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THE CONFEDERATE DETECTIVE SERVICE

THE CONFEDERATE DETECTIVE SERVICE

Hundley, Ransom N.  2022. Softcover, 258 pages.  8" X10". The American Civil War began on April 12, 1861, when South Carolina Militia bombarded Fort Sumpter with artillery. Just seven days later,… (ST501207) Learn More »

DUTY AND DISHONOR – THE CONFEDERATE DETECTIVE SERVICE

DUTY AND DISHONOR – THE CONFEDERATE DETECTIVE SERVICE

Hundley, Ransom N.  2022.  Softcover, 131 pages. 6”X9”. This book represents a previously unpublished study by which we attempt to evaluate the legacies of Confederate Detectives Theodore… (ST501206) Learn More »

US MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT AND SCARCE SOLDER-BACKED PLATE

US MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S SWORD BELT AND SCARCE SOLDER-BACKED PLATE

This is the regulation sword belt for U.S. officers in the Civil War. The rectangular eagle belt plate with the arms of the U.S. is an early style, likely prewar or very early war, made of stamped… (1052-222) Learn More »

US INDIAN WAR DARK BLUE OFFICER’S TROUSERS

US INDIAN WAR DARK BLUE OFFICER’S TROUSERS

Trousers are constructed of a fine dark blue wool with vertical side-seam pockets and a watchpocket in the waist. Trousers are held closed by a large hook and eye at the top of the waist along with a… (1117-287) Learn More »

SILVER-MOUNTED QUEEN ANNE TURN-OFF BARREL PISTOL BY NATHANIEL TREVEY CA. 1740-50

SILVER-MOUNTED QUEEN ANNE TURN-OFF BARREL PISTOL BY NATHANIEL TREVEY CA. 1740-50

Using a truncated stock not extending past the lock and a barrel fitted with a lug at the bottom breech to allow it to be unscrewed for loading, these pistols became popular in the reign of Queen Anne… (490-3434) Learn More »

DEVELOPMENT OF THE PAPER-WRAPPED MUSKET CARTRIDGE IN COLONIAL AMERICA, 1640-1841

DEVELOPMENT OF THE PAPER-WRAPPED MUSKET CARTRIDGE IN COLONIAL AMERICA, 1640-1841

Brown, Rodger. 2022.  Hardback, 6 x 9 ¾”. 96 pages; numerous b&w photos and illustrations. During the Revolutionary War, both armies in the conflict were armed with muzzleloading smoothbore… (ST501205) Learn More »

SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN

SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN

This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5 ¼ inches long, a size sometimes thought to be just for priming powder for a flintlock, but convenient enough to be… (1184-79) Learn More »

SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN

SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN

This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5 3/4 inches long, a convenient size for pocket or hunting bag. Sometimes considered a small horn just for priming… (1184-77) Learn More »

1865-1890 US REVENUE CUTTER BELT RIG & PLATE

1865-1890 US REVENUE CUTTER BELT RIG & PLATE

Belt is made of one piece of leather approx. 31.00 inches long x 1.75 wide. The interior of the belt has a sewn seam running down the center while the exterior face of the belt has a tooled line… (490-3646) Learn More »

FANTASTIC FRAMED IMAGE TAKEN FROM THE SUMMIT OF LITTLE ROUND TOP IN 1886 BY GETTYSBURG PHOTOGRAPHER WILLIAM TIPTON

FANTASTIC FRAMED IMAGE TAKEN FROM THE SUMMIT OF LITTLE ROUND TOP IN 1886 BY GETTYSBURG PHOTOGRAPHER WILLIAM TIPTON

Image was taken from the summit of Little Round Top with the camera facing northwest. The camera looks to be set up just in front of where the monument to Hazlett’s Battery now stands. The view is… (1178-01) Learn More »

SCARCE 1799 DATED SPRINGFIELD 1795 TYPE-II MUSKET

SCARCE 1799 DATED SPRINGFIELD 1795 TYPE-II MUSKET

Springfield was designated one of two US armories for the manufacture of arms in 1794 and production of the “US muskets, Charleville pattern” (designated the Model 1795 by collectors for… (1052-68) Learn More »

RICHMOND TYPE-II RIFLE MUSKET, MID-1862

RICHMOND TYPE-II RIFLE MUSKET, MID-1862

This is very good example of a Richmond Type-II rifle musket made in mid-1862 showing the beveled low-hump lock plate introduced in March 1862 and using the early 1862 die strike replaced later in the… (490-2958) Learn More »

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMAN MEDAL OF RICHARD H. FISHER 4th MASS, AND LATER 39th MASS, WIA WILDERNESS

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMAN MEDAL OF RICHARD H. FISHER 4th MASS, AND LATER 39th MASS, WIA WILDERNESS

The edge of this Massachusetts Minuteman Medal is stamped “RICHARD H. FISHER PRVT. H 4TH. REG. Fisher, a 28 year-old stonecutter from Quincy, who joined the 4th Mass. Militia Infantry, a three-month… (844-18) Learn More »

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMAN MEDAL OF JOHN FIRTH: 3rd BATTALION OF RIFLES, MASS VOLUNTEER MILITIA

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMAN MEDAL OF JOHN FIRTH: 3rd BATTALION OF RIFLES, MASS VOLUNTEER MILITIA

Authorized in 1902, the two-piece bronze medal consists of a rectangular pin-back bar reading “MASSACHUSETTS MINUTE MEN OF 1861” and a circular drop with the Seal of the State of Massachusetts at… (844-17) Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF FRENCH SOLDIER IN THERMO-PLASTIC CASE

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF FRENCH SOLDIER IN THERMO-PLASTIC CASE

Tintype image of armed French soldier in zouave uniform. He wears kepi, fitted coat, baggy pantaloons, and white gaiters. He holds a rifle at his side and has a saber bayonet hanging from his waist… (433-07) Learn More »

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CDV OF GENERAL ISREAL B. RICHARDSON, MORTALLY WOUNDED AT ANTIETAM

CDV OF GENERAL ISREAL B. RICHARDSON, MORTALLY WOUNDED AT ANTIETAM

Three-quarter standing view of Richardson in uniform. Wearing general's uniform with sash and belt. He holds a hat in one hand and grips his sword in the other. Image is clear with good contrast.… (224-599) Learn More »

CDV OF PRIVATE CHRISTOPHER MENGIS, 15TH LOUISIANA INFANTRY

CDV OF PRIVATE CHRISTOPHER MENGIS, 15TH LOUISIANA INFANTRY

Oval bust view of Mengis in civilian clothes. The image is clear with good contrast. The mount is in very good condition. No photographer's backmark. A period pencil identification is faint but… (1138-646) Learn More »

CDV OF COLONEL DAVID B. PENN, 7TH LOUISIANA INFANTRY

CDV OF COLONEL DAVID B. PENN, 7TH LOUISIANA INFANTRY

Waist-up view of Penn in frock coat. Colonel's rank (3 stars) are faintly visible on collar. The image is clear but slightly light in contrast. The mount remains in excellent condition. No… (1138-640) Learn More »

CDV OF COLONEL LEWIS G. DERUSSY -- FORT DERUSSY IN LOUISIANA NAMED FOR HIM

CDV OF COLONEL LEWIS G. DERUSSY -- FORT DERUSSY IN LOUISIANA NAMED FOR HIM

Oval view of DeRussy in civilian clothes. The image is clear with good contrast. There is a small wrinkle and chip to the upper, left corner of the image. A faint, but original pencil identification… (1138-637) Learn More »

CDV OF LIEUTENANT T.L. SHUTE, LA. LIGHT ARTILLERY & CORPS OF SCOUTS

CDV OF LIEUTENANT T.L. SHUTE, LA. LIGHT ARTILLERY & CORPS OF SCOUTS

Bust view of Shute in uniform. He wears a double-breasted frock with collar insignia and wears a kepi and eyeglasses. The image is clear with good contrast. Signed in ink at the bottom of image.… (1138-636) Learn More »

CDV OF GENERAL HENRY W. HALLECK

CDV OF GENERAL HENRY W. HALLECK

Three-quarter standing view of Halleck in uniform. He wears a double-breasted frock with shoulder straps and holds his kepi in his hand. Image is clear with good contrast. Photographer’s backmark,… (1139-175) Learn More »

CDV OF GENERAL JOHN E. WOOL

CDV OF GENERAL JOHN E. WOOL

Full standing studio view of Wool in dress uniform. He wears a double-breasted coat with fringed epaulettes. He also wears a sash, sword belt, and holds his sword in front. Image is clear with very… (1139-179) Learn More »

CDV OF U.S. GENERAL ROBERT ANDERSON

CDV OF U.S. GENERAL ROBERT ANDERSON

Waist-up view of Anderson. He wears a double-breasted coat with general’s shoulder straps. Image is clear with very good contrast. The mount is in good shape with an unusually wide printed border… (1139-120) Learn More »

CDV OF U.S. ADMIRAL DAVID G. FARRAGUT

CDV OF U.S. ADMIRAL DAVID G. FARRAGUT

Three-quarter standing view of Farragut. He wears a double-breasted coat with shoulder straps and plenty of sleeve braid! Image is clear with good contrast. Period ink name along bottom edge. The… (1139-162) Learn More »

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

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… (1138-988) Learn More »

CDV OF SOUTH CAROLINA LIEUTENANT COLONEL KILLED AT 1ST BULL RUN - BENJAMIN JENKINS JOHNSON

CDV OF SOUTH CAROLINA LIEUTENANT COLONEL KILLED AT 1ST BULL RUN - BENJAMIN JENKINS JOHNSON

Waist -up view of Lieutenant Colonel Benjamin J. Johnson of Hampton’s Legion. Image shows Johnson in a dark civilian suit with white shirt and large, dark bowtie. Contrast and clarity are very good.… (1138-856) Learn More »

INK SIGNED BUST VIEW CDV OF HOLCOMBE LEGION CAVALRY AND 7TH SOUTH CAROLINA SERGEANT

INK SIGNED BUST VIEW CDV OF HOLCOMBE LEGION CAVALRY AND 7TH SOUTH CAROLINA SERGEANT

View is of John B. Lee in a dark civilian suit. Bottom of the image is signed in ink “J. BENJAMIN LEE 7th SO. CA. CAVALRY.” Image has good clarity and contrast. Mount is good but the paper has… (1138-845) Learn More »

BUST VIEW OF 50TH VIRGINIA ADJUTANT AND LATER CS ENGINEER WITH OLD INK ID

BUST VIEW OF 50TH VIRGINIA ADJUTANT AND LATER CS ENGINEER WITH OLD INK ID

CDV is of John W. Amiss sporting a goatee and an open light-colored shell jacket with white shirt and dark bowtie. Contrast is light and the photographer has used a pencil to artistically darken… (1138-1346) Learn More »

BUST VIEW ATTRIBUTED TO BE 1ST LIEUTENANT JOSEPH W. HOWARD OF THE 23RD VIRGINIA CAVALRY

BUST VIEW ATTRIBUTED TO BE 1ST LIEUTENANT JOSEPH W. HOWARD OF THE 23RD VIRGINIA CAVALRY

The ID on this image is in modern pencil on the reverse. The photo comes from the well-known collection of the late William A. Turner and was no doubt identified by Mr. Turner through research or,… (1138-1070) Learn More »

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN

Image is a three-quarter seated view of a soldier cradling a model 1840 cavalry saber in his lap. He wears an opened light-colored shell jacket with matching vest and trousers. The jacket looks to… (1138-1083) Learn More »

“DUG” .50 CALIBER SMITH “RUBBER CASE” CARTRIDGES

“DUG” .50 CALIBER SMITH “RUBBER CASE” CARTRIDGES

Used in the Smith carbine extensively during the early years of the Civil War, we have several specimens of these unusual .50 caliber “rubber case” cartridges in excavated “relic”… (2022-1238) Learn More »

U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1807 (RECONVERTED) FLINTLOCK “INDIAN CARBINE”, DATED 1808

U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1807 (RECONVERTED) FLINTLOCK “INDIAN CARBINE”, DATED 1808

Springfield Armory manufactured 1,202 .54 caliber smoothbore flintlock carbines for the Indian Department between 1807 and 1810. The carbines were intended as gifts for the Native American tribes, but… (1052-97) Learn More »

LATE OR JUST POST-WAR IMAGE OF A CONFEDERATE VETERAN

LATE OR JUST POST-WAR IMAGE OF A CONFEDERATE VETERAN

CDV is on heavy stock and shows Peter A. McEnery. in a dark civilian suit. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount and paper are good though the bottom of the mount has light staining. Reverse has a… (1138-979) Learn More »

INK SIGNED BUST VIEW OF 9TH / 10th MISSISSIPPI MUSICIAN

INK SIGNED BUST VIEW OF 9TH / 10th MISSISSIPPI MUSICIAN

Image is a bust view of a bearded soldier in a light-colored shell jacket posed in slight right profile. Contrast and clarity are fair to poor. Mount and paper have light to moderate surface dirt.… (1138-976) Learn More »

CDV OF CONFEDERATE OFFICER IN CHARGE OF THE PRODUCTION OF AMBULANCES IN RICHMOND –WINCHESTER PHOTOGRAPHER

CDV OF CONFEDERATE OFFICER IN CHARGE OF THE PRODUCTION OF AMBULANCES IN RICHMOND –WINCHESTER PHOTOGRAPHER

Image is a bust view of Captain Richard C. M. Macmurdo sporting a goatee and wearing a dark frockcoat with light piping around the collar. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Paper and mount are also… (1138-968) Learn More »

UNIDENTIFIED CDV OF CONFEDERATE PRIVATE

UNIDENTIFIED CDV OF CONFEDERATE PRIVATE

Image is a bust view of a young man wearing a light-colored coat with fold down lapels. Coat appears to have brass buttons on the front. Beneath the coat is a light-colored military style vest with… (1138-963) Learn More »

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED MEMBER OF 1ST S.C. ARTILLERY IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED MEMBER OF 1ST S.C. ARTILLERY IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES

Chest-up view of this gentleman in civilian clothes. He wears a dark frock, white shirt, and thin bow tie. Image is clear with good contrast. Photographer’s backmark, Wearn & Hix, Columbia,… (1138-869) Learn More »

1937 GAR ENCAMPMENT (LINCOLN) PHOTO

1937 GAR ENCAMPMENT (LINCOLN) PHOTO

GAR members gather and exchange pleasantries at the foot of the University of Wisconsin’s Lincoln Memorial.  This is an original black and white wire print taken at the University on September 7,… (224-604) Learn More »

CDV OF THREE BLACK WOMEN SMOKING A HOOKAH

CDV OF THREE BLACK WOMEN SMOKING A HOOKAH

Seated studio view of three black women. One is smoking from a hookah/water pipe, one has an unidentified item in her hand, and the third holds a tea cup. All are well-dressed with jewelry, elaborate… (1138-1675) Learn More »

"TRUBBLE IN DE CHURCH" CDV

"TRUBBLE IN DE CHURCH" CDV

Lithograph in CDV format depicting a scene in an African-American church gathering. All those portrayed in the image have stereotyped features. The preacher in the pulpit exclaims, "If dem profane… (1138-1714) Learn More »

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

Oval waist-up view of unidentified Confederate soldier in uniform. He wears a single-breasted jacket. The image is clear but light. No photographer's backmark. A pencil note by Mr. Turner on the back,… (1138-581) Learn More »

CDV OF SOUTH CAROLINA’S GENERAL MILLEDGE BONHAM

CDV OF SOUTH CAROLINA’S GENERAL MILLEDGE BONHAM

Chest-up vignette view of Bonham in a dark double-breasted frockcoat. His shoulder straps and support strap for his sword belt are visible. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Paper and mount are also… (1138-48) Learn More »

LITHOGRAPHED SEATED VIEW OF MISSOURI GENERAL M. JEFF THOMPSON

LITHOGRAPHED SEATED VIEW OF MISSOURI GENERAL M. JEFF THOMPSON

Lithographed CDV shows Thompson seated at a table. He is posed with one arm resting on the table and holding a gauntlet while the other hand rests on the hilt of his sword. The General wears dark… (1138-529) Learn More »

MODEL 1892 WINCHESTER RIFLE

MODEL 1892 WINCHESTER RIFLE

Serial number 70464, this Model 1892 Winchester is .38 WCF, was made in 1894, and rates near Fine for overall condition with 80% thin shiny blue on the receiver, stronger on the right, with some… (169-533) Learn More »

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HALF-PLATE AMBROTYPE OF OFFICER WITH DRUM

HALF-PLATE AMBROTYPE OF OFFICER WITH DRUM

Early war image of an unknown 2nd lieutenant standing with one arm resting on a drum that is balanced on a cloth covered table. The officer wears a dark nine button frockcoat with matching dark… (2022-1058) Learn More »

SELECTION OF CDV SIZED STEEL ENGRAVINGS OF UNION GENERALS (NO BACKMARKS)

SELECTION OF CDV SIZED STEEL ENGRAVINGS OF UNION GENERALS (NO BACKMARKS)

CDV sized steel engravings (3.75” x 2.5”). Great for framing with signatures. All have printed on the reverse, "R. R. Landon Agt. 88 Lake Street Chicago ILL". Row 1, Left to Right 1139-273 Maj.… Learn More »

SECTION OF M1863 MUSKET WITH BLOWN BARREL FOUND IN PENNSYLVANIA CAVE

SECTION OF M1863 MUSKET WITH BLOWN BARREL FOUND IN PENNSYLVANIA CAVE

Offered here is the rear portion of a Model 1863 rifle musket, with severe damage, that was reportedly found in a Western Pennsylvania cave by arrowhead hunters. The rifle musket looks to have been… (991-25) Learn More »

CDV OF FEDERAL GENERAL FRANZ SIGEL

CDV OF FEDERAL GENERAL FRANZ SIGEL

Standing view of Major General Franz Sigel. Sigel was promoted to major general on 21 March 1862. He served as a division commander in the Shenandoah Valley and fought unsuccessfully against Maj. Gen.… (1139-170) Learn More »

1/6 PLATE RUBY AMBROTYPE OF UNKNOWN YOUNG CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

1/6 PLATE RUBY AMBROTYPE OF UNKNOWN YOUNG CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

The subject of this photo appears to be no more than 18 years old. He is shown from the waist-up staring directly into the lens of the camera. He wears what looks to be a medium gray double-breasted… (2022-1042) Learn More »

QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE OF MAN HOLDING A RIFLE, WITH DOG

QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE OF MAN HOLDING A RIFLE, WITH DOG

This is a full standing view of a man holding a rifle with a young golden retriever lying in front of him.  Man is wearing a white shirt, dark colored trousers and vest with a hat. He appears to be… (894-26) Learn More »

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EARLY WAR U.S. CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER, 1840 STYLE, BY SMITH, CRANE AND COMPANY, NEW YORK, 1858 TO 1862

Smith, Crane and Company pieces are scarce. They were only in business from 1858 through 1862, retailing military goods in New York City. Their swords were imported, of German make and likely by Schnitzler and Kirschbaum, though not maker marked.… (870-263). Learn More »

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