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WAIST-UP CDV OF GENERAL MILLEDGE L. BONHAM

WAIST-UP CDV OF GENERAL MILLEDGE L. BONHAM

View is of Bonham in a dark civilian suit with a high collared white shirt and dark bowtie. Image has good clarity and contrast. Mount and paper are very good. Reverse has photographer’s mark for E… (1138-48A) Learn More »

“FOUR-FOOT WHITE” CIVIL WAR SIGNAL FLAG WITH A POST-WAR ID

“FOUR-FOOT WHITE” CIVIL WAR SIGNAL FLAG WITH A POST-WAR ID

This is a good example of the “Four-foot White” signal flag that, along with the “Four-foot Red,” was the most commonly used flag in the Civil War signal kit. Both are described in Brown’s… (169-575) Learn More »

D-DAY REFERENCE BOOK FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE RON TUNISON

D-DAY REFERENCE BOOK FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE RON TUNISON

Hardcover volume titled “6 JUNE 1944 – SOLDIERS IN NORMANDY” by Philippe Charbonnier and published by Histoire Et Collections, Poole, Dorset, England in 1998. The volume meas. approx. 9.75 x… (1100-251) Learn More »

ORIGINAL VOLUME OF “WAR PAPERS” FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE RON TUNISON

ORIGINAL VOLUME OF “WAR PAPERS” FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE RON TUNISON

This volume’s full title is “WAR PAPERS READ BEFORE THE COMMANDERY OF THE STATE OF MAINE, MILITARY ORDER OF THE LOYAL LEGION OF THE UNITED STATES VOLUME 1” published by The Thurston Print in… (1100-245) Learn More »

MEXICAN WAR M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE

MEXICAN WAR M1839 OVAL U.S. BELT PLATE

This is the M1839 oval U.S. belt plate made for the narrow 1.5-inch U.S infantry waist belts of the Mexican War period. Like the Civil War versions, these are made of rolled stamped brass with a lead… (766-1543) Learn More »

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SELECTION OF UNFRAMED PRINTS BY DON TROIANI

Choose from this newly arrived selection of unframed prints by famed artist Don Troiani. Each is signed and numbered and all but two have the artist COA with it – 2021-750, Fire on Caroline Street,… Learn More »

U.S. 1855 PATTERN RIFLEMAN’S BELT

U.S. 1855 PATTERN RIFLEMAN’S BELT

This scarce 1855 rifleman’s belt rig is in very good condition and complete with its two-piece frame buckle, brass belt loops, and bayonet frog and support straps. Constructed of black waxed-leather… (1142-49) Learn More »

OUR STORY: THE LIVES AND LEGACY OF THOSE WHO SERVED IN BATTERY B FIRST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY

OUR STORY: THE LIVES AND LEGACY OF THOSE WHO SERVED IN BATTERY B FIRST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY

Written by Stephen Evangelista. Softcover, 7”x10”, 232 pages. Full color illustrations and photographs. This newly published book takes a close look at the individual lives of the brave and heroic… (ST501189) Learn More »

RARE 10” MORTAR SHELL (FRENCH & INDIAN OR REVOLUTIONARY WAR) FROM FORT TICONDEROGA MUSEUM COLLECTION

RARE 10” MORTAR SHELL (FRENCH & INDIAN OR REVOLUTIONARY WAR) FROM FORT TICONDEROGA MUSEUM COLLECTION

This early mortar shell was once housed in the Fort Ticonderoga Museum collection. It is an excavated 10” mortar shell in relic condition. The iron body of the shell is in solid condition with… (1117-26) Learn More »

SELECTION OF FRAMED CIVIL WAR PRINTS

Below is a list of a large selection of framed prints with Civil War related subjects, including many by famed artists Don Troiani and Dale Gallon. Each is listed with our item code and the title of… Learn More »

"HORSESOLDIERING IN GETTYSBURG", COMMEMORATING OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY

"HORSEDSOLDIERING IN GETTYSBURG", COMMEMORATING OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Written by our own John Peterson, click here for the article "Horsesoldiering in Gettysburg, Part 2, running from pages 20-22, which is featured in the annual Gettysburg Section of the July issue of… Learn More »

19TH CENTURY CURVED SCISSORS

19TH CENTURY CURVED SCISSORS

Item meas. approx. 8.00 inches long with the cutting end curved upward. Scissors are in good condition and operate properly. Surfaces have a light patina.… (413-119) Learn More »

VERY NICE US 1832 PATTERN SWORT SWORD DATED 1835 AND REGULATION 1839 PATTERN BELT

VERY NICE US 1832 PATTERN SWORT SWORD DATED 1835 AND REGULATION 1839 PATTERN BELT

  This is a really nice example of the U.S. artillery short sword and belt. Adopted by the army in 1832, this gladius-pattern short sword was a big seller for Ames to the U.S. and state governments,… (1052-42) Learn More »

LONG THIN FORCEPS MADE BY TIEMANN

LONG THIN FORCEPS MADE BY TIEMANN

Forceps has a long thin curved nose that tapers to a rounded point. It has a tweezer like mechanism on the handle. The overall length is approx. 7.75 inches while the curved nose is approx. 5.25… (413-113) Learn More »

“SOLDIER’S NEWS-LETTER”. VOL. 1, NO. 9. ( 8th VERMONT INFANTRY)

“SOLDIER’S NEWS-LETTER”. VOL. 1, NO. 9. ( 8th VERMONT INFANTRY)

Dated “Gretna, Louisiana, Dec. 29, 1863.”  A.W. Eastman, Editor and Proprietor. 4 pp., 8.375 x 6.25. Exhibits fold-marks & light foxing. This interesting news sheet, written for Union… (2021-63) Learn More »

MODEL 1855 SABER BAYONET

MODEL 1855 SABER BAYONET

The blade is approximately 21-3/8” in length. No stampings on the ricasso. Fuller is about 15” long. Blade is semi-bright with numerous file marks; looks to have been sharpened. The hilt is cast… (172-5668) Learn More »

ANDERSON ZOUAVES BADGE GROUPING WITH AN M-NUMBERED CIVIL WAR CAMPAIGN MEDAL

ANDERSON ZOUAVES BADGE GROUPING WITH AN M-NUMBERED CIVIL WAR CAMPAIGN MEDAL

These three medals come with a nice family note indicating they had been awarded to Edward Willis “for bravery,” which is not exactly accurate, though he was likely brave enough, having enlisted… (2021-383) Learn More »

VERY LARGE POWDER FLASK BY J. DIXON & SONS, SHEFFIELD

VERY LARGE POWDER FLASK BY J. DIXON & SONS, SHEFFIELD

This very large flask has to have been for shotguns. Constructed with a copper body, with brass top and spout. Measures approximately 11” tall x 5” at widest point. Unadorned body. Thumb tab and… (172-5639) Learn More »

“A NOBLE GENERAL” CARICATURE PORTRAIT OF GENERAL CHARLES STANHOPE BY ROBERT DIGHTON JUNIOR 1804

“A NOBLE GENERAL” CARICATURE PORTRAIT OF GENERAL CHARLES STANHOPE BY ROBERT DIGHTON JUNIOR 1804

This original hand-colored portrait print portrays a British general standing in full uniform wearing a large bicorne hat, aiguillette over his right shoulder, saber belt and saber with knot, and tall… (1133-07) Learn More »

“LIEUT. GENL. MACDONALD” BY DIGHTON 1812, COLONEL OF THE 55th REGIMENT, WITH A STRONG OPINION ON HATS

“LIEUT. GENL. MACDONALD” BY DIGHTON 1812, COLONEL OF THE 55th REGIMENT, WITH A STRONG OPINION ON HATS

This original hand-colored portrait print portrays a British general standing in full uniform wearing a large bicorne hat, aiguillette over his right shoulder, saber belt and saber with knot, and tall… (1133-08) Learn More »

PHOTO ARCHIVE AND INSIGNIA GROUPING WITH CORPS BADGE IDENTIFIED TO 54TH NEW YORK SERGEANT DANIEL MULLER

PHOTO ARCHIVE AND INSIGNIA GROUPING WITH CORPS BADGE IDENTIFIED TO 54TH NEW YORK SERGEANT DANIEL MULLER

The items in this lot are identified to Daniel Muller (carried on the rolls as MOLLER) of the 54th New York Infantry. Daniel Muller was born in Hanover, Germany and later came to the United States. At… (2021-270) Learn More »

$2,950.00
Originally $3,950.00

SIR DAVID DUNDAS BY ROBERT DIGHTON APRIL 1810

SIR DAVID DUNDAS BY ROBERT DIGHTON APRIL 1810

This is an elegant portrait of the British “commander in chief of the forces” from 1809 to 1811 in bicorne hat and blue trimmed red officer’s coat with epaulets, sash, sword at his left side and… (1133-09) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR M1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER

CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR M1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER

This is a black leather holster made for revolvers. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder and barrel. A .31 caliber “pocket” model with long barrel fits into this… (172-5636) Learn More »

MINT EMBROIDERED CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA

MINT EMBROIDERED CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S HAT INSIGNIA

This is a finely made example with gold bullion embroidery including both sequins and twisted strands, in excellent condition with wonderful bright color to the gilt. Measuring 3 3/8 inches by 2 ½… (286-1033) Learn More »

BLUED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER

BLUED 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. Post-Civil War serial number 60737. Production began in 1861,… (1000-452) Learn More »

 BREVET MAJOR GENERAL’S COMMISSION AND G.A.R. BADGE OF SAMUEL SPRIGG CARROLL: HIS TROOPS HELPED SAVE CEMETERY HILL ON JULY 2 AND TO REPULSE PICKETT ON JULY 3 AT GETTYSBURG

BREVET MAJOR GENERAL’S COMMISSION AND G.A.R. BADGE OF SAMUEL SPRIGG CARROLL: HIS TROOPS HELPED SAVE CEMETERY HILL ON JULY 2 AND TO REPULSE PICKETT ON JULY 3 AT GETTYSBURG

Carroll was a fighting general who acquired several nicknames from his red hair along with three wounds and a number of promotions and brevets for his service on the battlefield. He received several… (2020-894) Learn More »

SOMERSET COUNTY MAINE VETERANS RIBBON, COL. DYER ESTATE 15th MAINE

SOMERSET COUNTY MAINE VETERANS RIBBON, COL. DYER ESTATE 15th MAINE

Blue silk ribbon with black lettering for the Somerset Veterans Association meeting of April 1883 with a small American eagle perched on a US shield. Slight fading to the lettering. Skowhegan, the… (1097-80) Learn More »

LOT OF THREE POST-WAR MANUALS IDENTIFIED TO GENERAL THOMAS H. RUGER

LOT OF THREE POST-WAR MANUALS IDENTIFIED TO GENERAL THOMAS H. RUGER

Thomas Howard Ruger was born April 2, 1833 in Lima, New York, and moved to Janesville, Wisconsin in 1846. He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in 1854, third in his class of forty-six, and was… (1117-189) Learn More »

EXTREMELY SCARCE NEW HAMPHIRE OFFICER’S FALSE EMBROIDERED HAT INSIGNIA

EXTREMELY SCARCE NEW HAMPHIRE OFFICER’S FALSE EMBROIDERED HAT INSIGNIA

Regular army officers had been authorized a silver “U.S.” within a gold bullion wreath for wear on their undress caps in 1839. This was carried over in the 1851 regulations for use on the 1851… (2020-912) Learn More »

FULL STANDING VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL JOHN G. PARKE IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES

FULL STANDING VIEW OF MAJOR GENERAL JOHN G. PARKE IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES

CDV image of Parke wearing a dark civilian suit, light shirt and dark tie. The General is posed with his arms by his side. He wears dark gloves and in his right hand he holds a light slouch hat. Image… (1097-254) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR KERR REVOLVER HOLSTER ON BELT

CIVIL WAR KERR REVOLVER HOLSTER ON BELT

This is a black leather holster made to accommodate the Kerr revolver. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder. The holster “pocket” measures approximately 9 ¼” along… (1117-97) Learn More »

ANTIQUE POLICEMAN’S RATTLE / WHISTLE USED AT MASONIC LODGE

ANTIQUE POLICEMAN’S RATTLE / WHISTLE USED AT MASONIC LODGE

Handmade wooden rattles, also known as clackers and battle alarms due to their LOUD clacking sound, were mostly used in the early military. Typically associated with a call to arms on warships, these… (1117-144) Learn More »

RICHMOND WHIG NEWSPAPER, DATED APRIL 20, 1865 – LINCOLN ASSASSINATION

RICHMOND WHIG NEWSPAPER, DATED APRIL 20, 1865 – LINCOLN ASSASSINATION

Vol. 1—no. 15. 8 pp., 4 columns. Exhibits fold-marks, and small center fold-line chip; lightly soiled and yellowed, but entirely legible; completely intact but semi- fragile, and should be handled… (801-71) Learn More »

$716.00
Originally $895.00

SILVER SHIELD STYLE ID BADGE BELONGING TO DAVID DONNER OF CO. K, 3rd NJ VOLS.

SILVER SHIELD STYLE ID BADGE BELONGING TO DAVID DONNER OF CO. K, 3rd NJ VOLS.

This small patriotic shield badge measures just shy of one inch long by ¾ of an inch wide. The badge itself is quite thin and is missing its pin-back latch. The engraving is legible; however there is… (M26066) Learn More »

BROADFOOT REPRINTS OF “THE SOUTHERN HISTORICAL SOCIETY PAPERS” – VARIOUS VOLUMES

BROADFOOT REPRINTS OF “THE SOUTHERN HISTORICAL SOCIETY PAPERS” – VARIOUS VOLUMES

Each volume is in like new condition and meas. approx. 6.00 x 9.25 inches. Books are very clean both inside and out. Bindings are excellent. These volumes are an excellent source of information on the… (956-53) Learn More »

LARGE OVAL FRAMED FULL-PLATE TINTYPE OF VERMONT BRIGADE DRUMMER NELSON L. BAXTER WHO DIED OF DISEASE

LARGE OVAL FRAMED FULL-PLATE TINTYPE OF VERMONT BRIGADE DRUMMER NELSON L. BAXTER WHO DIED OF DISEASE

Full-plate tintype identified as Drummer Nelson L. Baxter of Company F, 5th Vermont Infantry. This wonderful image shows 16 or 17-year-old Baxter posed as if ready to play his drum. He wears a dark… (1117-91) Learn More »

WAR PAPERS: THE MAINE COMMANDERY.  [MOLLUS] — ID’D TO BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL ISAAC DYER [COL. 15TH MAINE]

WAR PAPERS: THE MAINE COMMANDERY. [MOLLUS] — ID’D TO BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL ISAAC DYER [COL. 15TH MAINE]

2 vols. Published by the Thurston Print, Portland, Me, 1898. Owner book stamp, front eps (both volumes): “Isaac Dyer/ Skowhegan..Me.” 350, 352 pp., maps. In blue glazed cloth w/gilt embossed… (1097-42) Learn More »

ORIGINAL 1864 TRAVELLER’S POCKET MAP OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

ORIGINAL 1864 TRAVELLER’S POCKET MAP OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

Titled, “Map of the City of Washington: Established as the Permanent Seat of Government of the United States of America 1864,” this foldout map of Washington, D.C. features street names and block… (1097-98) Learn More »

COLORFUL CITY OF BOSTON DONATION RECEIPT, SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR OF "THE BARCLAYS OF BOSTON"

COLORFUL CITY OF BOSTON DONATION RECEIPT, SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR OF "THE BARCLAYS OF BOSTON"

Very decorative preprinted receipt from the city of Boston given to a Samuel William Trench for a donation “FOR THE SOLDIERS WHO LEAVE BOSTON UNDER THE REQUISITION OF THE PRESEIDENT OF THE UNITED… (L15630) Learn More »

INK ID FULL STANDING VIEW OF 49TH PENNSYLVANIA OFFICER WOUNDED AT SPOTSYLVANIA

INK ID FULL STANDING VIEW OF 49TH PENNSYLVANIA OFFICER WOUNDED AT SPOTSYLVANIA

CDV is of Abraham T. Hilands standing by a table and chair posed in front of a balustrade and a painted pastoral backdrop. He wears a dark kepi with an embroidered infantry hunting horn with… (286-800) Learn More »

PAIR OF BRASS OFFICER’S STYLE BOX SPURS BY MAXWELL

PAIR OF BRASS OFFICER’S STYLE BOX SPURS BY MAXWELL

The term “box” spur is derived from the use of small metal box inlet into the heel of a boot into which the central metal prong between the side bars of the spur is inserted and held by a spring… (160-26) Learn More »

FRONTIER SCOUT - FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], OCTOBER 12, 1865 - PUBLISHED FOR “GALVANIZED YANKEES” OF THE 1ST U.S.V REGT.

FRONTIER SCOUT - FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], OCTOBER 12, 1865 - PUBLISHED FOR “GALVANIZED YANKEES” OF THE 1ST U.S.V REGT.

Vol. 1—15. Editor, Capt. E.G. Adams, Publisher Lieut. C.H. Champney. 4 pp., 12.5 x 8,” 3 columns. Exhibits fold-marks, w/yellowing along fold-lines, and two slight inward tears along right… (1097-216) Learn More »

FRONTIER SCOUT—FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], AUGUST 24, 1865— PUBLISHED FOR GALVANIZED YANKEES OF THE 1ST U.S.V. REGT.

FRONTIER SCOUT—FORT RICE, D.T. [DAKOTA TERRITORY], AUGUST 24, 1865— PUBLISHED FOR GALVANIZED YANKEES OF THE 1ST U.S.V. REGT.

Vol. 1—No. 11. Editor, Capt. E.G. Adams, publisher Lieut. C.H. Champney.  4 pp., 12.5 x 8”, 3 columns. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG plus. This extremely scarce Civil War/Frontier army newspaper… (1097-215) Learn More »

INCIDENTS OF THE WAR VIEW OF BEAUREGARD’S HEADQUARTERS AT BULL RUN MISLABELED BY PHOTOGRAPHER AS THE FARNHOLD HOUSE AND BATTERY #1 AT YORKTOWN

INCIDENTS OF THE WAR VIEW OF BEAUREGARD’S HEADQUARTERS AT BULL RUN MISLABELED BY PHOTOGRAPHER AS THE FARNHOLD HOUSE AND BATTERY #1 AT YORKTOWN

Image shows a large two-story house viewed from the end of its tree and bush lined driveway. The house as a chimney at each end with five windows across the top floor and two on each side of a porch… (1097-237) Learn More »

WARTIME VIEW OF FALLS CHURCH BY BRADY

WARTIME VIEW OF FALLS CHURCH BY BRADY

Nice outdoor view of the 1765 church in Falls Church, Virginia. The two-story building is viewed from across the street. The upper story has 5 arched windows while the lower has four, two on each side… (1097-236) Learn More »

15th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN PRESENTATION CANE FROM CAPTAIN G.S. CLARK

15th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN PRESENTATION CANE FROM CAPTAIN G.S. CLARK

Made from a tree branch cut as a souvenir, varnished and fitted with a metal tip and silver knob, this cane bears a nicely engraved presentation from Captain George S. Clark of the 15th Pa. Cavalry.… (945-517) Learn More »

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THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES SR.

THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES SR.

Image shows Holmes in a black civilian suit standing with one hand resting on the back of a chair. Image has excellent clarity and contrast. Mount and paper are very good. Bottom of mount has a modern… (1097-239) Learn More »

DELEGATE BADGE FOR THE CONFEDERATE VETERANS OF VIRGINIA 1913

DELEGATE BADGE FOR THE CONFEDERATE VETERANS OF VIRGINIA 1913

A scarce delegate badge for Confederate veterans. In both the north and south there were a number of veterans’ organizations that have been overshadowed by the larger G.A.R. and U.C.V. These smaller… (286-757) Learn More »

PRE- CIVIL WAR SHAKO HAT PLUME IN TIN CANISTER

PRE- CIVIL WAR SHAKO HAT PLUME IN TIN CANISTER

Shako plume has remained in very good condition from being stored in this japanned tin canister. Both ends have hinged lids that fully function. Brass band is around plume. Plume measures 13" long.… (179-928) Learn More »

CONFEDERATE CAPTURED US CONTRACT MODEL 1861 MUSKET BY NORWICH

CONFEDERATE CAPTURED US CONTRACT MODEL 1861 MUSKET BY NORWICH

This contract Model 1861 by the Norwich Arms Company is in good condition with a very clear and unmistakable “Q” stamped just forward of the trigger guard showing that it was captured, cleaned and… (362-866) Learn More »


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CDV OF 2ND LIEUTENANT CHARLES E. CROW, 4TH VA. (PURCELL) LIGHT ARTILLERY

This is a very nice CDV photograph of Charles E. Crow in Confederate uniform. It appears to be a second-generation image; photo of an existing photo. Regardless, the picture is clear with good contrast. Crow wears a Confederate 2nd lieutenant's,… (1138-988). Learn More »

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