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POST-WAR ALS—BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

POST-WAR ALS—BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

Dated Washington City / March 11, 1867. On Butler’s personal “B” letterhead. Addressed to “Hon. W.D. Northend /Salem, Mass.”. One page in ink, with Butler’s personal “B” letterhead,… (490-6560) Learn More »

SELECTION OF SILVER NAPKIN RINGS

SELECTION OF SILVER NAPKIN RINGS

These are silver napkin rings appropriate for the fanciest of dining occasions. Napkin rings are an invention of the European bourgeoisie, first appearing in France about 1800 and soon spreading to… (1266-) Learn More »

PIECE OF AN INDIAN WAR M1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE OR DRESS COAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

PIECE OF AN INDIAN WAR M1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE OR DRESS COAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This is a piece from the lapel of a US Army jacket showing part of the blue outer fabric, the lining and the remains of five corroded brass buttons. From the size and spacing of the buttons this is… (1052-608) Learn More »

PIECE OF CIVIL WAR ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

PIECE OF CIVIL WAR ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

The army had vast stocks of Civil War material left over at the end of the war. These supplies, along with the reduction of the postwar army meant U.S. troops were getting Civil War gear well into the… (1052-617) Learn More »

SCARCE INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

SCARCE INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, occupied 1870-1895, where cold weather in winter months might well be a concern. The army began issuing mittens in 1873. Before that men were left to… (1052-620) Learn More »

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS

A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle/War of 1861” pattern identification disk worn by a soldier who saw action in the siege of Port Hudson from May 27 to July 9, 1863, Gen. Nathaniel… (172-6078) Learn More »

$1,850.00
ON HOLD

2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD

2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD

The badge is brass, made in the shield shape popular for identification pins during war and is pierced at the top for suspension. The face had the outline of a billowing banner or pennant engraved at… (172-6082) Learn More »

MONOGRAMMED COIN SILVER SOUP LADLE BY S. KIRK & SON

MONOGRAMMED COIN SILVER SOUP LADLE BY S. KIRK & SON

This beautiful coin silver soup or punch ladle was produced circa 1840-1860 by S. Kirk and Son of Baltimore. Of the Mayflower pattern with a lovely scroll design on the handle and monogrammed “E W… (1266-955) Learn More »

CABINET CARD IMAGE OF MAJOR THEOPHILUS HOLMES

CABINET CARD IMAGE OF MAJOR THEOPHILUS HOLMES

This is a 4.25” x 6.5” cabinet card photograph of Holmes in his Federal Major’s uniform. In this chest-up view, he is wearing a double-breasted officer’s frock with Major’s shoulder straps.… (1189-132) Learn More »

CDV OF SETH KINMAN BY MATTHEW BRADY

CDV OF SETH KINMAN BY MATTHEW BRADY

This CDV shows Seth Kinman seated as he holds his rifle. He wears pioneer clothing made of animal skins. A large bowie knife hangs from his waistbelt. Kinman is most known for his “pioneer… (2024-1746) Learn More »

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G

This is an exciting piece of specifically identified Civil War history.  This ID disk is in wonderful condition and reads “CHARLES BADGER CO. G 9TH MD. V. ENLISTED JUNE 30TH 1863 BALTIMORE”. … (490-7167) Learn More »

REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN

REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN

This exceedingly rare ID disc belonged to Jas. H. Smythe of Co. H, 2nd (Maryland) E.S. Volunteers - a 9-month regiment.  He enlisted on February 19, 1862 in Baltimore, Maryland at age 42. Before the… (490-7168) Learn More »

$2,500.00
ON HOLD

IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES H. WOODS, 29th MASSACHUSETTS: WITH THE IRISH BRIGADE ON THE PENINSULA AND AT ANTIETAM!

IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES H. WOODS, 29th MASSACHUSETTS: WITH THE IRISH BRIGADE ON THE PENINSULA AND AT ANTIETAM!

This jeweler-made identification shield is similar to the hollow-stamped silver varieties, but is made of flat metal, though measuring about the same as that type, roughly an inch from point to point.… (172-6075) Learn More »

BUST CDV OF UNION ARMY SURGEON WHO WAS LATER AWARDED THE MEDAL OF HONOR

BUST CDV OF UNION ARMY SURGEON WHO WAS LATER AWARDED THE MEDAL OF HONOR

Image is a bust view of Dr. Henry R. Tilton posed in three-quarter right profile in the uniform of a Union 1st Lieutenant. Bottom of image has a period pencil inscription of “DR. TILDEN.” Image is… (945-223) Learn More »

$695.00
Originally $950.00

STANDING CDV OF GENERAL CHARLES D. JAMESON

STANDING CDV OF GENERAL CHARLES D. JAMESON

Image shows Jameson posed with one hand resting on a podium and the other on his hip. Just to one side of him is a high-backed chair. The General wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with matching… (259-66) Learn More »

$85.00
Originally $112.00

CDV PHOTOGRAPH OF POET ALFRED TENNYSON

CDV PHOTOGRAPH OF POET ALFRED TENNYSON

This is a seated studio view of Tennyson. Image is clear with good contrast. Mount is clean and in good condition. A pencil identification appears on the front and back. Photographer’s backmark is a… (259-165) Learn More »

$80.00
Originally $135.00

UNMOUNTED OVAL SALT PRINT: LAWYER, FOREIGN MINISTER, US AND CS CONGRESSMAN, CONFEDERATE GENERAL AND NEW YORK SUPREME COURT JUSTICE  ROGER A. PRYOR

UNMOUNTED OVAL SALT PRINT: LAWYER, FOREIGN MINISTER, US AND CS CONGRESSMAN, CONFEDERATE GENERAL AND NEW YORK SUPREME COURT JUSTICE ROGER A. PRYOR

A nice, clear 5-1/4” by 7-1/2” oval salt print photo hinged at the top rear to a white cardstock backing 8-1/2” by 10-3/4.” Pryor is shown in formal civilian attire, long hair combed to the… (1266-238) Learn More »

1863 ALS PUBLISHER CHARLES O. PERRINE TO CONNECTICUT ADJ. GEN. JOSEPH D. WILLIAMS

1863 ALS PUBLISHER CHARLES O. PERRINE TO CONNECTICUT ADJ. GEN. JOSEPH D. WILLIAMS

1 page letter in ink, measures 8” x 9 ¾”.  Dated Indianapolis, Indiana, May 25, 1863. The Library of Congress records several maps published by Perrine during the Civil War, including… (337-305) Learn More »

$115.00
Originally $150.00

1859 WEST POINT ANNUAL EXAMINATION REPORT FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

1859 WEST POINT ANNUAL EXAMINATION REPORT FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

One page pre-printed for filled out in ink. One blue paper measuring 7 ¾” x 9 ¾”. Dated “ENGINEER DEPARTMENT, / Washington, June 29, 1859. Document is basically a report card of sorts “At… (337-302) Learn More »

$185.00
Originally $250.00

1857 WEST POINT “EXTRACT FROM THE CLASS CONDUCT REPORTS…” FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

1857 WEST POINT “EXTRACT FROM THE CLASS CONDUCT REPORTS…” FOR STEPHEN C. LYFORD, 1ST US DRAGOONS, 1ST US CAVALRY, 3RD US ARTILLERY; BREVET CAPTAIN , MAJOR & LT. COLONEL

One page pre-printed for filled out in ink. One blue paper measuring 7 ¾” x 9 ¾”. Dated “ENGINEER DEPARTMENT, / Washington, October 17, 1857. Document is basically a report card of sorts… (337-301) Learn More »

$185.00
Originally $250.00


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