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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE WESTERN CS BELT PLATE

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE WESTERN CS BELT PLATE

This is one of the rarest belt plates of the Confederacy. Made of solid cast brass, this plate is referred to as the "Spun Hooks” variety of the Solid Cast CS.  It takes its name from having been… (1202-258) SOLD. Learn More »

PREVIOUSLY UNKNOWN FEATURE ON A GEORGIA ARSENAL CANTEEN

PREVIOUSLY UNKNOWN FEATURE ON A GEORGIA ARSENAL CANTEEN

This is at first whiff the classic Civil War Confederate wood canteen made with simple lathe-turned front and back faces under curved and grooved staves secured with narrow iron hoops that are in turn… (88-201) SOLD. Learn More »

REMINGTON .44 CALIBER NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER

REMINGTON .44 CALIBER NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER

Remington was one of the principal cavalry sidearms of the Civil War and the dominant one in U.S. purchases starting in 1864. This Remington New Model Army .44 Caliber Revolver is serial numbered… (1256-193) SOLD. Learn More »

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR CANE FROM LITTLE ROUND TOP

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR CANE FROM LITTLE ROUND TOP

Wood cut from the battlefield furnished material for all sorts of Gettysburg souvenirs. Canes were one of the most popular- functional, particularly for the aging veterans who visited the battlefield… (2024-1810) SOLD. Learn More »

RARE CIVIL WAR 5th PATTERN UNION ARMS POCKET REVOLVER

RARE CIVIL WAR 5th PATTERN UNION ARMS POCKET REVOLVER

This is a .31 caliber, five shot revolver. One of approximately 13,000 produced from 1858 through the early 1860s. This revolver is serial numbered 8078, which places this example in the range of 5th… (2022-2420) SOLD. Learn More »

SUPERB M1858 NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH COVER, SLING, AND STOPPER!

SUPERB M1858 NEW YORK DEPOT CANTEEN WITH COVER, SLING, AND STOPPER!

This excellent smooth sided canteen was manufactured by the New York Depot and comes with the original cotton drill sling, jean cloth cover, and cork stopper. This style of canteen is among the most… (2023-128) SOLD. Learn More »

RARE IDENTIFIED REGULATION CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER'S CAP

RARE IDENTIFIED REGULATION CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER'S CAP

This example made of navy-blue broad cloth is a Model 1852 but one that conforms to the modified versions of 1862 that becoming more "Pill Box" in form rather than the "Wheel Hat" puffier crown type.… (88-198) SOLD. Learn More »

AMERICAN COPY BROWN BESS BAYONET WITH SCABBARD

AMERICAN COPY BROWN BESS BAYONET WITH SCABBARD

This is a very good example of an American copy of the British Brown Bess bayonet showing the same socket with collar and bridge, three-step mortice for a top-mounted bayonet lug, triangular blade… (160-600) SOLD. Learn More »

GREAT CONDITION CS CAPTURED AND COLLECTED BURNSIDE CARBINE

GREAT CONDITION CS CAPTURED AND COLLECTED BURNSIDE CARBINE

This 5th Model Burnside Carbine is in great condition, with very desirable features including a rare “Z” stamp, denoting that this weapon was captured and inspected for reissue by the… (2024-2094) SOLD. Learn More »

WILLIAM H. TIPTON VIEW #383: FORTIFICATIONS ON LITTLE ROUND TOP

WILLIAM H. TIPTON VIEW #383: FORTIFICATIONS ON LITTLE ROUND TOP

Born in Gettysburg in 1850, William H. Tipton learned photography as a member of the Tyson brothers’ studio at least as early as 1863 and actually appears seated in their photographic wagon in an… (2024-5061) SOLD. Learn More »

NEBUCHADNEZZSAR’S FAULT AND FALL—A SERMON PREACHED AT GRACE CHURCH, CHARLESTON, S.C….17TH OF FEBRUARY, 1861

NEBUCHADNEZZSAR’S FAULT AND FALL—A SERMON PREACHED AT GRACE CHURCH, CHARLESTON, S.C….17TH OF FEBRUARY, 1861

Published by A.J. Burke, Charleston, 186114 pp. In pale green wraps. Exhibits light wear and soling, w/upper quarter of front cover sliced off. One minor interior textual tear. Else VG. A scion of the… (1179-1723) SOLD. Learn More »

$75.00
SOLD

U.S.A. HOSPITAL DEPARTMENT BOTTLE

U.S.A. HOSPITAL DEPARTMENT BOTTLE

Here is a great example of a U.S. A. Hospital Department bottle in a light aqua color. The bottle measures 8 inches tall and is 3 inches in diameter. An embossed “U.S.A. HOSP. DEPT” is front and… (1256-133) SOLD. Learn More »

BULLET IN WOOD RECOVERED IN VIRGINIA

BULLET IN WOOD RECOVERED IN VIRGINIA

Excavated remains of a tree with a bullet fired into it.  Indeterminate type of bullet in the wood. Bullet is visible on one side of the wood. Chunk of wood measures 6 ½” long x 1 ¾” wide and… (1202-267) SOLD. Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 16, 1865—TRIAL OF HENRY WIRZ

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 16, 1865—TRIAL OF HENRY WIRZ

Vol. IX—No. 455. 16 pp. [577-592], w/numerous illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features illustration of “The Court-Room In Which Captain Wirz, The Andersonville Jailer,  Is Being Tried… (L15178G) SOLD. Learn More »

$15.00
SOLD

HARPER’S WEEKLY [VICKSBURG--GETTYSBURG CONTENT]—AUGUST 8, 1863

HARPER’S WEEKLY [VICKSBURG--GETTYSBURG CONTENT]—AUGUST 8, 1863

Vol. VII,--No. 343. 16 pp. [492-512], 15” x 11, 4 columns w/ numerous illustrations & cartoons. Slight chipping along left margins, else fine. Front page features story of the surrender of… (557-204) SOLD. Learn More »

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, JUNE 27, 1863 – VICKSBURG / PORT HUDSON

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, JUNE 27, 1863 – VICKSBURG / PORT HUDSON

Vol. VII—No. 339. 16 pp. [401-416], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. The front cover features a full page action sketch of a sharpshooter scene—“In the Trenches… (2023-2733) SOLD. Learn More »

$45.00
SOLD

BLADE SIGHT FOR 12-PDR FIELD GUN

BLADE SIGHT FOR 12-PDR FIELD GUN

This is a great piece of Civil War artillery history. It is an original front blade sight for a Civil War cannon. This measures 1.75” tall and is threaded at the bottom. One side of the sight is… (2024-2341) SOLD. Learn More »

ENLISTEDMAN’S “MODIFIED” GREATCOAT

ENLISTEDMAN’S “MODIFIED” GREATCOAT

This greatcoat (soldier’s overcoat) is a full-length blue coat that appears to have been customized by the wearer to better suit his needs. Here, the cape and cuffs were removed and two pockets were… (490-6733) SOLD. Learn More »

REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN

REMARKABLE ID DISC BELONGING TO GETTYSBURG CAMPAIGN COMBAT VETERAN

This exceedingly rare ID disc belonged to Jas. H. Smythe of Co. H, 2nd (Maryland) E.S. Volunteers - a 9-month regiment.  He enlisted on February 19, 1862 in Baltimore, Maryland at age 42. Before the… (490-7168) SOLD. Learn More »

CAPT. ALEXANDER GALLATIN McCHESNEY, CO. A VIRGINIA BATH CAVALRY AND CO. F 17th VIRGINIA BATTALION OF CAVALRY

CAPT. ALEXANDER GALLATIN McCHESNEY, CO. A VIRGINIA BATH CAVALRY AND CO. F 17th VIRGINIA BATTALION OF CAVALRY

This is one of three portraits we recently acquired showing the three sons of the McChesney family of Rockbridge County, Virginia, who served in the Confederate Army and which we offer separately.… (1266-190) SOLD. Learn More »

LT. ROBERT A. MCCHESNEY KILLED IN ACTION JUNE 29, 1861, WHILE LEADING A SCOUTING PARTY IN TUCKER COUNTY TO BREAK UP A UNIONIST MEETING

LT. ROBERT A. MCCHESNEY KILLED IN ACTION JUNE 29, 1861, WHILE LEADING A SCOUTING PARTY IN TUCKER COUNTY TO BREAK UP A UNIONIST MEETING

This is one of three portraits we recently acquired showing the three sons of the McChesney family of Rockbridge County, Virginia, who served in the Confederate Army and which we offer separately. All… (1266-189) SOLD. Learn More »

JAMES Z. McCHESNEY: 17th VIRGINIA CAVALRY BATTALION; 11th VA CAV; 14th VA CAV: GETTYSBURG, HAGERSTOWN, BRANDY STATION; SEVERELY WOUNDED BY SABER; ALMOST A SECOND LIEUTENANT

JAMES Z. McCHESNEY: 17th VIRGINIA CAVALRY BATTALION; 11th VA CAV; 14th VA CAV: GETTYSBURG, HAGERSTOWN, BRANDY STATION; SEVERELY WOUNDED BY SABER; ALMOST A SECOND LIEUTENANT

This is one of three portraits we recently acquired showing the three sons of the McChesney family of Rockbridge County, Virginia, who served in the Confederate army and which we are offering… (1266-187) SOLD. Learn More »

CIVIL WAR REGULATION US ARMY OFFICER’S SASH

CIVIL WAR REGULATION US ARMY OFFICER’S SASH

This is the regulation crimson silk net sash worn by all commissioned officers below the rank of general, regardless of branch of service with the exception of medical staff, who were permitted green… (1179-1425) SOLD. Learn More »

UNIQUE CIVIL WAR TINTYPE OF US INFANTRYMAN WITH ORNATE CASE

UNIQUE CIVIL WAR TINTYPE OF US INFANTRYMAN WITH ORNATE CASE

A fine image of a Federal enlisted man in dress uniform. The young man in this photograph is finely appointed in a Federal issue dress coat, commonly referred to as a frock coat. The light blue piping… (1221-52) SOLD. Learn More »

RARE AND EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR MEDICAL INSIGNIA

RARE AND EXCELLENT CIVIL WAR MEDICAL INSIGNIA

This rectangular hospital steward insignia is made of green wool cut in a slanted fashion with an indigo dyed broadcloth backing, differing favorably in quality from many period examples that used an… (490-7131) SOLD. Learn More »

EXCELLENT IDENTIFIED CARPET BAG – DANIEL SNYDER, 205TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

EXCELLENT IDENTIFIED CARPET BAG – DANIEL SNYDER, 205TH PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

This carpet bag is unlike most antique carpet bags, in that it belonged to Private Daniel Snyder, Company E, 205th Pennsylvania Infantry. Ubiquitous among people of the period, the humble carpet bag… (557-261) SOLD. Learn More »

WONDERFUL GETTYSBURG RECOVERED CS SPHERICAL SHOT – DEVIL’S DEN; EX-AL FLICKINGER COLLECTION

WONDERFUL GETTYSBURG RECOVERED CS SPHERICAL SHOT – DEVIL’S DEN; EX-AL FLICKINGER COLLECTION

This spherical shot was recovered in the fields just below Devil’s Den, which hosted the attack of Hood’s Division. Weighing at a correct 6lbs and measuring 3.67”, this artillery round has been… (2024-1985) SOLD. Learn More »

LINCOLN FUNERAL ADDRESS—DELIVERED AT THE BURIAL OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN, SPRINGFIELD, ILL., MAY 4, 1865

LINCOLN FUNERAL ADDRESS—DELIVERED AT THE BURIAL OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN, SPRINGFIELD, ILL., MAY 4, 1865

By Rev. Matthew D. Simpson. Published by Carleton & Porter, New York. 1865. 21 pp. Wraps. Slight chipping along spine, rear covered detached. A fine Lincoln collectible, the very funeral address… (1179-1763) SOLD. Learn More »

HALL BREECHLOADING RIFLE BAYONET

HALL BREECHLOADING RIFLE BAYONET

This is an excellent example, in the bright, as they were issued, with good edge and point, showing smooth metal with just some scattered gray, age spots. These look like the standard M1816 bayonet… (1179-1248) SOLD. Learn More »

PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN MOURNING COVER / ENVELOPE

PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN MOURNING COVER / ENVELOPE

Unused postal envelope measuring 5 ½” x 3 ½”.  Features black border with a representation of Lincoln at left. The reverse has a black border along the edges of the flaps.  Overall very fine… (1179-1757) SOLD. Learn More »

$40.00
SOLD

CDV OF THE WAR-TORN REGIMENTAL FLAG OF THE 44th NEW YORK INFANTRY

CDV OF THE WAR-TORN REGIMENTAL FLAG OF THE 44th NEW YORK INFANTRY

This CDV features a front & center view of the bullet-ridden flag of the 44th New York. This view shows the flag on a staff hanging just so as to create some movement near the center of the flag.… (2024-1290) SOLD. Learn More »

M1855 SOCKET BAYONET BY AMOSKEAG

M1855 SOCKET BAYONET BY AMOSKEAG

Due to the increase in arms production during the Civil War, Springfield Amory reached out to various independent contractors.  Many contractors did not have any identifying marks.  However, the… (1263-34) SOLD. Learn More »

VERY FINE M1860 CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD BY MANSFIELD & LAMB, DATED 1864

VERY FINE M1860 CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD BY MANSFIELD & LAMB, DATED 1864

The weapon is a Model 1860 Light Cavalry saber. Considered a lighter, more maneuverable weapon than its predecessor the Model 1840 “Wristbreaker”. The blade measures 35” long with a 27” long… (299-14) SOLD. Learn More »

NON-DUG MODEL 1859 CAVALRY SPUR WITH STRAP, BUCKLE, AND ROWEL

NON-DUG MODEL 1859 CAVALRY SPUR WITH STRAP, BUCKLE, AND ROWEL

Offered here is a single non-dug U.S. Model 1859 brass spur. This is the “gutter back” variety with no other ornamentation. The rowel is clean and spins freely. Leather strap shows wear but… (1256-48) SOLD. Learn More »

CIVIL WAR BUFF LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK

CIVIL WAR BUFF LEATHER CAVALRY CARBINE SLING & SNAP HOOK

A very nice example of the Civil War cavalry shoulder sling designed for use with carbines fitted with sling rings. The sling was to be worn over the left shoulder with its buckle to the back. This… (1256-30) SOLD. Learn More »

GWYN & CAMPBELL CARBINE

GWYN & CAMPBELL CARBINE

Here is a Type III Gwyn & Campbell carbine. One of some 4,000200 carbines produced, the .52 caliber, percussion breech-loading Gwyn & Campbell carbine was the invention of businessmen Edward… (864-13) SOLD. Learn More »

CDV OF 1ST LIEUTENANT ROBERT BOGGS – 1ST NEW JERSEY INFANTRY – KIA; WITH UNIQUE NOTE

CDV OF 1ST LIEUTENANT ROBERT BOGGS – 1ST NEW JERSEY INFANTRY – KIA; WITH UNIQUE NOTE

This Carte de Visite photograph of Robert Boggs features a proud young officer in his Junior Officer’s Frock and what is likely a privately purchased forage cap resting on a prop Greek column.  The… (2024-1818) SOLD. Learn More »

SIGNED CDV OF CAPTAIN SMITH GREENE BLYTHE – 1ST NJ - WIA AT 2nd FREDERICKSBURG, WILDERNESS!

SIGNED CDV OF CAPTAIN SMITH GREENE BLYTHE – 1ST NJ - WIA AT 2nd FREDERICKSBURG, WILDERNESS!

Born in Cranberry, New Jersey on November 6th, 1841, Smith Green Blythe enlisted on May 22nd, 1861 as a Sergeant in Company D, 1st New Jersey Infantry. According to official records, Blythe was… (2024-1817) SOLD. Learn More »

CDV OF CAPTAIN JOHN SUMMERHAYES - 20TH MASS INFANTRY - HARVARD REGIMENT!

CDV OF CAPTAIN JOHN SUMMERHAYES - 20TH MASS INFANTRY - HARVARD REGIMENT!

Wonderful Carte de Visite photograph of John Wyer Summerhayes of Nantucket, Massachusetts, featuring a possible signature.  He was 25 when he enlisted on September 9th, 1861.  From there he… (2024-1816) SOLD. Learn More »

CDV OF COLONEL FRANCIS LEE – 44th MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY

CDV OF COLONEL FRANCIS LEE – 44th MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY

Born in Newton, Mass; Francis was a 39-year-old student when he enlisted on May 26th, 1862 as a Major. The next day, he was commissioned into Field and Staff of the 4th Massachusetts Battalion of… (2024-1815) SOLD. Learn More »

TOKEN FROM 1902 U.C.V. REUNION IN DALLAS

TOKEN FROM 1902 U.C.V. REUNION IN DALLAS

Brass or bronze token from the April 1902 United Confederate Veteran’s reunion in Dallas, Texas. Token is 1.41” in diameter and 0.1” thick. Face features profile bust of Robert E. Lee. Reverse… (1179-2138) SOLD. Learn More »

$75.00
SOLD

SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR

SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR

The Southern Cross of Honor was conceived of in 1898, adopted in 1899 and first issued in 1900. These were given by the United Daughters of the Confederacy to living Confederate veterans with… (2024-1906) SOLD. Learn More »

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR ID DISK – POW CHARLES BADGER, 9th MARYLAND, Co. G

This is an exciting piece of specifically identified Civil War history.  This ID disk is in wonderful condition and reads “CHARLES BADGER CO. G 9TH MD. V. ENLISTED JUNE 30TH 1863 BALTIMORE”. … (490-7167) SOLD. Learn More »

SHELL FRAGMENT FROM FREDERICKSBURG

SHELL FRAGMENT FROM FREDERICKSBURG

Narrow piece from a shell meas. approx. 4.50 x 1.00 inches. Nicely written on the face in white paint is “FREDERICKSBURG, VA.” Attached is a printed tag that reads “BATTLES OF FREDERICKSBURG… (410-852A) SOLD. Learn More »

$25.00
SOLD

SHELL FRAGMENT FROM FREDERICKSBURG

SHELL FRAGMENT FROM FREDERICKSBURG

Large piece from the nose of a Hotchkiss shell meas. approx. 4.00 x 2.75 inches. Nicely written on the face in white paint is “FREDERICKSBURG, VA.” Attached is a printed tag that reads “BATTLES… (410-852) SOLD. Learn More »

$25.00
SOLD

PARTIAL CARTRIDGE PACK AND BULLET FOR SAVAGE REVOLVER

PARTIAL CARTRIDGE PACK AND BULLET FOR SAVAGE REVOLVER

Offered here is a broken pack for .36 caliber Savage cartridges as made by Robert Chadwick’s Hartford Cartridge Works in Connecticut. Chadwick made ammunition for many different gun… (2024-1918) SOLD. Learn More »

$40.00
SOLD

1800s BINOCULARS AND CASE MADE BY NEGRETTI & ZAMBRA IN LONDON, OPTICIANS TO THE QUEEN

1800s BINOCULARS AND CASE MADE BY NEGRETTI & ZAMBRA IN LONDON, OPTICIANS TO THE QUEEN

Offered here is a very fine pair of Civil War-era binoculars with their original case. These are an early style with the straight nose bridge. Made of brass and covered in black pain and black… (2024-1890) SOLD. Learn More »

IDENTIFIED BLACK BUFF CARTRIDGE BOX SLING

IDENTIFIED BLACK BUFF CARTRIDGE BOX SLING

This infantry cartridge box sling has a large very nicely done ink identification on the inside reading, “OLIE, R. BROUSE. / 2nd Ward Indianapolis,” who seems to have served in three different… (2024-1343) SOLD. Learn More »

RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE MODEL 1860 SPENCER RIFLE

RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE MODEL 1860 SPENCER RIFLE

Made for the Model 1860 Spencer Army rifle, this extremely scarce Federal accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet in very good condition. Roy Marcot’s book, Spencer Repeating Firearms,… (490-6980) SOLD. Learn More »

REDWARE CROCK BY JOHN BELL OF WAYNESBORO, PA

REDWARE CROCK BY JOHN BELL OF WAYNESBORO, PA

This beautiful crock with an applied handle and mottled dark brown glaze stands approx. 11 ½” tall. It is 6 ¼” in diameter at the base.  Overall, in very fine condition; has minor surface wear,… (1266-146) SOLD. Learn More »


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CONFEDERATE GENERAL LUNSFORD LINDSAY LOMAX AS A WEST POINT CADET IN DAGUERREOTYPE BY ANSON CA. 1854/55, EX-BILL TURNER COLLECTION

Formerly in the collection of Virginia collector and dealer Bill Turner this ninth plate cased daguerreotype by Rufus Anson of New York City is extremely clear, nicely cased, has a mat showing the photographer’s name and address, and shows later… (1138-1905). Learn More »

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