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NEW YORK “SNY” MILITIA DRESS BELT AND PLATE CA. 1885-1900

NEW YORK “SNY” MILITIA DRESS BELT AND PLATE CA. 1885-1900

A light weight, die stamped rolled brass belt plate with raised border and script letters “SNY” in the center. See O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 868 for this plate. There are several variations,… (1216-217) Learn More »

ALS, MAJOR GENERAL JAMES LONGSTREET, CSA, Addressed To MAJOR GEN. DANIEL HARVEY HILL

ALS, MAJOR GENERAL JAMES LONGSTREET, CSA, Addressed To MAJOR GEN. DANIEL HARVEY HILL

Dated “Hd Qrs June 16th 1862.” One page in ink, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG and entirely legible. This letter from one major general divisional commander to was written between between… (1179-1398) Learn More »

FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

This map was part of the wartime collection of John Towers, Colonel of the 8th Georgia Infantry and comes to us in a good condition given its age and use.  This high-quality map is a Lloyd’s… (846-561) Learn More »

VERMONT NATIONAL GUARD BELT PLATE AND BELT

VERMONT NATIONAL GUARD BELT PLATE AND BELT

O’Donnell and Campbell date this plate ca. 1890-1905 and show it as Plate 870 in company with some similar plates used by other states about the same time. This is a die-struck rolled brass… (1216-202) Learn More »

$150.00
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COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER

The Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, a replacement for the Baby Dragoon, was the most widely produced of any Colt percussion pistol. Nearly 340,000 were manufactured during a 23-year production run that… (2024-1950) Learn More »

$495.00
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ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND EDWIN STANTON. ADDRESS DELIVERED BEFORE BURNSIDE POST, NO. 8, DEPARTMENT OF THE POTOMAC, G.A.R., APRIL 25, 1889

ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND EDWIN STANTON. ADDRESS DELIVERED BEFORE BURNSIDE POST, NO. 8, DEPARTMENT OF THE POTOMAC, G.A.R., APRIL 25, 1889

By Comrade Thomas M. Vincent,  Bvt. Brigadier General, USA. FISH 1010. 26 pp., in red faded wraps, cover detached. Else VG. Thomas M. Vincent was an 1853 West Point graduate who served during the 3rd… (804-469) Learn More »

$15.00
Originally $22.50

ABRAHAM LINCOLN: A PAPER / STEPHEN A. DOUGLAS: A EULOGY

ABRAHAM LINCOLN: A PAPER / STEPHEN A. DOUGLAS: A EULOGY

By Isaac N. Arnold and James W.Sheehan. Published by Fergus Printing Company, Chicago, IL, 1881. In brown wraps, variously paginated sections, uncut.  Front cover exhibits partial tear, pages lightly… (804-439) Learn More »

$35.00
Originally $50.00

SIXTH PLATE AMBROTYPE OF STEPHEN BROWNE

SIXTH PLATE AMBROTYPE OF STEPHEN BROWNE

This is a waist-up seated view of a man who is wearing a dark colored frock coat, vest and white shirt with cravat. Some light oxidation has occurred on edges of the image. Enclosed with the image is… (516-234) Learn More »

$105.00
Originally $140.00
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AMERICAN POWDER MILLS BOSTON CIRCULAR LABEL

AMERICAN POWDER MILLS BOSTON CIRCULAR LABEL

Measures 6” in diameter. Nice woodcut of a cannon in center; printed on pink paper. Minor damage to each. [ss] [PH:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE… (516-572) Learn More »

$35.00
Originally $44.00

GEORGIA CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM SPOTTSYLVANIA COUNTY WITH CARVED DESIGNS ON THE REVERSE

GEORGIA CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE FROM SPOTTSYLVANIA COUNTY WITH CARVED DESIGNS ON THE REVERSE

A scarce Georgia state seal cartridge box plate with a pleasing patina found November 25, 1975, in Spotsylvania County. These followed the US 1839 pattern that was both ornamental and served to keep… (1262-03) Learn More »

$4,750.00
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CONFEDERATE LARGE FRAME FORKED-TONGUE, “WISHBONE” BUCKLE FROM PEACHTREE CREEK, ATLANTA CAMPAIGN, EX DON PHILLIPS

CONFEDERATE LARGE FRAME FORKED-TONGUE, “WISHBONE” BUCKLE FROM PEACHTREE CREEK, ATLANTA CAMPAIGN, EX DON PHILLIPS

One of the more distinctive Confederate belt buckles is the frame pattern with a movable spit tongue sometimes called the “forked tongue” or “wishbone” pattern. The buckle is simple,… (2024-2377) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR ERA CARVING SET BY GREEN RIVER WORKS

CIVIL WAR ERA CARVING SET BY GREEN RIVER WORKS

This set consists of a carving knife and fork with stand. The two tined fork meas. approx. 9.75 inches long with a squared bone handle that has yellowed some with age. Attached to the back of the… (213-86) Learn More »

$100.00 per Set
Originally $125.00
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JENNIE WADE SOUVENIR METAL TRAY

JENNIE WADE SOUVENIR METAL TRAY

Metal tray features images of Jennie Wade, the Jennie Wade House, and her monument at Evergreen Cemetery. Measures 4 3/8” x 2 7/8”. Reverse has a handwritten inscription, “GETTYSBURG… (213-61) Learn More »

$20.00
Originally $25.00

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR POT METAL TRAY

GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR POT METAL TRAY

Pot metal tray features images of the Jennie Wade House, N.Y. State monument, Pennsylvania State Monument, Soldier’s Monument and the High Water Mark Monument. Images have gold painted accents and… (213-60) Learn More »

$22.00
Originally $30.00

MAKER MARKED AMERICAN MILITARY OFFICER’S CHAPEAU CA. 1825-1835

MAKER MARKED AMERICAN MILITARY OFFICER’S CHAPEAU CA. 1825-1835

This scarce American military officer’s chapeau has a largely intact white silk lining bearing a black maker’s stamp reading “C. St. JOHN. / 118 / BROADWAY, New York.” Bazelon places Charles… (413-01) Learn More »

$1,750.00
Originally $2,450.00

1860s OVAL ALBUMEN: FIREMAN OR POLICEMAN

1860s OVAL ALBUMEN: FIREMAN OR POLICEMAN

A full standing studio view of a middle-aged fireman or policeman. Dark double breasted frock coat with large badge on his left breast, wearing visored cap with a single digit numeral in a wreath on… (1266-241) Learn More »

CONFEDERATE GENERAL LAWRENCE M. KEITT: PHYSICAL ASSAULTS IN THE SENATE AND HOUSE; MORTALLY WOUNDED BEULAH CHURCH (COLD HARBOR) 1864

CONFEDERATE GENERAL LAWRENCE M. KEITT: PHYSICAL ASSAULTS IN THE SENATE AND HOUSE; MORTALLY WOUNDED BEULAH CHURCH (COLD HARBOR) 1864

A period CDV size albumen image, 2” by 3-1/8” mounted on a thin card or page 5-1/2” by 8-1/2.” The photo is of a retouched image of Keitt in civilian clothes altered to create a… (1266-247) Learn More »

TWO REVOLUTIONARY WAR PAY ORDERS: THE JOB IS NOT FINISHED UNTIL THE PAPERWORK IS DONE- EVEN IN THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

TWO REVOLUTIONARY WAR PAY ORDERS: THE JOB IS NOT FINISHED UNTIL THE PAPERWORK IS DONE- EVEN IN THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

Two Revolutionary War pay orders, one entirely by hand and the other a printed document filled out, both signed on the reverse by the recipients and docketed. The first is for 293 pounds four… (1263-32) Learn More »

SHORT BARREL LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER

SHORT BARREL LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER

With protruding firing pins the cartridges for pinfire revolvers seem to be asking for trouble, but their early appearance gave them a lead in the market for self-contained metallic cartridges with no… (490-7191) Learn More »

POST-WAR ALS—BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

POST-WAR ALS—BENJAMIN F. BUTLER

Dated Washington City / March 11, 1867. On Butler’s personal “B” letterhead. Addressed to “Hon. W.D. Northend /Salem, Mass.”. One page in ink, with Butler’s personal “B” letterhead,… (490-6560) Learn More »

BENJAMIN F. BUTLER, STATE SEAL OF MASSACHUSETTS AUTOGRAPH

BENJAMIN F. BUTLER, STATE SEAL OF MASSACHUSETTS AUTOGRAPH

This item features a big, bold “Benj F Butler” 2 inch signature under a circular imprint seal of the State of Massachusetts, 2” in diameter, laid in on paper measuring 6.5” x 4. Exhibits… (490-6561) Learn More »

SELECTION OF SILVER NAPKIN RINGS

SELECTION OF SILVER NAPKIN RINGS

These are silver napkin rings appropriate for the fanciest of dining occasions. Napkin rings are an invention of the European bourgeoisie, first appearing in France about 1800 and soon spreading to… (1266-) Learn More »

1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY

1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY

This cavalry guidon was formerly in the personal collection of Jim Stamatelos, well known Civil War collector, dealer, and major contributor of items illustrated in the Time-Life volume “Echoes of… (433-14) Learn More »

PIECE OF AN INDIAN WAR M1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE OR DRESS COAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

PIECE OF AN INDIAN WAR M1872 FATIGUE BLOUSE OR DRESS COAT FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This is a piece from the lapel of a US Army jacket showing part of the blue outer fabric, the lining and the remains of five corroded brass buttons. From the size and spacing of the buttons this is… (1052-608) Learn More »

PIECE OF CIVIL WAR ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

PIECE OF CIVIL WAR ARMY BLANKET FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA

The army had vast stocks of Civil War material left over at the end of the war. These supplies, along with the reduction of the postwar army meant U.S. troops were getting Civil War gear well into the… (1052-617) Learn More »

SCARCE INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

SCARCE INDIAN WAR SOLDIER’S MITTEN FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND

This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, occupied 1870-1895, where cold weather in winter months might well be a concern. The army began issuing mittens in 1873. Before that men were left to… (1052-620) Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A JOVIAL SOLDIER SMOKING A MEERSCHAUM PIPE

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A JOVIAL SOLDIER SMOKING A MEERSCHAUM PIPE

This tintype features a jovial young Union soldier seated with his legs crossed, pipe at the corner of his mouth. His hands rest in his lap in a relaxed way. He wears a forage cap, sack coat, and… (1273-02) Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A SERIOUS SOLDIER SMOKING A MEERSCHAUM PIPE

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A SERIOUS SOLDIER SMOKING A MEERSCHAUM PIPE

Maybe you’ve seen the recently posted tintype of this same soldier with his pipe [item 1273-02], but this time the soldier rethought his pose. This tintype features a more serious young Union… (1273-03) Learn More »

$495.00
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NEW YORK STATE ARTILLERY NATIONAL GUARD CUFF BUTTON

NEW YORK STATE ARTILLERY NATIONAL GUARD CUFF BUTTON

NY20v.  BM: ROBINSON / EXTRA.  [ss] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM. CLICK HERE FOR OUR… (33-576) Learn More »

$22.00
Originally $31.50

PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD CUFF SIZE STAFF BUTTON

PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD CUFF SIZE STAFF BUTTON

PA38v. BM: EXTRA QUALITY.   [ss] [PH:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM. CLICK HERE FOR… (33-569) Learn More »

$22.00
Originally $31.50

PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD COAT SIZE BUTTON, PA38

PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD COAT SIZE BUTTON, PA38

BM: * HORSTMANN * N.Y. & PHILADA.  [ss] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY… (33-568) Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $100.00

RHODE ISLAND STATE SEAL CUFF STAFF BUTTON

RHODE ISLAND STATE SEAL CUFF STAFF BUTTON

RI7v. BM: D. EVANS & CO. * EXTRA.    [ss] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY… (33-561) Learn More »

$7.00
Originally $10.00

RHODE ISLAND: NEWPORT ARTILLERY COAT SIZE BUTTON, RI24

RHODE ISLAND: NEWPORT ARTILLERY COAT SIZE BUTTON, RI24

BM: * SCOVILL MF’G CO. * WATERBURY.  [ss] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY… (33-553) Learn More »

$105.00
Originally $140.00

BAVARIAN PERCUSSION REVOLVER BY REINHARD STAHL

BAVARIAN PERCUSSION REVOLVER BY REINHARD STAHL

This five-shot percussion has a robust solid frame reminiscent of Adams revolvers and a loading assembly like a Colt. It is profusely engraved with floral vines and scrolls on the frame and hammer,… (836-22) Learn More »

$635.00
Originally $750.00

FRAMED 1907 PHOTO OF MEMBERS OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY WITH THEIR COMMANDING OFFICER’S DAUGHTERS

FRAMED 1907 PHOTO OF MEMBERS OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY WITH THEIR COMMANDING OFFICER’S DAUGHTERS

Image shows 24 members of Company K, 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry posing with the daughters of their commanding officer Colonel and later Brigadier General William Jackson Palmer. The men are arranged in… (945-335) Learn More »

$250.00
Originally $350.00

PENSION DECLARATION OF DEATH, W/COVER - PRIVATE RICHARD T. GILMORE, CO. “H”, 42ND PENNSYLVANIA “BUCKTAILS.” KIA GETTYSBURG, 7/2/1863

PENSION DECLARATION OF DEATH, W/COVER - PRIVATE RICHARD T. GILMORE, CO. “H”, 42ND PENNSYLVANIA “BUCKTAILS.” KIA GETTYSBURG, 7/2/1863

Consisting of 3 pieces. (1) Department of Interior / Pension Office cover, post-marked “Washington, Nov. 17 __” (2) Official declaration from Gilmore’s father, dated Antrim, Ireland, 3/5/1864,… (2024-353) Learn More »

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS

“WAR OF 1861” EAGLE IDENTIFICATION DISK: 15th NEW HAMPSHIRE, SIEGE OF PORT HUDSON AND THE TWO ASSAULTS

A very good example of a Civil War “Eagle/War of 1861” pattern identification disk worn by a soldier who saw action in the siege of Port Hudson from May 27 to July 9, 1863, Gen. Nathaniel… (172-6078) Learn More »

2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD

2ND PA CAVALRY VETERAN’S IDENTIFICATION SHIELD

The badge is brass, made in the shield shape popular for identification pins during war and is pierced at the top for suspension. The face had the outline of a billowing banner or pennant engraved at… (172-6082) Learn More »

MONOGRAMMED COIN SILVER SOUP LADLE BY S. KIRK & SON

MONOGRAMMED COIN SILVER SOUP LADLE BY S. KIRK & SON

This beautiful coin silver soup or punch ladle was produced circa 1840-1860 by S. Kirk and Son of Baltimore. Of the Mayflower pattern with a lovely scroll design on the handle and monogrammed “E W… (1266-955) Learn More »

SET OF ELEVEN SILVER FORKS BY “W.M. SAVAGE” OF COLUMBUS, OHIO

SET OF ELEVEN SILVER FORKS BY “W.M. SAVAGE” OF COLUMBUS, OHIO

Offered here is a fine matching set of eleven four-tine silver forks. They measure approximately 6.75” long. These are of the “Fiddle” pattern which was very common in the 19th century. All are… (1266-948) Learn More »

MARYLAND 5th REGIMENT’S VETERAN CORPS BELT AND BUCKLE

MARYLAND 5th REGIMENT’S VETERAN CORPS BELT AND BUCKLE

A very good example of a ca. 1895-1910 ornate belt plate with inner raised border and a “5” flanked by “VC” on a stippled ground.  The plate is O’Donnell and Campbell Plate 876 and… (1216-194) Learn More »

CABINET CARD IMAGE OF MAJOR THEOPHILUS HOLMES

CABINET CARD IMAGE OF MAJOR THEOPHILUS HOLMES

This is a 4.25” x 6.5” cabinet card photograph of Holmes in his Federal Major’s uniform. In this chest-up view, he is wearing a double-breasted officer’s frock with Major’s shoulder straps.… (1189-132) Learn More »

CDV OF SETH KINMAN BY MATTHEW BRADY

CDV OF SETH KINMAN BY MATTHEW BRADY

This CDV shows Seth Kinman seated as he holds his rifle. He wears pioneer clothing made of animal skins. A large bowie knife hangs from his waistbelt. Kinman is most known for his “pioneer… (2024-1746) 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) 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) Learn More »

IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES H. WOODS, 29th MASSACHUSETTS: WITH THE IRISH BRIGADE ON THE PENINSULA AND AT ANTIETAM!

IDENTIFICATION SHIELD OF JAMES H. WOODS, 29th MASSACHUSETTS: WITH THE IRISH BRIGADE ON THE PENINSULA AND AT ANTIETAM!

This jeweler-made identification shield is similar to the hollow-stamped silver varieties, but is made of flat metal, though measuring about the same as that type, roughly an inch from point to point.… (172-6075) Learn More »

FOUR CABINET CARD PHOTOGRAPHS C. 1890 OF SCENES AROUND COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

FOUR CABINET CARD PHOTOGRAPHS C. 1890 OF SCENES AROUND COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Each card measures 5” x 8” with embossed photographer’s mark on front – “THE W.E. HOOK WHOLESALE VIEW CO., COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.” One image is titled “Phantom Hilll P.P. Cog Roak”,… (945-332) Learn More »

$65.00
Originally $95.00

BUST CDV OF UNION ARMY SURGEON WHO WAS LATER AWARDED THE MEDAL OF HONOR

BUST CDV OF UNION ARMY SURGEON WHO WAS LATER AWARDED THE MEDAL OF HONOR

Image is a bust view of Dr. Henry R. Tilton posed in three-quarter right profile in the uniform of a Union 1st Lieutenant. Bottom of image has a period pencil inscription of “DR. TILDEN.” Image is… (945-223) Learn More »

$695.00
Originally $950.00

UNALTERED JENKS “MULE EAR” NAVY CARBINE

UNALTERED JENKS “MULE EAR” NAVY CARBINE

A very fine carbine, this Jenks Navy-marked carbine made by the N. P. Ames Company of Springfield, Massachusetts is one of only 4,250 made between 1843 and 1846.  This rifled, .54 caliber shoulder… (490-3971) Learn More »

EARLY UCV SILK SECOND NATIONAL CS PARADE FLAG

EARLY UCV SILK SECOND NATIONAL CS PARADE FLAG

Printed silk Confederate Second National Flag – the “Stainless Banner.” Adopted May 1, 1863 and in use as the national flag until March 4, 1865. Originally conceived of with a central blue bar,… (1266-279) Learn More »

$225.00
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RARE ID’D FIELD PRESENTATION BUGLE JACOB KECK - 7TH NEW YORK, 9TH NYSM (83RD NY), 97TH NEW YORK

This handsome instrument is in exquisite condition and is professionally inscribed in cursive with the words, “Presented to / J. F. Keck, / By the Members of the / 9th N.Y.S.M / in the Field. / March 1864”. Very rarely were bugles or such musical… (2024-1443). Learn More »

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