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ID’D P1855 MOUNTED SERVICES MUSICIAN’S SHELL JACKET – WILLIAM OSWALD, 4th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY

ID’D P1855 MOUNTED SERVICES MUSICIAN’S SHELL JACKET – WILLIAM OSWALD, 4th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY

William Oswald resided in Northampton County, Pennsylvania when he enlisted on August 15th, 1861.  On that same day, he mustered into Company “A” of the 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry as a Bugler. … (1268-776) Learn More »

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL STYLE U.S. 1861 PATTERN .58 CAL. CARTRIDGE BOX RIG

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL STYLE U.S. 1861 PATTERN .58 CAL. CARTRIDGE BOX RIG

This is a good example of the regulation Union infantry cartridge box rig, untouched and un-messed with, in the sort of condition we used see in a box coming out of a veteran’s estate, something… (1283-01) Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE IMPORTED CARTRIDGE BOX

RARE CONFEDERATE IMPORTED CARTRIDGE BOX

This English made cartridge box was run through to the blockaded South early in the war. It was made under Confederate direction by English contractor Alexander Ross. Major Edward Anderson CSA between… (2025-304) Learn More »

RARE ¼ PLATE VMI CADET DAGUERROTYPE PHOTO – COL. SIMEON GIBBONS, 10th VIRGINIA, KIA AT MCDOWELL

RARE ¼ PLATE VMI CADET DAGUERROTYPE PHOTO – COL. SIMEON GIBBONS, 10th VIRGINIA, KIA AT MCDOWELL

Simeon Beauford Gibbons was born near what is now Shenandoah, Virginia (Page County) on May 25, 1833, a son of Samuel and Christina Miller Gibbons (a descendant of Valley pioneer Adam Miller). Though… (846-578) Learn More »

$8,500.00
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SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR WAIST BELT

SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR WAIST BELT

This woven canvas belt measures 3” wide with the length being adjustable to some extent by use of brass wires at each end. The belt was made to hold forty-five .30 caliber rounds in loops that are… (1120-06) Learn More »

$125.00
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CA 1840-1860 AMERICAN FLINT GLASS ASHBURTON CELERY VASE

CA 1840-1860 AMERICAN FLINT GLASS ASHBURTON CELERY VASE

An Ashburton celery vase, dating from 1840 to 1860, is a specific type of cut glass vase used to hold celery stalks, typically with a deep, wide bowl and a solid or fluted stem. The Ashburton… (1239-33) Learn More »

COMPLETE CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH SOLDIER’S STENCILED NAME

COMPLETE CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH SOLDIER’S STENCILED NAME

The NY Depot was a branch of the U.S. Quartermaster’s Office of Clothing and Equipage that contracted with various dealers and makers for hundreds of thousands of canteens during the Civil War. They… (1268-223) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP POUCH

This is a well-worn Civil War percussion cap pouch. This pattern has the closing tab as a continuation of the outer flap. This latch tab is unbroken. The surface of the leather on the outer flap shows… (632-86) Learn More »

$75.00
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EARLY GETTYSBURG PHOTOGRAPH – 13th VERMONT AND VERMONT STATE MONUMENT, HANCOCK AVENUE

EARLY GETTYSBURG PHOTOGRAPH – 13th VERMONT AND VERMONT STATE MONUMENT, HANCOCK AVENUE

Early photography of the Gettysburg Battlefield serves as an important record of the evolution of the park and its expansive grounds.  Shown in this image are the 13th Vermont and Vermont State… (2024-6899) Learn More »

CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S UNIFORM GROUP OF LIEUTENANT, CAPTAIN AND MAJOR HUGH MORTIMER NELSON: 1st VA CAVALRY, 6th VA CAVALRY, ADC TO EWELL, WIA GAINES MILL

CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S UNIFORM GROUP OF LIEUTENANT, CAPTAIN AND MAJOR HUGH MORTIMER NELSON: 1st VA CAVALRY, 6th VA CAVALRY, ADC TO EWELL, WIA GAINES MILL

This wonderful Confederate officer’s grouping came directly out of the family, from the officer’s great-great-grandson in 1995, and went into the collection of esteemed artist, collector and… (153-09) Learn More »

POW ART BONE CUP IN CASE, ID’D TO 93RD NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS

POW ART BONE CUP IN CASE, ID’D TO 93RD NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS

Bone cup with brass rim and base was prisoner of war art made in Libby Prison. Brass rim is engraved with, “CAPT. H.C.NEWTON, 93RD REGT. N.Y. VOL. SEPT. 19TH, 1864”. Bone is engraved with,… (172-3053) Learn More »

US CAVALRY M1858 DRESS “HARDEE” HAT – 8th REGIMENT, COMPANY H

US CAVALRY M1858 DRESS “HARDEE” HAT – 8th REGIMENT, COMPANY H

The M1858 Dress Hat was the formal counterpart to the fatigue duty headwear of the US Army.  Made of stiff black felt, the hat found little favor among Civil War servicemen, particularly in the east,… (1268-775) Learn More »

$3,950.00
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LATE- WAR FULL-STANDING VIEW OF LT. COL. WILBUR REID, TRIGG’S BATTALION PARTISAN RANGERS, MISSING HIS LEG

LATE- WAR FULL-STANDING VIEW OF LT. COL. WILBUR REID, TRIGG’S BATTALION PARTISAN RANGERS, MISSING HIS LEG

This CDV shows a full standing view of Lieutenant Colonel Reid of the 36th Virginia. The dapper lieutenant colonel who had his left leg recently amputated stands confidently with his wooden crutches… (846-406) Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF JAMES H. GIBBS, 97th NEW YORK: HE FUDGED HIS AGE GOING INTO THE ARMY AND HIS NAME AFTER GETTING OUT

UNION SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF JAMES H. GIBBS, 97th NEW YORK: HE FUDGED HIS AGE GOING INTO THE ARMY AND HIS NAME AFTER GETTING OUT

Stories of boys lying about their age in order to get into the army and “see the elephant,” are not uncommon. Rarer are men at the other end of the age spectrum, over the 44-year age limit for… (490-7295) Learn More »

NAMED CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX

NAMED CONFEDERATE CARTRIDGE BOX

This leather pouch is a homespun Southern copy of the typical “Pattern 1861” infantry cartridge box of the time with soldier’s name carved on flap. The large outer flap has the slightly… (1268-023) Learn More »

$5,000.00
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LARGE MOUNTED GETTYSBURG PHOTOGRAPH – 8TH PENNSYLVANIA MONUMENT

LARGE MOUNTED GETTYSBURG PHOTOGRAPH – 8TH PENNSYLVANIA MONUMENT

The 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry Monument sits along Pleasanton Avenue, just north of the Pennsylvania Monument on the crest of Cemetery Ridge. Notably, a tree trunk was later added to the sculpture to… (2024-6946) Learn More »

SCARCE AMES 1860-DATED LIGHT CAVALRY SABER: MOST WENT TO VIRGINIA COURTESY OF BUCHANAN’S SECRETARY OF WAR, J.B. FLOYD

SCARCE AMES 1860-DATED LIGHT CAVALRY SABER: MOST WENT TO VIRGINIA COURTESY OF BUCHANAN’S SECRETARY OF WAR, J.B. FLOYD

This 1860-dated Ames light cavalry saber stands a very good chance of having been carried by a Virginia Confederate cavalryman. Of approximately 1,400 made that year and delivered to the U.S.… (362-1263) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF SHEPHERD B. CRAM -  17th N.H. CONSOLIDATED WITH THE 2nd NEW HAMPSHIRE BEFORE GETTYSBURG

CIVIL WAR SOLDIER’S STENCIL OF SHEPHERD B. CRAM - 17th N.H. CONSOLIDATED WITH THE 2nd NEW HAMPSHIRE BEFORE GETTYSBURG

Civil War items don’t get much more personal or identifiable than a soldier’s stencil. These were commercial products marketed to soldiers and to their friends and family as a considerate parting… (490-7292) Learn More »

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 102—DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / COURT MARTIAL REPORT

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 102—DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / COURT MARTIAL REPORT

Dated “New Orleans, November 25, 1862.” 21 pp., 5” x 8, string bound. Fine condition. This order presents the findings of thirty court martial cases convened under the authority of Col. B.R.… (490-6641) Learn More »

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 118—MAJ. GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF VIRGINIA and NORTH CAROLINA, ARMY OF THE JAMES / ARMY BRIBES

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 118—MAJ. GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF VIRGINIA and NORTH CAROLINA, ARMY OF THE JAMES / ARMY BRIBES

Dated “In the Field, October 2, 1864.”  On page, 5” x 8. VG plus. Text: “It having been brought to the attention of the Commanding General that dishonest or mistaken agents of various… (490-6597) Learn More »

UNION MEDICAL STORES TRANSPORT RECEIPT

UNION MEDICAL STORES TRANSPORT RECEIPT

One page in ink on lined paper, 6. 375” x 5.25. Exhibits old-marks. Else VG.  Text as follows: “Rec’d aboard the Str. Delaware, Mch 3 1862. For transportation to Capt. C. E. Fuller at Beaufort… (2021-1095) Learn More »

$35.00
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UNTOUCHED C.R. KIRSCHBAUM US IMPORT M1840 CAVALRY SABER WITH KNIGHT’S HEAD MARK

UNTOUCHED C.R. KIRSCHBAUM US IMPORT M1840 CAVALRY SABER WITH KNIGHT’S HEAD MARK

For details on this company and these sabers see Thillmann, Civil War Cavalry and Artillery Sabers pp.349ff. The M1840 pattern, the so-called heavy cavalry saber to distinguish it from the lighter… (362-1261) Learn More »

NICE U.S. ARTILLERY GUNNER’S WAIST BELT WITH FUSE AND PRIMER POUCHES

NICE U.S. ARTILLERY GUNNER’S WAIST BELT WITH FUSE AND PRIMER POUCHES

Offered here is a gunner’s accoutrement set consisting of a leather fuse pouch and a friction primer pouch on a rarely seen gunner’s waist belt. The leather waist belt is a rare piece. This… (1268-587) Learn More »

BOOK, “RECRUITS TO CONTINENTALS” BY PHILIP J. SCHLEGEL

BOOK, “RECRUITS TO CONTINENTALS” BY PHILIP J. SCHLEGEL

Offered here a pamphlet detailing “A History of the York County Rifle Company, June 1775 – January 1777.” Saddle stitched, soft cover, 7” x 11”, 48 pages. Four chapters, three… (236-1061) Learn More »

MARYLAND FAMILY PHOTO ALBUM: LEANDER DOLL, 1st POTOMAC HOME BRIGADE

MARYLAND FAMILY PHOTO ALBUM: LEANDER DOLL, 1st POTOMAC HOME BRIGADE

This Civil War family photo album still contains seven carte-de-visite format albumen photos of children, some with period identifications on the pages noting them as members of the Doll family, along… (2025-259) Learn More »

ZOUAVE FIRST SERGEANT CHEVRONS

ZOUAVE FIRST SERGEANT CHEVRONS

These chevrons measure about 8 inches wide and 4 inches tall and use a red ground with three narrow, sewn, medium blue stripes and a diamond/lozenge, indicating a First Sergeant, the senior… (490-7153) Learn More »

TWO VOLUME SET OF B.J. LOSSING’S “PICTORIAL FIELD-BOOK OF THE REVOLUTION”

TWO VOLUME SET OF B.J. LOSSING’S “PICTORIAL FIELD-BOOK OF THE REVOLUTION”

THE PICTORIAL FIELD-BOOK OF THE REVOLUTION; or, Illustrations, by Pen and Pencil, of the History, Biography, Scenery, Relics, and Traditions of the War for Independence Two volumes, 1860 issue. Maroon… (236-1060) Learn More »

EARLY GETTYSBURG PHOTO – GROUP IN DEVIL’S DEN, 1910

EARLY GETTYSBURG PHOTO – GROUP IN DEVIL’S DEN, 1910

This handsome photograph shows a group of well-dressed individuals among the towering rocks of Devil’s Den.  A notation from the original negative is present and reads “#1151 AT DEVIL’S DEN… (2024-6834) Learn More »

ADAM’S EXPRESS COMPANY COPY 1862 LOW’S RAILROAD DIRECTORY

ADAM’S EXPRESS COMPANY COPY 1862 LOW’S RAILROAD DIRECTORY

Gilt stamped on the spine, “LOW’S RAILWAY DIRECTORY 1862” this handy little 1862 directory also bears on its front cover the gilt blind-stamped marking, “ADAM’S EXPRESS COMPANY / EASTERN… (1202-106) Learn More »

U.S. M1858 NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER, SLING, AND STOPPER

U.S. M1858 NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH ORIGINAL COVER, SLING, AND STOPPER

This is a very good example of the US Model 1858 canteen as supplied by makers to the NY Depot, a branch of the U.S. Quartermaster’s Office of Clothing and Equipage. A distinguishing feature of… (1268-220) Learn More »

$450.00
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AMES MANUFACTURED MODEL 1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’d TO 166TH & 176TH NEW YORK OFFICER

AMES MANUFACTURED MODEL 1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’d TO 166TH & 176TH NEW YORK OFFICER

This sword has a bright blade that exhibits light scattered mottling and very minor surface pitting in areas. The blade meas. approx. 32.00 inches long and is 1.08 inches wide at the ricasso. The… (2025-388) Learn More »

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL MODEL 1851 WAIST BELT & BUCKLE WITH ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD FROG

ALLEGHENY ARSENAL MODEL 1851 WAIST BELT & BUCKLE WITH ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD FROG

This is a very nice Civil War artilleryman’s waist belt and buckle with a frog for the 1832 short artillery sword that shows actual use. The cast brass eagle buckle has a three-piece applied German… (1286-611) Learn More »

PATTERN 1864 FEDERAL DOUBLE BAG KNAPSACK – DATE AND INSPECTOR STAMPS

PATTERN 1864 FEDERAL DOUBLE BAG KNAPSACK – DATE AND INSPECTOR STAMPS

The double bag knapsack was among the most important items of a soldier’s kit.  It served as a veritable home away from home that was intended to carry bedding and any necessary personal… (2025-209) Learn More »

$175.00
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SCARCE VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL THOMAS ROSSER FROM THE ALBUM OF R. CHANNING PRICE PRESENTED TO HIM BY JEB STUART

SCARCE VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL THOMAS ROSSER FROM THE ALBUM OF R. CHANNING PRICE PRESENTED TO HIM BY JEB STUART

CDV is a full standing view of Thomas L. Rosser wearing a dark civilian frock coat with a white vest and dark cravat with matching white trousers. He holds his dark hat in his hand, just behind his… (846-497) Learn More »

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL “EXTRA BILLY” SMITH

CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL “EXTRA BILLY” SMITH

Image is a bust view of Smith in a light-colored double-breasted frock coat with general’s insignia clearly visible on the collar. Clarity and contrast are good. Paper has light surface dirt with a… (846-506) Learn More »

FULL STANDING CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOHN PEGRAM

FULL STANDING CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOHN PEGRAM

Image shows the General posed leaning against a tall half column. He wears a light-colored double-breasted frock coat with dark trousers and holds a dark low crowned cap in his hand. Contrast and… (846-507) Learn More »

CONFEDERATE MAJOR GENERAL FRANK CHEATHAM’S PRESENTATION SPURS

CONFEDERATE MAJOR GENERAL FRANK CHEATHAM’S PRESENTATION SPURS

This is one of the truly historical treasures still in private hands. These solid silver spurs were especially made for, and inscribed to, Major General Frank Cheatham after his promotion for his… (1268-054) Learn More »

$35,000.00
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ID’D GILHAM’S MANUAL FOR VOLUNTEERS & MIITIA – BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS BUTLER, 9th BRIGADE, ALABAMA MILITIA

ID’D GILHAM’S MANUAL FOR VOLUNTEERS & MIITIA – BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS BUTLER, 9th BRIGADE, ALABAMA MILITIA

After John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry, Governor Wise, of Virginia, ordered Major William Gilham to write a manual to train volunteers and militia. Finished in the fall of 1860, it was entitled… (1268-049) Learn More »

PAIR OF LARGE STEREOVIEW CARDS – GETTYSBURG NATIONAL CEMETERY

PAIR OF LARGE STEREOVIEW CARDS – GETTYSBURG NATIONAL CEMETERY

This uncommon pair of colorized stereoscopic images feature views of different sections of the Gettysburg National Cemetery. One card shows a portion of the unknown section of the cemetery with… (2023-437) Learn More »

STEREOVIEW CARD – HOOKER’S ASSAULT AT LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

STEREOVIEW CARD – HOOKER’S ASSAULT AT LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

This period stereoview features one of the most photographed locations of the Civil War - Lookout Mountain, Tennessee.  Site of the “Battle Above the Clouds”, it became an iconic spot where… (2024-5702) Learn More »

MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER NOTE

MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER NOTE

Dated “Headquarters of the Gulf / New Orleans, Aug. 18, 1862.” One page in ink, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG plus. Text: “The Louisiana State Bank will pay the coupons of the Union… (490-6605) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS

This is an officer’s sword belt rig in good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched. Nice double-line stitching along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures… (1268-274) Learn More »

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 17th PA CAVALARY MONUMENT, MCPHERSON’S RIDGE/FORNEY FARM

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 17th PA CAVALARY MONUMENT, MCPHERSON’S RIDGE/FORNEY FARM

William Henry Tipton (1850–1929) was born in Gettysburg, and began apprenticing to photographer brothers Isaac and Charles Tyson at the age of twelve. Although the Tysons closed shop during the… (2024-6957) Learn More »

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 5th NEW YORK CAVALRY MONUMENT, BUSHMAN’S HILL

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 5th NEW YORK CAVALRY MONUMENT, BUSHMAN’S HILL

William Henry Tipton (1850–1929) was born in Gettysburg, and began apprenticing to photographer brothers Isaac and Charles Tyson at the age of twelve. Although the Tysons closed shop during the… (2024-6869) Learn More »

$95.00
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RON TUNISON STATUE “LEE AND JACKSON”

RON TUNISON STATUE “LEE AND JACKSON”

A large limited edition Cold-cast bronze statue of Generals Lee and Jackson by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison (1947-2013), dated 1987. It depicts Lee, sitting on a limber chest, conversing with Jackson… (2025-345) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR ERA TIN SHAVING MUG WITH SOAP CUP

CIVIL WAR ERA TIN SHAVING MUG WITH SOAP CUP

Tin shaving mug in solid condition with no dents or holes. There is light surface rust in and out. Tin cup, handle, and large side compartment for razors and such. Drain hole runs from side… (1268-242) Learn More »

$75.00
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12MM LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER

12MM LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER

Presented here is a M1854, 12mm Lefaucheux pinfire revolver. This style of handgun was designed and produced by the highly-acclaimed inventor of European firearms, Eugene Lefaucheux. Referred to as… (2025-327) Learn More »

$1,295.00
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BACON 2ND MODEL POCKET REVOLVER S/N 108

BACON 2ND MODEL POCKET REVOLVER S/N 108

Offered here is one of Thomas Bacon’s classic designs, the 2nd Model Pocket Revolver. These guns were inspired by the Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver and at least some of the design work was done… (2025-336) Learn More »

GENERAL JOHN SINGLETON MOSBY BUST BY RON TUNISON

GENERAL JOHN SINGLETON MOSBY BUST BY RON TUNISON

A limited edition cold-cast bronze statue of General Mosby by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison. Dated 1995, the sculpture stands over 8” tall, and measures 3” x 2 ½” at the base. The back is… (2025-347) Learn More »

GAR PHOTO – “GETTYSBURG REUNION CLUB,” GAR POST 121, ALBANY, NY

GAR PHOTO – “GETTYSBURG REUNION CLUB,” GAR POST 121, ALBANY, NY

This mounted photograph is quite special among Grand Army of the Republic items.  It features nine Post members –a select group of surviving veterans who participated in the Battle of… (2024-6824) Learn More »


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THE NORFOLK LIGHT ARTILLERY BLUES! IMPRESSIVE HALF PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE BY WHITEHURST IN A WONDERFUL WHITEHURST CASE

This image is not only mounted with a Whitehurst marked mat, but has a full thermoplastic figural case with a purple velvet facing pad embossed with a large eagle flourishing a ribbon reading “J.H. Whitehurst” and holding a shield or plaque with… (1138-1799). Learn More »

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