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POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL EPPA HUNTON, FROM RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER: GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL EPPA HUNTON, FROM RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER: GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

Eppa Hunton II (1822–1908) was a US representative, senator from Virginia, and brigadier general in the Confederate army during the Civil War. Born near Warrenton, Virginia, he taught school before… (1189-163) Learn More »

POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JOHN BROWN GORDON, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JOHN BROWN GORDON, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

General John Brown Gordon was a prominent Confederate general during the American Civil War, recognized for his leadership and valor in multiple battles. Born on February 6, 1832, in Upson County,… (1189-160) Learn More »

SCARCE, IDENTIFIED AND SOLDIER-MODIFIED ISSUE INFANTRY OVERCOAT: EMANUEL CAVE CO. H 69th OHIO, WIA MISSIONARY RIDGE

SCARCE, IDENTIFIED AND SOLDIER-MODIFIED ISSUE INFANTRY OVERCOAT: EMANUEL CAVE CO. H 69th OHIO, WIA MISSIONARY RIDGE

This regulation issue infantry overcoat was brought home by Emanuel Cave. Co. H, 69th Ohio, descended directly in the family to a great-grandson along with Cave’s knapsack and canteen, comes with… (1268-273) Learn More »

US FEDERAL PERIOD NCO's SWORD

US FEDERAL PERIOD NCO's SWORD

This example Harold Peterson illustrated as #5 and he puts a date on it of 1795 to 1810. This is a copy of an earlier British pattern with its brass D guard "pillow pommel" and single piece ribbed… (790-17) Learn More »

HORSE SOLDIER GIFT CERTIFICATES

HORSE SOLDIER GIFT CERTIFICATES

Not sure what to give the Civil War / militaria collector on your Christmas list? The Horse Soldier offers gift certificates year 'round for any occasion, and are available in any denomination.  An… (GIFT) Learn More »

NICE MILITIA EAGLE PANEL BELT PLATE

NICE MILITIA EAGLE PANEL BELT PLATE

This is a thin, sheet brass, panel plate, so called from the use of the central rectangular panel setting off a central eagle emblem against a frame border, came in around 1835 and became very popular… (2025-3145) Learn More »

INDIAN WARS MODEL 1874 NEW JERSEY BELT PLATE

INDIAN WARS MODEL 1874 NEW JERSEY BELT PLATE

Dating from the Indian Wars of the 1870s and 1880s, this is the Model 1874 waistbelt plate. It is a heavy cast brass belt plate with “NJ” within an oval at the center. There is a belt loop on one… (2025-3116) Learn More »

VERY NICE, VERY LARGE CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

VERY NICE, VERY LARGE CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for old muskets.  Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.785”. The number “10” is stamped… (1309-237) Learn More »

VERY NICE .75 CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

VERY NICE .75 CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for old muskets.  Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.72”. The number “12” is stamped in… (1309-236) Learn More »

DOUBLE-ARMED UNION SOLDIER WITH HAVERSACK AND CANTEEN: CASED 6th PLATE AMBROTYPE

DOUBLE-ARMED UNION SOLDIER WITH HAVERSACK AND CANTEEN: CASED 6th PLATE AMBROTYPE

This sixth-plate ambrotype shows a young soldier armed and equipped for service in the field. The soldier is shown full-standing with one hand resting on a narrow, round-topped waist-high table… (149-61) Learn More »

SCARCE VICKSBURG PAROLE: LT.  COL. T. A. BURGIN, COMMANDER OF THE 3rd MISSISSIPPI BATTALION, STATE TROOPS

SCARCE VICKSBURG PAROLE: LT. COL. T. A. BURGIN, COMMANDER OF THE 3rd MISSISSIPPI BATTALION, STATE TROOPS

This Vicksburg parole was given to Lt. Colonel Thomas Albertus Burgin, commander of one of the two units of Mississippi State Troops serving with Pemberton and captured at Vicksburg. They were among… (1300-59) Learn More »

APPOMATTOX PAROLE OF SAMUEL GIDEON MARSH, COMPANY B 3rd GEORGIA INFANTRY

APPOMATTOX PAROLE OF SAMUEL GIDEON MARSH, COMPANY B 3rd GEORGIA INFANTRY

A very good condition Appomattox parole from the collection of historian and author Greg Coco. This bears one of the three standard edge designs found on the these near the left edge and bears the… (1300-70) Learn More »

APPOMATTOX PAROLE AND OATH OF ALLEGIANCE OF JOHN ROBERT ZIMMERMAN, 17th VIRGINIA- “IN THIRTEEN BATTLES” – MANASSAS TO APPOMATTOX

APPOMATTOX PAROLE AND OATH OF ALLEGIANCE OF JOHN ROBERT ZIMMERMAN, 17th VIRGINIA- “IN THIRTEEN BATTLES” – MANASSAS TO APPOMATTOX

A great example of an Appomattox parole or “parole pass” from the collection of author and historian Greg Coco, along with the soldier’s June 1865 oath of allegiance. The parole bears one of… (1300-73) Learn More »

9TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

9TH ARMY CORPS BADGE

The badge of the 9th Corps was officially adopted April 10, 1864, as General Burnside was recruiting men in anticipation of joining Grant’s Overland Campaign in Virginia. Since Burnside outranked… (2025-859) Learn More »

VERY NICE BABY DRAGOON OR EARLY POCKET MODEL FLASK

VERY NICE BABY DRAGOON OR EARLY POCKET MODEL FLASK

This is very strong example of the “eagle on hummock” style flask supplied by dealers and retailers with Colt Baby Dragoon and early Pocket Revolvers, showing the same motif as those supplied to… (1304-60) Learn More »

GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC WHEEL CAP – PHILADELPHIA MADE, “E.R. COFFMAN” SIGNED

GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC WHEEL CAP – PHILADELPHIA MADE, “E.R. COFFMAN” SIGNED

This style of GAR cap was inspired by the changing styles of military and civilian headgear around the turn of the 19th Century – eventually seen in greater numbers among veteran photos in later… (2025-3034) Learn More »

US MILITIA EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE CA1835-1845

US MILITIA EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE CA1835-1845

A very good condition die-struck rolled brass plate, slightly convex, measuring 2-1/2” by 1-3/4” and fitted with two brass wire loops on the back for attachment to the flap of a cartridge box. The… (2025-763) Learn More »

M1840 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES, DATED 1857

M1840 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES, DATED 1857

The Model 1840 Cavalry Sabre, commonly referred to as “The Old Wristbreaker”, was one of the edged weapons used by mounted forces before and during the Civil War. The steel blade is curved with a… (490-6293) Learn More »

REGULATION FROCK COAT, CAP, AND GREEN MEDICAL SASH OF ASST. SURGEON ELIAS WILDMAN 40th NEW JERSEY

REGULATION FROCK COAT, CAP, AND GREEN MEDICAL SASH OF ASST. SURGEON ELIAS WILDMAN 40th NEW JERSEY

This identified Union Army Assistant Surgeon’s group came out of the family and was in a respected Las Vegas uniform collection for about 25 years until its acquisition by the Texas Civil War… (1268-751) Learn More »

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This non-excavated Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. The face wears a… (2025-3141) Learn More »

DON’T GIVE AN INCH – LITTLE ROUND TOP, BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, JULY 2, 1863 – DON TROIANI

DON’T GIVE AN INCH – LITTLE ROUND TOP, BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, JULY 2, 1863 – DON TROIANI

#6 in Epic of Gettysburg Series. Number 670/1250. Copyright 1993. Features 16th Michigan, 140th New York, and Brig. Gen. Strong Vincent. Overall measures 30 3/4” x 24 1/2”. Excellent condition;… (2025-1384) Learn More »

EXCELLENT LINDSAY M1863 TWO-SHOT RIFLE-MUSKET

EXCELLENT LINDSAY M1863 TWO-SHOT RIFLE-MUSKET

Considering its age, this rifle-musket surely classifies as near fine.  All prominent metal surfaces are smooth and armory bright, with only some very light patina beginning to form near the muzzle… (490-7640) Learn More »

VERY STRONG EXAMPLES OF SCARCE EMBROIDERED BULLION INFANTRY MAJOR SHOULDER STRAPS

VERY STRONG EXAMPLES OF SCARCE EMBROIDERED BULLION INFANTRY MAJOR SHOULDER STRAPS

Infantry majors, like the other field grade regimental officers were combat officers, serving under fire in the front lines, and with only one major to thirty line officers, their shoulder straps are… (1299-21) Learn More »

INFANTRY CAPTAIN SHOULDER STRAPS

INFANTRY CAPTAIN SHOULDER STRAPS

A very good set of infantry captain’s single-border, embroidered bullion shoulder straps. These show moderate signs of age and use, but pleasing color overall, with some moth damage that is confined… (1299-23) Learn More »

VERY SCARCE ROUND-ENDED SHOULDER STRAPS: 1st LIEUTENANT OF STAFF

VERY SCARCE ROUND-ENDED SHOULDER STRAPS: 1st LIEUTENANT OF STAFF

This is a very scarce pattern of Civil War officer’s shoulder straps, using rounded ends instead of the usual straight ends to create a rectangle. This pattern is pictured and discussed by Lanham in… (1299-22) Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT THE WILDERNESS IN 1969

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT THE WILDERNESS IN 1969

“Dug” US cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Recovered so long ago that the condition remains very good. Large “US” in the center of the plate. The face… (2025-3040) Learn More »

$250.00
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RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT CHANCELLORSVILLE IN 1970

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE – RECOVERED AT CHANCELLORSVILLE IN 1970

“Dug” US cartridge box plate for the outer flap of the infantry cartridge pouch. Recovered so long ago that the condition remains very good. Large “US” in the center of the plate stands out… (2025-3041) Learn More »

MODEL 1887 CARBINE BOOT – ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL

MODEL 1887 CARBINE BOOT – ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL

This is a fine example of the Model 1887 Carbine Boot, retaining its full form with all of the straps that remain unbroken.  The rear stitched seam is intact except for about 2” at the lower end.… (1286-948) Learn More »

SCARCE F.B. SMITH MADE WASHINGTON BUST IDENTIFICATION TAG OF JOHN F. TROST, COMPANY H, 2nd MICHIGAN

SCARCE F.B. SMITH MADE WASHINGTON BUST IDENTIFICATION TAG OF JOHN F. TROST, COMPANY H, 2nd MICHIGAN

Trost was a German immigrant working as a laborer when he enlisted in the army, first serving in the 2nd Michigan Infantry and then in the 3rd US Artillery until his death in February 1865 in a U.S.… (2025-3035) Learn More »

$1,950.00
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EXCAVATED “WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK OF CHARLES R. BLAIR COMPANY H, 2nd VERMONT: OLD VERMONT BRIGADE

EXCAVATED “WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK OF CHARLES R. BLAIR COMPANY H, 2nd VERMONT: OLD VERMONT BRIGADE

A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle / War of 1861” pattern brass identification disk. This is the Type 5A in Maier and Stahl’s typology, showing the Arms of the U.S. on one side- an eagle… (2025-3036) Learn More »

RARE NEW HAMPSHIRE PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

RARE NEW HAMPSHIRE PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This non-excavated state-issued cartridge box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “NHSM”… (2025-3117) Learn More »

$975.00
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POST-WAR SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JEB STUART, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

POST-WAR SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JEB STUART, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

This photograph features a civilian view of JEB Stuart. It measures approximately 5.5 inches by just under 4 inches wide. This photograph features a vignette civilian view of the well-known… (1189-185) Learn More »

$275.00
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POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF BRIGADIER GENERAL MAXCY GREGG, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

POST-WAR UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF BRIGADIER GENERAL MAXCY GREGG, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

This photograph features a war-time vignette bust view of a seldom-seen Confederate commander: Maxcy Gregg. Born on August 1, 1814, in Columbia, South Carolina, Gregg came from a prominent family and… (1189-161) Learn More »

COLLINS & COMPANY SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE SHARPS RIFLE

COLLINS & COMPANY SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE SHARPS RIFLE

Socket bayonet made by Collins & Company of Collinsville, Connecticut. This bayonet was intended for use with the Sharps “New Model” rifles. This example is in very fine condition. The metal… (2025-2809) Learn More »

REGULATION CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SASH

REGULATION CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SASH

This is the regulation Civil War Union officer’s sash for all ranks below general in all branches of service except the medical staff and, occasionally, chaplains. This is of typical wartime… (2025-3060) Learn More »

$575.00
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MODEL 1851 NCO SWORD BELT PLATE WITH MATCHING KEEPER

MODEL 1851 NCO SWORD BELT PLATE WITH 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 fine mellow patina. This has the narrow ½… (2025-2832) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR SPENCER COMBINATION TOOL

CIVIL WAR SPENCER COMBINATION TOOL

These blackened iron take-down tools combine two screwdriver blades, all that is required to disassemble a Spencer rifle or carbine. They were supplied with the guns as part of the army and navy… (998-1464) Learn More »

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

US PATTERN 1839 CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE

This Federal box plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”. The brass face was polished… (595-2363) Learn More »

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM WINCHESTER, RECOVERED BY STAN PHILLIPS

RELIC US PATTERN 1839 BELT PLATE FROM WINCHESTER, RECOVERED BY STAN PHILLIPS

This Federal belt plate is of the regulation 1839 pattern and was recovered at Winchester. Constructed in the die-struck and rolled brass method, the brass accoutrement’s face shows a clear “US”… (595-2364) Learn More »

WASHINGTON AND LINCOLN (APOTHEOSIS) ALBUMEN IN OLD WOOD FRAME

WASHINGTON AND LINCOLN (APOTHEOSIS) ALBUMEN IN OLD WOOD FRAME

Following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln in in 1865, American citizens mourned the loss of their great leader. Artists, such as portrait painter and etcher Stephen James Ferris, memorialized the… (2025-1905) Learn More »

ROBERT E. LEE ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH

ROBERT E. LEE ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH

Offered here is a fine albumen photo of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. The original photograph was recorded by Julian Vannerso in March of 1864. This oval print measures 5.25” x 7.25” and is… (1266-2834) Learn More »

M1842 HARPERS FERRY RIFLED-MUSKET – DATED 1848

M1842 HARPERS FERRY RIFLED-MUSKET – DATED 1848

This rifled-musket is one of the 11,000 made in 1848 at Harpers Ferry – later rifled and sighted. Production of the m1842 did not commence at Harper’s Ferry until 1845. That armory delivered 2,225… (2025-2513) Learn More »

NON-EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE

NON-EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE

Intended to impress the enemy with the bearer’s willingness to bring the fight to close quarters, these side knives are quintessentially Confederate and form a collecting field of their own. They… (2025-2390) Learn More »

COLT REVOLVING RIFLE SABER BAYONET

COLT REVOLVING RIFLE SABER BAYONET

This brass hilted saber bayonet is 25” long overall and carries a 20” blade. The blade is smooth metal, with good edge and point, a muted silver in color with some very thin gray spots. The brass… (172-6107) Learn More »

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR CAVALRY SWORD KNOT IN VERY GOOD CONDITION

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR CAVALRY SWORD KNOT IN VERY GOOD CONDITION

Issued to horsemen during the war, this 18” long, leather strap is in very good complete condition. The 1” wide, brown bridle leather device is looped upon itself making it the 18” long, strong… (2025-1460) Learn More »

POST-WAR MOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JOHN BROWN GORDON, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

POST-WAR MOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF GENERAL JOHN BROWN GORDON, FROM A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE S. COOK & SONS

This photograph features a well-known three-quarter view of General Gordon. It measures approximately 7 inches by 5 inches wide. Unlike other images from this collection, this photograph has been… (1189-159) Learn More »

US/CS 12-POUNDER CANISTER

US/CS 12-POUNDER CANISTER

This is an original, albeit partial, Civil War canister round for 12-pounder Napoleon, the smoothbore bronze cannon adopted in 1857 and one of main weapons of Civil War field artillery. This piece… (1202-486) Learn More »

SET OF FOUR TUMBLERS, CIRCA 1850-1870

SET OF FOUR TUMBLERS, CIRCA 1850-1870

4 tumblers measuring 3 1/16" to 3 13/16" tall, circa 1850-1870.  The smallest with thin molded vertical basal flutes is Continental.  The remaining American tumblers consist of one with 12 pressed… (1239-91) Learn More »

CIRCA 1835-1855 AMERICAN CUT GLASS DECANTER

CIRCA 1835-1855 AMERICAN CUT GLASS DECANTER

This piece is an American cut glass decanter 1835-1855, probably Pittsburgh or Wheeling.  The decanter is 9 3/8" tall without stopper and is cut with 10 wide flutes around the neck continuing into… (1239-92) Learn More »

$60.00
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SOCKET BAYONET AND SCABBARD FOR P-1854 AUSTRIAN LORENZ RIFLE

SOCKET BAYONET AND SCABBARD FOR P-1854 AUSTRIAN LORENZ RIFLE

This is an original socket bayonet for the Austrian P1854 “Lorenz” rifle musket, with its distinct four-sided blade and diagonal mortise slot in the socket. Bayonet measures 22” overall with a… (490-7556) Learn More »

$325.00
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DECEMBER 1862 LETTER WRITTEN BY COL. JOSHUA LAWRENCE CHAMBERLAIN TO HIS WIFE FANNY

Here we have a letter written by a man who needs no introduction, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. This four-page letter is written on standard 8.5 inch by 11 inch unlined paper. In period ink, Chamberlain writes to his wife, Fanny, from the camp of the… (557-250B). Learn More »

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