Updated 5-26-26
CWI 1. 6th Plate Tintype of a Cavalryman Armed with Colt Navy Revolvers.
Here is a Civil War photograph with character. Our subject bears two M-1851 Colt Navies across his chest. He is also sporting a M-1851 saber belt. In my opinion, this young soldier is probably a Western Theater Rebel. That being said, he could also be a border state Yankee from Kansas or Missouri. Unfortunately he is not identified, but this photo is published in a Colt collector’s magazine (I will try to find a link to this). $1495.00
CSBP 1. Dug Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.
Good looking “Tennessee Thin” style C.S.A. rectangular belt plate in excellent condition with a woods brown-green patina. All belt hooks intact. No repairs or issues. Note thin border and large periods between the letters. This variant is shown on page 63, Plates #105 of Steve Mullinax’s reference book “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates”. Provenance uncertain. If anyone recognizes this buckle and knows where it was found please holler. It was probably found a while back because it comes with a Steve Mullinax Letter of Authenticity. Measures 71 x 48 mm. $3495.00 HOLD D.B.
MS 1. Abraham Lincoln Signed Commission of Col. John S. Clark, Aide de Camp and Head of Intelligence for General Nathaniel Banks.
John Swarthout Smith Clark was a remakable individual, and was quite qualified for intelligence work. He suffered a serious leg wound while reconnoitering Confederate fortifications at Port Hudson LA. and evidently, established a framework for interrogating Confederate prisoners among other achievements. His estimations of Confederate force strengths were unfortunately innacurate for Gen. Pope at Second Mannasas as well as during the Red River Campaign, but on balance, he was a solid and productive asset to the Union Army. I will now refer you to the detailed biographical sketch provided by the Horse Soldier in Gettysburg PA. that accompanies this fine document. President Lincoln’s signature is bold and clear, as well as the signature of his Secretary of War Edwin McMasters Stanton. The commission is professionally custom framed with archival materials and UV resistant glass. A signed letter of authenticity from Wes Small of the Horse Soldier is included. Here is an opportunity to own a very historical American Civil War military document signed by President Lincoln himself. $7995.00
CSBP 1. Dug Washington Artillery of New Orleans Belt Plate.
Rare stamped brass plate in very good condition with a smooth chocolate brown patina and sharp details. Found many years ago by Jerry Bochek in the early 1862 camp of the Washington Artillery near Newport News VA. SOLD
CSBP 2. Dug 6th NC State Troops Belt Plate.
The 6th North Carolina Vol. Infantry Regt. was organized on May 16, 1861 at Burlington NC. It was here that they were issued these cast brass plates that were made in a local railroad shop. The attachment hooks were poorly soldered, and this is why many of these buckles were discarded in the field. This particular buckle has a beautiful pea-green patina and all three soldered on hooks imtact and solid. Found many years ago by Jerry Bochek near Charles City Courthouse VA. The 6th North Carolina fought in all of the major campaigns of CS Gen. Robert E. Lees’s Army of Northern VA. They suffered heavy casualties at First Manassas, The Seven Days, Second Manassas-Ox Hill, and devastating losses at Gettysburg. They surrendered at Appomatox Court House with only 6 officers and 175 men. SOLD
MS 2. Dug Confederate Cavalry Saddle Shield Insignia.
Scarce Confederate Cavalry relic in very good condition with a woods brown patina. Provenance uncertain. $650.00
MS 3. Dug US Cavalry or Officer’s Saddle Insignia “E. WATERS/MAKER/TROY NY.”.
Oval stamped brass insignia for McClellan saddles made under US Government contract by Elisha Waters. Excellent condition. Provenance uncertain. $125.00
MS 4. Dug US Cavalry or Officer’s Saddle Shield “ALLEGHENY ARSENAL/1860”.
Fine looking saddle shield with clear Allegheny Arsenal stamp and 1860 date. Provenance uncertain. $175.00
USBP 1. Dug US Enlistedman’s Belt Plate. Battlefield Struck by Artillery at Resaca GA.
Excellent condition with a green patina and part of the leather belt intact on the reverse. The contour of the impact perfectly fits a 6 Pounder Shot or shell fragment. The Confederate Army employed a good number of these guns at Resaca. This buckle was found on the battlefield, not hit with a plow, not bent from campaign wear, but hit hard with a projectile. The wearer of this buckle no doubt met a gruesome end. $1250.00
MS 5. Dug Group of Relics Found in Fredericksburg VA.
Here is what I found digging in March after the Fredericksburg Show. We scouted a residential area off of Route 3 that was being prepared for construction and recovered a few relics. There are some fired and dropped bullets from the December 1862 Battle of Fredericksburg. A camp hatchet was recovered near a lead canister ball that was hacked up. Several small camp items also recovered. Some of the Federal bullets are of the “swaged” variety. $75.00
MS 6. Dug Confederate Cavalry Saddle Shield Insignia.
Less common pointed type in awesome condition with a slick black patina. “CS” letters nicely higlighted. Provenance uncertain. $695.00 HOLD J.H.
MS 67. Dug Colonial Spanish Engineer’s Insignia.
Early cast brass insigia for the Spanish Royal Army Engineer’s Corps. Provenance uncertain but almost certainly Florida or Louisiana. Ex. Alejandro De Quesada collection. $195.00
USBP 2. Dug US Enlistedman’s Cartridge Box Plate.
The provenance is on the back, but there seems to be some ambiguity about it, even cryptic. Maybe someone out there can figure it out. Condition is fantastic with both iron attachment loops intact. $250.00
USBP 3. Dug US Enlistedman’s Cartridge Box Plate. Gettysburg PA. Battlefield.
A fantastic relic from one of the most famous battles in American history. Found during the golden age of relic hunting by the late Dean Thomas. His tag on the reverse states that the plate was found “May 13, 1974 on the hill behind the 62nd New York Infantry monument North of Sickes Ave.”. Hard to get more precise than that. Several of Dean’s relics were featured in Mike O’Donnell’s reference book “Gettysburg Battlefield Relics & Souvenirs”. $395.00 HOLD J.W.
USBP 4. Dug US M-1855 Rifleman’s Belt Buckle. Spotsylvania VA. Battlefield.
All four pieces dug together by Ron Doggett. Great condition and patina. $395.00
ART 1. Dug Fragment from an Exploded 4.62″ James Shell. Shiloh TN. Battlefield.
A battery of 12 Pounder rifled guns was deployed by Union forces at Shiloh. This particular fragment is part of the ribbed “Bird Cage” or lower section of the shell. Found many years ago on the April 6, 1862 Shiloh TN. Battlefield, one of the very few places where these rare shells were used. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. An interesting artillery relic. $55.00
ART 2. Dug 12 Pounder Confederate “Sideloader” Case Shot.
Two very rare . Used in the 12 Pounder Napoleon or 12 Pounder Howitzers. Note lead plug which seals the opening where the shrapnel (lead or iron balls) were inserted at the arsenal. Designed to explode over the heads of enemy troops and shower them with deadly shrapnel. See page 32 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “6”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance of Northern VA. $550.00
ART 3. Dug US 12 Pounder Experimental Canister Plates. Fort Jackson KY.
Jerry Keyes acquired these rare plates from one of the early diggers that hunted Fort Jackson KY. This fort anchored the defenses at Camp Nelson. I have never seen this type before but have no doubt what they are. The heavy plates have divots for the balls and a hole for an iron rod to hold them together much like a stand of grape. A tin covering may have been employed to contain many smaller balls typical of a canister round. The plates measure slightly smaller than 4.62″ which would be appropriate for a 12 Pounder Napoleon Gun or Howitzer (12 Pounders are documented at Fort Jackson). Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. If anyone out there has more information on these, please chime in. $250.00 ea. HOLD A.P.
ART 4. Minty Dug US 3″ Parrott Case Shot. Type I.
One of the most iconic artillery projectiles of the American Civil War. Flat mint condition. Type I wrought iron pre-rifled sabot intact. Zinc fuse anvil cap screws most of the way in and was added for display. This variant contains a load of lead balls packed in pitch matrix. Designed to explode over the heads of enemy personnel, showering them with dealy shrapnel. Provenance of Rocky Face Ridge near Dalton GA. See page 226 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example (with Type III sabot) and more information. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $550.00
ART 5. Dug Confederate 12 Pounder Grape Shot. Shiloh TN.
I have eight of these crudely cast balls, all in fantastic condition. Almost enough for a full stand of Grape. Ball have very crude mold seams and sprues. They measure approx. 2″ in diameter which should be correct for the 12 Pounder. $65.00 ea.
ART 6. Exploded US 3″ Dyer Case Shot Fragments. Kennesaw Mtn. GA.
This group of fragments include the nose with zinc time fuse adapter, and several pieces of the shell body. $95.00
ART 7. Sectioned US 11″ Naval Shell with Watercap Time Fuse.
Monster shell cut in half showing powder cavity and US Navy Watercap Fuse. These big shells were weighted intentionally on the bottom, perhaps so that the shell would settle upright and not smother the burning fuse. Impressive artillery relic. $450.00 Shop or Show pick up only.
ART 8. Dug US 3″ Schenkl Case Shot with Combination Percussion/Time Fuse.
Fantastic American Civil War artillery projectile. Near mint condition. Used in the US 3″ Ordnance Rifle. Schenkl combination fuse is superb with visible patent address on the cap and time increments on the collar. Designed to explode over the heads of enemy troops and shower them with deadly shrapnel. See page 299 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “5”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance uncertain. $795.00 HOLD D.C.
ART 9. Dug US 12 Pounder Bormann Time Fused Shell. Appomattox Campaign.
Iconic American Civil War artillery projectile in great condition with slick iron shell body. Bormann fuse in good shape showing time increments. Punched at the 3 second mark but did not detonate. Professionally cleaned, disarmed, and treated for preservation. White Oak Rd. VA. Battlefield. $395.00
ART 10. Dug Type II US 3″ Hotchkiss Case Shot for the US Ordnance Rifle.
Great example. Lead band sabot fully intact and impressed with the lands and grooves of the cannon’s bore. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. See page 167 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. Rarity 2. $450.00
ART 11. Dug Confederate 7″ Brooke Shell.
Super slick shell in great condition with intact brass time fuse adapter. The attractive green sabot is authentic and correct, but not original to the shell. It does fit very well and looks fantastic. Verbal provenance of Mobile Bay area (Alabama). See page 184 of Jack Bell’s reference book “Civil War Heavy Explosive Ordnance” for an identical example and more information on this impressive projectile. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Rarity 7. Shop or show pick-up only. $2650.00
ART 12. Dug Type II US 3.8″ Hotchkiss Shell for the 14 Pounder James Rifle. Campbell’s Station TN. Battlefield.
This impressive projectile was dug by Jerry Keyes at Campbell Station (Modern day Farragut) in the 1970’s. A sharp engagement occurred here. Part of the delaying action by US Gen. Ambrose Burnside against CS Gen. James Longstreet as they tried to take Knoxville. Lead band sabot sheared off when fired. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. See page 178 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. Rarity 7. SOLD
ART 13. Dug Type II US 3″ Hotchkiss Shell for the US Ordnance Rifle. Campbell’s Station TN. Battlefield.
This fine shell was dug by Jerry Keyes at Campbell Station (Modern day Farragut) in the 1970’s. A sharp engagement occurred here. Part of the delaying action by US Gen. Ambrose Burnside against CS Gen. James Longstreet as they tried to take Knoxville. Lead band sabot fully intact and impressed with the lands and grooves of the cannon’s bore. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. See page 167 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. Rarity 2. SOLD
CSBP 1. Republic of Texas Belt Plate.
I have no doubt that this is a Republic of Texas belt plate. There is an outside chance it could be Mississippi Militia, but the beveled star is mostly seen on Texas associated buckles. This early style, popular between 1830-1850 falls into the time period of the Texas Republic, and would have no doubt been used during the Civil War as well. The beveled star is applied, probably soldered on. A high quality buckle with an untouched patina. If anyone out there has seen an exact analogue of this buckle, particularly in a photograph, please chime in. Measures 76 x 58 mm. See page 156 in Sydney Kerksis’ reference book “Plates & Buckles of the American Military 1795-1874” for a similar variant, also attributed to Texas. Ex. Jim Grantham collection. $4995.00 HOLD T.J.
CSBP 2. Georgia State Militia Belt Plate.
Killer example. Absolutely untouched patina with light service wear. All belt hooks intact with full lead fill on reverse. This buckle was produced under contract for the State of Georgia by E. Gaylord of Chicopee Mass. just prior to the war. Note “1775” neatly inscribed behind the belt studs. See page 352 in Sydney Kerksis’ reference book “Plates & Buckles of the American Military 1795-1874” for an identical example, possibly the same one photographed. SOLD
CWI 1. CS General Robert E. Lee Signed Carte de Visite.
Great condition with no fading or bends. Desirable “VANNERSON & JONES” Richmond VA. studio mark on reverse. Authentic brown ink signature in Lee’s own hand. Rarely in the history of warfare has a commander achieved such greatness with such limited resources. Lee was a true genius who had audacity and routinely outmanuevered his Union opponents. $2850.00 HOLD C.T.
MS 1. Rare 1863 Confederate Cavalry Tactics Manual. Gen. Joseph Wheeler, C.S.A.
The frontispiece of this booklet states: “A REVISED SYSTEM OF CAVALRY TACTICS, /FOR THE USE OF THE/ Cavalry and Mounted Infantry, C.S.A./BY/MAJOR GENERAL JOSEPH WHEELER/ Chief of Cavalry, Army of Tennessee, C.S.A.”. Bottom of page has publisher “MOBILE: /S.H. Goetzel & Co./1863”. On the inside of the cover there is a presentation in pencil, “Compliments/ C. E. Staub /N.O. La.”. Condition is very good. Textured paper cover is excellent. The spine has no tears. Label reads “WHEELER’S CAVALRY”. Sliver on left side missing. Pages all intact and properly bound. Some foxing on the text and browning on some pages. There are many illustrations and some pages of bugle call music. Book measures 5.5″ x 3.75″ x 1″.
SOLD
MS 2. Dug 63rd Tennessee Vol. Infantry Regt. Badge C.S.A.
Unique shield shaped badge made of stamped brass. Although the numbers look like “68” it must surely be 63 because there was no 68th Tennessee Regt. of any kind, in any war. Badge reads: “CO. E./63 TENN./VOL. INF./C.S.A../WAR 1861-S”. The 63rd Tenn. consisted of volunteers from East TN. Mostly from Knox, Sullivan, Claiborne, Roane, Hawkins, and Washington Counties. This badge is possibly wartime, but could also be veteran reunion era. Recovered in the 1864 Confederate Winter camps near Dalton GA. by Bill Blackman. $395.00
MS 3. US 7th Army Corps Insignia.
Silver plated brass insignia in great condition. Shows obvious wear and age. “T” shaped pin missing on reverse. There were two incarnations of this unit. The first one was formed in the Eastern Theater and served in Eastern Virgina until disbanded in 1863. These are the troops that opposed CS Gen. Longstreet at Suffolk. The second was formed in the Trans-Mississippi Theater in January of 1864. They served in the Department of Arkansas and participated in Gen. Frederick Steele’s Camden Expedition. An authentic wartime insignia. $495.00
MS 4. Dug Chickamauga Battlefield Park Souvenir Badge Dated 1898.
This badge was a souvenir for soldiers training at Camp Thomas during the Spanish-American War. Many soldiers died of disease while camped on and near the battlefield. Some say it is haunted. Found by Bill Blackman near Dalton GA. $45.00
MS 5. Dug US Army Flag Pole Finial.
Neat relic dug by Bill Blackman in the massive Federal 6th Corps camp on Cole’s Hill near Culpeper VA. These were screwed into the bottom end of the flag pole. $75.00 HOLD J.W.
MS 6. Dug Confederate Soldier’s Side Knife. Snyder’s Bluff MS.
This is the coolest, most home-grown Southern knife I have ever seen. Like cornbread, turnip greens, pinto beans, and fried okra. Note lead pommel and cross-guard. Found long ago by Jackie Sarrett on Snyder’s Bluff near Vicksburg MS. Blade measures 9.5″ with tang. $595.00
USBP 1. Battlefield Struck US Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.
A projectile, probably a bullet, canister ball, or shell fragment hit the buckle obliquely on the soldier’s right hand side. It folded the edge backward, carrying away a small section of the buckle near the main hook. It is doubtful that the wearer survived. Bill Blackman acquired the plate from the Steve Mullinax collection. Provenance could not be recalled. Probably handed down from the victims’ family. $2850.00 HOLD B.Mc.
ART 14. Dug US 3.67″ Schenkl Percussion Fused Shell. Rare “Transitional Model”. Bridgeport Al.
High quality example with super slick iron. Designed for the Rifled-Six Pounder Gun. Schenkl percussion fuse is intact with visible “J.P. SCHENKL PAT. OCT. 16, 1861” address on the flange. Note tapering conical tail. See page 306 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “10”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Found by Cliff Condra near Bridgeport Alabama. $1650.00 HOLD J.N.
ART 15. Dug CS 6 Pounder Shot.
The six pounder gun was phased out early in the war by the Federal Army but the Confederacy continued to field them until the end of the war. This particular ball is in excellent condition with very minor pitting. Provenance of Atlanta Campaign. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $250.00
ART 16. Dug CS 12 Pounder Polygonal Shell Fragment.
Pentagonal shaped fragment from the top of the shell with the fuse hole. Superb condition. Found by Bill Bellinger on the Peachtree Creek GA. Battlefield. These shells were cast with lines of weakness to facilitate even fragmentation. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $75.00 HOLD B.Mc.
ART 17. Dug Type II US 3″ Hotchkiss Case Shot.
Nose section with brass adapter and base cup. Lead band sabot missing. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance unknown. See page 164 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example and more information. This type has flame grooves unlike the Type 1. $175.00
ART 18. Dug US/CS 12 Pounder Shot. Resaca Ga. Battlefield.
The iconic American Civil War artillery projectile. Designed for use in the 12 Pounder Napoleon Gun and Howitzers to shatter enemy artillery, batter fortifications, and take out massed infantry. This particular ball is in very good condition with minor pitting. Found many years ago by Bill Blackman on the May 13, 1864 Resaca GA. Battlefield. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $250.00
ART 19. Dug US 3.8″ Hotchkiss Bolt. Vicksburg MS. Battlefield.
Super slick iron on this impressive bolt. Lead band sabot sheared off when fired. Designed for use in the James Rifled Gun to batter fortifications. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. See page 171 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example and more information. Rarity 7. $395.00 HOLD C.C.
ART 20. Dug US 5.82″ (24 Pounder) Naval Spherical Shell.
Scarce spherical shell with an 1862 dated US Navy Watercap Time Fuse. Very good condition. These shells were fired from gunboats and shore batteries. Provenance unknown. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. See page 350 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example and more information. Rarity 8. $795.00
ART 21. Dug US Type III 3.67″ Parrott Percussion Fused Shell.
Excellent condition with smooth iron shell body. Type III brass ring sabot intact showing the lands and grooves of the 20 Pounder Parrott Rifle that fired it. Note perfectly intact Schenkl Percussion Fuse with visible “J.P. SCHENKL PAT. OCT. 16, 1861” address on the flange. See page 232 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example and more information. They rate this shell as a “Rarity 5” but with the Schenkl Percussion Fuse, it is much scarcer. Provenance unknown. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $695.00
ART 22. Dug 3″ US Type I Hotchkiss Percussion Fused Shell.
Superb condition. Lead band sabot intact showing the lands and grooves of the 3″ Ordnance Rifle that fired it. Note perfectly intact Hotchkiss Percussion Fuse with visible patent address on the anvil cap. See page 166 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. Provenance unknown. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $595.00
ART 23. Dug 3″ US Type I James Percussion Shell.
Good overall condition with scattered areas of pitting. No fuse. See page 188 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for a non-excavated example and more information. Provenance unknown. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $595.00
ART 24. Extremely Rare Confederate Rains Hand Grenade.
One pound grenade in mint non-dug condition. Note intact brass sleeve for the Rains pressure sensitive fuse. Ticker cloth tail appears to be a reproduction but sure looks authentic and shows age. See page 499 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical non-excavated example and more information. Rarity 10. $2495.00
ART 25. Dug US 24 Pounder Shot. Shiloh TN. Battlefield.
This shot was fired by Battery B, 2nd Illinois Light Artillery (Commanded by Capt. Reilly Madison). They anchored Gen. Grant’s last line of defense. The battery consisted of five Iron M-1819 24 Pounder Siege guns and a M-1841 8″ (64 Pounder) Siege Howitzer. This particular shot is in very good condition with moderate pitting. Found many years ago on the April 6, 1862 Shiloh TN. Battlefield. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $450.00 HOLD P.P.
ART 26. Dug US 3.67″ Parrott Common Shell. Type I. Siege of Vicksburg MS.
Good condition with mild but consistent pitting to the shell body. Type I wrought iron pre-rifled sabot intact. Zinc paper time fuse adapter is in great condition and screws out. See page 232 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example (with Type III sabot) and more information. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $495.00
ART 27. Minty Dug Confederate 12 Pounder Polygonal Shell. Rocky Face GA.
Superb shell with slick iron and pronounced mold seam. John W. Mallett (Superintendent of the Macon Ga. Laboratory) designed these shells to fragment evenly upon detonation. Produced at the Selma Alabama Arsenal. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Found many years ago by Bill Blackman on Rocky Face Ridge. $350.00 HOLD C.T.
ART 28. Dug US 3″ Parrott Common Shell. Type I. Siege of Vicksburg MS.
Fine looking shell. Type I wrought iron pre-rifled sabot intact. Zinc paper time fuse adapter is in great condition and screws out. See page 226 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example (with Type III sabot) and more information. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $450.00
ART 29. Dug US 3.4″ Dahlgren Blind Shell for Rifled Boat Howitzer.
Good representative example. Medium to heavy pitting. Lead cup sabot thrown when fired. Note brass cap. Shell cavity filled with sand. See page 385 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example and more information on this scarce projectile. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Rarity 6. $495.00
ART 30. Dug Confederate 3.3″ Selma Bolt.
Some of these were recovered in the Oconee River near Milledgeville GA. This one may have been found at Vicksburg. Selma disc sabot was thrown when fired. See page 316 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for similar example and more information on this scarce projectile. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Rarity 8. $495.00 HOLD A.P.
ART 31. Dug US 3″ Parrott Case Shot. Type III. Siege of Vicksburg MS.
Good representative example. Brass ring sabot intact. Fuse adapter missing. Found near Vicksburg MS. by Charles Harvey. See page 226 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for a similar example and more information. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $195.00
ART 32. Dug US 24 Pounder Shot. Vickburg MS. Battlefield.
Found many years ago by Charles Harvey in the Confederate lines. Good condition with moderate pitting. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $450.00
ART 33. Dug Fragment from Exploded 8″ Howitzer Shell. Shiloh TN. Battlefield.
This shell was fired by Battery B, 2nd Illinois Light Artillery (Commanded by Capt. Reilly Madison). They anchored Gen. Grant’s last line of defense. The battery consisted of five Iron M-1819 24 Pounder Siege guns and a M-1841 8″ (64 Pounder) Siege Howitzer. This particular fragment is in very good condition. Found many years ago on the April 6, 1862 Shiloh TN. Battlefield. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $95.00 HOLD P.P.
ART 34. Sectioned 3″ US Type II Hotchkiss Case Shot Nose.
The case shot was an anti-personnel round that was intended to detonate over the heads of enemy troops showering them with deadly shrapnel. This sectioned nose clearly shows the shrapnel in pitch matrix, powder chamber, and fuse adapter. See page 164 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for a similar example (Type I version) and more information. Provenance unknown. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $125.00
ART 35. Dug US/CS 12 Pounder Shot. Resaca Ga. Battlefield.
The iconic American Civil War artillery projectile. Designed for use in the 12 Pounder Napoleon Gun and Howitzers to shatter enemy artillery, batter fortifications, and take out massed infantry. This particular ball is in very good condition with minor pitting. One of three found many years ago by Bill Blackman on the May 13, 1864 Resaca GA. Battlefield. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $250.00
ART 36. Dug US 3.67″ Schenkl Percussion Fused Shell.
Outstanding “Football” shaped shell in great condition. This variant has raised ribs and became the standard type after some experimentation. Designed for the Rifled-Six Pounder Gun. Schenkl percussion fuse is intact with clear “J.P. SCHENKL PAT. OCT. 16, 1861” address on the flange. Fuse screws out of the shell. See page 308 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “7+”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance uncertain. $795.00
ART 37. Dug 3″ CS “Tennessee Sabot” Shell. Kelly’s Ford VA. Battlefield.
This shell actually has very nice iron, but there are crude casting flaws and bubbles in the cast iron. Designed for use in the Confederate 3″ Ordnance Rifle. The unique brass disc sabot is intact though bent when fired. Iron pins and bolt intact as well. See page 203 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “6”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Found by Ron Leathers. $595.00
ART 38. Dug US 12 Pounder Shot. Kelly’s Ford VA. Battlefield.
The iconic American Civil War artillery projectile. Designed for use in the 12 Pounder Napoleon Gun and Howitzers to shatter enemy artillery, batter fortifications, and take out massed infantry. Very good condition. Found many years ago by Ron Leathers on the March 17, 1863 Kelly’s Ford VA. Battlefield. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $250.00
ART 39. Sectioned 3″ US Dyer Case Shot.
The case shot was an anti-personnel round that was intended to detonate over the heads of enemy troops showering them with deadly shrapnel. This sectioned shell (neatly cut in half) clearly shows the shrapnel in sulphur matrix, powder chamber, and fuse adapter. See page 145 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. Provenance of Northern VA. Ex. Pete George collection. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $295.00 ea.
ART 40. Extra Fine US 3″ Schenkl Percussion Fused Shell.
Classic Schenkl designed for the US 3″ Ordnance Rifle. Iron shell body is in superb condition, possibly non-excavated, or an early battlefield pick-up. Schenkl percussion fuse is super nice with a clear “J.P. SCHENKL PAT. OCT. 16, 1861” address on the flange. Fuse screws out of the shell. See page 300 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “4”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance uncertain. $695.00
ART 41. Dug US 12 Pounder Shot. Rappahannock Station VA. Battlefield.
The iconic American Civil War artillery projectile. Designed for use in the 12 Pounder Napoleon Gun and Howitzers to shatter enemy artillery, batter fortifications, and take out massed infantry. Very good condition. Found many years ago by Ron Leathers on the Nov. 7, 1863 Rappahannock Station VA. Battlefield. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $250.00
ART 42. Dug US 3″ Dyer Common Shell. Type II.
This pointed-nose variant is relatively scarce to come across. Condition is very good with intact lead cup sabot. Zinc time fuse adapter is intact, a bit corroded but you can see the spanner holes. See page 146 of Dickey & George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. Provenance unknown. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Ex. Bill Tracy collection. $495.00
ART 43. Dug US 3″ Schenkl Case Shot.
Great example of this iconic American Civil War artillery projectile. Used in the US 3″ Ordnance Rifle. Schenkl combination fuse is intact and in good shape. Designed to explode over the heads of enemy troops and shower them with deadly shrapnel. See page 299 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “5”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Bill Tracy collection. $495.00
ART 44. Exploded 3″ US Type II Hotchkiss Shell Fragment. Peachtree Creek GA. Battlefield.
Complete base cup and a large part of the nose. Found many moons ago at Peachtree Creek by Bill Bellinger. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $65.00
ART 45. Dug 3.5″ CS “Tennessee Sabot” Shell for 12 Pounder Blakely Rifle.
Very rare shell in great condition. The brass disc sabot is intact though bent when fired. Iron pins and bolt are accurate replacements. See page 211 of Dickey and George’s reference book “Field Artillery Projectiles of The American Civil War” for an identical example and more information. They give this shell a rarity of “8+”. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. Provenance of Northern VA. Ex. Chris Bullington collection. $1650.00
ART 46. Exploded 3″ Confederate Read Shell Base and Sabot. Kennesaw Mtn. GA. Battlefield.
Very good condition with complete brass sabot showing lands and grooves from CS Ordnance Rifle. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $95.00
ART 46. Sectioned Confederate 6 Pounder Shell.
This type used a wooden adapter for the time fuse. As far as sectioned shells go, you simply don’t see this one. Would make a great candy dish. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $125.00
ART 47. Dug 3″ Confederate “Tredegar” Read Shell. Lay’s Ferry GA.
The fight for Lay’s ferry resulted in the Confederate Army being outflanked, and forced to retreat from their defenses at Resaca. This shell was found on the Federal side of the Oostanaula River by Bill Blackman. Shell is in very good condition with intact brass adapter. Wrought iron sabot is also intact but sheared from firing. Professionally cleaned and treated for preservation. $395.00
WP 3. US M-1860 Light Cavalry Saber Identified to Sergeant Charles H. Gordon, Co. E, 1st New Hampshire Vol. Cavalry Regt.
A classic American Civil War Cavalry Saber produced by Roby and dated 1863. Neatly incribed on the scabbard is the presentation “Sergt. C.H. Gordon/Co. E, 1st N.H. Cav./Sept. 1, 1864“. Original leather grip and wire wrap in excellent condition. Leather throat washer intact. Brass guard is in great condition with a deep untouched patina. Blade retains factory polish and luster. Edge has a few nicks that are not seen but barely felt. No pitting or sharpening. Ricasso marked “C. ROBY” over W. CHELMSFORD/MASS.” and “US” over “A.G.M./1863”. Steel scabbard has a smooth chocolate brown patina and is dent-free. The condition overall is exceptional and untouched. The 1st New Hampshire Vol. Cavalry Regt. was organized in April of 1864 and was immediately thrown into action with the Army of The Potomac. They saw hard fighting at White Oak Swamp, Wilson’s Raid and the Battles of Weldon Railroad and Ream’s Station. They were next engaged at Kernstown, Winchester, and Cedar Creek. As for Sergt. Gordon, he is recorded as enlisting in Hopkinton NH. on July 8, 1864. He was promoted to Sergeant on Sept. 1, 1864. Later promoted to Quartermaster Sergeant. More research should be done. The saber is accompanied by a complete roster and history of the 1st New Hampshire Cavalry Regt. Ex. Bill Bellinger collection. SOLD
WP 4. Fine M-1851 Colt Navy Revolver .36 Cal.
These classic American Civil War revolvers were very popular with the Confederate Cavalry. CS General Nathan Bedford Forrest preferred that his troopers carry two or three loaded Navy revolvers in lieu of sabers. The revolver featured here is in excellent, untouched condition. All matching 1853 production serial # 30132 except for the wedge which is # 3426. Tight frame to barrel fit. Smooth metal with a consistent graying patina. Minor pin-prick oxidation here and there, particularly at the end of the barrel on one side. Clear “ADDRESS SAML. COLT NEW YORK CITY” legend on the barrel. Traces of silver wash on the trigger guard and butt-strap. Cylinder rotation/trigger mechanism functions properly. The W.L. Ormsby “Battle of Campeche” cylinder scene has remakable detail. Note intact cylinder pins. Bore is clean with strong rifling. Original walnut grips are very nice and retain about 98% of the original factory varnish. This classic Colt Navy was well taken care of and has a great appearance. $2995.00
WP 5. US M-1858 Starr Double-Action Army Revolver .44 Cal. Issued to Co. D. 14th Penn. Vol. Cavalry Regt.
Classic American Civil War revolver with condition. According to the Springfield Research Volume, this revolver with all matching serial # 8559 falls between serial # 8301 issued to Co. D of the 14th PA. Cavalry Regt. and serial # 8740, also issued to Co. D, 14th PA. Vol. Cav. Regt. There is a long and consistent list of these Starrs issued to Companies C and D in 1863 starting with serial # 8066 and ending with # 10268. Frame retains most of its factory blue finish. Smooth graying patina on cylinder and barrel. Cylinder rotation and trigger mechanism works properly. Clear Starr Patent markings on both sides of the frame. Bore is clean with sharp rifling. Walnut one-piece grip is in very good shape with no missing wood, repairs or cracks. Deeply struck US Military Inspector Cartouches on each side. The 14th PA. Cavalry (also known as the 159th Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized near Pittsburgh PA. in November of 1862. They saw sharp combat in Virgina and West Virginia. For a concise history of the unit and its commanders see this Wikipedia Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/14th_Pennsylvania_Cavalry_Regiment $2650.00
WP 6. Nice US M-1858 Smith Cavalry Carbine .50 Cal.
High quality example of this popular American Civil War cavalry carbine Produced in Springfield Mass. by the American Machine Works. Just a few of the units that carried these carbines include the 1st Connecticut, 6th Ohio, 7th Pennsylvania, 1st Mass., 11th Illinois, and 3rd West Virginia Vol. Cavalry Regiments. Very early production serial # 1381. Smooth metal surfaces with loads of factory blue finish on the barrel, trigger guard and top strap. Frame and hammer have vivid case hardening colors. Breech locks up tight and trigger mechanism is crisp. “POULTNEY & TRIMBLE/BALTIMORE U.S.A.” Patent Address present on the breech. Original long range sight, sling loop, and carbine sling ring present. Bore is razor sharp and mirror clean. Stock retains original raised wood grain with few bruises or even slight dings. No cracks, sanding, or repairs. Sharp US Military Inspector’s Cartouche on the wrist. $3450.00
WP 7. Presentation Grade US Field & Staff Army Officer’s Sword and Scabbard. Collins & Co. 186
Fantastic Union Officer’s Sword with ornate gold plated hilt. The Federal Eagle head quillon has ruby eyes, while the grip and reverse of guard have a stylized feathers motif. Blade is smooth and semi-bright with intricate engraving featuring a script “US”, war trophies, flags, and “E. PLURIBUS UNUM” in a ribbon. No nicks. Perfect point. Ricasso is marked “COLLINS & CO./HARTFORD CONN./1862“. Blued steel scabbard contrasts nicely with the gilt brass mounts and drag, also ornately decorated. $2995.00
WP 8. Factory Engraved M-1858 “Beals’ Patent” Remington Navy Revolver .36 Cal.
Exceptional Remington-Beals Navy with silky smooth metal surfaces and an untouched gray-turning plum patina. All matching early serial # 2663. Fancy scroll-work engraving all over the frame. Clear Beals Patent address on the barrel. Cylinder rotation, hammer, and trigger mechanics are tight and click with precision. Bore is clean with defined rifling. Walnut grips are tightly fitted with no repairs, cracks or missing wood. A very nice Civil War revolver with character. $3250.00
WP 9. M-1842 Austrian Military Musket. Henry Lehman Alteration for Pennsylvania Militia .70 Cal.
In the scramble for arms at the outset of the war, many obsolete weapons were purchased from Europe. Old flintlock muskets were converted to percussion. Henry Lehman of Lancaster PA. was prolific in this industry. His patented method was to cut the barrel at the breech and replace the old ssembly with a new breech and tang, including nipple, a bolster and clean-out screw. This particular musket saw serious combat, but is also in very good shape. Serial # 71 present on all parts. Metal surfaces show pin-prick pitting in places, but are mostly smooth with a deep brown patina. Lock action works but is a little sloppy. Tip of nipple is smashed and clogged. All barrel bands original with intact sling loops. Ramrod appears to be a replacement. Stock shows moderate service and age wear. No major cracks, fillers, or replaced wood. I really like the untouched look of this old soldier. And the price. $795.00
WP 10. Fine M-1860 Colt Army Revolver .44 Cal.
Here is a really good looking example of the iconic Colt Army Revolver. All matching and early 1863 production serial # 109898 on all parts. According to the Springfield Research Volume, this revolver falls between serial # 109835 issued to Co. B of the 14th Kansas Vol. Cavalry Regt. and serial # 109903, that was issued to Co. K, 9th Michigan Vol. Cav. Regt. Unfortunately we cannot acsertain which of these two units the gun was issued to. Condition: Smooth metal surfaces throughout with a graying patina. Strong Colt Patent Address on top of the the barrel. Note “U.S.” stamp on frame above trigger. This was probably added in recent times. Cylinder rotation/trigger mechanism is precise. Tight frame to barrel fit. Note sharply detailed cylinder scene. Bore is clean with strong rifling. Original walnut grips in fine good condition, well fitted, with no cracks, repairs, or missing wood. There are deep US Military Inspector’s Cartouches on each side. $3250.00
WP 11. M-1855 Colt Revolving Military Rifle .56 Cal.
The classic American Civil War Colt Revolving Rifle. All matching serial # 2234. Hard to make serial # out on butt plate due to wear. Gun metal surfaces mostly smooth with an untouched dark gray patina. Colt Patent Address present on the frame, and breech. It is also present on the cylinder, but very weak. Cylinder rotation/cocking mechanism works correctly. Long range sight is a period replacement. Bore is completely worn with no rifling visible. Cleaning rod is a very accurate replacement with a threaded tip and matching patina. Barrel bands and sling loops are original. The stock is in very good condition with an attractive appearance. Minor service wear and blemishes. No repairs or missing wood. There is one crack on the underside emanating from the loading lever catch. It is a minor issue but worth mentioning. The majority of all Colt Military Rifles were purchased by the US Government, but a significant number were purchased directly from Colt by various states, with large numbers going to North Carolina, Virginia, Connecticut, and Alabama. These guns would not have US Military inspector stamps and cartouches as observed in this example. According to Sam Watkins’ memoir, Col. Hume Feild of the 1st Tenn. Inf. CSA carried one of these Colt Revolving Rifles into battle (and used it). $7995.00
WP 12. Exceptional Type II Dickson Nelson & Co. Confederate Rifle .58 Cal.
William Dickson and Owen Nelson, both from Northern Alabama, formed the Shakanoosa Arms Co. in 1861. They were awarded a contract from the State of Alabama to produce a variant of the US M-1861 Military Rifle. Their first facility in Colbert County AL. was forced to move to Rome GA. due to US Gen. Don Carlos Buell’s invasion of North Alabama in 1862. They set up shop in Rome GA., but a fire broke out, destroying the machinery and gun parts before production could begin. This setback did not deter Dickson and Nelson. They moved to Adairsville GA. and started making rifles and carbines. Here they produced the Type I which were made of poorly seasoned Cherry or Walnut stocks. Approximately 3600 guns were made here. Enemy activity forced the firm to move yet again, finally to Dawson GA. in Feb. of 1864. Here they produced the much improved Type II. The stocks were made from properly treated Black Walnut, barrels were finished in the bright, as well as brown laquer. Clamp type brass barrel bands were used with remaining brass hardware similar to the type I. Only 645 of these were produced for the State of Alabama before the end of the war. When encountered, these guns are generally in poor and incomplete condition. The example offered here is extraordinary by Confederate standards. Every part is original to the gun, down to the screws. Lock is clearly marked “DICKSON NELSON & CO.” over “C.S.” with “ALA./1865” rear of the hammer. Lock and trigger mechanism funtions correctly. Barrel is finished “in the bright” with a smooth graying patina. No pitting whatsoever. There are no markings on the breech which is correct for the Type II. Bore is very sharp, well defined and clean. Original rear block sight and ramrod are present. Brass butt plate, nose cap, and clamp-type barrel bands have a consistent mellow patina. Iron sling loops present. The stock is very good with defined edges. No missing wood or repairs. There are some blemishes typical of light handling. Note cosmetic cracks to the wood emanating from the lock screw escutcheons and directly underneath the hammer. These are hardly noticeable and not structural. You will look long and hard for a Confederate made rifle with this level of completeness and quality. $26,500.00
WP 13. Rare Confederate Artillery Saber. Louis & Elijah Haiman, Columbus GA.
Here is a Confederate artillery saber you don’t see very often. Basically a copy of the US M-1840 Type I. Haiman Bros. produced a great quantity of Cavalry sabers, but relatively few artillery sabers. The similarities are obvious. Note tarred canvas (oilcloth) grip with single strand iron wire wrap showing minimal wear. Blade is also untouched with a graying patina and smooth surface. Minor nicks present on blade edge. Perfect point. Lap-seamed scabbard is typical of Haiman products with iron drag, brass mounts, and iron rings. Being a faithful copy of the Type I, it does not have a throat. The majority of the scabbard’s original red laquer paint is intact, though has turned brown with age. One minor push near the drag. This fine saber was originally acquired from Shannon Pritchard of Old South Antiques, and comes with his letter of condition and authenticity. $11,500.00
WP 14. Extremely Rare State of Oregon Field and Staff Officer’s Sword.
Oregon entered the Union as a free state in 1859. The second State Senator of Oregon, Col. Edward Dickinson Baker, was killed in the Battle of Ball’s Bluff. Several other Oregon Volunteers served in Union Regiments, including Capt. James W. Lingenfelter of Co. B, 71st Penn. Regt. who was killed at the picket line just prior to Ball’s Bluff. He was a lawyer from Jacksonville Oregon. The sword featured here is a known Civil War pattern produced by Clauberg. The sharkskin grip with brass wire wrap is in fantastic condition. Steel guard has a simple floral pattern with a deep brown patina. What makes this sword quite special is the blade. Deeply engraved on both sides, with gold plating beautifully accentuating the details. One side features war trophies and the Federal Eagle with the “E. PLURIBUS UNUM” motto surrounded by rays. The opposite side features a fancy “US” and a really cool vignette of US Infantrymen with a cannon. Above them, in the center, is the Great Seal of Oregon surrounded by the motto “STATE OF OREGON/1857”. There is no pitting, and the blade retains its factory polish. Point is perfect. No nicks or sharpening. The iron scabbard is also in superb condition with brass mounts and drag. Consistent and untouched brown patina. No dents whatsoever. During the Civil war, Oregon raised one full regiment of infantry and one regtiment of cavalry for Federal service. These units served on the frontiers of the state and in logistics roles. $4500.00
WP 15. US M-1860 “Fluted” Colt Army Revolver .44 Cal.
High quality example of the classic Colt Army Revolver. All matching 1861 production serial #6915 on all parts including the wedge. Cylinder indexing, hammer, and trigger mechanics are crisp. Frame to barrel fit is tight. Silky smooth metal surfaces with a graying patina. Sharply struck barrel address. Clear Colt patent address on the cylinder. Bore is clean with razor sharp rifling. Original walnut grips are in excellent condition and well fitted. No cracks, repairs, or missing wood. Many of these early Colt Army Revolvers found their way into Southern hands just prior to the American Civil War. SOLD
SSBTN LA 2. Dug Louisiana Militia Cuff Button.
LA 6 (Alberts) 15 mm. Top quality dug button with no ground action and blazing gold. “SCOVILL MFG. CO.” bm. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $295.00
SSBTN LA 3. Dug Louisiana Militia Coat Button.
LA 3 (Alberts) 22 mm. Impressive button with bright gold and no ground action. Push to middle of the face. “HYDE & GOODRICH/NEW ORLEANS. ” bm. Found near Richmond VA. $295.00
SSBTN LA 4. Dug Louisiana Militia Kepi/Cuff Button.
LA 3 (Alberts) 14 mm. Fine looking button with gold plating. “HYDE & GOODRICH/N.O.” bm. Found at Berkeley Springs WV. $250.00
SSBTN LA 5. Dug Louisiana Militia Coat Button.
LA 8 (Alberts) 22 mm. This button was produced by Casimir Rouyer of New Orleans. Excellent detail. No pushes or issues. Attractive gold plating. Found near Richmond VA. $495.00
SSBTN LA 6. Dug Louisiana Militia Kepi/Cuff Button.
LA 6 (Alberts) 15 mm. Golden Louisiana gem. No ground action or issues. Blank back. Provenance of Berkeley Springs WV. $275.00
SSBTN LA 7. Dug Louisiana Militia Coat Button.
LA 4 (Alberts) 21 mm. This variant features the Louisiana great seal on a plain, high convex field. Sharp deatils with gold. Plain back. No pushes or issues. Found near Richmond VA. $495.00
SSBTN LA 8. Dug Louisiana Militia Coat Button.
LA 3 (Alberts) 22 mm. Superb golden gem with no issues whatsoever. “HYDE & GOODRICH/NEW ORLEANS. ” bm. Provenance uncertain. $595.00 HOLD C.T.
SSBTN LA 9. Dug Louisiana Militia Kepi/Cuff Button.
LA 3 (Alberts) 14 mm. Bright gold plating with desirable “HYDE & GOODRICH/N.O.” bm. Found near Richmond VA. $350.00
SSBTN LA 10. Rare Silver Plated Louisiana Militia Coat Button with “BELLENOT & ULRICH/N.O.” bm.
LA 249 B1 (Tice) 21 mm. Dug example produced by Bellenot & Ulrich of New Orleans. Slick brown patina with silver plating. No pushes or issues. “BELLENOT & ULRICH N.O.” backmark. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $995.00
SSBTN LA 11. Dug Louisiana Militia Coat Button.
LA 2 (Alberts) 22 mm. Blinding gold gemstone with sharp details and no ground action. Imperceptible push to pelican’s head. “SCOVILL MFG. CO. WATERBURY ” bm. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $650.00
SSBTN TX 1. Dug Texas Confederate Service Coat Button.
TX 26 (Alberts) 22 mm. Exceptionally nice with no ground action. Found in SE Texas. Produced by T. Miller at the Houston Depot. SOLD
SSBTN TX 2. Dug Republic of Texas Infantry Cuff Button. Pumpkin Ridge VA.
TX 10 (Alberts) 15 mm. Nice looking button with silver plating. Shank intact. Faint “SCOVILLS” bm. $750.00 HOLD R.E.
SSBTN TX 3. Dug Texas Militia Cuff Button. Fredericksburg VA.
TX 17a (Alberts) 15 mm. Superb condition with bright gold plating. “HYDE & GOODRICH/N.O.” bm. Found by Terry Heilman near Fredericksburg VA. SOLD
SSBTN MD 1. Dug Maryland Militia Coat Button.
MD 11 (Alberts) 22 mm. The best of the best. No ground action and blazing gold plating. Super sharp details. “EXTRA QUALITY.” bm. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $695.00 HOLD Major B.
SSBTN MD 2. Dug Baltimore City Guards Coat Button.
MD 11 (Alberts) 23 mm. In 1860 the Baltimore City Guards were organized the 2nd Light Brigade, First Light Divisio of the Uniformed Maryland Volunteers. After occupation of the City of Baltimore by the Federals, the guards were forced to surrender their arms. The majority of the members joined the Confederate Army. Very rare to find dug. “Script “BCG” on a lined field with stars above and a wreath below. Slick dark patina attractively highlighted by dirt. Slight push to left side. Super sharp details. Shank intact. “SCOVILL. MG. CO./WATERBURY” bm. Dug in a CS camp near Point of Rocks MD. $595.00
SSBTN MD 3. Dug Baltimore City Police Coat Button.
MD 11 (Alberts) 23 mm. Another rare Maryland button. “BCP” on a lined field surrounded by stars. Bright gold plating with light push below the “C”. No shank. “SCOVILL. MFG. CO./WATERBURY” bm. Dug in a CS camp near Point of Rocks MD. $395.00
SSBTN SC 1. Dug South Carolina Militia Coat Button.
SC 13 (Alberts) 19 mm. Medium size variant with 98% gold plating. “SCOVILL MFG. CO./WATERBURY” rmdc. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $250.00
SSBTN SC 2. Silver Plated South Carolina Militia Coat Button.
SC 13 (Alberts) 23 mm. Bright silver plating on a copper face. “SCOVILLS & CO./WATERBURY” rmdc. $295.00
SSBTN NC 1. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 16 (Alberts) 23 mm. One piece button with no ground action at all and about 75% bright silver plating. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. SOLD
SSBTN NC 2. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 A1 (Tice) 23 mm. Nice example found with its original shank intact. The shank eventually fell off but has been re-attached. Found near Dalton GA. by local area digger Cliff Condra. Cliff is a super nice guy and is struggling with some health issues. Let’s pray that he comes through it all OK. $175.00
SSBTN NC 3. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 B1 (Tice) 23 mm. Very good condition. One of several variants of this one piece “NC” button. These adorned uniforms provided by the Governor of North Carolina, Zebulon Vance to the Confederate Army camped at Dalton GA. Winter of 1863-64. Found near Dalton GA. by Cliff Condra. $125.00
SSBTN NC 4. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 A1 (Tice) 23 mm. Slick brown patina with some silver plating. High quality example. One of several variants of the one piece “NC” button. These originally adorned uniforms provided by the Governor of North Carolina, Zebulon Vance to the Confederate Army. Winter of 1863-64. Found near Dalton GA. by Cliff Condra. $175.00
SSBTN NC 5. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 B1 (Tice) 23 mm. One of several variants of this one piece “NC” button. These adorned uniforms provided by the Governor of North Carolina, Zebulon Vance to the Confederate Army during the Winter of 1863-64. Condition is exceptional with its original shank intact. Found near Dalton GA. by Cliff Condra. $295.00
SSBTN NC 6. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 B1 (Tice) 23 mm. One of several variants of this one piece “NC” button. These adorned uniforms provided by the Governor of North Carolina, Zebulon Vance to the Confederate Army during the Winter of 1863-64. Excellent condition with silver plating in the recesses. Found near Dalton GA. by local area digger Cliff Condra. Cliff is a super nice guy and is struggling with some health issues. Let’s pray that he comes through it all OK. $165.00
SSBTN NC 7. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 A1 (Tice) 23 mm. Copper planchet with a smooth brown patina. Minor traces of silver plating. Great example. One of several variants of the one piece “NC” button. These originally adorned uniforms provided by the Governor of North Carolina, Zebulon Vance to the Confederate Army. Winter of 1863-64. Found near Dalton GA. by Cliff Condra. SOLD
SSBTN NC 8. Dug North Carolina “Sunburst” Militia Coat Button.
NC 242 B1 (Tice) 23 mm. One of several variants of the one piece “NC” button. These adorned uniforms provided by the Governor of North Carolina, Zebulon Vance to the Confederate Army during the Winter of 1863-64. This button exhibits unique crudeness but has a lot of silver plating. Shank missing as is usual. Found near Dalton GA. by Cliff Condra. $175.00
SSBTN GA 1. Dug Georgia Milita Coat Button. Rare Silver Plated Variant.
GA 4 (Alberts) 24 mm. A real beauty with about 85% bright silver plating. No pushes. Shank intact. Particularly scarce with the “HORSTMANN & ALLIEN/ NY.” bm. Found in the 1980’s by the late Paul Blatner near Savannah GA. $1250.00
SSBTN GA 2. Dug “Irish Jasper Greens” Militia Coat Button. Savannah GA.
GA 18 (Alberts) 23 mm. This unit consisted of Irish immigrant volunteers from the City of Savannah GA. Organized in 1842, it was named after William Jasper, a hero of the Battle for Fort Moultrie and casualty of the British Siege of Savannah. In the Civil War, this unit formed Company A of the 1st GA. Vol. Infantry Regt. The condition of this button is superb. Smooth green patina with gold plating. Sharp details. No pushes or repairs. Shank missing. “BENEDICT & BURNHAM” bm. Found near Savannah GA. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $1650.00
SSBTN GA 3. Dug Georgia Military Institute Coat Button.
SU 128 (Alberts) 21 mm. Details nicely highlited in gold. No pushes. Shank missing. “HORSTMANN & ALLIEN/ NY.” bm. Found on the grounds of the Georgia Military Institute in Marietta GA. Ex. Michael Bartenfeld collection. SOLD
SSBTN GA 4. Dug Georgia Militia Staff Officer’s Coat Button. Chickamauga GA. Battlefield.
GA 6, 21 mm. The rarest of all Georgia Buttons. Very few of these have been recovered. Perfect face with super sharp details. Loaded with bright gold plating. Reverse has the “S. ISAACS CAMPBELL & CO./ST. JAMES ST./LONDON” bm. Shank loop partially broken. Lost by a high ranking Georgia Officer in the savage fighting at Chickamauga. $4995.00
SSBTN GA 5. Dug Georgia Military Institute Kepi/Cuff Button.
SU 128 (Alberts) 15 mm. Rare button. Details nicely highlited in gold. Very light push. Shank intact. Back has concentric lines with short rays. Found by Charlie Purks near Richmond VA. $650.00
SSBTN GA 6. Dug Georgia Military Institute Coat Button. Scarce Variant.
SU 128 (Alberts) 21 mm. Great seal is more robust on this one. Shank missing. “SCOVILLS & CO./SUPERFINE” rmdc. Found near Milledgeville GA. Ex. Michael Bartenfeld collection. SOLD
SSBTN GA 7. Dug Georgia Milita Coat Button. Rare Silver Plated Variant.
GA 4 (Alberts) 24 mm. Rare Georgis button with about 65% silver plating. No pushes. Shank intact. Particularly scarce with the “HORSTMANN & ALLIEN/ NY.” bm. Found in the 1980’s by the late Paul Blatner near Savannah GA. $950.00
SSBTN GA 8. Dug Georgia Military Institute Coat Button.
SU 128 (Alberts) 21 mm. Details nicely highlited in gold. No pushes. Shank intact. “FINE GILT” bm. Found on the grounds of the Georgia Military Institute in Marietta GA. Ex. Michael Bartenfeld collection. SOLD
SSBTN GA 7. Dug Georgia Milita Coat Button.
GA 4 (Alberts) 24 mm. Standard Georgia button with traces of gold plating. No pushes. Shank intact. “HORSTMANN & ALLIEN/ NY.” bm. Provenance of North Anna River Lines. $175.00
SSBTN AB 1. Alabama Militia Officer’s Coat Button.
AB 1a (Alberts) 23 mm. Non dug example in superb condition. Note sharply detailed strike of the “Map on Tree” State Seal. Wartime “SCHUYLER H & G NEW-YORK” bm. $1650.00
SSBTN KY 1. Dug Western Military Institute Coat Button.
SU 431 (Alberts) 24 mm. Rare Kentucky button with great detail and gold plating. Shank intact. “SCOVILL MFG. CO./WATERBURY” rmdc. Found near Griswoldville GA. and probably lost by a Confederate Cavalryman. This school re-located to Nashville TN. prior to the Civil War where it was known as the Nashville Military College. $595.00 HOLD S.J.
CSBTN A 1. Dug Confederate Artilleryman’s Coat Button.
CS 102 (Alberts), 23 mm. Fantastic Confederate “Lined A” button with a smooth green-brown patina. Blank back. Intact shank. Found near Richmond VA. This series of buttons was produced by Smith, Kemp, and Wright in England and imported through the Federal Blockade. They feature a variety of back marks and cover every branch of Confederate Service. $395.00
CSBTN I 1. Dug Confederate Infantryman’s Coat Button.
CS 184, 23 mm. These classic solid cast brass Confederate buttons were made in large quantities, most likely in Atlanta GA. This example has an attractive olive-green patina. Found near Griswoldville GA. by Jim Grantham.. $175.00
CSBTN I 2. Dug Confederate Infantryman’s Coat Button.
CS 184, 23 mm. Exceptional Confederate Infantry button with a slick forrest-green patina. Found by Jim Grantham near Griswoldville GA. $195.00
CART 1. Dug Sharps & Hankins Naval Rifle Cartridge .52 Cal. Fort Fisher NC. Battlefield.
Scarce late war rimfire cartridge in excellent dropped condition. A relic of the massive amphibious attack on Fort Fisher by the US Marine Corps on January 15, 1865. Excellent condition. Note “H” headstamp, same as found on period Henry Rifle cartridges. See page 327, Fig. 634 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.II” reference book for an identical example. Found by Ben Ingraham. SOLD
CART 2. Sharps Cavalry Carbine and Rifle Cartridge .52 Cal.
Standard linen cartridge in good condition. Appropriate to display with your Sharps carbine or rifle. See page 85, Fig. 60 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. $125.00
CART 3. Starr Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .54 Cal.
Excellent condition. An appropriate accessory for your Starr carbine. See page 85, Fig. 58 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. $150.00
CART 4. Dug Maynard Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .50 Cal.
High quality excavated example of this early to mid-war cartridge. See page 90, Fig. 168 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. Provenance uncertain. $75.00
CART 5. Standard US Rifle Musket Cartridge .58 Cal.
The classic American Civil War infantryman’s ammunition. Excellent condition. An appropriate accessory for your Springfield or other American Civil War rifle musket. See page 145, Fig. 195 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example. $125.00
CART 6. US/CS “Buck and Ball” Military Musket Cartridge .69 Cal.
High quality cartridge for the classic M-1816 through M-1842 smoothbore muskets. Used in large quantities especially by the Confederate Armies. See page 113, Fig. 100 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example. $250.00
CART 7. US .69 Cal. Rifled Musket Cartridge.
Standard cartridge with three ring bullet for the rifled and sighted .69 Cal. smoothbore muskets. Excellent condition. See page 80, Fig. 2 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for a similar example. $150.00
CART 8. US M-1862 Gatling Gun Cartridge .58 Cal. (Short Pattern)
Rare Civil War rimfire cartridge produced for Richard J. Gatling’s 2nd Model “Battery Gun”. Several of these guns were deployed by Gen. Benjamin ‘Beast” Butler’s Army of The James, particularly at Bermuda Hundred. See page 88, Fig. 131 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. $295.00
CART 11. US .54 Cal. Austrian Lorenz/Mississippi Rifle Cartridge. St. Louis Arsenal.
Exceptional condition. Tied with dark brown string. The perfect companion to your Austrian Lorenz or M-1841 US Military Rifle. See page 126, Fig. 145 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example.. $150.00
CART 10. Dug Merrill Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .54 Cal.
Classic Merril cartridge with reddish colored paper. Great condition and a fine accessory to your Merrill Carbine. See page 81, Fig. 21 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. $150.00
CART 11. US/CS Military Musket Cartridge .69 Cal. Round Ball.
Classic Mexican War/Civil War .69 Cal. round ball cartridge for the M-1816 through M-1842 smoothbore muskets. Used in large quantities especially by the Confederate Armies. See page 111, Fig. 81 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example. $195.00
CART 12. Gallager Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .50 Cal.
Standard brass cartridge in excellent condition and a fine accessory to your Gallager Carbine. See page 86, Fig. 83 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. SOLD
CART 13. Dug Maynard Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .50 Cal. (Scarce Round Ball Variant).
Brass Maynard Cartridge with round ball. Excellent excavated condition. See page 85, Fig. 85 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. $195.00
CART 14. Sharps & Hankins “New Model” Cavalry Carbine and Naval Rifle Cartridge .52 Cal.
Scarce rimfire cartridge in superb condition. ready to display with your Sharps & Hankins Navy Rifle or carbine. See page 88, Fig. 120 in McKee & Mason’s “Civil War Projectiles II” reference book for an identical example. $175.00
CART 15. Extremely Rare Smith Rubber Cased Sporting Rifle Cartridge .36 Cal.
I have only seen a few of these. One variant has a rounded nose, this one has the pointed profile. The few I have seen had damaged rubber cases. This one is flawless! See page 246, Fig. 573 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.II” reference book for an identical example. $695.00
CART 16. Standard US Rifle Musket Cartridge .58 Cal.
The classic American Civil War infantryman’s ammunition. Excellent condition with blue colored tie string. An appropriate accessory for your Springfield or other American Civil War rifle musket. See page 144, Fig. 189 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example. $125.00 HOLD N.H.
CART 17. Sharps & Hankins “Old Model” Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .52 Cal.
High quality and scarce rimfire cartridge. See page 319, Fig. 628 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.II” reference book for an identical example. $175.00
CART 18. Rare “Jackson’s Patent” Gallager Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .50 Cal.
Scarce oiled paper over metal tube cartridge in excellent condition and a fine accessory to your Gallager Carbine. See page 100, Fig. 429 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.II” reference book for an identical example. $250.00
CART 19. Volcanic Repeating Arms “Self Contained” Pistol Bullet .41 Cal.
Fine example in non-excavated condition. Scarce ammunition for the Volcanic Arms brass framed pistols. See page 223, Fig. 1054 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.III” reference book for an identical example. $175.00
CART 20. Scarce Raphael Revolver Cartridge 11 mm.
Scarce brass cartridge in superb condition. The US Ordnance Dept. purchased only 106 of these revolvers. The manufacturer of this revolver, George Raphael, was a friend of President Abraham Lincoln. See page 166, Fig. 961 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. SOLD
CART 21. US/CS “Buck and Ball” Military Musket Cartridge .69 Cal.
High quality cartridge with reddish-brown tie string for the classic US M-1816 through M-1842 smoothbore muskets. Appropriate for the Mexican War through the Civil War. Used in large quantities especially by the Confederate Armies. Contains one .69 Cal. round ball and three buckshot. See page 113, Fig. 102 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example. $250.00
CART 22. US .54 Cal. Austrian Lorenz/Mississippi Rifle Cartridge. St. Louis Arsenal.
Exceptional condition. Tied with dark brown string. The perfect companion to your Austrian Lorenz or M-1841 US Military Rifle. See page 126, Fig. 145 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol.I” reference book for an identical example. SOLD
CART 23. Dug US Warner Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .50 Cal.
Rare cartridge, identical to the Spencer but .50 Cal. Excellent excavated condition. Found by Robert McDaniel in the wake of US Gen. Benjamin Grierson’s raid near Waterloo Alabama. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. See page 404, Fig. 704 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. II” reference book for an identical example. SOLD J.B.
CART 23. Dug US Ballard Cavalry Carbine Cartridge .44 Cal.
You don’t see many of these dug. Excellent excavated condition. Found by local digger Bill Tucker near Strawberry Plains TN. See page 279, Fig. 591 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. II” reference book for an identical example. SOLD
CART 24. Dug US Henry Rifle Cartridge .44 Cal.
Fantastic excavated condition. Found in one of Gen. George Armstrong Custer’s cavalry camps near Appomattox VA. See page 296, Fig. 601 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. II” reference book for an identical example. $55.00
CART 25. Dug US Henry Rifle Cartridge .44 Cal. (Flat Nose Variant)
Scarce variant. Dug near Dinwiddie VA. See page 296, Fig. 607 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. II” reference book for an identical example. $65.00
CART 26. Dug Lefaucheaux Pinfire Revolver Cartridge 12 mm.
Hard to find in this condition. Dug near Shiloh TN. by Brant Arnold. See page 164, Fig. 955 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. $45.00
CART 27. Dug Derringer Pistol Cartridge .40 Cal.
Hard to find in this condition. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. See page 188, Fig. 988 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. SOLD
CART 28. Colt Cartridge Works Navy Revolver Cartridge .36 Cal.
Classic Colt Navy cartridge. Very good example with no issues. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. See page 80, Fig. 820 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. The ideal cartridge to display with your Colt Navy Revolver. Also appropriate for the Whitney, Savage, Remington, and other .36 Cal. revolvers. $65.00
CART 29. Leet and Hall Navy Revolver Cartridge .36 Cal.
Classic Colt Navy cartridge. Superb condition. Produced under the Hotchkiss Patent by Leet and Hall. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. See page 113, Fig. 871 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. An ideal cartridge to display with your Colt Navy Revolver. Also appropriate for the Whitney, Savage, Remington, and other .36 Cal. revolvers. $85.00
CART 30. St. Louis Arsenal Navy Revolver Cartridge .36 Cal.
Scarce Navy Revolver Cartridge produced by the Federal Arsenal in St. Louis Missouri. See page 15, Fig. 722 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. An ideal cartridge to display with your Colt Navy Revolver. Also appropriate for the Whitney, Savage, Remington, and other .36 Cal. revolvers. $125.00
CART 31. Watervliet Arsenal Army Revolver Cartridge .44 Cal.
Scarce Army Revolver Cartridge produced by the Federal Arsenal in Watervliet NY. See page 18, Fig. 737 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. An ideal cartridge to display with your Colt Army Revolver. Also appropriate for the Remington, Starr, and other .44 Cal. revolvers. $125.00
CART 32. Dug Warner Pocket Revolver Cartridge .28 Cal.
Complete rimfire cartridge in excellent condition. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Ron Wolford collection. See page 234, Fig. 1064 in the Dean Thomas “Round Ball to Rimfire Vol. III” reference book for an identical example. $45.00
