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BEAUTIFUL JEWELER-MADE SILVER AND BLUE ENAMEL FIRST RHODE ISLAND DETACHED MILITIA BADGE

BEAUTIFUL JEWELER-MADE SILVER AND BLUE ENAMEL FIRST RHODE ISLAND DETACHED MILITIA BADGE

This silver badge is intricately engraved with a double border and bears the Rhode Island state seal at top: a blue enamel anchor underneath the motto “HOPE,” also in blue enamel, on a banderole,… (286-1088). Learn More »

“FAN OF CORNUCOPIA” UNION CASE

“FAN OF CORNUCOPIA” UNION CASE

Adorned with cornucopia’s fanned in the center inlayed with floral motifs, this union case is perfect for anyone looking to frame a daguerreotype and/or ambrotype.  This frame case is empty and… (1043-209). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $125.00

LARGE TINNED MESS IRON CUP

LARGE TINNED MESS IRON CUP

Mess gear was issued by the various recruiting services, first by the states and later by the federal government. Early in the war local suppliers were often sourced and you also had privately… (490-1852). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $375.00

MORTON POST #54 GAR CANE – STATE OF MICHIGAN

MORTON POST #54 GAR CANE – STATE OF MICHIGAN

Wooden cane meas. approx. 35.25 inches long. The top 6.00 inches of the cane is round with the next 11.00 inches being four sided before returning to a round configuration at bottom. Faintly painted… (595-1295). Learn More »

VICTORIAN LADIES' BUCKLE

VICTORIAN LADIES' BUCKLE

Beautiful black buckle is made of black crepe stones. Original attachment hooks and pin and hook are present on reverse and fully function. Buckle measures approx. 2 ½” x 3”. This would have been… (344-2627). Learn More »

MATCHED SET OF SIX KNIVES AND SIX FORKS

MATCHED SET OF SIX KNIVES AND SIX FORKS

Offered here is a nice matched set of old knives and forks. The knives feature a round end blade and dark wood handles held in place with three pins.  The matching forks have three tines. Wood… (179-1101). Learn More »

UNDATED AND UNSIGNED VICTORIAN SAMPLER

UNDATED AND UNSIGNED VICTORIAN SAMPLER

Item meas. approx. 16.50 x 9.50 inches and consists of a linen cheesecloth type material with several rows of letters and numbers. Across the top is the alphabet from “A-U” in uppercase letters… (179-1055). Learn More »

EARLY SILVER MOUNTED TRAVELER’S OR OFFICER’S FOLDING UTENSIL SET

EARLY SILVER MOUNTED TRAVELER’S OR OFFICER’S FOLDING UTENSIL SET

Early travelers and military officers on campaign carried their own eating utensils as a matter of course. This is a nice folding fork, knife and spoon with black wood handles, silver mounted, and… (172-5566). Learn More »

SILVER SHIELD STYLE ID BADGE BELONGING TO DAVID DONNER OF CO. K, 3rd NJ VOLS.

SILVER SHIELD STYLE ID BADGE BELONGING TO DAVID DONNER OF CO. K, 3rd NJ VOLS.

This small patriotic shield badge measures just shy of one inch long by ¾ of an inch wide. The badge itself is quite thin and is missing its pin-back latch. The engraving is legible; however there is… (M26066). Learn More »

19th CENTURY DRAFTING SET

19th CENTURY DRAFTING SET

Drafting tools in original sharkskin case. Case is sturdy, but top is missing from the hinged lid. Interior is still lined in the original paper and has several sections into which rulers and… (801-138). Learn More »

$120.00
Originally $150.00

BIRMINGHAM SOUVENIR MUG

BIRMINGHAM SOUVENIR MUG

Decorative, vintage mug shows hand painted flowers surrounding gold gilt lettering that reads, "A PRESENT FROM BIRMINGHAM". Gold gilt bands surround rim and base. No maker's mark. This could be a… (179-1014). Learn More »

15th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN PRESENTATION CANE FROM CAPTAIN G.S. CLARK

15th PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN PRESENTATION CANE FROM CAPTAIN G.S. CLARK

Made from a tree branch cut as a souvenir, varnished and fitted with a metal tip and silver knob, this cane bears a nicely engraved presentation from Captain George S. Clark of the 15th Pa. Cavalry.… (945-517). Learn More »

$950.00
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GRANT AND COLFAX 1868 CAMPAIGN FERROTYPE

GRANT AND COLFAX 1868 CAMPAIGN FERROTYPE

This two-sided brass disk bears miniature tintype portraits of Grant on one side and Schuyler Colfax, his vice-presidential running mate on the other. A raised edge with beaded borders reads, “For… (1097-07). Learn More »

GROUP OF ASSORTED UTENSILS

GROUP OF ASSORTED UTENSILS

Offered here are two spoons and scissors. Iron scissors are 6” long with black patina and surface pitting on blades. One spoon is a plain iron spoon with large bowl and thin, flat handle. The other… (160-23). Learn More »

SCRIMSHAW FOLDING TOOL

SCRIMSHAW FOLDING TOOL

Item is made of bone with black accents, handle is in the shape of an arm. Hand on the end shows an outstretched thumb. Thin blade pivots on a tack to slide in and out of either side of… (179-881). Learn More »

SWEDGED BACK DRESSING COMBS BOX

SWEDGED BACK DRESSING COMBS BOX

Red paste board box has label on top that reads, “SWEDGED BACK DRESSING COMBS / 1 DOZEN / 6 ½” INCH”. A decorative filigree border surrounds lettering. Pencil markings are present on box top… (1041-440). Learn More »

STAFFORD BROTHERS SOFT ENAMELED THREAD BOX

STAFFORD BROTHERS SOFT ENAMELED THREAD BOX

Paste board box has label on top that reads, “STAFFORD BROTHERS SOFT ENAMELED THREAD / ONE DOZEN / SUPERIOR FINISH / WARRANTED 200 YARDS / FOR HAND OR MACHINE SEWING”. Image of a mill or factory… (1041-441). Learn More »

LARGE SCREWDRIVER WITH WOODEN HANDLE

LARGE SCREWDRIVER WITH WOODEN HANDLE

Screwdriver has turned wooden handle with brass ferrule and steel blade. Handle has various nicks, scratches and spots. Very sturdy, solid piece. Measures 17 ¼” long. … (179-787). Learn More »

PEWTER WHALE OIL LAMP

PEWTER WHALE OIL LAMP

Turned candle stick base with acorn shaped top and burner. Pewter has a darkened patina with a few scattered small dings and dents. Whale oil was the preferred source of lighting in the early 1800s,… (179-784). Learn More »

FLINT GLASS GOBLET

FLINT GLASS GOBLET

Goblet is made of heavy flint glass with a design of eight arched flutes. Glass has a golden hue to it. Measures 5.25 inches high x 3.25 inches in diameter at the base. No chips or cracks. Bubbles and… (179-766). Learn More »


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MISSOURI CONFEDERATE FROCK COAT, SASH, CS SWORD BELT, AND HOLSTER, OF MAJOR WILLIAM F. HAINES, WITH FAMILY ARCHIVE OF PHOTOS & PAPERS: SHILOH, VICKSBURG, AND NEGOTIATIONS WITH SHERMAN FOR SURRENDER OF GEN. L.S. BAKER’S COMMAND IN APRIL 1865

This beautiful, identified Confederate major’s coat, sash, sword belt, sash, and holster, once in the Texas Civil War Museum, comes with two brown ink notes that were pinned to it, one reading: “Major W. F. Haines / Bowens Staff / Confederate… (1179-277). Learn More »

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