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FRAMED FULL PLATE TINTYPE OF AN UNIDENTIFIED UNION INFANTRYMAN
Housed in a period wooden frame is this seldom seen full-plate tintype of an unidentified Civil War Federal infantryman. The waist high, front view image shows the uniformed soldier armed and fully… (172-2152) Learn More »
$250.00
Originally $300.00
US MID-LATE WAR ENLISTED BELT, PLATE, CAPBOX – OLIVER, PITTSBURGH
This mid-late war accoutrement pairing includes a cap pouch on an enlisted belt with brass keeper and later-pattern belt plate. The cap box is stamped on the inside flap Baker and McKenney - an 1864… (2026-1096) Learn More »
BRITISH P1853 SOCKET BAYONET
This British-made accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Model 1853 Enfield rifle musket. The Enfield bayonet has the distinction of being the first universal issue bayonet to… (2026-1227) Learn More »
PARKER FIELD & SONS CONFEDERATE ENFIELD RIFLE-MUSKET
The British made Pattern 1853 “Enfield” rifle-musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. It was the first “small bore” rifled long arm to see general issue to… (2026-718) Learn More »
M1842 ASTON HORSE PISTOL - 1852
This martial-marked cap and ball pistol is a very pleasing specimen of the Model 1842 single-shot percussion pistol produced by H. Aston of Middletown, Connecticut. Aston and Ira Johnson, both of… (2026-885) Learn More »
MARTIALLY MARKED STARR DOUBL-ACTION NAVY REVOLVER
The Starr M-1858 “Navy” percussion revolver is a rarely encountered percussion pistol from the Civil War era. Only 3,000 of the .36 “Navy” revolvers were produced. Of those 3,000 only,… (490-7467) Learn More »
2nd PA PROVISIONAL HEAVY ARTILLERY LETTER – JUNE 26, 1864 – COMBAT CONTENT
This letter was written by Frank Ditslear of the 2nd Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery (Provisional) on June 26th, 1864 from camp in the field near Petersburg, Virginia. He had been in the volunteer… (2026-502) Learn More »
$85.00
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1861 21ST NORTH CAROLINA INFANTRY LETTER – PVT. HARRISON ALEXANDER
8”x10” line blue paper; 3 pp. Dated Manassas Junction, VA, Oct. 6th, 1861. All legible ink, by an educated soldier. Written to “Miss Emily Burnside”. Overall very good condition. Letter talks… (2025-3460) Learn More »
1861 CS LETTER FROM FORT MACON, NC
3 page letter in ink, 5” x 7”. Dated Fort Macon, Oct 14th 1861. Handwriting is good, and good content. Partial text as follows: “…the Yankeys is a fraid of us, they is a bout 100 men to keep… (2025-3463) Learn More »
$125.00
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TIN DRUM CANTEEN
This is a Civil War-era tin drum canteen in very good condition. Tin spout and all three strap brackets are present. Measures 6” in diameter x 1 3/4” wide. The body is solid with usual dings,… (172-3518) Learn More »
$550.00
Originally $695.00
SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC BROOCH
This veteran’s brooch is made of brass, with red, white and blue enamel accents to highlight the various corps badge symbols. The 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th and 9th Corps are represented. The center… (179-717) Learn More »
$440.00
Originally $550.00
1884 COPY OF “GREGG’S CAVALRY FIGHT AT GETTYSBURG”
Volume is paper bound and meas. approx. 7.50 x 10.25 inches and runs 29 pages. The pamphlet was written by William Brooke-Rawle and published in 1884. Covers are light blue paper with title printed in… (890-32) Learn More »
$130.00
Originally $175.00
AMERICAN HISTORICAL FLASK
This is a 9-1/4 inch high "Calabash" style flask. It is light green in color. One side shows what looks like a stack of wheat and the other shows an 8-point star. … (179-397) Learn More »
$100.00
Originally $125.00
FANTASTIC BOOK ON AIRBORNE INSIGNIA FROM WORLD WAR TWO TO THE COLD WAR
This massive and profusely illustrated volume is hardcover with a full-color dust jacket. It meas. approx. 9.00 x 11.50 inches and runs approx. 392 pages. Almost every page in this volume has color… (460-1457) Learn More »
$60.00
Originally $75.00
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INDIAN WAR ERA TELESCOPE
Brass body covered in leather measures 9 ¾ inches when closed. When extended the three brass sections measure approx. 19 ¼ inches. Leather covering shows light wear all over. Brass has light patina… (172-3427) Learn More »
$60.00
Originally $75.00
OPENED FULL PACK OF 1870 SPENCER CARBINE BLANKS
Pack has the original brown wrapper and label but string is replacement. Top is cut and held in place by string. Lid can be lifted to view cartridges. Light blue label with black printing reads “10… (172-3989) Learn More »
$60.00
Originally $75.00
VERY NICE PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD
Here is a very fine quality, imported 'Knights Head' style sword made for the American militia market. Official regulations in the 1830s through 1840s called for infantry officer swords to have a… (172-3830) Learn More »
$1,100.00
Originally $1,350.00
CIVIL WAR MEDICAL CORPS INSIGNIA
Two patches, made of green silk, emblazoned with bullion caduceus & oval jaceron trim. Both are of identical interior size, 3. 125 x 2.125”. One is laid on a slightly larger rectangular patch… (408-260) Learn More »
$2,360.00
Originally $2,950.00
CIVIL WAR ERA LADIES’ OR CHILD’S SPURS
Small pair of brass spurs, measuring 2.75” from heel forward, 2.625” in width. Attractive brass spurs. Spiked rowels measure 1.25” in diameter, and are in perfect condition. The pair exhibit and… (172-3538) Learn More »
$230.00
Originally $285.00
GOOD CONDITION RELIC FLEEM
This double-bladed fleam is still housed in its brass casing but the blades are rusted in place. The brass case has a nice green patina. Area of recovery is not known. … (408-196) Learn More »
$55.00
Originally $67.50
CDV OF FEDERAL MEDICAL OFFICER W/ DOUBLE BREASTED FROCK
Bust view of Major W. W. French. He wears a double breasted military frock adorned with Major’s rank and staff officers buttons. Image is clean with good detail the corners on the card are cut. No… (1139-408) Learn More »
$135.00
Originally $200.00
BUST VIEW OF SENATOR CHARLES SUMNER BY BRADY
CDV is a bust view of Senator Charles Sumner in left profile. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Mount is good. Paper is slightly toned. Bottom of mount is marked BRADY… WASHINGTON. Reverse has a… (1139-383) Learn More »
$65.00
Originally $95.00
CDV OF CHILD WITH DRUM
Studio view of child standing next to a chair with a small drum on it. Image is clear with good contrast. Photographer’s name and address printed along bottom edge of the mount. Photographer’s… (1139-339) Learn More »
$150.00
Originally $225.00
NINTH –PLATE TINTYPE OF A CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN
The unidentified subject wears a double-breasted frockcoat with gilt tinted buttons and on his collar are the three gilt bars of a captain. The cheeks have also been slightly tinted with rose. Image… (1139-43) Learn More »
$1,200.00
Originally $1,800.00
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SIXTH-PLATE AMBROTYPE OF MILITARY BANDSMAN WITH OVER-THE-SHOULDER HORN
This bandsman wears a dark frock coat and kepi, and cradles an over-the-shoulder horn against one shoulder. His coat has the usual nine button front, with the buttons lightly gilt by the photographer.… (1139-20) Learn More »
$800.00
Originally $1,200.00
SIXTH-PLATE AMBROTYPE OF A CONFEDERATE CORPORAL
Straight on waist up view of a seated Confederate soldier sporting long sideburns and a mustache. He wears a very light-colored shell jacket that almost looks to be white. It has a high collar with… (1139-76) Learn More »
$1,200.00
Originally $1,800.00
.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE
Paper cartridge for the Enfield rifle. English-made cartridge containing .577 caliber bullet. Bullet end dipped in wax with regulation cut. Typical tape “band” at opposite end. Cartridge remains… (84-120) Learn More »
.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE
Paper cartridge for the Enfield rifle. English-made cartridge containing .577 caliber bullet. Bullet end dipped in wax with regulation cut. Typical tape “band” at opposite end. Cartridge exhibits… (84-119) Learn More »
RARE EARLY .69 CALIBER ROUND BALL CARTRIDGE
Paper cartridge in good solid condition. Single lead round ball and powder charge wrapped in coarse tan cartridge paper. Tied above and below the ball with string. End is folded closed. Long… (84-118) Learn More »
.69 CALIBER RIFLED MUSKET CARTRIDGE
Regulation tan paper cartridge for the U.S. .69 caliber rifled musket. This is the larger "minie ball" cartridge of the American Civil War. Made for altered M1842 muskets that were eventually… (84-117) Learn More »
1880 7-PIECE WEDDING ENSEMBLE
A snapshot of a late Victorian bride as viewed through her 7-piece wedding ensemble, consisting of the wedding dress, veil, corset, petticoat, fan, gloves, and shoes worn by Ida Metts when she married… (1307-48) Learn More »
ELEGANT MIDNIGHT BLUE SILK 1880S 3-PIECE BUSTLE DRESS AND MATCHING COAT
An elegantly tailored 1880s woman’s 3-piece bustle dress plus matching coat from the Texas Civil War Museum. The ensemble is made from lightweight midnight blue silk and wool woven in a subtle… (1307-46) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR VINTAGE PAPER MACHE SNUFF BOX - RUFUS TOMPKINS, 144th NEW YORK INFANTRY
A small round paper mache snuff box with a hand-painted female vignette on the lid (possibly religious themed). Some losses to the black lacquer finish on the edges. The hand painted image is scuffed… (2026-987) Learn More »
$100.00
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FRENCH IMPORTED M1850 OFFICER’S STAFF & FIELD SWORD WITH SCABBARD
This original, Model 1850 Officer’s Staff and Field sword, complete with metal scabbard, was a specimen imported from the renowned sword-making establishment of Klingenthal in France. The sword… (2026-1247) Learn More »
REMINGTON “ZOUAVE” CONTRACT RIFLE OF 1862/63
Considered by some to be one of the most attractive U.S. martial arms, the Remington 1862 Contract Rifle (in Moller’s terminology) has been known for decades as the “Zouave,” a nickname that is… (2026-810) Learn More »
$2,450.00
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EXCELLENT U.S. M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD BY SAUERBIER
A very good looking Civil War US Model 1850 Foot Officer’s sword, the regulation side-arm of lieutenants and captains of infantry, and other line officers serving on foot. This is complete, all… (1273-37) Learn More »
A.P. CASEY INSPECTED CUSTER-ERA COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY - TWO NUMBERS OFF FROM A 7th CAVALRY REVOLVER RECORDED IN 1891
A very good example of the classic .45 caliber M1873 Colt Single Action Army Revolver in original 7-1/2” barrel length, serial #16852, manufactured in 1875, and probably early 1875 since Sutherland… (1309-107) Learn More »
$3,250.00
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A REGULATION US MODEL 1895 ENLISTEDMAN'S CAP UNITED STATES COLORED INFANTRY
This Spanish-American War issue cap, also called the Model 1896, was worn by a member of the 24th United States Infantry. The 24th Infantry Regiment was a regiment in the United States Army comprised… (1202-1279) Learn More »
$295.00
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MCDOWELL PATTERN OFFICER’S OR PRIVATE PURCHASE FORAGE CAP
The “McDowell” cap was popularized early in the war by General Irwin McDowell (1818-1835,) who was perhaps a more inspiring in haberdashery than generalship. The style is characterized by a tall… (1316-11) Learn More »
C1830-1850 COVERED BOWL OR BUTTER DISH
Covered bowl or butter dish, lead glass, possibly French 1830-1850. The lower bowl is cut with 13 flutes, the original cover is cut with 10 flutes. The cut hexagonal finial on the cover has a… (1239-125) Learn More »
BLOWN 4” NON-LEAD TUMBLER
Blown 4" non-lead tumbler with strong blue/aqua tint and open pontil. These free-blown tumblers are difficult to date and place. Probably made in the 19th century, it could be from either America or… (1239-131) Learn More »
HEAVY LEAD GLASS SALT CELLAR
Heavy lead glass salt cellar, referred to as a bonnet glass in the UK. Ten molded diamonds over flutes, 3" tall, with an open pontil. American or Anglo/Irish 1760-1790. There is some debate as… (1239-135) Learn More »
AMERICAN OR ENGLISH LEAD GLASS JELLY OR SYLLABUB GLASS
American or English lead glass jelly or syllabub glass, 4 3/8" tall, 1790-1810, with a compressed medial knop stem and open pontil on the foot. This now extinct form was used to serve syllabub, a… (1239-134) Learn More »
1907 UCV RICHMOND MEDAL SHOWING JEFFERSON DAVIS MEMORIAL
A two-piece medal by Whitehead and Hoag, with bronze tones. Top pinback bar with flowing foliate, somewhat art-nouveau border reading, “VETERAN / U.C.V. / RICHMOND, 1907” in raised letters. The… (1202-1376) Learn More »
1932 RICHMOND VA UCV REUNION BADGE- THE LAST “GRAND REUNION”
Generally regarded as the last “grand reunion” of Confederate veterans, this 42nd annual meeting was held in Richmond, Va, and attended by an estimated 1,500 Confederate veterans. It is the… (1202-1372) Learn More »
UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERANS 1910 REUNION BUTTON
A celluloid pinback button made and marked on the reverse by Shapiro and Karr of Philadelphia for the 1910 UCV reunion at Mobile. The center features a bust portrait of CS general Joseph Johnston,… (1202-1371) Learn More »
1911 UCV LITTLE ROCK CONFEDERATE REUNION WATCH FOB
1911 marked the organization’s 21st annual reunion and, of course, coincided with the fiftieth anniversary of the beginning of the war. Some 12,000 veterans reportedly attended and attendance at the… (1202-1370) Learn More »
HEART-SHAPED WINNIE DAVIS TWO-PIECE 1912 UCV REUNION BADGE
Gilt brass heart-shaped drop suspended from a pin-back top bar reading “SOUVENIR” in a central rectangular panel with smaller sunburst palmette showing at top and bottom center. The badge reads in… (1202-1369) Learn More »
A VERY RARE MAINSPRING VICE FROM ANTIETAM
The vise was used to compress musket or rifle mainsprings in general and, in this case, the Saxon Model 1851 rifle in particular. Just under 29,000 Saxon or Dresden rifles were imported by the US… (1284-39) Learn More »
$295.00
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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 »
$150.00
Originally $225.00
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CDV OF POSSIBLE CONFEDERATE SOLDIER, MOBILE BACKMARK
Carte de visite of a possible Confederate soldier. Seated studio view. The gentleman wears an overcoat, vest, and trousers. Image is clear with fair contrast. Photographer's backmark, C. Barnes,… (1138-577) Learn More »
$135.00
Originally $200.00
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LITHOGRAPHED VIEW OF GENERAL FELIX ZOLLICOFFER KILLED AT MILL SPRINGS
Three-quarter standing view of General Zollicoffer in a dark double-breasted frockcoat and matching trousers holding his kepi in his hand. He is posed in front of a pastoral backdrop. Contrast and… (1138-570) Learn More »
$185.00
Originally $275.00
CDV OF C.S. GENERAL HENRY A. WISE
Lithograph cdv of Wise in uniform. Image is clear with good contrast. Mount has an impressed marker’s stamp on lower edge: “Bendann Bros, Balto.” Henry Alexander Wise (December 3, 1806 –… (1138-562) Learn More »
$185.00
Originally $275.00
SEATED VIEW OF ARDENT SUCCESSIONIST LOUIS T. WIGFALL – LATER A CONFEDERATE GENERAL
Three-quarter seated view of Wigfall in a dark civilian suit holding his top hat on his left knee with one hand and holding a walking stick in the other. He is seated beside a draped column. Contrast… (1138-555A) Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $300.00
BUST VIEW OF SOUTHERN “FIRE EATER” LOUIS T. WIGFALL – LATER A CONFEDERATE GENERAL
Vignette bust image CDV showing Wigfall in a dark civilian suit. Clarity and contrast are good as are the mount and paper. Reverse has a photographer’s imprint for QUINBY & CO… CHARLESTON,… (1138-555) Learn More »
$335.00
Originally $500.00
BUST VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOE WHEELER BY BALTIMORE PHOTOGRAPHER
Vignette bust view of “Fighting Joe” Wheeler in the uniform of a Confederate general. The general is seen from the neck up with his rank insignia just visible on his collar. Clarity and contrast… (1138-550) Learn More »
$315.00
Originally $475.00
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 »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
BUST VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL EDWARD L. THOMAS
Nice bust view of General Thomas in a Confederate general’s uniform with clearly visible insignia on the collar. Clarity and contrast are excellent. Paper and mount are good but the paper does have… (1138-528) Learn More »
$250.00
Originally $375.00
BUST VIEW CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL THOMAS TAYLOR
Straight on bust view of Taylor in the double-breasted frock coat of a Confederate general. The image is clear and the contrast is good. Mount is cardboard brown and is original. Paper is… (1138-525) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
POST-WAR VIEW OF ONE OF THE LAST CONFEDERATE GENERALS TO SURRENDER – RICHARD “DICK” TAYLOR; WITH NEW JERSEY BACKMARK
CDV is a waist-up view of Taylor in a dark civilian suit jacket, light vest, white shirt and striped tie. He is posed in a partial left profile. Clarity and contrast are excellent. Paper and mount are… (1138-522) Learn More »
$215.00
Originally $325.00
POST-WAR VIEW OF ONE OF THE LAST CONFEDERATE GENERALS TO SURRENDER – RICHARD “DICK” TAYLOR
CDV is a waist-up view of Taylor in a dark civilian suit jacket, light vest, white shirt and striped tie. Clarity is good and the contrast is passable but borders on the light side. Paper and mount… (1138-520) Learn More »
$335.00
Originally $500.00
M1816 REMINGTON MAYNARD CONVERSION MUSKET BAYONET
This 1816 pattern bayonet was supplied by Remington with their Maynard conversions of Model 1816 flintlock muskets starting in 1854 and sometimes supplied by Hewes and Phillips on M1816s altered by… (2026-1214) Learn More »
RARE CIVIL WAR PAMPHLET – SOLDIERS’ GUIDE IN PHILADELPHIA
This small pamphlet was printed on a 5.5” x 8” sheet of paper and folded into quarters – with each quarter offering information like hospital locations, sites of interest, military office… (2026-986) Learn More »
$45.00
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CIVIL WAR CAVALRY OFFICER’S WHITE VEST
A very strong example of a Civil War officer’s white vest, seen in photos alongside blue vests as well, part of any well-dressed officer’s uniform, if not always shown off for the camera. This is… (1316-09) Learn More »
ENGLISH SCREW BARREL FLINTLOCK PISTOL OF THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA
This type was designed to be easily hidden on one's person but deadly; they were later in the Victorian Era called "Muff Pistols" or "Ladies Pistols". Measuring only 8 inches overall this brass… (2026-653) Learn More »
$1,650.00
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IDENTIFIED BURGER & BOYLE "D GUARD" CONFEDERATE SHORT SWORD OR LARGE ARTILLERY KNIFE
Offered for sale is an attic condition large cut and thrust side arm frivolously called a "Bowie Knife" and erroneously considered to be a product of Louis Froelich of Kenansville, North Carolina.… (282-460) Learn More »
MODEL 1836 “A. WATERS” SINGLE-SHOT FLINTLOCK PISTOL DATED 1837
This pleasing martial sidearm is a government contract Model 1836 single-shot flintlock pistol in very good overall condition. The firm of Asa Waters of Millbury, Massachusetts and Robert Johnson of… (2026-882) Learn More »
$1,495.00
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CONFEDERATE UNIT-STENCILED NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN, EX-R.L. MILLER COLLECTION
This Confederate-stenciled Union canteen comes from Robert L. Miller’s collection, which will be familiar to collectors from its many credits in illustrations of Civil War gear in respected works… (1202-1328) Learn More »
M1816 REMINGTON MAYNARD CONVERSION MUSKET BAYONET
This 1816 pattern bayonet was supplied by Remington with their Maynard conversions of Model 1816 flintlock muskets starting in 1854 and sometimes supplied by Hewes and Phillips on M1816s altered by… (2026-1206) Learn More »
$265.00
SOLD
CDV OF C.S. GENERAL GABRIEL J. RAINS
Three-quarter lithograph view of Rains in early Federal uniform. Image is clear with good contrast and some light foxing. Photographer’s backmark, E. & H.T. Anthony, New York. Gabriel James… (1138-464) Learn More »
$165.00
Originally $250.00
CDV ENGRAVING OF C.S. GENERAL STERLING PRICE
Bust view of an engraving of Price in Confederate uniform. He wears a double-breasted frock with general’s collar insignia. Image is clear with good contrast. Printed identification on lower edge of… (1138-455) Learn More »
$85.00
Originally $125.00
CDV OF C.S. GENERAL ROGER A. PRYOR
Bust view of Pryor in civilian clothes. Image is clear with very good contrast. Period ink identification along bottom edge of mount. Photographer’s backmark, J. Gurney & Son, New York. Roger… (1138-462) Learn More »
$265.00
Originally $400.00
CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL WILLIAM PRESTON
Waist-up portrait of Preston in Confederate uniform. He wears a double-breasted frock with general’s collar insignia. Image clear with very good contrast. Period ink identification “Gen Preston”… (1138-451) Learn More »
$365.00
Originally $550.00
POST-WAR CDV OF GENERAL LEONIDAS POLK BY BRADY
Image is of Polk dressed in the vestments of an Episcopal bishop. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount has been trimmed to the paper’s edge. Paper is good. Reverse has a photographer’s… (1138-449) Learn More »
$165.00
Originally $250.00
EXCELLENT BUST VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL GIDEON J. PILLOW IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES
Vignette bust view of Pillow in a dark civilian suit. The General looks younger than usual and this may very well be a pre-war or very early war image. Clarity and contrast are excellent. Mount and… (1138-444) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
POST-WAR BUST VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL ALBERT PIKE
Image is a vignette bust view of Pike in a dark civilian suit with his usual long flowing locks. Clarity and contrast are excellent and the paper and mount are the same. Bottom of the mount has a… (1138-443) Learn More »
$265.00
Originally $400.00
POST-WAR VIEW OF GENERAL ALBERT PIKE
Image shows Pike in a dark civilian suit sporting his usual long locks of hair. Clarity and contrast are excellent and the paper and mount are the same. Reverse has a photographer’s imprint of R. A.… (1138-442) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
BUST VIEW OF GENERAL JOHN C. PEMBERTON BY A RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHER
Nice looking vignette bust view CDV of Pemberton in civilian clothes. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Mount and paper are clean. Reverse has a photographer’s imprint for G. W. MINNIS…… (1138-429) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
WAR-TIME BUST VIEW LITHOGRAPH OF GENERAL JOHN C. PEMBERTON
Bust view CDV of Pemberton in Confederate uniform. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Mount and paper have minor surface dirt. Reverse is blank. Bottom has an ID and collector information in… (1138-428) Learn More »
$115.00
Originally $175.00
CDV OF WILLIAM NELSON PENDLETON IN MASONIC OUTFIT
Three-quarter standing view of Pendleton. He wears a dark civilian frock with ornate Masonic gauntlets and sash, and apron. Image is light. Very elaborate photographer’s backmark, “Lee… (1138-432) Learn More »
$165.00
Originally $250.00
A SCARCE UNION RIFLEMAN'S HIGH CROWNED KEPI
This rare piece of headgear just came out of a hidden hoard of militaria in Boston. All the items were collected for decades exclusively within the State of Massachusetts. Our "in house" restorer… (1273-80) Learn More »
$2,500.00
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¼ PLATE AMBROTYPE OF TWO US SOLDIERS WITH REVOLVERS IN BELTS
This image features a pair of soldiers – one a Sergeant and one enlisted – in true, federal-issue style. Both men sport dark blue trousers of the pre-sky-blue variety, enlisted dress frocks,… (2026-1485) Learn More »
RARE COPY – N.Y. STATE MILITIA REGULATIONS – 1863
This quite uncommon book details the regulations for the New York State Militia forces as per the Adjutant General of the State of New York, John Sprague. The regulations were submitted and ratified… (2026-1377) Learn More »
$95.00
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VOLUME I – SCOTT’S INFANTRY TACTICS, 1858
First published in 1835, this 1858-dated volume is the first of an incomplete 3-volume set. Considered a master work of General Winfield Scott, it guided aspects of military tactical doctrine from… (2026-1374) Learn More »
$45.00
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CIVIL WAR HORSE BIT WITH BRIDLE & REINS
Here is a complete Civil War set; M1863 artillery bit with “US” bosses, bridle with “USA” rosettes, and reins. The bridle and reins are constructed of heavy leather. Iron bit is the 1863… (462-316) Learn More »
$495.00
Originally $650.00
SCARCE UNALTERED SECOND MODEL VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY CAVALRY SABER
According to Giles Cromwell, the authority on the Virginia Manufactory, of approximately 3,400 First and Second Model Cavalry Sabers manufactured at that facility from 1804 through 1808, 2,600 had… (1103-04) Learn More »
AUSTRIAN MODEL 1849 RIFLE – THE “GARIBALDI RIFLE”
The Muster 1849 Kammerbuchse (or, Chamber Rifle) was originally built using the Austrian "Pill Lock", an odd percussion lock that might best be described as a cross between a flint lock and a… (2026-847) Learn More »
$975.00
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IRWIN PATENT OFFICER’S CAMP MESS CHEST AND STAND – DEC. 17, 1861, ST. LOUIS
Irwin's Patent Camp Mess Chest was a popular, specialized, and portable container used by officers during the American Civil War for storing and transporting cooking and dining utensils. Advertised in… (1268-1271) Learn More »
$450.00
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RARE EXCAVATED OHIO INFANTRY OVM BELT PLATE IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
The Ohio Volunteer Militia was formally organized in 1857 and these small or medium size OVM belt plates follow the lines and general dimensions of the early US oval patterns used by regular army… (2025-3039) Learn More »
CDV OF C.S. GENERAL JOHN PEGRAM
Waist-up, standing view of Pegram. He wears a double-breasted uniform with rank insignia on the collar. Image is clear with good contrast. Pre-printed along lower edge of mount: “GEN. PEGRAM”.… (1138-425) Learn More »
$135.00
Originally $200.00
CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL WILLIAM R. PECK
Image shows Peck in a mostly right profile pose wearing the uniform of a Confederate general. Clarity is good. Contrast in the facial area is a bit light. Paper and mount are mostly clean. Paper has… (1138-422) Learn More »
$365.00
Originally $550.00
BUST VIEW OF GENERAL JOHN HUNT MORGAN
CDV is of Morgan in a light-colored double-breasted frockcoat with general’s rank on the collar. Clarity is good but the contrast is a bit light. Paper has light surface dirt and a light period ink… (1138-405) Learn More »
$600.00
Originally $900.00
WARTIME VIEW OF GENERAL DABNEY H. MAURY
Vignette bust-view of Maury in a double-breasted frockcoat with general’s collar insignia. Contrast and clarity are excellent. Paper and mount have light scattered surface dirt. Reverse is blank but… (1138-376) Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $300.00
LITHOGRAPH VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL HUMPHREY MARSHALL
CDV is a chest-up view of Marshall in an artist’s rendition of a Confederate uniform. Contrast and clarity is excellent. Paper and mount are good. Bottom of the mount has a printed caption of… (1138-375) Learn More »
$85.00
Originally $125.00
FULL SEATED VIEW OF GENERAL JOHN MAGRUDER
Image shows Magruder seated with one elbow resting on a table while holding a scrolled sheet of paper in his hand. He wears a dark civilian suit jacket with light vest and trousers. Contrast and… (1138-362) Learn More »
$335.00
Originally $500.00
CDV OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON BY BRADY – EX WILLIAM A. TURNER COLLECTION
Image is a bust view of Johnston in Confederate uniform. Clarity and contrast are good. Paper has small chip in lower left corner. Paper and mount have light surface dirt. Bottom center of the mount… (1138-246) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
CIVIL WAR REGULATION ISSUE BLANKET
We have been lucky enough to take in several Civil War issue blankets from a Massachusetts collection. Don’t be fooled by the number. Civil War issue blankets have always been scarce. Inexpensively… (1273-62) Learn More »
BRITISH P1853 SOCKET BAYONET
This British-made accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Model 1853 Enfield rifle musket. The Enfield bayonet has the distinction of being the first universal issue bayonet to… (2026-1205) Learn More »
BRITISH #4 SERGEANT’S MUSKET TOOL
This is the sergeant’s combination musket tool for the Pattern 1853 Enfield. The tool is made up of several parts combined in the shape of a “T”. The body of the tool measures nearly 4 ¾”… (844-219) Learn More »
$225.00
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P-1853 ENFIELD #1 SERGEANT’S COMBINATION TOOL
This is the sergeant’s combination tool for the Pattern 1853 Enfield. The tool is made up of several parts. The body of the tool is shaped like a “Y”. The body of the tool measures over 5”… (844-199) Learn More »
$225.00
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BRITISH #4 SERGEANT’S MUSKET TOOL
This is the sergeant’s combination musket tool for the Pattern 1853 Enfield. The tool is made up of several parts combined in the shape of a “T”. The body of the tool measures nearly 4 ¾”… (844-198) Learn More »
$200.00
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CDV OF BRIGADIER GENERAL ELON J. FARNSWORTH, KILLED IN ACTION AT SOUTH CAVALRY FIELD, GETTYSBURG
Here’s your opportunity to own a scarcely found image of Brigadier General Elon Farnsworth, who commanded 1st Brigade, 3rd Division of the Army of the Potomac’s Cavalry Corps at Gettysburg where… (2024-1113) Learn More »
CDV – GENERAL GOUVERNEUR WARREN
This Carte-de-Visite features a seated view of General Warren against a plain backdrop. The image is in excellent condition, mounted to a typical card with gold line bordering along the edges of the… (2025-1064) Learn More »
CDV PHOTOGRAPH – GENERAL WINFIELD HANCOCK
This rare Carte-de-Visite of General Winfield “The Superb” Hancock offers a seated view of the man against a plain backdrop. The image is mounted to a typical card with a double gold border… (2025-1016) Learn More »
RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMS CO. “WARNER” BELT REVOLVER
This is a rare .31 caliber, six-shot, iron frame Warner Patent Belt Model revolver made by Springfield Arms Company. Manufactured in 1851, perhaps as few as 100 of these were made. This revolver has a… (1309-133) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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RARE AMES MODEL 1847 SAPPERS & MINERS ARTILLERY MUSKETOON SWORD BAYONET-DATED 1847
These well-made sword bayonets were produced from 1847 through 1856 for the Springfield Model 1847 Sappers & Miners musketoon, of which only 830 total arms were manufactured. The bayonet is from… (490-7261) Learn More »
W.H. SMITH MARKED US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED BY SYD KERKSIS AT BLACKFORD’S FORD, MD, IN JULY 1960
This maker-marked cartridge box plate was found by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of “Plates and Buckles of the American Military 1795-1874,” and is… (2026-1553) Learn More »
$550.00
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GAYLORD MARKED EAGLE CARTRIDGE BOX BELT PLATE FOUND NOVEMBER 1958 BY SID KERKSIS AT DREWRY’S BLUFF IN HECKMAN’S LINES
This regulation US belt plate for the infantry cartridge box sling was in the collection of Syd Kerksis, well-known and respected early collector and author and comes with his annotated envelope… (2026-1552) Learn More »
$550.00
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RARE 2ND NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEER'S KEPI
Recently found in Boston in a "sleeper" hoard of Civil War items comes this enlisted man's cap. The uniforms of the 2nd New Hampshire were gray, a choice made based on their pre-war militia uniforms.… (1273-85) Learn More »
$2,950.00
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BLACK WOOLEN CAP ATTRIBUTED TO A NORTH CAROLINA CONFEDERATE
We refer you to the book Echoes of Glory Arms and Equipment of the Confederacy by Time-Life Books, 1991, and pages 170-171 under title: In a Personal Style. Here shown are several well documented hats… (1284-37) Learn More »
$895.00
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IRON PISTOL BALL MOLD WITH TOOLS ON HANDLES
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for pistols. Measures approximately 3.25” long overall. Single cavity mold with spout. Sprue cutter is formed between the two handles. Cavity… (844-100) Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER PEPPERBOX REVOLVER
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for any one of the many makes of .31 caliber pepperbox revolvers. It casts one round ball and one elongated "double end" bullet. This specific style of mold has been found… (844-108) Learn More »
IRON PISTOL BALL MOLD & BARREL TOOL
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for pistols. Measures approximately 3” long overall. Single cavity mold with spout. Sprue cutter is formed between the two handles. Cavity measures… (844-99) Learn More »
C1825-1845 BLOWN THREE-MOLD DECANTER
Blown three-mold decanter, McKearin number GI-29, 8 3/4" tall with an open pontil. This decanter, made by the Boston and Sandwich Glass Co. 1825-1845, is molded with pillars and is an inexpensive… (1239-126) Learn More »
C1825-1835 CELERY VASE WITH STRAWBERRY DIAMOND AND FAN PATTERN
Celery vase cut in the strawberry diamond and fan pattern, probably Bakewell, Page and Bakewell, Pittsburgh, PA 1825-1835. There is a cut band of husk below the rim and a band of broad flutes… (1239-123) Learn More »
DASHING AND FASHIONABLE STRAW HAT
A fashionable straw hat with a dashing appearance from the Texas Civil War Museum. The hat is styled with a tall conical brim made from fine light brown straw. The wide brim is made from a wide straw… (1307-55) Learn More »
$85.00
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GIRL’S BONNET WITH VELVET AND CHENILLE
A very appealing girl’s bonnet from the Texas Civil War Museum. The bonnet is styled with a brim of eggplant purple velvet gathered over a wire frame. The crown features multiple rows of… (1307-54) Learn More »
FASHIONABLE STRAW AND VELVET BONNET FROM PARIS
The latest style from Paris! A fashionable straw and velvet bonnet with a dashing appearance from the Texas Civil War Museum. The bonnet is made from brown fancy-weave straw. Olive green velvet trims… (1307-56) Learn More »
1880S FLORAL BRIDAL HEAD PIECE AND VEIL
1880s Floral bridal head piece and veil. Head piece made of wired ivory paper flowers, green paper leaves, and ivory wax buds mounted on a wire base covered in veiling. Two long wired streamers of… (1307-13) Learn More »
1863 DATED P1853 ENFIELD RIFLE MUSKET BY THOMAS TURNER
This Pattern 1853 Enfield rates very good or near fine for condition, complete, with all original parts and all bands, springs, swivels and ramrod in place, and showing smooth metal overall with lots… (1103-03) Learn More »
$2,750.00
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ALLEN AND WHEELOCK CENTER-HAMMER .44 CALIBER ARMY REVOLVER, WITH POSSIBLE CONFEDERATE USE
These are scarce revolvers and few are known to have been purchased by the U.S. government, but they were available for commercial purchase and are secondary martial pistols worthy of a place in any… (490-7356) Learn More »
$2,295.00
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IMPORTED M1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD BY HORSTMANN
This Model 1860 Staff sword is a post-war piece in fine condition overall. Though not maker-marked, this Prussian-made sword blade, by Gebruder Weyersberg, was one of thousands imported by Horstmann… (172-3225) Learn More »
$1,200.00
Originally $1,495.00
CAPTURED CONFEDERATE IMPRINT - REBEL / NAVY REGISTER 1863 & DOCUMENTS
"TAKEN FROM COMMITTEE ROOMS OF THE REBEL HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES / APRIL 2, 1865." Reports of the Army of Northern Virginia, From June 1862, To and Including the Battle at Fredericksburg, Dec. 13,… (337-129) Learn More »
$637.50
Originally $850.00
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THE AFRICAN REPOSITORY (AMERICAN COLONIZATION SOCIETY) – JANUARY, 1854
The African Repository was the official journal of the American Colonization Society. Henry Clay served as the Society’s president from 1836 to 1849, and its directors included former US Presidents… (337-281) Learn More »
$375.00
Originally $500.00
THE OLD FRANKLIN ALMANAC NO. 3, FOR 1864
Published by Haslett & Winch, No. 320 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. 52 pp. 19 pages are devoted entirely to “A CHRONICLE OF THE GREAT REBELLION AGAINST THE UNITED STATES. Continued from the… (337-241) Learn More »
$112.50
Originally $150.00
CDV OF C.S. GENERAL BENJAMIN MCCULLOCH
Bust view of McCulloch in civilian clothes. Photograph is clear with good contrast. Period ink identification on lower edge of mount. Photographer’s backmark, E. & H.T. Anthony, New… (1138-356) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
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SEATED VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL MANSFIELD LOVELL
Very nice view of Lovell seated in the uniform of a Confederate general. He wears a double-breasted frockcoat with very clear collar insignia and galloons on the sleeves. He wears dark trousers and… (1138-351) Learn More »
$300.00
Originally $450.00
WARTIME BUST VIEW OF GENERAL ROBERT E. LEE
Very nice clean CDV of Lee in Confederate uniform. His jacket has a turned down collar with his insignia of rank. Contrast and clarity are outstanding. Paper and mount are excellent. The only drawback… (1138-308) Learn More »
$565.00
Originally $850.00
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CDV OF THE LEE COAT OF ARMS
Image is of the Coat of Arms of the Lee family. It consists a shield divided into four parts. The lower left and upper right depict the same flower within a scrolled frame while the upper left and… (1138-310) Learn More »
$235.00
Originally $350.00
EARLY WAR VIEW OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON – EX WILLIAM A. TURNER COLLECTION
Image is a waist-up view of Johnston in the painted in uniform of the United States army. Clarity and contrast are good. Paper and mount are also nice. Reverse photographer’s mark for E.… (1138-245) Learn More »
$65.00
Originally $100.00
CIVIL WAR PERIOD LITHOGRAPH OF GENERAL JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON
CDV lithograph of Johnston in Confederate uniform. Contrast and clarity are very good. Mount and paper are also good. Reverse is blank except for some collector information in pencil. Item is from… (1138-244) Learn More »
$65.00
Originally $100.00
PMG GRADED 1864 CSA T-69 $5 NOTE FEATURING STATE CAPITOL, RICHMOND
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $5 CSA T-69 bill featuring the State Capitol building in Richmond in the center of the bill, and Confederate Secretary of the Treasury, C.G. Memminger… (1202-1393) Learn More »
PMG GRADED 1864 CSA T-67 $20 NOTE FEATURING TENNESSEE STATE CAPITOL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $20 CSA T-67 bill featuring the Tennessee State Capitol building in the center of the bill, and in the lower right corner is a picture of Alexander H.… (1202-1388) Learn More »
PMG GRADED 1861 CSA T-28 $10 NOTE FEATURING TENNESSEE STATE CAPITOL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $10 CSA T-28 bill featuring vignettes of Ceres and Commerce in upper left corner and a small train on right edge. Issued in Richmond, Virginia.… (1202-1387) Learn More »
US MODEL 1840 MUSICIANS SWORD W/ SCABBARD - MANUFACTURED BY THE AMES COMPANY IN 1863
This sword was a product of the Ames Manufacturing Company, a manufacturer of swords, tools and cutlery in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Ames was also involved in iron and bronze foundry. Ames was a major… (2025-2702) Learn More »
NICE CONDITION REMINGTON “ZOUAVE” SABER BAYONET & SCABBARD
This very fine bayonet is an original American Civil War “Zouave” style saber bayonet. The total length of this bayonet is near 25” while the graceful-looking blade itself is 20” long. Issued… (2026-1234) Learn More »
$395.00
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PATTERN 1864 US CARTRIDGE BOX WITH REPRODUCTION PLATE
This is a regulation Civil War U.S. Infantry cartridge box complete with both interior magazine tins and is typical of those carried in the later climatic battles of the war. Provided on the reverse… (2026-1097) Learn More »
ENGLISH FLINT LOCK PISTOL BY JOHN PARKER OF BIRMINGHAM
Parker made this elegant pistol around the time of the American Revolution either as a single or one of a pair. The iron 9 inch octagonal to round barrel is struck with 2 Birmingham commercial proofs.… (2026-658) Learn More »
$1,950.00
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NEW YORK STATE CONTRACT REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE
Original Remington military long arm produced circa 1867-1888 with the unique ‘rolling block’ configuration and action. The ‘rolling block’ rifle, aka has the Model 1871 Springfield, employed… (2026-821) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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FINE QUALITY UNION STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S McDOWELL FORAGE CAP
Certainly, a ranking officer's fatigue or field service hat of the Model 1858/McDowell Pattern; popularized by General McDowell, this pattern of forage cap was characterized by its tall body and its… (1273-79) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION SILVER GOBLET - 11th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY FEBRUARY 1864
An elegant silver goblet presented by Captain R.B. Ward to Lieutenant Colonel Stetzel of the 11th PA Cavalry in February 1864 as, “A token of esteem.” Stetzel was a fighting officer in more than… (2026-475) Learn More »
US PATTERN 1857 CARTRIDGE BOX WITH PLATE
This .58 Pattern 1857 Cartridge Box features stitched attachment points – later to be reinforced by rivet with the advent of the Pattern 1861. This example is missing its sling loops, with the… (2026-947) Learn More »
$265.00
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P-1853 ENFIELD #1 PRIVATE’S COMBINATION TOOL
This is the private’s musket tool for the Pattern 1853 Enfield. The tool is made up of several parts. The body of the tool is shaped like a “Y” and has a hollow oil reservoir in the top. A… (844-197) Learn More »
$225.00
SOLD
RARE .72 CALIBER AND LARGER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for muskets. Single cavity mold with spout on top and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.70”. This diameter bullet would be… (844-95) Learn More »
MODEL 1851 LONDON COLT NAVY REVOLVER
This is a nice Model 1851, London Colt revolver. It is .36 caliber with a six-shot cylinder, a 7.5” octagonal barrel. Serial number is 41575 making this an 1856 production. Serial number appears on… (490-7355) Learn More »
PAIR OF RARE, FULL LENGTH, WATERPROOF, INDIA-RUBBER RIDING LEGGINGS
This remarkable article of clothing from the mid 19th century is a set of India-rubber ‘leggins or leggings”. Each of the two, individual waterproof ‘leggings’ is constructed with medium-gauge… (381-25) Learn More »
ENTWINED USA BRIDLE ROSETTES
Civil War bridle or headstall rosettes. They are stamped brass, circular, domed with two steps and given a raised, entwined “USA” on the top, measuring 1-3/4” in diameter. The reverse is fitted… (2026-1489) Learn More »
A RARELY ENCOUNTERED ARTILLERY ENLISTEDMAN'S McDOWELL CAP
This is right out of an attic in Boston Massachusetts! Few 100% untouched Model 1858 high crowned forage caps designated by the original as made eagle "A" buttons have come to light particularly those… (1273-81) Learn More »
$3,750.00
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FEDERAL RELIC CARTRIDGE BOX AND WAIST BELT WITH POSSIBLE CONFEDERATE USE, FROM THE SHIELDS MUSEUM OF GETTYSBURG
Here we have two early relic pickups from the Gettysburg battlefield that once adorned the museum walls of Gettysburg resident Arthur Ott Shields. Mr. Shields started his museum in 1918 and filled the… (1128-04) Learn More »
MEXICAN WAR AMES M1844 DATED US NAVY M1841 BOXLOCK PISTOL
Produced from 1842 through1847, these single-shot .54 caliber percussion pistols were the standard US Navy pistol in 1840s-1850s and widely issued. The 1852 Ordnance Instructions for the US Navy… (490-7354) Learn More »
$1,100.00
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WORLD WAR 2 PROPELLER BLADE FROM B-24 "LIBERATOR" BOMBER CRASH SITE IN ENGLAND
Offered here is a single propeller blade from a World War Two B-24 bomber from the 392nd Bomb Group that crashed on March 25, 1945. The crash occurred when two B-24s collided in the clouds while forming up for a mission to bomb a target in Hitzocker,… (1202-1164). Learn More »
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