON FINE PEWTER EDITION STATUE “FRIEND TO FRIEND - A BROTHERHOOD UNDIVIDED”
Official limited edition Civil War Gettysburg Masonic sculpture by the famed military sculptor Ron Tunison, titled, “Friend to Friend ; a Brotherhood Undivided”. The statue depicts wounded… (2025-1241) Learn More »
$495.00
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ORIGINAL SILVER-MOUNTED FIFE
This wooden fife is a wonderful example of a typical musical wind instrument of the mid-19th century. In very good original condition, this Civil War-era cylindrical fife measures 17” long and is… (2025-727) Learn More »
$135.00
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COLT M1855 SIDE-HAMMER POCKET REVOLVER, MODEL 2
This is a .28 caliber, 5 shot, single action, percussion revolver, with a 3.5” barrel. Maker barrel mark: “COLT’S PT. ADDRESS COL. COLT / 1855 HARTFORD, CT USA”. Serial numbers (11625) are… (490-7322) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX
Original pistol cartridge box to hold Navy size (.36 cal.) cartridge packs. Outer flap remains supple but has heavy surface crazing overall. No maker’s stamping visible. Latch tab was originally… (1268-1035) Learn More »
$75.00
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RARE ALBUMEN PHOTO – LINCOLN HOUSE, SPRINGFIELD, WITH FUNERAL AND MOURNING BUNTING
This period photograph shows the famous Lincoln House in Springfield, decorated in mourning and funeral appointments shortly after President Lincoln’s assassination. It is mounted to a white card,… (297-27) Learn More »
$750.00
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STEREOVIEW CARD – BRITISH OFFICER’S BOOT FROM FIELD OF BATTLE, REVOUTIONARY WAR
This known photograph is overlayed in stereoscopic fashion and shows a partial boot found on the field of a Revolutionary War battle containing the severed leg of a British officer. The images are in… (1266-867) Learn More »
$75.00
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CABINET CARD – NATIVE AMERICAN WITH HEADDRESS, TRIBAL ACESSORIES, AND WAMPUM
This interesting image features a Native American male standing near a barbed wire fence. He is wearing a braided headdress with what may be a war bonnet hanging beneath the folded, fringed coat… (1266-877) Learn More »
$95.00
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STEREOVIEW CARD – CHIPPEWA SQUAWS “WILD RICE GATHERERS” BY CHARLES AND ZIMMERMAN
This dual image is mounted to a muted yellow card and features four members of the Chippewa Tribe, three women and a baby, bringing a canoe to rest along the bank of a body of water. Each image is in… (1266-854) Learn More »
$45.00
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WAR OF 1812 “CHEESE BOX” CANTEEN
Offered here is a very fine “cheese box” style wooden canteen. The body is painted black, with three black leather straps nailed to the rim to hold a shoulder strap. This canteen is without its… (2025-905) Learn More »
$495.00
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BOWIE KNIFE AND SCABBARD
A nice Bowie-style knife with clipped point blade, 12.25” overall with 7.25” blade. German silver handle and oval guard. Hollow, two-piece handle with scrolling foliate designs shows some dents… (2025-869) Learn More »
$150.00
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MONROE COUNTY VETS ASSOCIATION RIBBON BADGE – CAPT. HENRY LOMB, 1915 (13th NY), FOUNDING PARTNER OF BAUSCH AND LOMB
Henry was 32 years old when he enlisted on 4/23/1861 at Rochester, NY as a 1st Sergeant. On 5/14/1861, he mustered into Company C of the 13th New York Infantry. He served until mustering out on… (2023-717) Learn More »
$75.00
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MONROE COUNTY, NY VETS ASSOCIATION RIBBON BADGE – GEN. E.G. MARSHALL, 1919
This piece of Civil War veteran memorabilia is in excellent condition and comes to us as part of a Monroe County-specific collection of GAR and associated items. A button pin with a celluloid coating… (2023-715) Learn More »
MONROE COUNTY, NY VETERANS BADGE – 1917, PVT. ROB ROY “MCNULTY” CONVERSE
Rob Roy Converse served in Company I of the 40th Pennsylvania from September of 1861 through April of 1865, when he transferred to the 190th Pennsylvania to muster out on June 28th, 1865. This pin… (2023-460) Learn More »
SIXTH PLATE AMBROTYPE – ENLISTED US SOLDIER WITH DOG
This great image features a US soldier in his dress frock and dark blue trousers, which were less commonly seen in the ranks as the Civil War dragged on and army regulations of 1861 mandated a change… (2025-877) Learn More »
$950.00
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MODEL 1860 COLT "ARMY" REVOLVER
This percussion sidearm is an early four-screw Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in nice condition. The Colt Army revolver was the major sidearm in use by U.S. troops during the Civil War with… (2025-652) Learn More »
$1,695.00
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U.S. M1861 MAKER MARKED INFANTRY CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PLATE
This leather box is for carrying an infantryman’s supply of .58 caliber rifle musket cartridges. The large outer flap remains soft and flexible with good finish overall. The leather is clean and… (2025-282) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE MAJOR CRITTENDEN'S COLONEL'S FROCK COAT
This begs an explanation! This Confederate Officer Charles T. Crittenden grew up near Cedar Mountain, Virginia. When the Civil War began, he was elected a Lieutenant in Company B, 13th Virginia this… (1268-1006) Learn More »
IDENTIFIED HORSTMANN CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER CARRIED BY GEORGE BRECK, NEW YORK LIGHT ARTILLERY
Cavalry officer’s sabers carried by officers in the light artillery are not uncommon, particularly in volunteer units where regulations might be more loosely applied, and a cavalry officer’s… (490-5267) Learn More »
A SOUTH CAROLINA CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN'S SUPERB FROCK COAT
Worn by Robert Chisolm who formed Chisolm's Company, 1st Battalion South Carolina Sharpshooters on July 23,1862 after service in the artillery. This unit subsequently became Company A, 1st South… (1268-1006) Learn More »
C1860-1900 AMERICAN OR ENGLISH DIAMOND MOLDED SCENT BOTTLE WITH STOPPER
This attractive small bottle stands just 3 7/8” tall. It was blown in an 18 diamond mold with a polished base still showing evidence of a rough pontil. Overall very fine condition. … (1239-55) Learn More »
C1800 CUT AND MOLDED IRISH DECANTER WITH PERIOD STOPPER
Likely produced in Belfast. Molded, unmarked base with rough pontil. Measures 8 ¾” tall with two bladed neck rings. Cut finger flutes on shoulder with a cut husk ring around the body. Blank… (1239-53) Learn More »
$125.00
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ID PIN MADE FROM SILVER QUARTER – 17TH IOWA INFANTRY
This item is a soldier’s identification disk made from a silver Seated Liberty Quarter. The face was polished smooth and then finely engraved with initials “AS” at top with a large “B” in… (1268-123) Learn More »
½(HALF) PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF OLDER MAN, IN BRASS MAT
This image features an extended bust view of an older gentleman in smart, period dress. The image is framed by a brass mat and includes the case glass and a piece of heavy, older pasteboard… (1266-1028) 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… (1268-1034) Learn More »
REMINGTON "DOUBLE DERRINGER" SECOND MODEL
Remington manufactured more than 150,000 over-under, double-barreled derringers from 1866 until the end of their production in 1935. This is a .41 rimfire with two 3" barrels. There is an extractor… (2025-499) Learn More »
$450.00
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SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER WITH 5-INCH BARREL
This is a Smith & Wesson, No. 2, Old Model Army Revolver. It is a .32 caliber, six-shot revolver with 5” octagonal barrel and rosewood handles. Has early serial number of 1487 on butt strap.… (2025-491) Learn More »
EMPTY NINTH-PLATE THERMOPLASTIC “UNION” PHOTOGRAPH CASE
This is a 1/9 plate “Union” hard case. The thermoplastic case is in very good condition with only minor corner chips. Two brass hinges and catch all in good order. Both halves of hard case match… (1266-914) Learn More »
$75.00
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1883 DATED FRAMED SIGNATURE – WINFIELD SCOTT HANCOCK
Housed in a modern 20” x 15 ½” brown & black frame. At bottom is Hancock’s signature in ink on a 4 ¾” x 3” card: “Wfld S. Hancock / San Francisco, Cal. / Decbr 13th,… (2025-416) Learn More »
$350.00
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IDENTIFIED BRADY “PENNY POSE” CDV PHOTO – PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Taken by Mathew Brady in 1864, this photo depicts the profile of President Abraham Lincoln used on the U.S. penny. It has been trimmed at the corners to form an octagonal shape and two sets of… (297-28) Learn More »
ALLEN & WHEELOCK DOUBLE-ACTION BAR HAMMER PEPPERBOX PISTOL
This Allen & Wheelock double-action percussion pepperbox pistol in is very good original condition. Known by a number of trade names, this pepperbox pistol was made in New York during the… (2025-494) Learn More »
U.S. ARTILLERY FUSE POUCH, ARSENAL MARKED
Very nice condition leather fuse pouch. The leather of the outer flap is in good condition with tooled edge and slight upward curl at the corners. The latch tab is stitched to the underside of the… (2025-176) Learn More »
MODEL 1860 COLT "ARMY" REVOLVER
This percussion sidearm is an early four-screw Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in nice condition. The Colt Army revolver was the major sidearm in use by U.S. troops during the Civil War with… (2025-489) Learn More »
JOSHUA CHAMBERLAIN BUST BY RON TUNISON
Cold cast bronze statue of Union General Joshua Chamberlain is from the series of twelve busts by Ron Tunison titled, “The Men they Followed”, which commemorated the leaders of the Civil War. Each… (2025-450) Learn More »
$450.00
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GENERAL ROBERT E. LEE BUST BY RON TUNISON
A limited edition cold-cast bronze statue of Gen. Lee by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison. Dated 1995, the sculpture stands approx. 8 ½” tall, and measures 3” x 2 ¾” at the base. The back is… (2025-456) Learn More »
$495.00
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MATTHEW FONTAINE MAURY'S SWORD
This sword of the British Pattern of 1822/45 was sold to Maury by the Wilkinson sword cutlers of London, England. At the time he ordered the sword Maury was serving in England as the principal… (1268-684) Learn More »
$55,000.00
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PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD RIFLE – “1862 / TOWER”
This P53 Enfield rifle is a .577 caliber muzzleloader measuring 55” long overall with a 39” long barrel. Barrel surface has scattered light pitting with heavier pitting around the breech and… (2025-446) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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RARE 1866 PRINT – LINCOLN & FAMILY CIRCLE, ASSASSINATION RELATED, ORIGINAL FRAME
Lincoln's assassination inspired the publication of many prints about Lincoln, including portraits, scenes of the assassination, and images of earlier, happier times of Lincoln's life. A surprisingly… (1288-01) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR LARGE REVOLVERS
This is a black leather holster made to accommodate the Colt, Remington, and other revolvers. A Colt .44 caliber “Army” model fits into this. The holster “pocket” measures 10 ¾” along its… (1268-1036) Learn More »
$495.00
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MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT PLATE
Civil War-era officer’s sword belt buckle. Cast brass eagle buckle with 1.25” wide hook on back. Very nice, raised detail on face. The buckle is still nicely curved and only shows very little… (1268-1043) Learn More »
UNION SOLDIER LETTER - SERGEANT WILLIAM H. BAKER, 100TH NEW YORK INFANTRY, WITH COVER ADDRESSED TO CAPT. ANDERSON GRIFFIN ERIE CO, NY
Dated “Camp of the 100th Regt. Seven Miles from Richmond, Sunday afternoon, May 26th, 1862.” Addressed to “Capt. Deacon Griffin, Capt. of Griffins Mill Home Guards, Dear Friend.” 4pp. on… (467-21) Learn More »
$155.00
Originally $195.00
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UNION SOLDIER LETTER - PRIVATE ALBERT A. TRESCOTT, BATTERY “E”, 1ST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY
Dated “Camp Winfield Scott / Before Yorktown, May 3rd, 1862, enroute to Yorktown, VA. Addressed to “Dear Friends” 4 pages in ink on unlined paper, 12.5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks, chipping… (467-22) Learn More »
$230.00
Originally $290.00
UNION SOLDIER LETTER / YORKTOWN 1862--FROM “THATCHER” TO SISTER ALICE
Dated, “June 11, 1862.” 2 pages in ink on lined paper, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Ink lightly faded but entirely legible. Else VG. Text. “Sister alice….I got your letter a weak ago to day… (467-23) Learn More »
$125.00
Originally $160.00
ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S MAROON SASH
This is an original Civil War officer’s sash in very good condition. Worn by officers in most of the branches of the United States Army, the waist sash was a common uniform accoutrement that… (2025-409) Learn More »
$650.00
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RELIC CONFEDERATE PICKET PIN – RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG
This is an excavated Civil War iron picket pin. A southern, hand-forged copy of the Federal regulation piece of cavalry equipment. Used to stake-down a horse temporarily while on picket or… (2025-531) Learn More »
$795.00
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SILVER 22ND CORPS BADGE ID'D TO PRIV. EDGAR SMITH - 1ST NEW HAMPSHIRE HEAVY ARTILLERY
The Twenty-Second Army Corps, Department of Washington unofficially adopted this beautiful and quinquefoliate shaped badge with the center portion having raised 'crossed cannons' over cannon balls,… (2025-1156) Learn More »
SCARCE US OVAL EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE CIRCA 1835-1845
Stamped brass, oval plate has a spread-winged eagle with a patriotic shield on its chest at center. Face is nice and clean with good detail to the eagle. Reverse is not lead filled as is proper with… (2025-960) Learn More »
$350.00
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NON-REGULATION SNARE DRUM WITH STICKS, SLING & PLATE -- ID’D TO 34TH NEW YORK DRUMMER
This is constructed in the standard fashion, with a wood body fastened at the overlapping seam by brass tacks arranged in circular patterns around the vent hole. The maple shell measures 17” in… (1268-165) Learn More »
A LOUISIANA CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY CAPTAIN'S FROCK COAT
This is an outstanding example that was until recently in the Fort Worth Texas Civil War Museum. The coat is double breasted and made of a dark gray wool satinet. There are seven Louisiana state… (1268-557) Learn More »
BADGE HONORING MAJOR GENERAL QUINCY A. GILMORE
Shield shaped brass badge that meas. approx. 1.25 x 1.25 inches with a “T” bar pin on back. The catch and bar are in good shape though there is a slight bend in the pin. The face of the badge has… (2025-970) Learn More »
UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERANS REUNION BADGE-MEMPHIS 1909
The top part of this badge has a reversed tear drop shape with a bar running through the center. The bar is boldly stamped “MEMPHIS” at center. Above the lettering are two crossed Confederate… (2025-972) Learn More »
$250.00
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1893 NEW YORK DAY AT GETTYSBURG MEDAL
New York “Medals of Honor” for participation in the Battle of Gettysburg were brainchild of Daniel Sickles and adopted by the New York Monuments Commission for the Battlefield of Gettysburg on May… (2025-968) Learn More »
REGULATION SIZED RIFLEMAN’S INSIGNIA
This insignia was issued for use on the 1858 dress hat of enlisted men. It differs from the earlier examples in several ways. This trumpet is larger, has a double instead of a single twist, a tightly… (2025-957) Learn More »
HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1819 HALL RIFLE, DATED 1832 – CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION
The overall length of the weapon is 52.5” with a round .54 caliber barrel that measures approximately 32 ½” long. Bore is clean with rifling. The surface of the barrel is lacquered brown color… (2025-442) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR MASSACHUSETTS 1864 PRESENTATION GERMAN SILVER BUGLE
This is an untouched Civil War German Silver double-twist bugle with mouthpiece in place, in very good condition, standing 10-3/4” tall with a 4-1/8” diameter bell fitted with a matching floating… (1273-06) Learn More »
RARE PHILADELPHIA RESERVE BRIGADE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
This is a very good example of a very scarce plate. See O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 588 for a parallel example and commentary. This retains a very good edge and detail to the raised design on the… (2025-779) Learn More »
RARE OHIO CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE
These cartridge box belt plates were patterned after the US 1826 round eagle breast plates and, like them, are made of stamped rolled brass that is given a lead solder fill to stiffen it and anchor a… (2025-769) Learn More »
$3,000.00
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NON-DUG STATE OF NEW YORK BROAD LETTER, ARROW BACK “SNY” OVAL BELT PLATE
This corresponds to O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 547, dating 1863-65, and in very good condition, with the arrowhead belt studs and fastening hook in place on the back, with its full lead-solder… (490-7275) Learn More »
GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE, TYPE IVa
Complete GAR membership badge in good condition. Badge consists of a brass spread-winged eagle perched on crossed cannons over a stack of cannonballs. Reverse has the original pin. Suspended from the… (844-52) Learn More »
GAR MEMBERSHIP BADGE, TYPE IVa
Complete GAR membership badge in good condition. Badge consists of a brass spread-winged eagle perched on crossed cannons over a stack of cannonballs. Reverse has the original pin. Suspended from the… (844-54) Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .44 CALIBER, ARMY REVOLVERS
Iron, two cavity bullet mold casts “old model” bullets for the .44 caliber Army revolvers. It casts one round ball and one “old model” elongated bullet. The OM bullets are taller than the… (2-680) Learn More »
MANHATTAN ARMS BULLET MOLD FOR .36 CALIBER REVOLVERS
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .36 caliber “Navy” revolvers. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. Sprue cutter is attached to the top at the hinge pin and is roughly marked… (2-688) Learn More »
$75.00
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IRON .36 CALIBER BULLET MOLD FOR UNKNOWN REVOLVER
This mold is an iron scissor type mold with a swivel sprue cutter mounted on top. Measures 6” long. Mold casts a .36 caliber round ball and a two-groove elongated bullet. Cavities are very good. The… (2-685) Learn More »
TWICE SIGNED CDV OF GETTYSBURG’S JOHN BURNS
Seated view of Gettysburg civilian soldier John Burns, seated with one elbow resting on photographer’s table. Wears a long coat with his hat on the table. Signed on the front, below the image in… (2024-2383) Learn More »
$975.00
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BRADY LINCOLN CDV
This CDV is marked reversely along the top “Brady” and “Washington”. This well-known image features a half-view of a seated President Abraham Lincoln and was taken on January 8th,… (297-23) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR CARBINE BORE CLEANING BRUSH
This cavalry carbine cleaning brush device is an excellent example of a tool used to clean out the barrel bore of breechloading carbines during the war. Carried by most Federal cavalrymen, the item… (1268-383) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR US ARTILLERY LANYARD
A standard implement with every artillery piece, this rare, Civil War-era artillery gunner’s lanyard has survived the years in excellent condition. The iron hook at the end of the hemp lanyard was… (2025-540) Learn More »
MINT GAR RIBBON BADGE – LINCOLN POST NO. 11, NEWARK – GETTYSBURG, 1895
One hundred and eighty-nine Union veterans from The Lincoln GAR Post of Newark, New Jersey boarded a train in October 1883 heading for Richmond where they would attend a banquet with their former… (480-347) Learn More »
$225.00
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ASSORTMENT OF SCALE MODEL CANNON BY RUSSELL A. NORGAN
Excellent condition assortment of handcrafted, limited edition scale model cannon. Priced at $1,250.00 each except for the limber chest, which is priced at $850.00. Each item has its corresponding… (2025-) Learn More »
NON-DUG “THIN LETTER” STATE OF NEW YORK BELT PLATE
This is a match for O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 549 in very good condition. This has good definition to the letters and raised rims on the edge, traces of thin, faded gilt some recesses, but… (490-7273) Learn More »
REMINGTON-ELLIOT FOUR-BARREL DERRINGER
Remington made these ring-trigger, multi-barrel, repeating derringers in .32 caliber from 1863 to 1888. Production is estimated at around 17,500 (70 percent of the combined total of 25,000 in both .22… (2025-498) Learn More »
$550.00
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COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL
This 1849 Colt pocket model revolver with all matching serial numbers is in good condition and has been reblued. The revolver has serial number 46470 matching on all parts but the unmarked loading… (2025-490) Learn More »
$975.00
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RARE YANKEE "PLUG HAT" STRUCK AT ANTIETAM
This hat, a rarely seen form of the slouch hat, was in two museums prior to our acquiring it - the Eastern Washington State Historical Society Museum of Spokane, Washington State where it was on… (1268-267) Learn More »
KENTUCKY RIFLE WIPER
This is an iron tool featuring the two spiral wiper tines on the end. Opposite end is male threaded. Measures 4.75” long overall. Approximately 0.445” diameter. Iron is in good condition with just… (2025-09) Learn More »
$95.00
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COMBINATION BALL SCREW & WIPER FOR BELGIAN M1822/41 RIFLE
This is an iron combination tool featuring a ball screw running up through the center of the spiral wiper tines. Square-ish shank. Measures approximately 1.5” long overall and 0.58” in… (2025-12) Learn More »
$40.00
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COMBINATION TOOL (FOR M1840 HALL CARBINE?)
This is an iron combination tool featuring a nipple wrench and screw driver blades. This very much appears like a Hall carbine tool with the pick broken or intentionally removed. These would have been… (2025-05) Learn More »
$30.00
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MID-19TH CENTURY PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM WITH PHOTOS
Antique tooled leather photo album for CDV and Tintype pictures. A single flat, brass clasp holds the album closed. There are 24 thick double-sided, gilt-edged photo pages capable of holding 48… (1266-748) Learn More »
FRAMED 1869 DATED AUTOGRAPH – MAJOR GENERAL GEORGE G. MEADE
Beautifully framed and matted in a modern 20” x 15” gold frame, with rich dark blue matting. At top right is a 4 ¾” x 2 ½” lined, pre-printed card filled in ink: “Autograph of / Geo. G.… (2025-493) Learn More »
$375.00
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1861 SOLDIER LETTER – PVT. ISAAC SPERRY, 73rd OHIO – KILLED AT GETTYSBURG
Just six months after writing this letter, Private Isaac Sperry and the 73rd Ohio would see action at McDowell, Virginia. From there, they would fight in some of the bloodiest battles of the Eastern… (2024-2133) Learn More »
$395.00
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1858 WEST POINT CADET LETTER – WITH EXCELLENT PERSONAL CONTENT
This letter was written by a West Point Cadet named James, on March 20th, 1858. This tumultuous time in American History produced officers for the approaching conflict, leaving us to wonder if he is… (1288-02) Learn More »
$95.00
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LINCOLN FUNERAL RELIC
A piece of “black silk ribbon or trim used in the funeral obsequies of Abraham Lincoln.” This measures about 1” x ¼” and was part of a longer two pieces sold in the Railsplitter Auction #8,… (2024-2138) Learn More »
$175.00
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SOUVENIR “HIGHLIGHT OF GETTYSBURG” CHARM BRACELET
This silver (or at least silver color) charm bracelet is still on its original card, labelled in blue: “HIGHLIGHTS OF GETTYSBURG” at top, and then left to right beneath the suspended charms:… (2024-1893) Learn More »
$45.00
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EXCELLENT CONDITION NON-DUG CONFEDERATE RIFLEMAN’S BLOCK “R” UNIFORM BUTTON
This excellent condition artifact is a rare, non-excavated, Confederate imported Block “R” brass button as worn on Southern enlisted rifleman’s uniforms. The coat-size artillery button is of… (2025-978) Learn More »
$350.00
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ORIGINAL WILLIAM W. MARSTON DOUBLE-ACTION BAR HAMMER PEPPERBOX PISTOL
This Marston & Knox double-action percussion pepperbox pistol in is good original condition. Known by a number of trade names, this pepperbox pistol was made in New York during the 1850s and… (2025-496) Learn More »
$695.00
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GREAT RIBBON BADGE – 41st REUNION, 1st N.Y. DRAGOONS, 1910
This handsome piece comes to us in a great condition, with gold wire braiding fringe, banner pin, ribbon, and original ribbon card. The only signs of notable wear are the two parallel tears across the… (224-698) Learn More »
$156.25
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CDV OF GENERAL DANIEL SICKLES
Image is a three-quarter standing view of General Sickles wearing a dark colored double breasted frock coat with shoulder boards, trousers, sword belt and gauntlets. His hand rests on his… (2025-737) Learn More »
$325.00
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SHERIDAN BADGE IDENTIFIED TO T. D. GARMAN, 16TH CAVALRY
This is a beautiful 14K gold Sheridan badge in excellent condition. The ornate top bar is unmarked, has a pinback with open loop flat ‘C’ catch and still has the original cavalry yellow silk… (2025-756) Learn More »
"HOMESPUN" CONFEDERATE SHELL JACKET - PVT WILLIAM B. MARSHALL, 2ND LOUISIANA CAVALRY
Private/trooper William B. Marshall trooper 2nd Louisiana cavalry wore this jacket until his death in a Union prison. Prior to it being in the Texas Civil War Museum it was the property of the author… (1268-367) Learn More »
MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN MEDAL OF PRIVATE JOHN D. WHITE, COMPANY B, 3rd BATTALION, MASS. RIFLEMEN & 21st MASS; BATT. G 4th US ART; & 10th MASS LT. ART.
Reportedly one of group of “muscular and spirited men . . . generally men of the dare-devil stripe,” this soldier served throughout the Civil War, in a total of four units, with almost continuous… (2025-401) Learn More »
ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S MAROON SASH
This is an original Civil War officer’s sash in very good condition. Worn by officers in most of the branches of the United States Army, the waist sash was a common uniform accoutrement that… (1268-1044) Learn More »
$575.00
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VERY FINE MODEL 1842 HARPERS FERRY MUSKET, DATED 1851
Model 1842, .69 caliber smoothbore musket manufactured at Harpers Ferry. The barrel is a full 42” in length and in overall very fine smooth condition with light pewter tone finish under areas of… (2025-444) Learn More »
$3,950.00
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ENTWINED USA BRIDLE ROSETTE
Civil War bridle or headstall rosette: stamped brass, circular, with wide rim and domed top bearing a raised, entwined “USA.” The reverse is fitted with a brass staple to mount it on the leather… (2025-103) Learn More »
CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE: SOLDIER WITH FEZ POSED WITH FATHER
This is a very clear ¼ plate tintype showing a soldier seated at left, wearing a military frock coat with brass buttons, light-blue tinted trousers and a fez with tassel. He rests one hand on the… (160-546) Learn More »
CASED 9th PLATE TINTYPE RUTLAND LIGHT GUARD- 1st VERMONT INFANTRY 1861
This is a scarce, very clear tintype of a Vermont militia soldier, a member of a company seeing some very early war service. He is dressed in a light colored frock coat seated next to a table covered… (2025-344) Learn More »
$295.00
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MINTY CIVIL WAR INFANTRY BELT AND PLATE
This is a minty, unissued regulation Union infantryman’s waistbelt with its original 1839 pattern stamped brass and solder-filled oval US plate with arrowback prongs and belt hook in place on one… (490-7290) Learn More »
CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JAMES E. RAINS - KILLED AT MURFREESBORO
The General is posed seated with one arm resting on a table. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with stars on his collar and matching dark trousers with a light thin officer’s leg stripe. In… (846-500) Learn More »
$825.00
Originally $1,550.00
VERY NICE FRAMED RARE SALT PRINT CDV OF GENERAL EPPA HUNTON – ONLY KNOWN COPY
Image is a vignette bust view of Eppa Hunton in a slight right profile. He wears a light double-breasted frock coat with collar insignia that is clearly visible. Contrast and clarity are good. Period… (846-496) Learn More »
$2,950.00
Originally $6,120.00
OUTSTANDINGLY CLEAR CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOHN ECHOLS BY RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER
Crystal clear vignette CDV of Echols in Confederate uniform. He is posed looking slightly left of the camera wearing a double-breasted frock coat with a colonel’s insignia on his collar. Contrast… (846-409) Learn More »
$1,175.00
Originally $1,800.00
A RARELY SEEN CONFEDERATE INFANTRYMAN'S GREATCOAT
Once in the famed museum collection of Ray Richey, this Confederate mid-gray infantry overcoat or greatcoat is all original and in very good condition all things considered. The hand sewn overcoat is… (1268-043) Learn More »
1858 OFFICER'S HARDEE HAT WORN BY A HERO WHO WAS KILLED IN ACTION AT BATTERY WAGNER
Like Colonel Robert G. Shaw of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment, Haldiman Sumner Putnam died a similar death on the same battlefield. Offered here is his regulation Model 1858 officer's Hardee… (1268-303) Learn More »
$22,500.00
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IRON .42 CALIBER BULLET MOLD FOR RIFLES
This mold is an iron scissor type mold with sprue cutters formed into the handles. Heavy construction and measures 7.5” long. Mold casts a cylindrical bullet approximately .41” x 1” with round… (2-686) Learn More »
MASS. ARMS CO. .50 CALIBER SMITH/GALLAGER CARBINE BULLET MOLD
Single cavity conical bullet mold to cast bullet for Smith and Gallager carbines. Iron mold halves connected with hinge pin. The iron swivel sprue cutter that was attached at the top is broken at the… (2-681) Learn More »
RARE DOUBLE ALBUM SIGNATURE – JOHN NICOLAY AND JOHN HAY, LINCOLN’S SECRETARIES AND BIOGRAPHERS
The square cut portion of an autograph/signature album features two important signatures – and to have them paired likely makes this item truly unique. The first signature is that of John Nicolay,… (297-29) Learn More »
$850.00
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RARE WAR DEPARTMENT PHOTO – LINCOLN BY MATTHEW BRADY
This 1863 standing portrait photo of President Lincoln was originally taken by famed photographer Matthew Brady. It is mounted to an interesting white card with black single photo border and the… (297-26) Learn More »
$695.00
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CARTE DE VISITE – THE LINCOLN HOME SHOWING LINCOLN AND SON
This is an oft-published view showing the home of the then President-elect Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois. A man and boy are posed on the corner of 8th Street and East Capitol Ave while… (297-24) Learn More »
SCARCE MEDIUM SIZE OVAL U.S. PLATE
This is a match for O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 516, one of two plates (along with #514) they attribute to early-war state contracts for volunteers that fall between the large and small size US… (490-7286) Learn More »
STATE OF NEW YORK SNY CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE
This is a match for O’Donnell & Campbell Plate 548 in good condition, with pleasant medium patina, showing just one small ding on the lower edge, with good definition to the letters, otherwise… (490-7278) Learn More »
$850.00
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GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC MEMBERSHIP BADGE TYPE IV
Complete GAR membership badge in good condition. Badge consists of a brass spread-winged eagle perched on crossed cannons over a stack of cannonballs. Reverse has the original pin. Suspended from the… (844-53) Learn More »
$125.00
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GAR PAST POST COMMANDER BADGE, TYPE IVa
Overall measures 3 ½” in length; very good condition, minor areas of tarnish to lower drop. Numbered along the edge “S4158”. In 1874, a recommendation that a badge for past officers be made… (844-51) Learn More »
$125.00
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CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY GREASE / TAR BUCKET
This heavy-duty cylindrical bucket is a Civil War iron grease bucket carried as part the equipment of an artillery gun crew. The grease bucket measures 7” in diameter and stands 8” high. Top and… (2025-557) Learn More »
$450.00
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CIVIL WAR LETTER COLLECTION – D.W. BUTTLES, 28th WISCONSIN INFANTRY
According to available records, Daniel W Buttles resided in Spring Prairie, Wisconsin when he enlisted as a private on August 18th, 1862. That same day, he mustered into Company I of the 28th… (1179-426) Learn More »
18TH CENTURY AMERICAN CARTRIDGE BOX & SLING
Large black leather cartridge box with early style long front leather cover. Wooden cartridge block to hold paper wrapped cartridges. Below the block is the hunting bag style leather pouch to hold… (715-40) Learn More »
$3,450.00
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MEMORIAL DAY CLOSURE
The Horse Soldier will be closed Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day. We will be back to our regular hours on Tuesday, May 27th. Have a safe holiday weekend! The Staff and Management of The Horse… Learn More »
M1904 PICKET PIN WITH LARIAT ROPE
This is an original M-1904 U.S. cavalry picket pin and rope used to secure horses while soldiers were dismounted. The Model 1904 Picket Pin is a 14.5” long iron pin, painted black, with a set of… (172-6103) Learn More »
$475.00
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P1853 ENFIELD LOCK PLATE FROM GETTYSBURG, KEN BREAM COLLECTION
This is an excavated piece of a Pattern 1853 English Enfield rifle. It is the iron lock plate with hammer and some of the internal mechanisms remaining. The piece is uncoated and is in relatively good… (224-770) Learn More »
CONFEDERATE FIGHTING KNIFE
A great looking Confederate fighting knife that is similar to some seen in the Bowie Knife book by Melton, Phillips and Sexton. Overall length is 17”, blade length is 11 ½”. It is hand forged… (1291-01) Learn More »
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF GETTYSBURG PHOTO GROUP FROM LITTLE ROUND TOP MUSEUM
In 1913 a large camp was built to house the veterans attending the reunion marking the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. The camp’s western boundary was West Confederate Ave. The… (1280-01) Learn More »
US SPUR RECOVERED NEAR FAIRFIELD, PENNSYLVANIA
Nice nearly complete brass spur. Both keepers and rowel arm are present on yoke. The yoke has slight curve to it. Rowel is gone. Brass surfaces have a nice green patina. Fairfield, Pennsylvania was… (2025-582) Learn More »
TAGGED BATTLEFIELD PICK-UP COLT ARMY: FRACTURED BARREL & BLOWN CYLINDER WITH A BULLET STILL IN IT - CONFEDERATE RETREAT ROUTE FROM RICHMOND 1865
This Colt Army .44 revolver has matching serial number 81634 on all but the cylinder, giving it a late 1862 date of production. The cylinder has been with it forever and is numbered [.]9439, probably… (766-2014) Learn More »
VERY NICE L.J. & I. PHILLIPS (TYPE-II) FORAGE CAP WITH CORPS BADGE AND INSIGNIA FOR THE 13th NEW JERSEY 12th AND 20th ARMY CORPS
This cap was formerly in the collection of Steve Saathoff, who was well respected for his taste and acumen in Civil War headgear. The cap is an excellent example of the “Type-II” forage cap with… (2025-647) Learn More »
HORSTMANN M1840 SABER AND SCABBARD: EMERSON AND SILVER KEYSTONE BLADE
James E. Emerson of Emerson and Silver really managed to stick it to the Horstmann firm in his testimony to the Holt Owens Commission on Ordnance and Ordnance Stores in 1862, testifying as a… (2025-241) Learn More »
$795.00
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1864 ANTI-MCCLELLAN CAMPAIGN AD
This small card foretells the presidential election loss of George McClellan, depicting him preparing for a trip up “Salt River” (slang for losing an election). Text along the bottom reads “The… (337-68) Learn More »
US CAVALRY PICKET PIN RECOVERED AROUND THE GETTYSBURG TOWN SQUARE – GEISELMAN COLLECTION
Here is a very nice and interesting recovered U.S. Cavalry Picket Pin. John Geiselman obtained this piece from the Mitchell Collection; it was found in relic condition in Gettysburg around the Town… (2025-530) Learn More »
U.S. BRIDLE BIT RECOVERED ON EAST CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG – GEISELMAN COLLECTION
Here, in attractive condition, is a Model 1859 U.S. Cavalry Bridle Bit, Model Number 4. It was found in relic condition in Gettysburg on the East Cavalry Field, from the Vaughn Collection. John… (2025-581) Learn More »
$550.00
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US BRIDLE BIT RECOVERED ON EAST CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG – GEISELMAN COLLECTION
Here, in excellent condition, is a Model 1859 U.S. Cavalry Bridle Bit. It was found in relic condition in Gettysburg on the East Cavalry Field. John Geiselman purchased it for his collection from… (2025-583) Learn More »
$550.00
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ANTIQUE STEREO CARD – SPOTTED TAIL, SICHANGU LAKOTA TRIBAL CHIEF
Spotted Tail, born in 1823, was a prominent leader of the Brulé Sichangu Lakota Sioux tribe during a time of significant upheaval and conflict in the American West. He is often recognized as one of… (1266-848) Learn More »
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RARE CONFEDERATE “THREE SQUARE” SOCKET BAYONET
This is an excavated example of a Confederate-made musket socket bayonet. Measuring 21” overall with a 2.75” socket. This was made for an early .69 caliber musket with a bayonet lug mounted on the bottom of the barrel; as the bridge is on the… (2022-459). Learn More »
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