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CDV OF “THE COLORED VOLUNTEER” THOMAS NAST CARTOON

CDV OF “THE COLORED VOLUNTEER” THOMAS NAST CARTOON

Image of the Thomas Nast cartoon, “The Colored Volunteer”. A clear shot with Nast’s name partially cropped out of image. No printed caption on this specimen, title from example at loc.gov. Plain… (1138-1713). Learn More »

$125.00
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FULL STANDING VIEW OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE 2ND LIEUTENANT

FULL STANDING VIEW OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE 2ND LIEUTENANT

CDV is a full standing view of an unidentified Confederate officer posed with one hand resting on a high-backed chair. He wears a light-colored double breasted frock coat with matching trousers. A… (1138-1298B). Learn More »

NICE WAIST-UP VIEW OF AN UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE OFFICER

NICE WAIST-UP VIEW OF AN UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE OFFICER

CDV is of a bearded Confederate officer in a light-colored double-breasted frock coat. There is no rank visible on the collar. Contrast and clarity are good. Mount is good while the paper has a faint… (1138-1298). Learn More »

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF MOTHER & SON

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF MOTHER & SON

Image shows a waist-up view of a young man and his mother. He is wearing a dark colored frock coat and vest with white shirt and cravat. She is wearing a dark colored dress with a white collar and… (998-388). Learn More »

$50.00
Originally $85.00

CABINET CARD OF AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY BY AN IDAHO PHOTOGRAPHER

CABINET CARD OF AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY BY AN IDAHO PHOTOGRAPHER

Image is of a mother seated in a chair holding a young baby in her lap. Seated next to her is another child that is approximately 10 or so years old. The mother wears a dark shirt with a skirt showing… (1152-97). Learn More »

FRAMED OUTDOOR ALBUMEN OF THE 50TH NEW YORK ENGINEERS

FRAMED OUTDOOR ALBUMEN OF THE 50TH NEW YORK ENGINEERS

Image looks to be an unmounted albumen that meas. approx. 8.50 x 6.00 inches set in a recessed white mount in a brown wood frame with gold inset border. Frame looks to be old but the mat and backing… (224-477). Learn More »

LATE OR POST-WAR IMAGE OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE COLONEL

LATE OR POST-WAR IMAGE OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE COLONEL

Bust view of a clean shaven middle aged subject wearing a light-colored coat with dark collar. On each side of the collar are three stars indicating the rank of colonel. Contrast and clarity are… (1138-910). Learn More »

FULL STANDING VIEW OF CONFEDERATE OFFICER – TENNESSEE BACK MARK

FULL STANDING VIEW OF CONFEDERATE OFFICER – TENNESSEE BACK MARK

CDV is of an unidentified Confederate lieutenant posed with one hand resting on the back of a chair that is partially covered by a curtain while the other hand rests on his hip. The subject wears a… (1138-898). Learn More »

FANTASTIC QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF YOUNG ARMED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

FANTASTIC QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF YOUNG ARMED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

Image is a full standing view of a young Confederate soldier standing at the position of “attention” with his Enfield musket and fixed bayonet. The subject wears a dark kepi with gold tinted side… (2021-1171). Learn More »

SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH KNIFE

SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH KNIFE

Waist-up view of a young Confederate wearing a dark forage cap and a light-colored nine button shell jacket with high collar and cloth epaulettes. The subject also wears a leather waistbelt with a… (2021-1170). Learn More »

WIRE PHOTO OF 1949 PARADE - LAST GAR ENCAMPMENT

WIRE PHOTO OF 1949 PARADE - LAST GAR ENCAMPMENT

This image depicts the ‘last’ parade for the GAR Encampments, that took place on September 1, 1949 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  A description accompanies the original wire photo, and also nicely… (224-623). Learn More »

WIRE PHOTO OF 1936 VETERANS' PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

WIRE PHOTO OF 1936 VETERANS' PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

Pictured here at the 69th National GAR Encampment held in Grand Rapids, Michigan is a group of former drummer boys from Wichita, Kansas.  The image is black and white an original wire photo.  It is… (224-621). Learn More »

1936 VETERANS PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

1936 VETERANS PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

Pictured here are four Union veterans marching in Washington DC for the 70th National GAR encampment.  Present marching in the parade were less than 700 GAR members. Pictured left to right are G. H… (224-620). Learn More »

FRAMED ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH OF CIVIL WAR ERA NAVY OFFICER

FRAMED ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH OF CIVIL WAR ERA NAVY OFFICER

Very nice Victorian frame houses a retouched albumen photograph of an unknown U.S. Navy officer. He is wearing a dark colored, double-breasted frock coat with naval buttons, shoulder straps, a white… (344-3304). Learn More »

$85.00
Originally $125.00

BUST VIEW CDV OF DISMISSED US MARINE OFFICER WILLIAM B. MURRAY

BUST VIEW CDV OF DISMISSED US MARINE OFFICER WILLIAM B. MURRAY

CDV is of William B. Murray wearing a dark double-breasted frock coat with shoulder knots. Image is clear with good contrast and is mostly clean. Reverse has no photographer’s imprint but does have… (344-2394). Learn More »

$265.00
Originally $380.00

VIEW OF PETERSBURG WORKS AND AMMUNITION CRATES

VIEW OF PETERSBURG WORKS AND AMMUNITION CRATES

Original Civil War paper image that is a little large than half a stereo photo. Image is titled “Vicinity of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Va.” Photo is clear and in good shape. In the background is… (344-809). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $250.00

SET OF CDV’S RELATED TO HORACE GREELEY

SET OF CDV’S RELATED TO HORACE GREELEY

The first image in the group shows Greeley seated in a chair with his hands folded in his lap. He wears the usual dark suit consisting of jacket, vest, trousers and bow tie with a white shirt. The… (344-676). Learn More »

$135.00 per Set
Originally $195.00

CABINET CARD OF G.A.R. VETERANS HAVING A PICNIC

CABINET CARD OF G.A.R. VETERANS HAVING A PICNIC

Cabinet card size is approx. 4 ¼ x 6 ½ inches and is of heavy ivory stock. No markings on reverse. Image features an outdoor scene of eight Civil War veterans having a picnic along a stream. They… (344-2725). Learn More »

$35.00
Originally $50.00

CDV OF “SHIPWRECKED CREW”

CDV OF “SHIPWRECKED CREW”

Carte de visite of seven men and one woman in a wide assortment of dress. Image is slightly faded. Pen and ink inscription on the bottom of card mount reads “Shipwrecked Crew / C.H. Captn J.… (344-2964). Learn More »

$345.00
Originally $495.00

FULL STANDING CDV OF A FAMOUS CONFEDERATE PRISONER AND HIS GUARD – MISTAKEN TO BE JOHN H. SURRATT AND IMPRISONED FOR FIVE MONTHS

FULL STANDING CDV OF A FAMOUS CONFEDERATE PRISONER AND HIS GUARD – MISTAKEN TO BE JOHN H. SURRATT AND IMPRISONED FOR FIVE MONTHS

Image is of Captain John G. Ryan and his guard from the 120th Illinois. Ryan and his guard are posed side by side and both are striking the usual Napoleonic pose. The unknown guard is a 2nd lieutenant… (1138-1323). Learn More »


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REMARKABLE SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEORGE WILLIAM GORDON (1801-1877), US CONSUL TO BRAZIL (1840-46) AND SLAVE TRADE OPPONENT

A remarkable sword manufactured by W.H. Horstmann & Co., New York after the Model 1834 US Revenue Cutter/Marine sword. Neatly engraved on the reverse folding guard, “Geo. Wm. Gordon / United States Consul”. Born on February 8, 1801 in Exeter,… (870-60). Learn More »

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