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RELIC MODEL 1816 SPRINGFIELD LOCKPLATE

RELIC MODEL 1816 SPRINGFIELD LOCKPLATE

Excavated iron lockplate from a m-1816 Springfield musket that was converted to percussion.  Surface pitting from being in the ground but has been cleaned by electrolysis.  “US” is visible amid… (1000-2128). Learn More »

RELIC MODEL 1855 LOCKPLATE AND HAMMER

RELIC MODEL 1855 LOCKPLATE AND HAMMER

Excavated iron lockplate from a Model 1855 rifle musket.  Lockplate with hammer and components. Hump back style plate featuring cutout for Maynard’s primers.  Relic is encrusted with rust and has… (1000-2115). Learn More »

DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR

DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR

This is a nice, excavated Confederate spur.  It is cast brass and retains a good green patina.  Possibly a copy of a civilian style. Has curved neck with no iron rowel remaining.  Slight bend at… (1000-1520). Learn More »

DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR

DUG CONFEDERATE SPUR

This is a nice, excavated Confederate spur. Similar in style to federal spurs. It is cast brass and retains a good green patina.  Has squared-off neck with no iron rowel remaining.  Slight bend in… (1000-1515). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE .69 SOCKET BAYONET MADE INTO POT/BODY HOOK

CONFEDERATE .69 SOCKET BAYONET MADE INTO POT/BODY HOOK

Bayonet has a blade section that is made of one solid piece of triangular shaped iron. All three surfaces of the blade are smooth and minus any fullers. Blade section has a broken tip and has been… (1000-742). Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE “THREE SQUARE” SOCKET BAYONET

RARE CONFEDERATE “THREE SQUARE” SOCKET BAYONET

This is an excavated example of a Confederate-made musket socket bayonet, probably for a M-1816 musket.  Measuring 20” overall with a 2 5/8” socket.  This was made for an early .69 caliber… (1000-1385). Learn More »

MODEL 1816 BAYONET ALTERED INTO A HOE OR DIGGING TOOL

MODEL 1816 BAYONET ALTERED INTO A HOE OR DIGGING TOOL

This item consists of a 3.00 inch long socket with a generally “T”-shaped lug mortise. Knuckle was straightened and only 5.50 inches of the blade remains. When the blade was cut down the end was… (1000-1369). Learn More »

SHIPWRECK RECOVERED STATE OF NEW YORK BUCKLE

SHIPWRECK RECOVERED STATE OF NEW YORK BUCKLE

This relic is an “SNY” (State of New York) buckle. Only the lead remains, the brass face and iron belt hooks deteriorated in the ocean long ago. This is an excellent example from this wreck site… (883-33). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $400.00

2nd CORPS BADGE IN RELIC CONDITION

2nd CORPS BADGE IN RELIC CONDITION

Iron 2nd corps badge has light surface rust. Reverse originally featured a soldered attachment pin with hook, but all that is present is the base of both. Corps badges were attached to the soldier’s… (883-58). Learn More »

$425.00
Originally $495.00

DUG 3rd CORPS BADGE

DUG 3rd CORPS BADGE

Brass 3rd corps badge has a darkened patina. Two small holes are present which were for sewing to the soldier’s hat or left side of the uniform. This avoided confusion on the battlefield as a… (883-47). Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $450.00

RELIC 5th CORPS BADGE

RELIC 5th CORPS BADGE

Brass 5th corps badge has a darkened patina. Reverse originally featured a soldered attachment pin with hook, but all that is present is the base of both. Also present are two holes on the sides which… (883-64). Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $500.00

DUG PORTION OF 7TH CORPS BADGE

DUG PORTION OF 7TH CORPS BADGE

Brass 7th corps badge has a darkened patina; missing the 5 pointed star that should be in the center opening of the “C”. Corps badges were attached to the soldier’s hat or left side of the… (883-21). Learn More »

$250.00
Originally $295.00

RELIC AUSTRIAN CLEANING JAG

RELIC AUSTRIAN CLEANING JAG

This is an excavated appendage for a rifle.  This is an Austrian cleaning jag. In use this was attached onto the threaded end of the ramrod and used with a rag to clean the barrel. This is for a .54… (883-344). Learn More »

RELIC U.S. EAGLE NCO BALDRIC PLATE

RELIC U.S. EAGLE NCO BALDRIC PLATE

This excavated U.S. plate for the NCO baldric features the spread-winged eagle design. Plate has great detail on the face and a dark brown patina. Edge of plate is free of nicks.  Reverse of plate… (883-11). Learn More »

DUG SILVER 18TH CORPS ID BADGE FOR 98TH NEW YORK SOLDIER WOUNDED IN ACTION

DUG SILVER 18TH CORPS ID BADGE FOR 98TH NEW YORK SOLDIER WOUNDED IN ACTION

Silver 18th Corps badge identified to Private Joseph Laclair of Company H, 98th New York Infantry, recovered in the greater Richmond area. Badge meas. approx. 1.75 x 1.75 inches. In both the upper and… (883-20). Learn More »

US EAGLE BREAST PLATE

US EAGLE BREAST PLATE

This US breast plate features the spread-winged eagle design. It was recovered from the greater Richmond area. Plate has a darkened patina. Edge of plate has some slight nicks. Reverse of plate still… (883-111). Learn More »

$225.00
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GOOD CONDITION RELIC FLEEM

GOOD CONDITION RELIC FLEEM

This double-bladed fleam is still housed in its brass casing but the blades are rusted in place. The brass case has a nice green patina. Area of recovery is not… (408-196). Learn More »

EXCAVATED FEDERAL ENGINEER’S BUTTON, EG6

EXCAVATED FEDERAL ENGINEER’S BUTTON, EG6

Two part low convex coat button. Button depicts eagle with banner with motto, "Essayons", fortifications, and rising sun, intended for officers of the engineer corps.  Backmark no longer… (127-1604). Learn More »

IRON CASE-SHOT BALL FROM GETTYSBURG

IRON CASE-SHOT BALL FROM GETTYSBURG

Rusted condition iron case-shot ball. Items are from the Rosensteel family collection of Gettysburg artifacts. Selection is our choice. We will send the best one available. PLEASE DO NOT REQUEST A… (173-1267). Learn More »

SECTION OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENT FROM SPOTSYLVANIA – GAVIN COLLECTION

SECTION OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENT FROM SPOTSYLVANIA – GAVIN COLLECTION

Fluted brass section that meas. approx. 3.00 inches long on one end and tapers to 0.75 of an inch on the other. The item appears to be the bell of some kind of horn. The piece has been flattened by… (601-857). Learn More »


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REMARKABLE SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEORGE WILLIAM GORDON (1801-1877), US CONSUL TO BRAZIL (1840-46) AND SLAVE TRADE OPPONENT

A remarkable sword manufactured by W.H. Horstmann & Co., New York after the Model 1834 US Revenue Cutter/Marine sword. Neatly engraved on the reverse folding guard, “Geo. Wm. Gordon / United States Consul”. Born on February 8, 1801 in Exeter,… (870-60). Learn More »

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