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CONFEDERATE MAJOR GENERAL FRANK CHEATHAM’S PRESENTATION SPURS

CONFEDERATE MAJOR GENERAL FRANK CHEATHAM’S PRESENTATION SPURS

This is one of the truly historical treasures still in private hands. These solid silver spurs were especially made for, and inscribed to, Major General Frank Cheatham after his promotion for his… (1268-054) Learn More »

$35,000.00
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ID’D GILHAM’S MANUAL FOR VOLUNTEERS & MIITIA – BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS BUTLER, 9th BRIGADE, ALABAMA MILITIA

ID’D GILHAM’S MANUAL FOR VOLUNTEERS & MIITIA – BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS BUTLER, 9th BRIGADE, ALABAMA MILITIA

After John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry, Governor Wise, of Virginia, ordered Major William Gilham to write a manual to train volunteers and militia. Finished in the fall of 1860, it was entitled… (1268-049) Learn More »

ALLEN AND WHEELOCK .32 CALIBER SIDEHAMMER RIMFIRE REVOLVER

ALLEN AND WHEELOCK .32 CALIBER SIDEHAMMER RIMFIRE REVOLVER

Manufactured from about 1859 to 1862, pistols these were handy personal arms for civilians and officers, with likely some enlisted soldiers sneaking them into camp at the beginning of the Civil War.… (2024-1603) Learn More »

$450.00
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GETTYSBURG PANORAMIC ALBUMEN PHOTO OF CEMETERY RIDGE

GETTYSBURG PANORAMIC ALBUMEN PHOTO OF CEMETERY RIDGE

Early photography of Gettysburg National Military Park is scarce and provides an important record of its evolution.  This lovely image shows the bulk of the Union position along Cemetery Ridge to the… (2024-6731) Learn More »

$45.00
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PAIR OF LARGE STEREOVIEW CARDS – GETTYSBURG NATIONAL CEMETERY

PAIR OF LARGE STEREOVIEW CARDS – GETTYSBURG NATIONAL CEMETERY

This uncommon pair of colorized stereoscopic images feature views of different sections of the Gettysburg National Cemetery. One card shows a portion of the unknown section of the cemetery with… (2023-437) Learn More »

STEREOVIEW CARD – HOOKER’S ASSAULT AT LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

STEREOVIEW CARD – HOOKER’S ASSAULT AT LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN

This period stereoview features one of the most photographed locations of the Civil War - Lookout Mountain, Tennessee.  Site of the “Battle Above the Clouds”, it became an iconic spot where… (2024-5702) Learn More »

HARNDEN’S EXPRESS RECEIPT—2ND LIEUT. CHARLES HENRY RICHARDSON, CO. “A”, 26TH MASS. INFY.

HARNDEN’S EXPRESS RECEIPT—2ND LIEUT. CHARLES HENRY RICHARDSON, CO. “A”, 26TH MASS. INFY.

Dated “Boston Oct. 23 1862 / Box / Freight 12 P Paid.” Pre-printed form, w/patriotic motifs. One page, 5.5 x 8.5.” Exhibits fold-marks, small torn spot, left margin. Else VG. An 18 year-old… (490-6620) Learn More »

$35.00
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ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY / ARMY & SOLDIER’S PACKAGE EXPRESS RECEIPT—SERGT. C.H RICHARDSON, A COMPANY, 26TH MASS INFY.

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY / ARMY & SOLDIER’S PACKAGE EXPRESS RECEIPT—SERGT. C.H RICHARDSON, A COMPANY, 26TH MASS INFY.

Dated, “Boston, April 4, 1863...To be forward by this Company to New Orleans, LA. Value $16, Freight 125 Paid.”  One page, pre-printed yellow form, 9.5” x 5.5. Exhibits fold-marks, else VG… (490-6622) Learn More »

$35.00
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HARNDEN EXPRESS, ARMY AND SOLDIER’S PACKAGE EXPRESS RECEIPT – CHARLES A. RICHARDSON, 26TH MASSACHUSETTS

HARNDEN EXPRESS, ARMY AND SOLDIER’S PACKAGE EXPRESS RECEIPT – CHARLES A. RICHARDSON, 26TH MASSACHUSETTS

Dated “Boston, Mass., Aug. 24 2863. Received Box, Marked Chas. A. Richardson, Co. A, 26th Mass, to be forwarded by this company to N. O. La. Freight __ 1.50.” Pre-printed form, in red ink. One… (490-6621) Learn More »

$35.00
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MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER NOTE

MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER NOTE

Dated “Headquarters of the Gulf / New Orleans, Aug. 18, 1862.” One page in ink, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG plus. Text: “The Louisiana State Bank will pay the coupons of the Union… (490-6605) Learn More »

ALS, COLONEL ANDREW JACKSON BUTLER [BENJAMIN BUTLER’S OLDER BROTHER]

ALS, COLONEL ANDREW JACKSON BUTLER [BENJAMIN BUTLER’S OLDER BROTHER]

Dated Jan. 1863, New Orleans, Louisiana.  One page in ink, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Paper is somewhat yellowed while remaining entirely legible. Text: “Dr. Sir...Your note of yesterday… (490-6612) Learn More »

.50 CALIBER SMITH CARBINE CARTRIDGE, POULTNEY'S PATENT

.50 CALIBER SMITH CARBINE CARTRIDGE, POULTNEY'S PATENT

Manufactured under Poultney's patent (#40,988 dated December 15, 1863) which was originally granted to Thomas Rodman and Silas Crispin who assigned it to Thomas Poultney. The cartridge case is made of… (2025-363) Learn More »

$95.00
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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SWORD BELT WITH BELT BUCKLE AND STRAPS

This is an officer’s sword belt rig in good condition. Belt is constructed of folded leather that is stitched. Nice double-line stitching along outer edges on the belt. Belt leather measures… (1268-274) Learn More »

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 17th PA CAVALARY MONUMENT, MCPHERSON’S RIDGE/FORNEY FARM

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 17th PA CAVALARY MONUMENT, MCPHERSON’S RIDGE/FORNEY FARM

William Henry Tipton (1850–1929) was born in Gettysburg, and began apprenticing to photographer brothers Isaac and Charles Tyson at the age of twelve. Although the Tysons closed shop during the… (2024-6957) Learn More »

$175.00
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LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 5th NEW YORK CAVALRY MONUMENT, BUSHMAN’S HILL

LARGE GETTYSBURG TIPTON PHOTO – 5th NEW YORK CAVALRY MONUMENT, BUSHMAN’S HILL

William Henry Tipton (1850–1929) was born in Gettysburg, and began apprenticing to photographer brothers Isaac and Charles Tyson at the age of twelve. Although the Tysons closed shop during the… (2024-6869) Learn More »

$95.00
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RON TUNISON STATUE “LEE AND JACKSON”

RON TUNISON STATUE “LEE AND JACKSON”

A large limited edition Cold-cast bronze statue of Generals Lee and Jackson by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison (1947-2013), dated 1987. It depicts Lee, sitting on a limber chest, conversing with Jackson… (2025-345) Learn More »

FRANCIS H. SMITH, V.M.I. SUPERINTENDENT, WRITES ON VIGNETTE STATIONARY SHOWING INSTITUTE; RECOMMENDATION OF STUDENT FOR U.S. ARMY

FRANCIS H. SMITH, V.M.I. SUPERINTENDENT, WRITES ON VIGNETTE STATIONARY SHOWING INSTITUTE; RECOMMENDATION OF STUDENT FOR U.S. ARMY

If you are a fan of V.M.I., here is a beautiful piece of stationary with a nice ALS by its famous Superintendent Francis H. Smith. During the campaign against Richmond in 1864, Smith’s Corps of… (846-555) Learn More »

$550.00
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CIVIL WAR-ERA HAIR COMB

CIVIL WAR-ERA HAIR COMB

Offered here is an interesting, homemade personal care item. A wood hair comb. I doubt it is fine-toothed enough to call it a lice comb, so we’ll stick with a simple hair comb. The workmanship while… (1268-233) Learn More »

$75.00
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CIVIL WAR ERA TIN SHAVING MUG WITH SOAP CUP

CIVIL WAR ERA TIN SHAVING MUG WITH SOAP CUP

Tin shaving mug in solid condition with no dents or holes. There is light surface rust in and out. Tin cup, handle, and large side compartment for razors and such. Drain hole runs from side… (1268-242) Learn More »

$75.00
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CIVIL WAR-ERA KNIFE AND FORK SET

CIVIL WAR-ERA KNIFE AND FORK SET

Knife and fork set such as all Civil War soldiers would have carried. Knife with wide, flat blade and round tip. Wood handles secured with three pins through the tang. Fork has three tines, with wood… (1268-295) Learn More »

12-PDR. SPHERICAL BORMANN SHELL

12-PDR. SPHERICAL BORMANN SHELL

This is the type of artillery round fired from smoothbore Napoleon cannons. Iron cannonball is in good condition with some moderate pitting overall. Ball has been drilled and flushed. The Bormann fuse… (1179-211) Learn More »

$325.00
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12MM LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER

12MM LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER

Presented here is a M1854, 12mm Lefaucheux pinfire revolver. This style of handgun was designed and produced by the highly-acclaimed inventor of European firearms, Eugene Lefaucheux. Referred to as… (2025-327) Learn More »

$1,295.00
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BACON 2ND MODEL POCKET REVOLVER S/N 108

BACON 2ND MODEL POCKET REVOLVER S/N 108

Offered here is one of Thomas Bacon’s classic designs, the 2nd Model Pocket Revolver. These guns were inspired by the Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver and at least some of the design work was done… (2025-336) Learn More »

GENERAL GEORGE PICKETT BUST BY RON TUNISON

GENERAL GEORGE PICKETT BUST BY RON TUNISON

A limited edition cold-cast bronze statue of General Pickett by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison. Dated 1997, the sculpture stands 8 ½” tall, and measures 2 ¾” x 3” at the base. The back is… (2025-355) Learn More »

GENERAL JOHN SINGLETON MOSBY BUST BY RON TUNISON

GENERAL JOHN SINGLETON MOSBY BUST BY RON TUNISON

A limited edition cold-cast bronze statue of General Mosby by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison. Dated 1995, the sculpture stands over 8” tall, and measures 3” x 2 ½” at the base. The back is… (2025-347) Learn More »

$495.00
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GAR PHOTO – “GETTYSBURG REUNION CLUB,” GAR POST 121, ALBANY, NY

GAR PHOTO – “GETTYSBURG REUNION CLUB,” GAR POST 121, ALBANY, NY

This mounted photograph is quite special among Grand Army of the Republic items.  It features nine Post members –a select group of surviving veterans who participated in the Battle of… (2024-6824) Learn More »

MINTY LIGHT ARTILLERY M1851 BUFF LEATHER SWORD BELT

MINTY LIGHT ARTILLERY M1851 BUFF LEATHER SWORD BELT

This unissued, buff leather, Model-1851 sword belt comes complete with sword hangers and all matching brass hardware. This “artillery” belt was never intended to have the shoulder strap. The belt… (1268-609) Learn More »

THE HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT UNIFORM AND SWORD GROUPING OF BRIGADIER GENERAL EPPA HUNTON CSA

THE HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT UNIFORM AND SWORD GROUPING OF BRIGADIER GENERAL EPPA HUNTON CSA

Eppa Hunton was born near Warrenton, Virginia on September 24, 1822. After graduating from the New Baltimore Academy, he taught school for three years, then studied law and was admitted to the bar in… (2025-295) Learn More »

SMITH PATENT SECOND LIEUTENANT OF ARTILLERY SHOULDER STRAPS

SMITH PATENT SECOND LIEUTENANT OF ARTILLERY SHOULDER STRAPS

Military goods dealer James S. Smith of New York patented this form of shoulder strap on June 18, 1861. They used a gilt brass frame stamped to imitate dead and bright bullion embroidered borders and… (142-110) Learn More »

BEAUTIFUL GOLD PAST POST COMMANDER’S BADGE OF WILLIAM L. HARROD, 32nd OHIO

BEAUTIFUL GOLD PAST POST COMMANDER’S BADGE OF WILLIAM L. HARROD, 32nd OHIO

This beautiful G.A.R. badge was presented in 1905 to William Levi Harrod who had served throughout the war in the 32nd Ohio. He enlisted in July 1861, was captured at Atlanta in late July 1864 and… (1282-01) Learn More »

MINT JAPANESE NAMBU TYPE 14 PISTOL WITH MATCHING MAG

MINT JAPANESE NAMBU TYPE 14 PISTOL WITH MATCHING MAG

Exceptional Like-New example of the standard Japanese 8mm service pistol of World War II.  This pistol is impossible to upgrade.  Principal markings include: “18392” (serial number). Kanji… (2025-365) Learn More »

EXCELLENT CONDITION SMITH PATENT BRIGADIER GENERAL’S SHOULDER STRAPS

EXCELLENT CONDITION SMITH PATENT BRIGADIER GENERAL’S SHOULDER STRAPS

Smith patent shoulder straps used a gilt stamped brass border imitating the dead and bright bullion of embroidered shoulder straps, and were more robust, easier to maintain and less expensive, making… (142-111) Learn More »

VERY FINE M-1855 SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET WITH SCABBARD MARKED WATERTOWN ARSENAL 1862

VERY FINE M-1855 SPRINGFIELD SOCKET BAYONET WITH SCABBARD MARKED WATERTOWN ARSENAL 1862

This is the Model 1855 socket bayonet for Springfield rifle muskets.  Measures approximately 21” overall.  This specimen features a bright overall surface with a very few scattered small dark… (1268-219B) Learn More »

$595.00
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RARE CONFEDERATE BOYLE, GAMBLE AND MCFEE BAYONET ADAPTER

RARE CONFEDERATE BOYLE, GAMBLE AND MCFEE BAYONET ADAPTER

Bayonet adapters enabled rifles such as the Model 1817 and Model 1841, as well as Southern-made military rifles, to be mounted with bayonets without weakening barrels by dovetailing in studs to engage… (1000-2331) Learn More »

IMPORTANT IDENTIFIED AND CAPTURED CONFEDERATE LIMBER/CAISSON CHEST

IMPORTANT IDENTIFIED AND CAPTURED CONFEDERATE LIMBER/CAISSON CHEST

  Initially one should be aware that limbers carry one ammo chest, caissons carry two. Caissons carry a spare wheel, limbers do not. Limbers are pulled by horses and can be attached to a gun and or… (2025-297) Learn More »

$13,000.00
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POST-CIVIL WAR ROTARY VALVE CORNET

POST-CIVIL WAR ROTARY VALVE CORNET

An unmarked, very good example of the rotary valve cornet, made in brass, and measuring 18” overall. These were introduced about 1830 and replaced keyed bugles in military bands in the 1850s. This… (1268-172) Learn More »

SEA CHANTIES AND CAMPFIRES: CONCERTINA OF JOHN MARTIN, PRIVATE 47th MASS AND MARINER

SEA CHANTIES AND CAMPFIRES: CONCERTINA OF JOHN MARTIN, PRIVATE 47th MASS AND MARINER

A very nice condition concertina in is original hexagonal wood case. This is attractively identified in black ink on one face: “John / Martin / 47th / Mass.” with a bar of music following his… (1268-178) Learn More »

RELIC GROUPING – CONFEDERATE SURRENDER AT APPOMATTOX

RELIC GROUPING – CONFEDERATE SURRENDER AT APPOMATTOX

At Appomattox, once news of the surrender circulated, Confederates dismantled and destroyed as much equipment as possible to prevent confiscation by US Forces. Dug from the last documented camp site… (173-4331) Learn More »

$175.00
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CONFEDERATE DEEP SOUTH DEPOT ENLISTEDMAN'S KEPI

CONFEDERATE DEEP SOUTH DEPOT ENLISTEDMAN'S KEPI

Federal soldier George Wilson, 21st Missouri Infantry (US), captured this cap at the Fort Blakely fight near Mobile, Alabama April 9th, 1865.  The cap appears to have been mass produced at a clothing… (2025-300) Learn More »

$16,500.00
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VERY NICE SHEFFIELD FIGHTING KNIFE IDENTIFIED TO 24TH MASSACHUSETTS SOLDIER

VERY NICE SHEFFIELD FIGHTING KNIFE IDENTIFIED TO 24TH MASSACHUSETTS SOLDIER

Offered here is a bone-handle Sheffield knife with scabbard, belt frog, and the perfect Civil War “fighting knife” look! The knife is approximately 13” long overall with an 8.25” blade. Knife… (1268-256) Learn More »

GENERAL GEORGE A. CUSTER BUST BY RON TUNISON

GENERAL GEORGE A. CUSTER BUST BY RON TUNISON

A limited edition cold-cast bronze statue of General Grant by renowned sculptor Ron Tunison. Dated 1996, the sculpture stands 8 ½” tall, and measures 2 ¾” x 3” at the base. The back is signed… (2025-353) Learn More »

$395.00
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ID’D CONFEDERATE ARMY REGULATIONS MANUAL, 1863 – LT. THOMAS HARRIS, 24th TENNESSEE BATTALION SHARPSHOOTERS

ID’D CONFEDERATE ARMY REGULATIONS MANUAL, 1863 – LT. THOMAS HARRIS, 24th TENNESSEE BATTALION SHARPSHOOTERS

This wartime manual is titled “REGULATIONS FOR THE ARMY OF THE CONFEDERATE STATES. 1863.” And was published in 1863 by ‘J. W. RANDOLPH, 121 MAIN ST., RICHMOND, VA.’  The boards are covered in… (1268-051) Learn More »

NICE CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

NICE CIVIL WAR PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX

Original pistol cartridge box with clean leather and tight seams to hold Army size (.44 cal.) cartridge packs. Likely unissued. Outer flap remains supple. Light crazing overall. Unmarked. Latch tab… (1268-274A) Learn More »

M1855 SOCKET BAYONET

M1855 SOCKET BAYONET

During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no… (1256-259) Learn More »

CIVIL WAR BRASS TRUMPET FROM THE DIXON, ILLINOIS, G.A.R. POST

CIVIL WAR BRASS TRUMPET FROM THE DIXON, ILLINOIS, G.A.R. POST

This came out of the Dixon, Illinois G.A.R. post and is the classic Civil War trumpet form, brass, with the tube being a relatively uniform diameter for most of its length rather than expanding… (1268-162) Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE BOYLE, GAMBLE AND MCFEE BAYONET ADAPTER

RARE CONFEDERATE BOYLE, GAMBLE AND MCFEE BAYONET ADAPTER

Bayonet adapters enabled rifles such as the Model 1817 and Model 1841, as well as Southern-made military rifles, to be mounted with bayonets without weakening barrels by dovetailing in studs to engage… (1000-2318) Learn More »

VERY UNCOMMON EARLY WAR CONFEDERATE LETTER – LT. PAGE, 2nd VIRGINIA CAVALRY

VERY UNCOMMON EARLY WAR CONFEDERATE LETTER – LT. PAGE, 2nd VIRGINIA CAVALRY

Lieutenant Edwin Randolph Page wrote this letter to Mrs. Edwin R. Page, on July 3rd, 1863. Lieutenant Page was a 39-year-old lawyer from Campbell County, Virginia, when he commissioned and mustered… (2024-668) Learn More »

$225.00
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BENJAMIN F. BUTLER,  POST-WAR ALS

BENJAMIN F. BUTLER, POST-WAR ALS

Dated “Washington, Feb. 4, 1876.” Addressed to Oaks A. Ames / North Easton, Mass.  2 pp., on unlined paper in ink, w/post-script in pencil on reverse. Exhibits fold-marks. Else… (490-6493) Learn More »

GENERAL ORDER 55—MAJOR GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / BEN BUTLER TAXES THE REBELS.

GENERAL ORDER 55—MAJOR GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / BEN BUTLER TAXES THE REBELS.

Dated “New Orleans, August 4, 1862.” Eight pages, 5” x 8. Exhibits small stain at lower margin. Else near fine. Text: “It appears that the need of relief to the destitute poor of the city… (490-6630) Learn More »

$25.00
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GENERAL ORDERS NO. 32—MAJOR GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 32—MAJOR GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF

Dated New Orleans, May 27, 1862. One page, 5” x 8. Small foxed spot on bottom margin. Else VG plus. Text:   “No officer or soldier is permitted to take the property, to shut up any house or place… (490-6627) Learn More »

$25.00
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RARE CONFEDERATE “THREE SQUARE” SOCKET BAYONET

This is an excavated example of a Confederate-made musket socket bayonet.  Measuring 21” overall with a 2.75” socket.  This was made for an early .69 caliber musket with a bayonet lug mounted on the bottom of the barrel; as the bridge is on the… (2022-459). Learn More »

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