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G.A.R. UNION VETERAN’S CANTEEN OF ROBERT ELLIOTT 23RD PENNSYLVANIA
The canteen had great significance for the G.A.R. in symbolizing service (as an essential piece of army gear,) comradery and, later, reconciliation, as the slogan “we drank from the same canteen”… (480-334) Learn More »
A STUDY OF AMERICAN PARATROOPERS PRIOR TO NORMANDY BY MICHEL DE TREZ
The full title is “AMERICAN WARRIORS: PICTORIAL HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPERS PRIOR TO NORMANDY” by Michel De Trez, published by D-Day Publishing of Belgium in 1994. Volume has illustrated… (1235-520D) Learn More »
ADJUSTABLE BRASS POWDER MEASURE
This is an adjustable powder measure about 3 ½ inches long overall, made of brass, fitted with a small steel heart-shaped or winged thumbscrew at the bottom to adjust the interior rod fitted with a… (2024-160) Learn More »
FRAMED ETCHING: “BUTLER’S VICTIMS OF FORT ST. PHILIP” BY ADELBART VOLCK- “CONFEDERATE WAR ETCHINGS”
This is a framed etching by Adelbart Volck, from his “Confederate War Etchings,” originally published in 1863, and has a notation at bottom of the page mount: “Butler at New Orleans,” though… (490-6205) Learn More »
VERY NICE CONDITION EARLY CIVIL WAR U.S. CAVALRY HOLSTER
This is a very good condition early-war holster for a .36 caliber revolver with full military flap, wide belt loop secured by stitching and three rivets, toe plug, and sewn latch tab. The stitching is… (286-1332) Learn More »
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66th NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS ENCAMPMENT AT ST. PETER’S CHURCH, YORKTOWN (FRENCH’S BRIGADE)
Outdoor view of camp. Three soldiers stand around several different tents. William H. French, USMA 1837, posted to 1st U.S Artillery and received two brevets for service in the Mexican War. Promoted… (748-21) Learn More »
FULL STANDING VIEW OF A UNION SAILOR WITH CARPENTER’S MATE INSIGNIA
CDV is of a bearded sailor posed with one hand in his pocket and the other leaning on a writing table. The subject wears a dark double-breasted short jacket with a bibbed collar, light trousers and… (160-563) Learn More »
A STUDY OF INFANTRY FIELD EQUIPMENT OF NUMEROUS COUNTRIES FROM 1914-1945
The full title is “FIELD EQUIPMENT OF THE INFANTRY 1914-1945” by Robert Fisch, published by Greenberg Publication of Sykesville, Maryland in 1989. Volume has illustrated hardcovers with the title… (1235-520C) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE MADE AND MARKED BY CIVIL WAR CONTRACTOR JOHN MUNDELL OF PHILADELPHIA
This is a typical, though very scarce, Civil War issue army shoe made by a known contractor and marked by him on the inside of the ankle: “J. MUNDELL.” Mundell was born in Ireland in 1829, reached… (1052-298) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace… (1052-285) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO AMERICAN PARATROOPER REFERENCE BOOK
The full title is “AMERICA’S FINEST: US AIRBORNE UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT AND INSIGNIA OF WORLD WAR TWO (ETO)” by Gary Howard, published by Stackpole Books of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania in… (1235-520A) Learn More »
ENFIELD SABER BAYONET, PATTERN 1856 WITH ORIGINAL LEATHER SCABBARD
This British-made accoutrement is an original saber bayonet made for the Enfield .577 caliber rifle musket. The bayonet, with its Yataghan-style blade measures 28” long with a 23” blade and has a… (1179-1289) Learn More »
MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN F. BUTLER—PENCIL SKETCH CARTOON
On yellowing paper, measuring 6.5” x 9.25. Mounted on heavy card, w/gilt trim, matted in black and cream, in heavy black wooden frame, ornately trimmed. W/white card backing, fastened with gray… (490-6354) Learn More »
SINGLE SHOULDER STRAP FOR A CAPTAIN OF STAFF
Strap is made of dark blue cloth with a double row of dead bullion for a border. The rank field is of black velvet while the rank of captain is made of bars of heavy gold bullion thread. The underside… (460-1468) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR SOLDIER-MODIFIED SCHUYLKILL ARSENAL INFANTRY OVERCOAT
Once in the famed collection of John Henry Kurtz, this regulation Civil War sky-blue infantry overcoat (or greatcoat) is complete, all original, in very good condition and shows a wonderful field… (1235-05) Learn More »
RARE SOCKET BAYONET FOR THE “DRAKE-ALTERATION” THE M1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE
The State of Massachusetts contracted with the firm of A.J. Drake of Boston to alter 1,742 Model 1841 Mississippi Rifles that were in state stores. The guns were unaltered in caliber (retaining… (490-6787) Learn More »
COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION .38 CAL. LONG BARREL LIGHTNING REVOLVER
Lots of original blue and some case colors with immaculate checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant colt at top on either side, about excellent condition. Long barrel version with ejector. Barrel… (490-5575) Learn More »
SCARCE CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE, A.K.A. BROGAN OR BOOTTEE
This Civil War US army issue shoe is typical wartime construction, using rough-side out black leather with reinforcing heel piece or “counter” sewn inside, four pairs of holes for a leather lace… (1052-300) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th US… (1052-250) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission, and is in a remarkable state of preservation from the… (1052-252) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY MODEL 1872 KEPI FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Model 1872 officer’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th US… (1052-248) Learn More »
LOT OF IMAGES RELATED TO THE FAMILY OF REVOLUTIONARY WAR HERO GENERAL ARTEMAS WARD INCLUDING A CDV OF A MASSACHUSETTS CIVIL WAR OFFICER
This lot contains six images all mounted on album pages that meas. approx. 4.75 x 6.50 inches. The first is an etching of General Artemas Ward who commanded the American Army at the beginning of the… (450-224) Learn More »
CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER BY BRADY
Three-quarter standing CDV view of Butler in a dark double-breasted frock coat with oakleaf decoration on the collar and cuffs. He also wears white gloves and is posed with his arms by his side… (490-3200TT) Learn More »
LITHOGRAPH CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER
Three-quarter standing CDV view of Butler posed holding his cap in front of him. He wears a dark double-breasted frock coat with oak leaf decorations on the collar and cuffs. His cap has a wreath on… (490-3200II) Learn More »
WARTIME ETCHING OF MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER
Etching is a wartime bust view of Butler in a dark single-breasted coat with black fur collar. Image is in an oval with “GENL. BENJ. F. BUTLER” printed at bottom. Paper and mount have some surface… (490-3200DD) Learn More »
BUST VIEW OF 79TH PENNSYLVANIA COLONEL HENRY A. HAMBRIGHT
CDV shows Hambright as a captain wearing a dark single-breasted frock coat with shoulder straps. Contrast and clarity are excellent with the paper and mount showing only the usual light edge dirt from… (670-25) Learn More »
GRANT LEAVES THE WILDERNESS MAY 7, 1864, BY FREDERICK RAY
Artist Frederick Ray (1920-2001) is perhaps best known for his popular comic book art that included subjects like Superman and Batman, but he had a strong interest in historical subjects, both… (141-85) Learn More »
HORN OILER
This is a wonderful, little pocket-sized oiler made like a small powder horn, with a small suspension chain fitting two rings on either side of the flat top so that it could be hung up at a work bench… (2024-157) Learn More »
VERY NICE QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF FIRST LIEUTENANT WITH SWORD IN PATRIOTIC CASE
Disheveled man posed in uniform. His outer appearance is that of a Union First Lieutenant with a saber. He wears a 9-button frock coat with First Lieutenant embroidered shoulder straps and holds a… (1221-50) Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-125) Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-124) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR ARMY SHOES BY MUNDELL FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This pair of shoes is from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and could be taken for attic or barn-finds, having been preserved by the wet, anaerobic soil conditions of the dig. They are solid, can… (1052-387) Learn More »
WORLD WAR TWO US ARMY AIR FORCE SERVICE PLAQUE FOR A PACIFIC THEATER VETERAN
Item is a shield shaped wooden plaque with a brass disc tacked to the center. The disc bears the Army Air Force insignia of a white star with a red circle at center and gold wings coming off the star… (772-156) Learn More »
VERY NICE WORLD WAR ONE PATRIOTIC PILLOW SHAM
Item is made of cotton with a printed decoration on the front of the flags of the allied nations surrounding the Statue of Liberty. All is done in full color. At center of the piece is the Statue of… (772-150) Learn More »
RARE LOCK AND KEY BY ELIJAH RICKARD, SHEPHERDSTOWN, VA
This hasp of this screw pad lock bears the “ER” stamp Elijah Rickard (1795-1879,) the adopted son of its inventor, whitesmith Michael Rickard. Both Elijah and his own son, James, carried on the… (490-6774) Learn More »
US M1863 ARTILLERY HEADSTALL AND BIT
An excellent condition US artillery headstall and curb bit. The headstall is complete with flexible leather showing good finish, black oxidizing toward brown, with some crackling from bending, but… (1179-263A) Learn More »
BOOK ON BUTTON MAKERS AND DEALERS BY McGUINN & BAZELON
The title of this book is “AMERICAN MILITARY BUTTON MAKERS AND DEALERS; THEIR BACKMARKS AND DATES” by William F. McGuinn and Bruce S. Bazelon. This is a newly revised edition published in… (1235-528) Learn More »
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THREE VOLUMES OF “THE HORSE SOLDIER 1776-1943” BY RANDY STEFFEN
These three volumes were originally part of a four volume set written by Steffen covering the US Cavalry from 1776 to 1943. The three volumes present are: 1.) THE REVOLUTION, THE WAR OF 1812,… (1235-526) Learn More »
CDV OF MARY CUSTIS LEE, ALEXANDRIA BACKMARK
CDV of Mary Custis Lee. Chest-up, profile view. Image is light. Plain mount is clean with rounded corners. Old ink identification along bottom edge of image. Photographer's backmark, A.M. Hall,… (1138-1474) Learn More »
1890 FATIGUE BLOUSE
This 5-button blouse has four coat size Civil War eagle buttons on the front and two smaller Civil War eagles on each cuff. The generous among us take this as a nice bonus; the cynical think someone… (1235-28) Learn More »
INDIAN WAR FIELD-USED CAMPAIGN HAT MADE FROM A CIVIL HARDEE HAT
This is a real field-used example of an Indian War US Army campaign hat made from a Civil War M1858 issue dress hat (the “Hardee” or “Jeff Davis” hat) that comes from the excavations at Fort… (1052-245) Learn More »
CIVIL WAR NCO SWORD CROSSBELT PLATE FROM FREDERICKSBURG
This pattern of belt plate was first adopted in 1826 with hooks on the reverse for the bayonet shoulder belt and made of stamped rolled brass for artillery and white metal for infantry. This was… (490-5799) Learn More »
NEW BERN, N.C., RECOVERED M1839 OVAL US BELT PLATE
This is the standard Union infantry enlisted man’s belt plate of the Civil War. Adopted in 1839, these plates are stamped, rolled brass with a lead solder filled back that anchors the fastening… (490-5808) Learn More »
US INSPECTED ARMY SHOE FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This soldier’s shoe bears a partially visible stamp inside reading “INSPECTOR / NEW YORK,” indicating it is government issue and appears to be one of the experimental patterns of footwear tried… (1052-386A) Learn More »
ARMY SHOE FROM FORT PEMBINA, ND
This soldier’s shoe is very similar to another found in the Fort Pembina excavations that has a partially visible US inspector’s mark and in construction differs only in having four sets of lace… (1052-386B) Learn More »
RARE MARKED CIVIL WAR ARMY ISSUE SHOE
Civil War army-issue shoes were among the most essential things issued to a soldier and about the rarest of Civil War items to survive despite being made literally in the millions. They were cheaply… (1052-596) Learn More »
KEPI OR DRESS HAT STIFFENER FROM FORT PEMBINA
This comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, a small frontier army post in operation from 1870 to 1895, and seems to be the stiffener from inside the top of a kepi or dress hat. It is leather,… (1052-435) Learn More »
INSCRIBED AND DATED CIVIL WAR CUTLERY HANDLE BOWIE WITH SCABBARD
This elegant, cutlery handle Bowie has a double-edged spearpoint blade with median ridge and long pointed ricasso. On one side the ricasso is stamped “H. C. BOOTH & CO / SILVER STEEL /… (450-215) Learn More »
REGULAR ARMY CIVIL WAR ENLISTED KEPI WITH INDIAN WAR USE FROM FORT PEMBINA, NORTH DAKOTA
This Civil War enlisted man’s kepi comes from the excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, conducted on private property with the owner’s permission. The fort was established in 1870 by troops of the 20th… (1052-247) Learn More »
KEPI CROWN FROM AN INDIAN WARS US ARMY FRONTIER FORT
This crown from a soldier’s kepi comes from excavations at Fort Pembina, ND, and shows a small hole at center, from which extends a tear to one edge, with some edge wear and stains. The color has… (1052-432) Learn More »
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UNION ARMY AMBULANCE CORPS WAGONS AT BELLE PLAIN LANDING MAY 1864
Scenes of Civil War army camps and depots often give a real chance at seeing army life up close, in detail, and unposed as men go about their tasks unaware of the camera. Sometimes identified as a taken near City Point along the James River, this… (1054-688). Learn More »
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