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BRICK FROM THE JACOB SCHWARTZ BARN, 2ND CORPS FIELD HOSPITAL, GETTYSBURG – GREG COCO COLLECTION
Offered here is an 8.5” x 4” x 2” brick from the Jacob Schwartz barn. This barn was used as part of the large 2nd corps field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg. The 2nd Corps set up… (1300-18) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR PISTOL BULLET DISPLAY
Displayed in a case with cut mat and labeled, are twenty different Civil War bullets for revolvers and single-shot pistols. Included are complete sets of Colt Old Model and New Model bullets in the… (2025-2656) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR VETERANS’ HOME PLASTER RELIEF OF GENERAL BUTLER
This plaster relief of Benjamin Butler once likely adorned the lobby wall of a Soldiers Home, as Butler served for fifteen years in executive positions of the National Home for Disabled Volunteer… (490-6738) Learn More »
PAIR OF C. 1880 BRITISH “MAXWELL” BOX SPURS
Offered here is a matched pair of brass “box” spurs. The term “box” spur is derived from the use of small metal box inlet into the heel of a boot into which the central metal prong between the… (2024-612) Learn More »
WINCHESTER .44 HENRY RIMFIRE CARTRIDGE, FLAT TOP, LONG CASE, "H"
Excellent flat top cartridge for the .44 Henry and M1866 Winchester rifles or the Colt, Remington, and Smith & Wesson revolvers. This particular cartridge was manufactured by the Winchester… (490-2768) Learn More »
U.S./C.S. PAIR OF BRASS SPURS
Offered here is a matched pair of Civil War-era brass spurs. Non-regulation pattern with iron rowels. Necks feature three sharp ridges on top. Dark age patina on the pair. No bends. One rowel is… (2024-610) Learn More »
“HAVE I DONE RIGHT, FATHER?” SIGNAL FLAG SENT HOME TO THE FAMILY OF ACTING ENSIGN WALTER L. TITCOMB, USS TECUMSEH, SUNK IN THE BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY
Walter Livingston Titcomb was made an Acting Ensign in the U.S. Navy on Oct. 7, 1863, and served just under a year before drowning with most of the crew of the monitor U.S.S. Tecumseh, which struck a… (1179-276) Learn More »
$450.00
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M1832 HORSTMANN & SONS FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD WITH SCABBARD
The U.S. Model 1832 foot artillery short-sword is approximately 25” long overall with a 6” solid brass hilt, and a 19” blade. This model was the first sword contracted by the U.S. with… (1306-02) Learn More »
$950.00
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1863 STATE OF FLORIDA $3 NOTE
An original piece of Southern money, being the $3 FLCR17 bill featuring a Confederate ship of war in the center with additional graphics filling the left and right edges. “THE STATE OF FLORIDA /… (2025-2567) Learn More »
1st EDITION COPY – HISTORY OF THE 12TH NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEERS
Published in 1897, this copy is one of few original examples to survive the passing of time. This definitive work chronicles the history of the 12th New Hampshire as written by Captain A. W.… (1289-202) Learn More »
RARE FIRST EDITION COPY – 9th NEW HAMPSHIRE REGIMENTAL
This 1895 edition of “The History of the Ninth Regiment New Hampshire Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion” is an example of the first and only original printing of the comprehensive regimental… (1289-206) Learn More »
SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE – US STATE VOLUNTEER OR MILITIA SOLDIER
The seated soldier featured in the photograph wears and interesting short jacket, reminiscent in pattern of the jackets issued by several states in the early phases of the war and those issued by… (2025-890) Learn More »
$650.00
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ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING
This is a leather shoulder sling designed for use with Civil War muskets. The sling has a fixed leather loop at one end and a flat brass hook on the other, which is mounted under a sewn down flap. The… (2025-2526) Learn More »
$325.00
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EARLY LUCIUS W. POND POCKET REVOLVER
This is the .32 caliber, iron frame Pond pocket revolver, manufactured in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Pond revolver was the subject of a lawsuit in 1862 over patent infringement. The court ruled in… (2025-2341) Learn More »
US M1840 SABER – AMES MANUFACTURE, 1848
This specimen is a rarely encountered Model 1840 Civil War Cavalry Saber complete with steel scabbard and manufactured by Nathan P. Ames. This M-1840 cavalry saber is a nice original piece. Blade… (1304-13) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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RARE CIVIL WAR WAIST BELT PLATE
This die-struck and lead filled oval plate measures just over 2 inches in diameter. It has iron wire belt hooks on the back. The motif on the front is an 8-pointed star. The eight-pointed star has… (2025-815) Learn More »
VERY FINE SIGNED CDV PHOTOGRAPH OF R.E. LEE BY BENDANN BROTHERS, BALTIMORE
Robert E. Lee was an international celebrity during and after the Civil War. And like celebrities in every time, Lee’s picture became a collectible. Small carte-de-visite photographs were produced,… (1300-77) Learn More »
RARE CDV – GENERAL LEE AND STAFF
Students of the Civil War will no doubt recognize this image from countless publications. It features a seated General Lee, flanked by two staff officers. The photo was taken after the surrender at… (1304-57) Learn More »
$550.00
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9th ARKANSAS INFANTRY AND 1st ARKANSAS (CONSOLIDATED) MOUNTED RIFLES OFFICER’S PAROLE: LT. H.C. FALLON, REGIMENTAL ADJUTANT, GREENSBORO MAY 1, 1865
This is a scarce May 1, 1865, printed parole filled out at Greensboro, NC, as part of the surrender and parole of Johnston’s army for Lt. Henry Clay Fallon, then serving as Adjutant in the 1st… (1300-62) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER’S BUCKLE WITH POST-CIVIL WAR BELT
Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched and tooled. Nice double-line stitching along length of the belt. Belt leather measures approximately 32” long (as set) x 1.6” wide, with… (2025-2339) Learn More »
$250.00
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US M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2509) Learn More »
$175.00
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US M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2498) Learn More »
WORLD WAR 2 IRON CROSS WITH RIBBON AND ENVELOPE
A very good condition WW2 German Iron Cross, Second Class, complete with ribbon and envelope. The envelope is gray, lettered in black, “Eisernes Kreuz / 2. Klasse / 1939.” The medal itself is… (1202-120) Learn More »
PRESENTATION US MODEL 1860 CIVIL WAR STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEN. NELSON MILES; PRESENTED TO COL. HENRY H. ADAMS
Few American swords in existence have borne witness to more of the tragedy and triumph of American military history over a 40 year period, than this example. Nelson Appleton Miles was commissioned as… (1252-04) Learn More »
$35,000.00
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PAIR OF ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER’S GOLD DRESS EPAULETTES, WITH CASE
Here is a fine pair of well-made, Civil War gold dress epaulettes circa 1850s to 1870s. In beautiful original condition, he epaulettes measure 8” long and fit the curve of the shoulder. The flat… (1252-10) Learn More »
$450.00
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REMINGTON ZOUAVE SABRE BAYONET
Cast brass ribbed handle with bar and button type attachment mechanism. This mechanism is frozen and needs to be loosened and oiled. Surface of the handle shows moderate wear. Counterguard has barrel… (1252-07) Learn More »
EARLY PATTERN U.S. MODEL 1851 OFFICER’S RECTANGULAR BELT PLATE AND LEATHER BELT
This regulation 1851 pattern officer’s waist belt plate is in fine overall condition and is matched with an officer’s ornately tooled leather belt that wears a coat of old red paint. Rectangular… (1252-08) Learn More »
$595.00
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UNTOUCHED IDENTIFIED MODEL 1842 MUSKET – THOMAS NEANY, 178TH NEW YORK INFANTRY
The US Model 1842 was the first general issue US military long arm to utilize the percussion ignition system and was also the first general issue arm to be manufactured on the principle of fully… (2025-2139) Learn More »
$1,495.00
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MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER
A Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver in good original condition. In production from 1860 through 1873, these handguns were the successor to the Colt Third Model Dragoon pistols. The Model 1860… (490-7528) Learn More »
$1,850.00
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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SASH
Sash is complete length with acorn and tassels on each end. The body of the sash has some small scattered pulls. Near the center there is a pull about 6 inches long but this is the largest. There is… (1252-09) Learn More »
$550.00
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CDV – GENERAL AMBROSE BURNSIDE BY BRADY
This Carte-de-Visite features the iconic General Burnside, known for his small victories and larger blunders as well as his facial hair. Both the image and mounting card are in excellent condition,… (2025-106) Learn More »
FINE CDV PHOTO OF CAPTAIN ALDRICH, 15TH N.H.V.
This is a very nice cdv photograph of Aldrich standing in full uniform. Studio view of him wearing single-breasted frock with shoulder straps, sash, sword belt, gauntlets, trousers with thin stripe… (2025-1029) Learn More »
$150.00
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CDV PHOTO OF CAPTAIN TILLSON, 161ST NEW YORK
This is a very nice cdv photograph of George M. Tillson standing in full uniform. Three-quarter studio view of him wearing single-breasted frock with shoulder straps, sash, sword belt, gloves, and he… (2025-1010) Learn More »
$145.00
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CDV – TWO FINE-LOOKING GENTS IN SAN FRANCISCO, DATED 1862
This neat image of two brothers standing in formal attire in front of a decorative column and sub-tropical backdrop is mounted to a plain card, with light wear along the top edge. The reverse is… (1138-2095) Learn More »
$45.00
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STRIKING CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED INDIAN WARS ERA COLONEL
This handsome portrait features a distinguished-looking colonel sporting the 1872 Shoulder Knot Epaulette for officers, in use for most ranks until 1888. The image is mounted to a card, which has been… (1138-2081) Learn More »
EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND IMPORTANT CONFEDERATE RAINS BARREL TORPEDO - 1 OF 2 KNOWN - FROM THE TEXAS MUSEUM
This is a Rains barrel torpedo that was recovered during the Civil War in Mobile Bay, AL. It was developed by Gabriel James Rains, Chief of the Confederate Torpedo Service. Gabriel Rains was born in… (1268-690) Learn More »
VERY NICE SHEBLE AND FISHER M1840 CAVALRY SABER
Manufactured by Sheble & Fisher, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sabers from this maker were supplied directly to state or militia units and were not Federally inspected. One author notes that the… (1304-28) Learn More »
US "MODEL 1861" SPRINGFIELD DATED 1861
This is a first year-of-production example of the standard rifle-musket of the Civil War, a Model 1861 Springfield (actually officially referred to during the Civil War as a Model 1855 with the… (2025-2325) Learn More »
$1,595.00
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CONFEDERATE CAP BOX
A no-doubt-about-it Confederate cap box made in the fashion of a standard issue Union cap box with a one-piece flap narrowing toward the bottom to form a latch tab that fastens over a pointed brass… (302-122) Learn More »
COMPLETE CIVIL WAR WORMAN AND ELY MESS SET
This is a scarce Civil War private purchase mess set patented by L.H. Worman and J.O. Ely of Philadelphia on February 4, 1862. The patent documents make clear the designer was likely a Phillip Ulmer,… (490-7279) Learn More »
$595.00
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CONFEDERATE SPUR WITH STRAP
This Confederate spur retains its original spur strap and buckle, which is very uncommon. The side straps are of medium width and use conventional slots for the spur strap. Instead of arcing up and to… (490-6767) Learn More »
$225.00
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EARLY WAR ARTILLERY OFFICER'S HAT INSIGNIA
These crossed cannons have a diamond shaped designs on the respective gun barrels and are often excavated in Confederate camp sites. Originally gilt, the false embroidered brass insignia is now a… (2025-811) Learn More »
.44 CALIBER BRASS FRAME HENRY RIFLE-1863 PRODUCTION
The Henry rifle needs no introduction to Civil War, western, or pretty much any arms collector or student of the American West. Oliver Winchester encouraged one potential dealer, “There will be no… (1302-01) Learn More »
$23,500.00
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RARE 1ST EDITION 5TH NEW HAMPSHIRE REGIMENTAL – N.H.G.A.R. STAMPED
Written by Major and Surgeon William Child and copyrighted in 1893, this scarcely seen title includes illustrations and a comprehensive history of the venerable 5th. The cover is a muted green… (1289-200) Learn More »
$85.00
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VERY RARE FIRST EDITION – TENTH MASS. INFANTRY REGIMENTAL HISTORY
This very uncommon title was published by the 10th Massachusetts Veteran Association in a single edition in 1909. Written by Alfred Roe and the “Regimental Committee on History”, few surviving… (2025-1409) Learn More »
$100.00
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U.S. MODEL 1835/1842 SOCKET BAYONET
This Federal accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Model 1835/42 smoothbore musket. The term angular bayonet refers to the type most commonly used by infantry soldiers. The… (1304-111) Learn More »
$225.00
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M1840 MOUNTED ARTILLERY SABER WITH SCABBARD – AMES, 1862
Here is an original, Civil War enlisted Model 1840 artillery saber in good condition. Made for artillery mounted units, this edged weapon is stamped on the obverse ricasso of the blade with a clear… (1304-01) Learn More »
$1,395.00
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1/6 PLATE AMBROTYPE – US OFFICER
This handsome young officer was captured on a glass plate in striking contrast. Complete with saber, belt, sash, and healthy chinstrap beard, the man stands next to a decorative pedestal and in… (2025-896) Learn More »
$350.00
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VERY NICE M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2497) Learn More »
$175.00
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ARTILLERY 2nd LIEUTENANT’S FROCK COAT, COMMISSION TIN, AND BILLFOLD OF LT. A. T. MCMILLAN (MACMILLAN) BATTERY C 1st RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY
This artillery officer’s group was on display in the Texas Civil War Museum and consists of regulation Union artillery officer’s frock coat, the japanned tin tube that held his officer’s… (1268-547) Learn More »
$5,500.00
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1816 STYLE US BAYONET SCABBARD THROAT
Scabbard throat has maker’s mark, “R. DINGEE, N- YORK”. Found in a CS camp in Fredericksburg, VA. [sl] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON… (R21367) Learn More »
$40.00
Originally $65.00
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CANNON BALL SOUVENIR PAPERWEIGHT - MADE WITH BULLETS FROM GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD, CIRCA 1928
Stack of ten round balls that were recovered from the Gettysburg Battlefield are mounted on a metal disk and painted black to look like cannon balls. Raised lettering reading, “GETTYSBURG” faintly… (1300-05) Learn More »
$150.00
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APPOMATTOX PAROLE OF THOMAS “HARRISON” HAWES, LAMKIN’S BATTERY, VA LIGHT ARTILLERY: EX-COCO COLLECTION
The very good condition Appomattox parole of a soldier as a Confederate light-artilleryman, sharpshooter, and mortar crewman seeing action in South Carolina and Virginia, from 1862 right through the… (1300-66) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR BULLET AND CARTRIDGE DISPLAY
Displayed in a case with cut mat and labeled, are thirteen different Civil War bullets with three patented Civil War cartridges. A few of these specimens are quite rare. Included are: .58 cal.… (2025-2623) Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD BY AMES, DATED 1862, WITH SCABBARD
This specimen is the classic Civil War Federal edged weapon that the U.S. Ordnance Department designated the Musicians' Sword, Model 1840. It is an early war, Ames Manufacturing Company contract sword… (2025-2013) Learn More »
$350.00
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VERY UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES – DATED 1859
This pre-war Ames saber specimen is the forerunner of the type issued to Federal horsemen during the American Civil War. Produced by the Chicopee, Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon… (1304-23) Learn More »
NICE M1855 SOCKET BAYONET
During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (2025-2500) Learn More »
$175.00
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THE POWDER FLASK BOOK BY RAY RILING
Like new condition! Written by Ray Riling and published originally in 1953. This edition was published by R. & R. Books, Livonia, NY, 1992. 495 pp., 453 flask illustrations. Green glazed covers… (205-182) Learn More »
$40.00
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“PIOUS REFLECTIONS” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO 56TH NORTH CAROLINA SOLDIER
This small “pocket” book is titled “Pious Reflections, for Every Day in the Month.” Translated from the French of Fenelon, Archbishop pf Cambray. Published by James Loring, CXXXII (132)… (1179-1261) Learn More »
REGULATION NCO SHOULDER BELT FOR SWORD AND BAYONET WITH REPRO EAGLE PLATE
Offered is an original Civil War-era leather shoulder belt set up to hold the sword and bayonet of non-commissioned officers. It comes with a reproduction 1826 Eagle plate. This adjustable shoulder… (2025-2037) Learn More »
STRIKING 1/6 PLATE TINTYPE – YOUNG US CAVALRYMAN
Featured in this image is a young man, perhaps no more than a teenager, in his mounted services uniform. Seated next to a decorative banister, his regulation dress hat rests on the railing complete… (2025-894) Learn More »
$450.00
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COLLECTION OF SPENCER CARBINE & RIFLE CARTRIDGES
Displayed in a case with cut mat and labeled, are nine different copper-cased rimfire Spencer cartridges with the one Civil War-era Spencer bullet. Included is the one .56-56 cartridge which is… (2025-2609) Learn More »
$150.00
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MAY 1, 1865, GREENSBORO PAROLE OF THOMAS J. CLAXTON, 13th TENNESSEE AND 2nd CONSOLIDATED TENNESSEE: SAW ACTION FROM SHILOH THROUGH THE CAROLINAS
Excellent condition, scarce May 1, 1865, parole for Tennessee Confederate Thomas J. Claxton, who served in Co. A, 13th Tennessee from December 1861 to the surrender in 1865, with the regiment at the… (1300-61) Learn More »
“WHITTINGTON” TRAVEL CHESS SET OF MAJOR EDWARD HOWARD
Offered here is an antique Whittington travel chess set with engraved plaque on the lid to “Major Edwd. Howard. / Washington, D.C.” This portable Chess Set measures 8″ x 4″ x 4″ when folded… (1266-177) Learn More »
CIRCA 1780-1820 LARGE, FREE BLOWN LEAD GLASS TUMBER
Large free blown lead glass tumbler with an open pontil. These large tumblers (this one is almost 8 inches tall) historically had many uses. Whether for drinking beer, or communally sharing hard… (1239-87) Learn More »
CIRCA 1820-1840 CUT GLASS SWEETMEAT JAR / SUGAR BOWL
Cut sweetmeat jar that could be used as a sugar bowl. This jar was made in either the US or England 1820-1840. It is beautifully cut with a wide band of strawberry diamonds on the original cover… (1239-86) Learn More »
$45.00
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CIRCA 1830-1845 AMERICAN PINT DECANTER
This beautiful, heavy American pint decanter is cut in the Sheaf of Wheat pattern. This is one of the most desirable and highly collected early American patterns. President Andrew Jackson owned… (1239-83) Learn More »
$70.00
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VERY NICE MODEL 1860 SPENCER CARBINE
Produced by the Spencer Rifle Company of Boston, Massachusetts, this Model 1860 Spencer breechloading repeating carbine is in very good original condition. The carbine, which fired the .52 caliber,… (2025-2400) Learn More »
IMPRESSIVE SILK AMERICAN MILITARY FLAG
At first glimpse this now 29 inch by 29-inch hand painted white silk flag appears to be of Civil War vintage, and although that may be exactly what it is, it is not impossible that it dates a half a… (2025-1887) Learn More »
TEN CENTS NOTE FROM “VILLAGE OF DUNKIRK”, NY, 1862
Smaller note measuring approximately 5.25” x 2” and dated November 1, 1862. A nice clean note with oval portrait of George Washington. Very fine and readable printed text. Hand numbered (2910) in… (2025-2405) Learn More »
$65.00
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SOUTH CAROLINA 1855 $10 BILL SIGNED BY FUTURE CONFEDERATE GENERAL CLEMENT STEVENS
An original piece of Southern money, being a $10 bill from the Planters & Mechanics Bank of South Carolina. A spread-winged eagle is at center. Dated 6 Sept. 1855. Plate C. Serial number 30 in… (825-133) Learn More »
T-59 CONFEDERATE 1863 $10 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $10 CSA T-59 bill featuring the South Carolina State Capitol building in Columbia and Secretary of State R.M.T. Hunter on the right. Dated April 6,… (825-117) Learn More »
$175.00
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T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train (with white steam) in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a… (825-131) Learn More »
T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train (with muted steam) in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a… (825-124) Learn More »
T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train (with muted steam) in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a… (825-123) Learn More »
$75.00
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T-65 CONFEDERATE 1864 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-65 bill featuring Lucy Pickens, the wife of the governor of South Carolina during the war at center, two soldiers on left side, and… (825-116) Learn More »
$165.00
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1862 U.S. INFANTRY TACTICS MANUAL OF HENRY BOLTON, 7TH KANSAS CAVALRY
Book is titled, “United States Infantry Tactics, for the Instruction, Exercise and Manoeuvres of the United States Infantry, including Infantry of the Line, Light Infantry, and Riflemen. Prepared… (2025-2334) Learn More »
$395.00
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NICE IMPORT M1840 CAVALRY SABER – TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK
Original, early war, Model 1840 cavalry enlisted saber complete with original metal scabbard. The ricasso bears the stampings of PDL and of Tiffany & Company. Enlisted sabers manufactured by… (1304-09) Learn More »
$895.00
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EARLY RELIC -- MODEL 1858 BULLSEYE CANTEEN
Original Civil War Model 1858 corrugated-pattern tin canteen, often called the “Bullseye” pattern. The body consists of two circular sections of pressed-tin soldered together at the rim. The… (215-256) Learn More »
$95.00
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MAKER MARKED CAVALRY CARBINE SLING SWIVEL HOOK
This is the iron swivel and snap hook that was on the carbine shoulder belt. They attached to all carbines via a sliding ring found on the left side of all military carbines. Overall length is 8 ½”… (1304-112) Learn More »
$75.00
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MINTY .69 CALIBER M1816/1842 MUSKET BALL SCREW
This is a non-excavated Civil War musket accessory. It is an iron appendage that could screw onto the threaded ramrod end to enable a soldier to “pull” a bullet and unload his musket. The piece… (2025-645) Learn More »
$75.00
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BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER, POCKET MODEL REVOLVERS
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber "Pocket Model" revolvers. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. Unmarked, swinging sprue cutter is attached to the top. Cavities remain… (2025-640) Learn More »
STARR CARBINE – SN “13622” – GOOD CONDITION
Between 1861 and 1864 over 20,000 percussion model carbines were produced by the Starr Arms Company - a .54 caliber with a barrel length of 21 inches, overall length of 37.65 inches. Barrel has much… (1099-45) Learn More »
LATE-1863 PATTERN 1859 MCCLELLAN SADDLE
For consideration is this original Model 1859 McClellan saddle, the most widely used model by United States mounted troops during the Civil War. In excellent condition overall, this wartime… (413-228) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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ONE OF THE VERY FEW GENUINE WORLD WAR 2 NAZI COSSACK KUBANKAS
Let it be known we do not support or condone Adolf Hitler or the Nazi party in any way, shape, or form. That said let me continue with the description of this very rare piece of military headdress… (1284-02) Learn More »
$5,750.00
Originally $6,375.00
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THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE IN IT'S GOLDEN AGE, ANNOTATED SECOND EDITION
Written by Joe Kindig, Jr. Longrifle Series, York, Pennsylvania: George Shumway, 2002. Annotated Second Edition. Hardcover. 562 pages. Illustrated with black and white pictures of various rifles.… (205-183) Learn More »
REMARKABLE LETTER FROM USS FOREST ROSE – NEAR FORT DERUSSEY, LA – EX-COCO COLLECTION
In February 1864, six-year-old James V. Johnston visited his father, Captain John V. Johnston, aboard the USS Forest Rose gunboat on the Mississippi River’s peaceful waters. As the boat approached… (1300-96) Learn More »
$200.00
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ELEY LONDON, PERCUSSION CAP TIN FOR REVOLVERS
Tin measures 1.55” in diameter x 0.61” tall. Raised lettering on the top of lid reads, “ELEY / LONDON”. Tin still full of the original caps. All the japanned finish is gone. A nice… (1304-96) Learn More »
$75.00
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U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE
This U.S. shoulder belt plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face shows wear to raised areas. Brass has… (1304-97) Learn More »
$250.00
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SCARCE SMALL SIZE OVAL US CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE BY W.H. SMITH
This is a nice, non-excavated M1839 cartridge box plate made and marked by “W.H. Smith / Brooklyn.” Adopted in 1839, these plates were made of stamped, rolled brass with fastening loops on the… (1304-95) Learn More »
$450.00
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STRIKING 1/6 PLATE DAGUERROTYPE – A DISTINCTIVE 4th N.Y.S.M. PRIVATE
Few uniforms are as easily recognized as those of the associated New York State Militia. Active for many years prior to and still active today as a New York National Guard Regiment. During the Civil… (2025-891) Learn More »
$950.00
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US MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD "HORS DE COMBAT"
This remarkable relic was projectile struck on an un-named Civil War battlefield. There is no maker's name on this German import. The fine condition blade measures 31 inches in length and 1 1/8 inch… (1202-651) Learn More »
$2,750.00
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EXCELLENT CONDITION U.S. M-1855 SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD
This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets. Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a bright shiny surface overall with scattered small gray… (2024-325) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN WALTHER P38 BY SPREEWERK WITH HOLSTER
The P38 was developed by Walther as a replacement for the Luger. The new pistol went through several design changes from 1931 to 1938, ending up with a more reliable pistol using fewer parts and at… (2025-2347) Learn More »
$1,295.00
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UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY MILLARD – DATED 1862
Produced under the smallest government contract for sabers (10,000) by the D. J. Millard Company’s manufacturing center in Clayville, New York, this early production weapon is a M1860 Light Cavalry… (1304-14) Learn More »
STATE OF TEXAS $10 TREASURY WARRANT, DATED 1864, SIGNED BY PRINCIPAL OF TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
A “Treasury Warrant" refers to a piece of state-issued paper money, from the Civil War era, that served as a form of currency backed by the state's credit to finance its activities during the… (825-127) Learn More »
STATE OF TEXAS $2.50 TREASURY WARRANT, DATED 1862
A “Treasury Warrant" refers to a piece of state-issued paper money, from the Civil War era, that served as a form of currency backed by the state's credit to finance its activities during the… (825-125) Learn More »
T-44 CONFEDERATE 1862 $1 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $2 CSA T-44 bill featuring a steamship at top, and Lucy Holcomb Pickens, the first lady of South Carolina at right, and Liberty at left. Pickens… (2025-2279) Learn More »
T-42 CONFEDERATE 1862 $2 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $2 CSA T-42 bill featuring an allegorical vignette that represents the "South striking down the Union" and reflects Southern optimism early in the… (2025-2278) Learn More »
T-59 CONFEDERATE 1863 $10 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $10 CSA T-59 bill featuring the South Carolina State Capitol building in Columbia and Secretary of State R.M.T. Hunter on the right. Dated April 6,… (2025-2273) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL ALBERT LEE
Here is a very fine photograph of General Albert Lindley Lee in uniform. In this standing pose, he wears a double-breasted frock with general’s shoulder straps. He also wears general officer’s… (2025-1098) Learn More »
$135.00
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CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL FREDERICK LANDER
This carte de viste engraving of General Lander is a three-quarter standing studio portrait of him in uniform. He wears double-breasted frock with fringed dress epaulettes, sash, and sword belt.… (2025-1083) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL P.G.T. BEAUREGARD
The image of Beauregard is a waist up view in U.S. Engineers uniform. He wears a double-breasted frock with shoulder straps. This view appears to be a copy photo as there is no detail on button,… (2025-1081) Learn More »
$95.00
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CDV PHOTO OF GENERAL SILAS CASEY
Here is a fine photograph of General Silas Casey in uniform. In this seated pose, he wears a double-breasted frock with general’s shoulder straps. He also wears a sash, officer’s sword belt, with… (2025-1044) Learn More »
$125.00
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.44 CALIBER PAPER CARTRIDGES FOR COLT, REMINGTON, & OTHER “ARMY” REVOLVERS
We have a quantity of Civil War cartridges for .44 caliber “Army” revolvers. These are paper cartridges with the short, New Model Colt bullet in them made by the Colt Cartridge Works. All… (2024-1527) Learn More »
$50.00 Each
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CONFEDERATE ORDNANCE “CAPTURED AND COLLECTED” SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 CARBINE– “Z” INSPECTION MARK
This Sharps new model carbine is both in very good condition and bears a “Z” stamping on the underside of the stock just to the rear of the trigger guard tang. These marks are now recognized as… (2025-2397) Learn More »
$3,950.00
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1851 ADVERTISEMENT – MISSISSIPPI VALLEY PANORAMIC PAINTING, ANTHROPOLOGICAL LECTURES, AND NATIVE INTEREST EVENTS – EX-COCO COLLECTION
"Monumental grandeur of the Mississippi Valley: now exhibiting for a short time" refers to an 1851 advertisement for a large-scale panorama painting by I. J. Egan, based on drawings by Professor M. W.… (1300-104) Learn More »
$250.00
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U.S. NAVY “FOULED ANCHOR” POWDER FLASK BY ADAMS, DATED 1848
The last contract was awarded to George Adams for 1,200 flasks and these were produced in 1846 and 1848. The Adams contract references the Deringer Box Lock Navy Pistol contract, suggesting these… (172-6146) Learn More »
EXCELLENT CONDITION U.S. M-1855 SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD
This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets. Measures approximately 21” overall. This specimen features a bright shiny surface overall with a very attractive blade. Complete… (2024-322) Learn More »
¼ PLATE TINTYPE, SHOULDER STRAPS & HAT INSIGNIA – CAPT. E.T. WILSON, 2ND N.Y. VOLS.
Tintype photograph features Captain Edgar T. Wilson in uniform with sword. The quarter plate is approximately 3” x 4” within a typical velvet lined case. Captain Wilson wears a single-breasted… (2025-900) Learn More »
GROUP OF LETTERS AND COVERS WITH SOUENIR CONFEDERATE NOTE – WRITTEN TO CAPTAIN ALBERT DAY, 20th MICHIGAN (EX-COCO COLLECTION)
Albert Day resided in Ann Arbor, MI when he enlisted at 22 years old. Enlisted on 8/15/1862 and on 8/16/1862, he mustered into "H" Co. Michigan 20th Infantry. He was obviously a capable individual,… (1300-98) Learn More »
$100.00
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RELIC FAYETTEVILLE SABER BAYONET
After the Harpers Ferry Armory was seized by Virginia forces in 1861, the machinery for making rifle muskets went to Richmond and that for the 1855 rifle went to Fayetteville, where it finally began… (2024-351) Learn More »
2002 COPY OF “U.S. ARMY HEADGEAR 1812-1872” BY JOHN P. LANGELLIER & C. PAUL LOANE
Full title is “U.S. ARMY HEADGEAR 1812-1872” by John P. Langellier and C. Paul Loane; forward by Don Troiani. Published by Schiffer Military Books of Atglen, Pennsylvania in 2002. Next to new… (602-32) Learn More »
$50.00
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NOTE WRITTEN BY SIGNER OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE: BENJAMIN HARRISON
12.5 inches by just under 1 inch; paper is mounted on backing to support it. This document is likely from a ledger or journal. It reads: “1771 Dr. Mr. William Palfrey in acct current with Benj.… (1305-02) Learn More »
$500.00
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GROUP OF OLD POSTCARDS FROM CASTINE, MAINE
Offered here are 11 old postcards from Castine, Maine. Eight cards feature the “Historic Signs” of Castine, being pictures of sign boards that were positioned around the area to point out… (236-1122) Learn More »
LARGE MUSKET BALL FROM THE ATOCHA SHIPWRECK
This large, lead musket ball measures approximately 0.8” in diameter. Dark gray lead from sea floor. From the collection of author/publisher Dean Thomas who was researching for a book about early… (236-1016) Learn More »
$40.00
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REGIMENTAL HISTORY OF THE 17TH N.H. – SIGNED BY COLONEL HENRY O. KENT
This second series printing of the History of the Seventeenth N.H. Infantry was published in 1898 by The Seventeenth New Hampshire Veterans Association of Concord and printed by the Rumford Press,… (1289-205) Learn More »
$45.00
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1767 LEGAL DOCUMENT SIGNED BY JOHN MORTON (DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE SIGNER) AS SHERIFF OF CHESTER COUNTY, PA
John Morton (1725 – April 1, 1777) was a farmer, surveyor, and jurist from Pennsylvania and a Founding Father of the United States. As a delegate to the Continental Congress during… (1305-03) Learn More »
$600.00
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PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD RIFLE TOMPION
An excellent example of the Enfield rifle tompion. These were issued with the caliber .577 rifles to be inserted into the muzzles to protect against moisture and dirt from getting into the barrel.… (1216-109A) Learn More »
$50.00
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ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD OF THE GLADIUS TYPE
This Roman inspired gladius-pattern short sword was a copy of the French "Modele 1816 d'artillerie". These "heavy artillery" swords were designed for foot artillery combat at the guns. Their specific… (2025-2336) Learn More »
CDV PHOTOS OF LT. COL. HENRY PRATT & WIFE
Offered here are a pair of cdv photographs. One of Lt. Col. Henry C. Pratt, and one of his wife. The image of Pratt is a chest up view in uniform. He wears a double-breasted frock with shoulder… (2025-1035) Learn More »
CDV OF PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Carte de Visite photo of Abraham Lincoln recorded in 1863. This is a copy sold by an English photographer who copied the original and added a “tape” at the bottom with Lincoln’s name. This 1863… (2025-1008) Learn More »
$100.00
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CDV OF GENERAL JOHN G. PARKE
A very nice CDV (carte de viste) photograph of General Parke, and his bushy sideburns. He is posed seated in a folding camp chair in uniform. Parke wears an officer’s four-button jacket with… (2025-1015) Learn More »
RARE CDV – GENERAL ABRAM DURYEA
Abram Duryée was a Union Army general during the American Civil War, the commander of one of the most famous Zouave regiments, the 5th New York Volunteer Infantry. After the war he was New York City… (2025-1093) Learn More »
CDV PHOTO OF MEDICAL OFFICER
This is a very fine image of a Union medical officer in uniform. Full standing studio view. The man wears single-breasted nine-button frock with medical shoulder straps, sash, waist belt, and holds… (2025-1057) Learn More »
$125.00
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CDV – 23rd NY CAPTAIN WITH NEW YORK STATE BELT PLATE
This carte-de-visite features an unnamed Captain with a New York State belt plate. “23” is visible on his kepi, most likely making him an officer of the 23rd New York. The image is mounted to a… (2025-1074) Learn More »
CLIPPED SIGNATURE OF JAMES WILSON, SIGNER OF DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE & CONSTITUTION
James Wilson (September 14, 1742 – August 21, 1798) was born in Scotland, and after coming to America became a “Founding Father”, legal scholar, jurist, and statesman. He served as… (1305-05) Learn More »
$175.00
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“THE ZOUAVE DEFENDER” PATRIOTIC ENVELOPE
Civil War era correspondence between camp and home was most important. To encourage patriotism and keep morale up, patriotic themed sheet paper and envelopes were produced and commonly… (236-1193) Learn More »
REFERENCE BOOK ON SHARPS FIREARMS BY SELLERS
The full title of this volume is “SHARPS FIREARMS” by Frank Sellers and published by the author in 1988. This particular copy is from the Fifth Printing in 1995. Volume is hardcover and bound in… (205-181) Learn More »
MILITIA, SPORTING, 49’ER, OR SCHUTZENERVEREIN BELT?
This belt is rather an enigma. It measures 3 3/4 inches wide and 32 inches overall, including two long pierced billets on the left end, 11 inches long, that would buckle into two small iron buckles on… (490-3739) Learn More »
24th MICHIGAN IRON BRIGADE LT. COLONEL MARK FLANIGAN’S HARDEE HAT INSIGNIA WITH HIS LT. COLONEL AND BREVET BRIG. GENERAL SHOULDER STRAPS: WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG
“Lieutenant-Colonel Flanigan lost his leg in this battle. His conduct here, as everywhere in battle, was gallant and daring.” So wrote Colonel Henry Morrow of the 24th Michigan in his official… (1255-01) Learn More »
$7,500.00
Originally $8,950.00
A GROUP BELONGING TO CAPTAIN TO MAJOR DAVID SCHOOLEY
Battery M, Second Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery (112th Pennsylvania Volunteers) was recruited by Capt. David Schooley, July and August 1862. It was known then as Schooley’s Independent Battery.… (1268-550) Learn More »
AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, DATED 1864
AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, DATED 1864 Classic Civil War cavalry saber made by Ames Manufacturing Company. Sword is in overall very good condition. Blade is bright with just a few… (1304-25) Learn More »
$1,250.00
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1862 FULL PAGE SKETCH OF PICKET SHELTER NEAR ARLINGTON HOUSE FROM 9TH MASSACHUSETTS BATTERY ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND
Page meas. approx. 9.75 x 6.50 inches and contains a single drawing of a lean-to in the woods. The view is looking toward the inside of the lean-to showing the interior branch supports and how it is… (205-185) Learn More »
GETTYSBURG SKETCH OF THE JACOB SWISHER FARM BY 9TH MASS BATTERY VETERAN & ARTIST RICHARD HOLLAND
This full page black and white sketch was done looking north at the farmhouse of Jacob Swisher on the Taneytown Road. The house is located just south of the Artillery Ridge Campground. Sketch meas.… (205-186) Learn More »
$950.00
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FIRST ARMY CONTRACT SPENCER RIFLE: MICHIGAN CAVALRY BRIGADE AT GETTYSBURG
The story of Spencer rifle contracts, deliveries, and government payments for purchases is complicated. Laid out by Roy Marcot in his book on Spencer’s and in a 1997 article in “Man at Arms” by… (490-7231) Learn More »
RARE 1/6 PLATE AMBROTYPE – LT. JOHN WHITEHEAD, 53rd VA, WIA AND CAPTURED DURING PICKETT’S CHARGE – EX-COCO COLLECTION
The 53rd Virginia Infantry Regiment participated in the Battle of Gettysburg as part of General Armistead's Brigade and played a famous role in Pickett's Charge on July 3, 1863, with some men… (1300-74) Learn More »
PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD SOCKET BAYONET WITH ORIGINAL LEATHER SCABBARD
This British-made accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Pattern 1853 Enfield musket. Blade was made of the best cast steel and had an iron socket welded to it. The bayonet… (2024-324) Learn More »
$395.00
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RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD PRODUCED BY JAMES CONNING
From the collection of the Texas Civil War Museum, this is a Confederate version of the US staff and field officer sword Model 1850. With a "CS" crudely cast and finished in the brass guard and other… (1268-559A) Learn More »
SHARPS ‘SLANT BREECH’ CARBINE, MODEL 1853
This pre-Civil War firearm, often referred to as the ‘John Brown’ model, is a single-shot, .52 caliber, breechloading carbine Model 1853 invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native… (1289-221) Learn More »
$2,750.00
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T-51 CONFEDERATE 1863 $20 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $20 CSA T-51 bill featuring the Tennessee State Capitol building in Nashville in main vignette. Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens is… (2025-2272) Learn More »
T-20 CONFEDERATE 1861 $20 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $20 CSA T-20 bill featuring a woman seated next to a beehive, cherub, and the number 20 in the center. The lower-left corner is a picture of Alexander… (2025-2271) Learn More »
T-39 CONFEDERATE 1862 $100 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $100 CSA T-39 bill featuring a vignette of a steam train in the center while to the left, a milkmaid is featured. Trains played a critical role for… (2025-2269) Learn More »
$125.00
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T-57 CONFEDERATE 1863 $50 BILL
An original piece of Confederate money, being the $50 CSA T-57 bill featuring Confederate President Jefferson Davis pictured in main vignette. Light green details under black print. Dated April 6,… (2025-2268) Learn More »
RARE THUER’S PATENT .31 CALIBER “POCKET MODEL” CARTRIDGE
This is a Thuer’s Patent metallic centerfire cartridge. This short .31 caliber cartridge is in good original condition and was for the Colt Thuer conversion “Pocket” revolver. These were… (2025-2546) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR CARBINE & PISTOL BULLET DISPLAY WITH LABELS
This is a Riker “butterfly case” with a cut mat containing a display of sixteen excavated Civil War bullets. The pieces are identified on the front with a more detailed description pasted to the… (2025-2493) Learn More »
$100.00
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CIRCA 1815-1835 FREE BLOWN QUART AMERICAN DECANTER
Early free blown quart American decanter with two applied tripart rings and a sharp, open pontil. Decanters like these were made in all American factories that produced colorless tableware. They… (1239-85) Learn More »
PRESSED GLASS SALT CELLAR, C1850-1870
Pressed glass was an inexpensive alternative to luxury cut glass. Frequently, pressed designs copied expensive cut models. This salt cellar is hexagonal and features six panels with arches in the… (1239-81) Learn More »
CIRCA 1830 – 1860 AQUA MOLD BLOWN WHISKEY BOTTLE
Aqua, mold blown whiskey bottle with a rough pontil. This bottle was blown in a two-part mold and was finished using the blowpipe, rather than a more upscale pontil iron. The glass is totally… (1239-82) Learn More »
$30.00
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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 »
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IDENTIFIED FIELD-USED AND SOLDIER MODIFIED SCHUYLKILL ARSENAL MARKED HEAVY ARTILLERY ENLISTED FROCK COAT OF S.H. YAHRES, 5th PA HEAVY ARTILLERY
This Civil War Pattern 1858 uniform coat worn by a heavy artilleryman while serving as infantry has a great deal of character- good overall condition and color, but legitimate age in the darker tone of its brass buttons and slightly muted color of… (1268-543). Learn More »
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