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GRANT LEAVES THE WILDERNESS MAY 7, 1864, BY FREDERICK RAY

GRANT LEAVES THE WILDERNESS MAY 7, 1864, BY FREDERICK RAY

Artist Frederick Ray (1920-2001) is perhaps best known for his popular comic book art that included subjects like Superman and Batman, but he had a strong interest in historical subjects, both… (141-85). Learn More »

PENNSYLVANIA CAPTAIN’S COMMISSION FOR ELI DAUGHTERY - CO. K, 210TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

PENNSYLVANIA CAPTAIN’S COMMISSION FOR ELI DAUGHTERY - CO. K, 210TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

Dated Harrisburg, PA, 7 November 1864. Pre-printed state commission document, 16” x 13, w/ state seal, signed by Eli Slifer, Secretary of the Commonwealth.  Double matted in gray & black,… (2024-221). Learn More »

$275.00
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MUSTER ROLL OF CAPTAIN SPEAR’S COMPANY, 23RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY (3 MONTH REGIMENT)

MUSTER ROLL OF CAPTAIN SPEAR’S COMPANY, 23RD PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY (3 MONTH REGIMENT)

Standard Government muster roll, 33” x 20.  Lists 64 names. Signed Captain Hiram K. Spears, June 30th 1861, Camp near Downsville, MD. Exhibits wear and chipping near extremities. Old tape repairs… (1154-32). Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, NOVEMBER 7, 1863 – BRISTOE STATION/ ARMY OF THE CUMBERLAND

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, NOVEMBER 7, 1863 – BRISTOE STATION/ ARMY OF THE CUMBERLAND

Vol. VII—No. 358. 16 pp. [705-720], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and stories. Front cover features dramatic depiction of “The Army of the Cumberland—A Troop Train Passing… (557-65). Learn More »

$22.50
Originally $45.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, MARCH 25, 1865 – TREASURY SECRETARY McCULLOUGH/ GEN. SHERIDAN

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, MARCH 25, 1865 – TREASURY SECRETARY McCULLOUGH/ GEN. SHERIDAN

Vol. IX----No. 430. 16 pp. [177-192], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features portrait illustration of “Hon. Hugh McCullough, Secretary of the… (557-63). Learn More »

$22.50
Originally $45.00

RICHMOND DAILY EXAMINER—MARCH 1, 1865

RICHMOND DAILY EXAMINER—MARCH 1, 1865

2pp., 17” x 23., 6 columns. Exhibits fold-marks, light chipping at the extremities. Else VG. Contains new from the Confederate States Congress and the Virginia House of Representatives as well as… (766-1800). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $200.00

RARE MEXICAN WAR NEWSPAPER “THE WEEKLY HERALD” FOR JULY 31, 1847

RARE MEXICAN WAR NEWSPAPER “THE WEEKLY HERALD” FOR JULY 31, 1847

Newspaper is a complete issue of the New York Weekly Herald for July 31, 1847 featuring a half page drawing of Castle Perote in Mexico. The drawing of the fort is very detailed showing all the gun… (772-37). Learn More »

$37.50
Originally $75.00

ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE, VA. - DECEMBER 30, 1862

ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE, VA.- DECEMBER 30, 1862

Volume LXIII/ Number 319. Four pages, 12.25 x 9”, three columns. Exhibits light chipping and soiling at the extremities. Else VG and entirely legible. Printed daily, the Alexandria Gazette… (959-14). Learn More »

$32.50
Originally $65.00

ADVERTISING CARD FOR MASSACHUSETTS BOOKSELLER WITH CARICATURE OF BENJAMIN BUTLER

ADVERTISING CARD FOR MASSACHUSETTS BOOKSELLER WITH CARICATURE OF BENJAMIN BUTLER

Card meas. 2.75 x 4.25 inches and reads “EZRA E. ADAMS, SUBSCRIPTION BOOKS, PAPERS, NOVELTIES, & C. CHARLESTOWN, MASS.” At bottom is a caricature of Ben Butler as a baby wearing a baby’s… (490-6181). Learn More »

THE CHRISTIAN BANNER - FREDERICKSBURG, VA, JULY 14, 1862

THE CHRISTIAN BANNER - FREDERICKSBURG, VA, JULY 14, 1862

Vol. 1, [Number 13]. 4 pp., 18” x 13.25, six columns. Exhibits fold-marks, chipping round the margins, and light water staining. Else VG, and entirely legible. The paper began publication in 1848… (1000-2838). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00

1866 ROGERS GROUP: TAKING THE OATH AND DRAWING RATIONS

1866 ROGERS GROUP: TAKING THE OATH AND DRAWING RATIONS

John Rogers (1829-1904) produced a number of monumental sculptures on commission, but is best known for his series of some 85 “Rogers Groups.” Produced from 1859 to 1902 and supplied in plaster… (M26078). Learn More »

$750.00
Originally $975.00

1769 DATED INVOICE SIGNED BY MOSES HAZEN

1769 DATED INVOICE SIGNED BY MOSES HAZEN

This is a folded invoice written in ink; readable except for understanding abbreviations. Paper slip measures 12.5" x 4.5". First entry is dated 1768 regarding "Dobie & Frobisher" with a final… (2023-3048). Learn More »

US ARMY RECRUITING BROADSIDE DATED 1863

US ARMY RECRUITING BROADSIDE DATED 1863

Uncommon version of a United States Government Civil War recruiting poster for the year 1863. The poster measures 12.5 inches by 19.5 inches. It reads: RECRUITING SERVICE / WANTED, for the UNITED… (915-18). Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER DIARY GROUPING - PRIVATE DAVID C. THOMPSON, COMPANY “C”, NEW YORK 1ST LIGHT ARTILLERY [GETTYSBURG UNIT] / CO “A”, 101ST PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

UNION SOLDIER DIARY GROUPING - PRIVATE DAVID C. THOMPSON, COMPANY “C”, NEW YORK 1ST LIGHT ARTILLERY [GETTYSBURG UNIT] / CO “A”, 101ST PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

Consists of three standard-size pocket diaries—dated 1861, 1862, 1863—detailing Thompson’s service activities, entries running from 10/4/1861 to 12/4/1863. Inscription front eps, 1863 diary—in… (2023-2639). Learn More »

PROMOTION CERTIFICATE - CORPORAL GEORGE W. THOMPSON, CO. “K”, 21ST KENTUCKY VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

PROMOTION CERTIFICATE - CORPORAL GEORGE W. THOMPSON, CO. “K”, 21ST KENTUCKY VETERAN VOLUNTEERS

Dated January 24, 1865, Huntsville, AL. Pre-printed form/ “To all who shall see these presents, greeting:” This certificate promotes George W. Thompson to the rank of corporal in Co. “K”, 21st… (998-470). Learn More »

$65.00
Originally $95.00

CONFEDERATE SOLDIER LETTER - COLONEL JOHN B. BEALL, 19TH GEORGIA INFANTRY

CONFEDERATE SOLDIER LETTER - COLONEL JOHN B. BEALL, 19TH GEORGIA INFANTRY

Addressed to “My Darling” 7 pp. in ink on unlined paper, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks, else VG plus. A native of Carroll County, GA. John B. Beall lived a varied life as soldier, lawyer, poet,… (1189-91). Learn More »

CURRIER COLOR LITHOGRAPH: “MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT…GENERAL IN CHIEF, UNITED STATES ARMY.THE HERO OF CHIPPEWA, LUNDY’S LANE AND VERA CRUZ.”

CURRIER COLOR LITHOGRAPH: “MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT…GENERAL IN CHIEF, UNITED STATES ARMY.THE HERO OF CHIPPEWA, LUNDY’S LANE AND VERA CRUZ.”

Published by N. Currier, New York. Framed in plain black painted wood, 15” x 20.5, w/ wood backing and string wire. Interior lithograph, 11” x 13.25. Color Lithograph depicts Gen. Scott reviewing… (1032-157). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00

FRAMED ENGRAVING “LIEUT. THOMAS J. JACKSON AND HIS FAMILY / (“STONEWALL” JACKSON)”

FRAMED ENGRAVING “LIEUT. THOMAS J. JACKSON AND HIS FAMILY / (“STONEWALL” JACKSON)”

“Proof” engraving by William Sartain. Published by Bradley & Co. Publishers, Phila, 1866. Framed in brown wooden frame, 31.75 x 26”, with interior gilt trim, w/ black paper backing &… (1032-169). Learn More »

$1,600.00
Originally $2,000.00

SONGSHEET - "SONGS & BALLADS SUNG BY MISS CATHARINE HAYES"

SONGSHEET - "SONGS & BALLADS SUNG BY MISS CATHARINE HAYES"

Song sheet shows a filigree design on the cover behind the title and a list of songs. It was published by Russell & Tolmann of Boston. Inside is the music and words to the song, "THE CHILD OF THE… (1054-846). Learn More »

$14.00
Originally $20.00

MEXICAN WAR COLORED LITHOGRAPH - “MONTEREY, FROM INDEPENDENCE HILL, IN THE REAR OF BISHOP’S PALACE.”

MEXICAN WAR COLORED LITHOGRAPH - “MONTEREY, FROM INDEPENDENCE HILL, IN THE REAR OF BISHOP’S PALACE.”

By D.F. Whiting. Published by G. & W. Endicott, New York, 1847. Framed in black painted wood, 20.5” 17.5, w/wood backing and hang-wire. Lithograph depicts Gen. Winfield Scott’s position at… (1032-160). Learn More »

$280.00
Originally $350.00


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RARE EBERLE 1796 CONTRACT MARKED BAYONET

This rare bayonet is marked by the maker in a sunken cartouche with raised letters on the base of the blade reading “Eberle.” Charles Louis Eberle emigrated to the U.S. from Germany with brothers George A. and Henry J. in 1794, arriving in… (1052-86). Learn More »

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