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BROKEN SPUR FROM UNION CAMPSITE AT BANK’S FORD

BROKEN SPUR FROM UNION CAMPSITE AT BANK’S FORD

This was a Federal officer’s style spur. Brass with stippled surface and engraved flourish at the neck. This spur was broken in two and, by the color, appears to have been tossed in a fire. One arm… (236-173). Learn More »

$45.00
ON HOLD

CONFEDERATE .69 CALIBER “NESLER” BULLETS – HERR RIDGE, GETTYSBURG

CONFEDERATE .69 CALIBER “NESLER” BULLETS – HERR RIDGE, GETTYSBURG

Excavated “short pattern” Nesler bullets recovered from Herr Ridge, on the west side of Gettysburg. Herr Ridge was key in the first day’s fight on July 1, 1863. Several Confederate attacks were… (236-403). Learn More »

US CIVIL WAR CAVALRY SPUR FROM 2ND MANASSAS

US CIVIL WAR CAVALRY SPUR FROM 2ND MANASSAS

Relic brass spur is complete with a complete iron rowel. Regulation Federal style spur with square strap brackets at ends of arms. Found with small strap roller buckle. Perfect even brown patina with… (236-171). Learn More »

$95.00
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RELIC .52 CALIBER SHARPS BULLET MOLD

RELIC .52 CALIBER SHARPS BULLET MOLD

Iron, scissor-type bullet mold that cast a single .52 caliber “New Model” Sharps bullet. Mold measures approximately 9” overall. Nippers are on the front end of the mold block. Iron was cleaned… (236-192). Learn More »

U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE – IDENTIFIED TO OHIO SOLDIER

U.S. PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE – IDENTIFIED TO OHIO SOLDIER

This U.S. eagle plate was affixed to the front of the shoulder belt for the infantry cartridge box. It features the spread-winged eagle design. Brass face exhibits a beautiful, smooth chocolate brown… (236-197). Learn More »

$650.00
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SECTION OF CIVIL WAR ERA “PEAR RAIL” RAILROAD IRON

SECTION OF CIVIL WAR ERA “PEAR RAIL” RAILROAD IRON

Offered here is a heavy 4” wide, 1 3/4” long, 4” tall section of “pear rail” railroad rail.  The iron has been cleaned and coated and remains very well preserved. This piece was recovered… (490-3996B). Learn More »

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE STATES CIVIL WAR “GUTTER-BACK” FRAME BUCKLE” RECOVERED BY BILL GAVIN

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE STATES CIVIL WAR “GUTTER-BACK” FRAME BUCKLE” RECOVERED BY BILL GAVIN

This original, Confederate waist buckle is a good dug specimen of a brass, rectangular ‘gutter-back frame’ buckle recovered from a CS camp site near Hamilton’s Crossing in Fredericksburg, VA.… (575-13). Learn More »

$595.00
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DUG STRUCK IRON SHEET METAL BUCKLE

DUG STRUCK IRON SHEET METAL BUCKLE

Rectangular sheet metal plate with a small square shaped hole passing through it almost at the center point. With the plate is the bar and tongue which broke off the reverse. Item is dug but location… (2023-2105). Learn More »

ENCRUSTED CANISTER BALL & ENFIELD BULLET FROM SHIP WRECK

ENCRUSTED CANISTER BALL & ENFIELD BULLET FROM SHIP WRECK

This is a small iron mass containing an Enfield bullet and a canister ball. Canister is approximately 1.15” in diameter and was for the 12-pounder Napoleon cannon. Stones and what appears to be a… (2023-1993). Learn More »

RELIC US/CS RAKING SPUR RECOVERED FROM FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC US/CS RAKING SPUR RECOVERED FROM FREDERICKSBURG

Item is a single, delicate brass spur with oval yokes and a horizontal rowel. The spur is solid but the rowel has rusted and is missing half of its surface.   [ad]… (2023-1436). Learn More »

RELIC CIVIL WAR ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALE FROM FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC CIVIL WAR ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALE FROM FREDERICKSBURG

Introduced in 1851 for mounted troops, brass shoulder scales were decorative, but were also meant to be a shoulder defense against saber cuts. In 1854/55 they became regulation for all branches of… (2023-1473). Learn More »

RELIC CIVIL WAR ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALE FROM FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC CIVIL WAR ENLISTED SHOULDER SCALE FROM FREDERICKSBURG

Introduced in 1851 for mounted troops, brass shoulder scales were decorative, but were also meant to be a shoulder defense against saber cuts. In 1854/55 they became regulation for all branches of… (2023-1474). Learn More »

EARLY 19TH CENTURY SECTION OF A JOINTED CURB BIT RECOVERED WHEN DIGGING THE FOUNDATION OF THE "ELECTRIC MAP" BUILDING – GEISELMAN COLLECTION

EARLY 19TH CENTURY SECTION OF A JOINTED CURB BIT RECOVERED WHEN DIGGING THE FOUNDATION OF THE "ELECTRIC MAP" BUILDING – GEISELMAN COLLECTION

One-half section of an iron jointed curb bit in relic condition. A small section of the hook remains that held the curb bit chain. Identified in John Geiselman's museum collection by his inventory… (224-404). Learn More »

$200.00
Originally $265.00

SELECTION OF CIVIL WAR BRASS HAT LETTERS AND NUMBERS

SELECTION OF CIVIL WAR BRASS HAT LETTERS AND NUMBERS

These were worn on soldier’s hats and caps to designate their specific Company or Regiment. Stamped brass, large size are approximately 1” tall; small size approximately 0.75” tall. They… (2023-). Learn More »

CRUDE “CONFEDERATE” CLAY INKWELL

CRUDE “CONFEDERATE” CLAY INKWELL

Here is a nice, excavated Civil War-era inkwell known as the "cone" style. This piece remains in fine condition with a raised spout. Measures approximately 2.5” tall x 2.5” in diameter. Bottom… (1184-292). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT BETHESDA CHURCH BY SID KERKSIS

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT BETHESDA CHURCH BY SID KERKSIS

This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Bethesda Church by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1661). Learn More »

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT FUSSELL’S MILL, ALSO KNOWN AS THE SECOND BATTLE OF DEEP BOTTOM, BY SID KERKSIS IN 1956

PATTERN 1826 EAGLE BREAST PLATE DUG AT FUSSELL’S MILL, ALSO KNOWN AS THE SECOND BATTLE OF DEEP BOTTOM, BY SID KERKSIS IN 1956

This plate was recovered on the battlefield of Fussell’s Mill by Syd Kerksis, one of the legendary early relic hunters and collectors, author of books on military belt plates and Civil War… (2023-1660). Learn More »

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR RELIC DESK SET

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR RELIC DESK SET

Made by John Goode. Mounted on a flat wooden plaque measuring 7 x 4 x .875”, with small dark front sticker label: “Gettysburg / July 1863.” The set contains a small, flower decorated inkwell,… (M24195). Learn More »

$1,450.00
Originally $1,750.00

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR ORANGE, VA

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR ORANGE, VA

Model 1839 cartridge box plate with central “US”. Plate has a great face with smooth brown patina. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill. Both wire loops remain strong. This plate was recovered near… (1184-109). Learn More »

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR ORANGE, VA

RELIC, PATTERN 1839 OVAL CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE DUG NEAR ORANGE, VA

Model 1839 cartridge box plate with central “US”. Plate has a great face with a mottled patina. Reverse has 100% of the lead fill. Both wire loops remain strong. This plate was recovered near… (1184-108). Learn More »


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CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER BY FROELICH

This is a very early and possibly unique Confederate cavalry saber, possibly even a cavalry officer’s saber, by Louis Froelich. It uses a crudely cast, heavy, thick guard, with the side branches branching off from the knucklebow at two different… (870-614). Learn More »

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