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SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace,… (1052-282) Learn More »
SMALL FRAMED HANDRAWN LINCOLN SILHOUETTE
A blank ink silhouette of Mr. Lincoln is framed in an oval by small ink drawn hash marks on what looks like parchment paper. The wooden black and gilt frame measures approximately 4.75 inches by 3.75… (490-6352) Learn More »
KNIT DRAWERS OR TROUSERS FROM FORT PEMBINA
These pieces are two legs from trousers or, more likely, drawers recovered in the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission, where wet, anaerobic… (1052-446) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR-INDIAN WAR UNIFORM COAT PIECE WITH BUTTONS FROM FORT PEMBINA
This comes from the right lapel of a US army coat discarded by a soldier at Fort Pembina, ND, sometime between 1870 and 1895, and is from excavations in wet, anaerobic soil that has preserved leather… (1052-580) Learn More »
PHOTOS FROM GENERAL BEN BUTLER’S FUNERAL 1893
This group consists of two original period photographs of Gen. Ben Butler’s funeral cortege, taken on the spot, framed with a bust portrait of the general himself and a period display card in old… (490-6216) Learn More »
“TREATISE ON FIELD FORTIFICATION” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO COLONEL OF 2ND RHODE ISLAND INFANTRY
Title page reads, “A TREATISE ON FIELD FORTIFICATION, CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS ON THE METHODS OF LAYING OUT, CONSTRUCTING, DEFENDING, AND ATTACKING INTRENCHMENTS, WITH THE GENERAL OUTLINES ALSO OF… (1179-719) Learn More »
SIGNED AND NUMBERED COPY OF 1993 REFERENCE BOOK “DOUGHBOY TO GI”
The full title of the work is “DOUGHBOY TO GI: US ARMY CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT 1900-1945” by Kenneth Lewis and published by Norman D. Landing Publishing, West Midlands, England in 1993. Book is… (1235-519) Learn More »
SCABBARD FOR P-1854 AUSTRIAN SOCKET BAYONET
Excellent condition leather scabbard for a socket bayonet for the Austrian Lorenz rifle. Measures approximately 20” long overall. Iron throat features characteristic “X” opening for the… (1179-2040) Learn More »
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INSCRIBED “US INFANTRY AND RIFLE TACTICS” AND INSCRIBED VIELE’S “HANDBOOK FOR ACTIVE SERVICE,” WITH DYNAMIC CDV, OF ADJUTANT LEWIS PARMELEE, BERDAN’S 2nd US SHARPSHOOTERS, KIA ANTIETAM!
Lewis Clark Parmelee was born in 1839, the son of a wealthy New Haven, CT, businessman. The history of Berdan’s sharpshooters noted, “Adj. Parmelee was a great favorite in the regiment, a young… (2024-333) Learn More »
WORLD WAR ONE GERMAN DOG TAG
This is a good example of the German 1915 pattern Erkennungsmarke or dog tag that improved upon earlier patterns by allowing more room for the soldier’s information. This one-piece tag, however,… (1202-119) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR FIELD-USED CAMPAIGN HAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This is a real field-used Indian War campaign hat in relic condition excavated at Fort Pembina, ND, a small frontier army post in operation from 1870 to 1895. Anaerobic conditions of the dig have… (1052-253) Learn More »
US ARMY DRESS COAT LAPEL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This coat 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… (1052-589) Learn More »
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… (1052-582) Learn More »
G.A.R. UNION VETERAN’S CANTEEN OF ROBERT ELLIOTT 23RD PENNSYLVANIA
The canteen had great significance for the G.A.R. in symbolizing service (as an essential piece of army gear,) comradery and, later, reconciliation, as the slogan “we drank from the same canteen”… (480-334) Learn More »
A STUDY OF AMERICAN PARATROOPERS PRIOR TO NORMANDY BY MICHEL DE TREZ
The full title is “AMERICAN WARRIORS: PICTORIAL HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPERS PRIOR TO NORMANDY” by Michel De Trez, published by D-Day Publishing of Belgium in 1994. Volume has illustrated… (1235-520D) Learn More »
ADJUSTABLE BRASS POWDER MEASURE
This is an adjustable powder measure about 3 ½ inches long overall, made of brass, fitted with a small steel heart-shaped or winged thumbscrew at the bottom to adjust the interior rod fitted with a… (2024-160) Learn More »
FRAMED ETCHING: “BUTLER’S VICTIMS OF FORT ST. PHILIP” BY ADELBART VOLCK- “CONFEDERATE WAR ETCHINGS”
This is a framed etching by Adelbart Volck, from his “Confederate War Etchings,” originally published in 1863, and has a notation at bottom of the page mount: “Butler at New Orleans,” though… (490-6205) Learn More »
VERY NICE CONDITION EARLY CIVIL WAR U.S. CAVALRY HOLSTER
This is a very good condition early-war holster for a .36 caliber revolver with full military flap, wide belt loop secured by stitching and three rivets, toe plug, and sewn latch tab. The stitching is… (286-1332) Learn More »
66th NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS ENCAMPMENT AT ST. PETER’S CHURCH, YORKTOWN (FRENCH’S BRIGADE)
Outdoor view of camp. Three soldiers stand around several different tents. William H. French, USMA 1837, posted to 1st U.S Artillery and received two brevets for service in the Mexican War. Promoted… (748-21) Learn More »
FULL STANDING VIEW OF A UNION SAILOR WITH CARPENTER’S MATE INSIGNIA
CDV is of a bearded sailor posed with one hand in his pocket and the other leaning on a writing table. The subject wears a dark double-breasted short jacket with a bibbed collar, light trousers and… (160-563) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE MADE AND MARKED BY CIVIL WAR CONTRACTOR JOHN MUNDELL OF PHILADELPHIA
This is a typical, though very scarce, Civil War issue army shoe made by a known contractor and marked by him on the inside of the ankle: “J. MUNDELL.” Mundell was born in Ireland in 1829, reached… (1052-298) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace… (1052-285) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO AMERICAN PARATROOPER REFERENCE BOOK
The full title is “AMERICA’S FINEST: US AIRBORNE UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT AND INSIGNIA OF WORLD WAR TWO (ETO)” by Gary Howard, published by Stackpole Books of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania in… (1235-520A) Learn More »
MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN F. BUTLER—PENCIL SKETCH CARTOON
On yellowing paper, measuring 6.5” x 9.25. Mounted on heavy card, w/gilt trim, matted in black and cream, in heavy black wooden frame, ornately trimmed. W/white card backing, fastened with gray… (490-6354) Learn More »
SINGLE SHOULDER STRAP FOR A CAPTAIN OF STAFF
Strap is made of dark blue cloth with a double row of dead bullion for a border. The rank field is of black velvet while the rank of captain is made of bars of heavy gold bullion thread. The underside… (460-1468) Learn More »
RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE “DRAKE-ALTERATION” THE M1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE
The State of Massachusetts contracted with the firm of A.J. Drake of Boston to alter 1,742 Model 1841 Mississippi Rifles that were in state stores. The guns were unaltered in caliber (retaining… (490-6787) Learn More »
COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION .38 CAL. LONG BARREL LIGHTNING REVOLVER
Lots of original blue and some case colors with immaculate checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant colt at top on either side, about excellent condition. Long barrel version with ejector. Barrel… (490-5575) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace… (1052-300) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th US… (1052-250) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi 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… (1052-252) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY MODEL 1872 KEPI FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Model 1872 officer’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th US… (1052-248) Learn More »
CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER BY BRADY
Three-quarter standing CDV view of Butler in a dark double-breasted frock coat with oakleaf decoration on the collar and cuffs. He also wears white gloves and is posed with his arms by his side… (490-3200TT) Learn More »
LITHOGRAPH CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER
Three-quarter standing CDV view of Butler posed holding his cap in front of him. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with oak leaf decorations on the collar and cuffs. His cap has a wreath on… (490-3200II) Learn More »
WARTIME ETCHING OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER
Etching is a wartime bust view of Butler in a dark single-breasted coat with black fur collar. Image is in an oval with “GENL. BENJ. F. BUTLER” printed at bottom. Paper and mount have some surface… (490-3200DD) Learn More »
GRANT LEAVES THE WILDERNESS MAY 7, 1864, BY FREDERICK RAY
Artist Frederick Ray (1920-2001) is perhaps best known for his popular comic book art that included subjects like Superman and Batman, but he had a strong interest in historical subjects, both… (141-185) Learn More »
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VERY NICE QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF FIRST LIEUTENANT WITH SWORD IN PATRIOTIC CASE
Disheveled man posed in uniform. His outer appearance is that of a Union First Lieutenant with a saber. He wears a 9-button frock coat with First Lieutenant embroidered shoulder straps and holds a… (1221-50) Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-125) Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-124) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR ARMY SHOES BY MUNDELL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This pair of shoes is from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and could be taken for attic or barn-finds, having been preserved by the wet, anaerobic soil conditions of the dig. They are solid, can… (1052-387) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO US ARMY AIR FORCE SERVICE PLAQUE FOR A PACIFIC THEATER VETERAN
Item is a shield shaped wooden plaque with a brass disc tacked to the center. The disc bears the Army Air Force insignia of a white star with a red circle at center and gold wings coming off the star… (772-156) Learn More »
VERY NICE WORLD WAR ONE PATRIOTIC PILLOW SHAM
Item is made of cotton with a printed decoration on the front of the flags of the allied nations surrounding the Statue of Liberty. All is done in full color. At center of the piece is the Statue of… (772-150) Learn More »
RARE LOCK AND KEY BY ELIJAH RICKARD, SHEPHERDSTOWN, VA
This hasp of this screw pad lock bears the “ER” stamp Elijah Rickard (1795-1879,) the adopted son of its inventor, whitesmith Michael Rickard. Both Elijah and his own son, James, carried on the… (490-6774) Learn More »
US M1863 ARTILLERY HEADSTALL AND BIT
An excellent condition US artillery headstall and curb bit. The headstall is complete with flexible leather showing good finish, black oxidizing toward brown, with some crackling from bending, but… (1179-263A) Learn More »
BOOK ON BUTTON MAKERS AND DEALERS BY McGUINN & BAZELON
The title of this book is “AMERICAN MILITARY BUTTON MAKERS AND DEALERS; THEIR BACKMARKS AND DATES” by William F. McGuinn and Bruce S. Bazelon. This is a newly revised edition published in… (1235-528) Learn More »
THREE VOLUMES OF “THE HORSE SOLDIER 1776-1943” BY RANDY STEFFEN
These three volumes were originally part of a four volume set written by Steffen covering the US Cavalry from 1776 to 1943. The three volumes present are: 1.) THE REVOLUTION, THE WAR OF 1812,… (1235-526) Learn More »
CDV OF MARY CUSTIS LEE, ALEXANDRIA BACKMARK
CDV of Mary Custis Lee. Chest-up, profile view. Image is light. Plain mount is clean with rounded corners. Old ink identification along bottom edge of image. Photographer's backmark, A.M. Hall,… (1138-1474) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR FIELD-USED CAMPAIGN HAT MADE FROM A CIVIL HARDEE HAT
This is a real field-used example of an Indian War US Army campaign hat made from a Civil War M1858 issue dress hat (the “Hardee” or “Jeff Davis” hat) that comes from the excavations at Fort… (1052-245) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NCO SWORD CROSSBELT PLATE FROM FREDERICKSBURG
This pattern of belt plate was first adopted in 1826 with hooks on the reverse for the bayonet shoulder belt and made of stamped rolled brass for artillery and white metal for infantry. This was… (490-5799) Learn More »
US INSPECTED ARMY SHOE FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This soldier’s shoe bears a partially visible stamp inside reading “INSPECTOR / NEW YORK,” indicating it is government issue and appears to be one of the experimental patterns of footwear tried… (1052-386A) Learn More »
ARMY SHOE FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This soldier’s shoe is very similar to another found in the Fort Pembina excavations that has a partially visible US inspector’s mark and in construction differs only in having four sets of lace… (1052-386B) Learn More »
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CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S CAVALRY SABER WITH BRASS SCABBARD, MADE BY THOMAS GRISWOLD & CO., NEW ORLEANS
The company manufactured swords to sell at retail on the New Orleans market. It is also known that Thomas, Griswold & Company made swords for the Confederate and various Southern state governments. The operation continued until the fall of New… (302-124). Learn More »
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