MS 1. Early Pattern Memphis Novelty Works Cavalry Officer’s Raking Spur. Shiloh TN.
Extremely rare Confederate spur in superb condition. Classic Leech and Rigdon raised “CS” letters with stars at the terminus of each arm. The more common CS marked pattern was probably produced when Leech and Rigdon relocated to Columbus Mississippi in 1862.
$4500.00 HOLD D.C.
MS 2. Exceptional Eight Star Confederate Battle Flag. First National Pattern.
Flag measures 54″ x 34″ and comes with an exhaustive report by Fonda Thomsen. The flag is all original, with no alterations, repairs or additions. I can email Thomsen’s full analysis upon request. There is verbal attribution as noted in Fonda’s report. This Confederate 8-Star First National flag was acquired from the collection of an Upstate NY chapter of theDaughters of the American Revolution. The chapter house and its contents, including a collection of Civil War memorabilia, were donated to the chapter in 1900 by Frances Chester White Hartley. Her husband Marcellus Hartley (1828-1902) was one of the founders of the firm of Schuyler, Hartley and Graham. He later bought Remington Arms and the Union Metallic Cartridge Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut. He was a prolific Union arms provider during the Civil War and was given the title Brigadier-General. While there is no record of exactly how the flag came into his collection, the belief is that it was given to Mr. Hartley as a gift by General Grant. Mr. Hartley was also close personal friends with Generals George B. McClellan and Randolph B. Marcy. The flag was part of an exhibition that the chapter mounted in 2011 to commemorate the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War.
$32,000.00
MS 3. Confederate Wooden Drum Canteen Identified to 2nd Lt./Capt. C.M. Shepherd, 18th Louisiana Vol. Infantry Regt. CSA.
Shepherd enlisted in Co. A, of the 18th Louisiana Vol. Infantry on Oct. 5th, 1861 at Camp Moore LA. He served throughout the war, was promoted several times, and ultimately paroled at Nachitoches LA. on June 6th, 1865. More research should be done. Canteen itself is a very good example of the classic Confederate issued “Gardner Pattern”. The iron bands and sling bars exhibit attic type oxidation. Clearly incribed on one side are Shepherd’s initials “CMS”. Accompanied by an old typed tag with Shepherd’s service information. Ex. Bill Blackman collection.
$2450.00
MS 4. Dug Confederate Officer’s Spur Identified to Lt. Archibald J. Smith, Co. I, 57th GA. Vol. Infantry Regt.
First of all, we have a very fine example of the Confederate Officer’s Spur produced by Memphis Novelty Works (Leech & Rigdon). Clearly marked “CS” below the rowell shank. Note super slick green patina. The name “A.J. Smith” is clearly scratched inside one of the arms. Found by Gene Hammett Jr. at an old homesite in Central GA. Lieutenent Smith survived the war, passing away in 1904. He is buried in Gordon GA. east of Macon. A cursory look at his record shows that he enlisted on May 3, 1862, was captured at Vicksburg on July 4, 1863, and surrendered at Greensboro NC. on April 26, 1865. A compendium of Confederate soldiers from Wilkinson Co. GA. is included, as well as a photo of Smith’s grave marker, and a copy of his obituary.
$2850.00
MS 5. Dug US 7th Army Corps Star and Crescent Cape Pin/ Watch Fob. Winchester VA.
These heavy cast brass insignia were sold by sutlers to US soldiers in Gen. George B. McClellan’s Army of The Potomac. They come in various forms, sometimes corresponding with branches of service or featuring certain leaders like McClellan and Elmer Ellsworth. They would have had a chain attached with a pin at the end. This one, a star within a Crescent, most likely represents the US 7th Army Corps. Excellent early dug condition with part of the chain attached. Found many years ago by James Tubbesing near Winchester VA.
$295.00
MS 6. Rare Confederate Government Axe Head Marked “CSA” and “MACON GA”.
An essential tool for building breastworks and setting up camp. Clearly marked, blade edge chipped from hard use. Found near Dalton GA. Note example shown in Charlie Harris’ reference book “Civil War Relics of The Western Campaigns”.
$695.00
MS 7. M-1858 US Cavalryman’s Uniform Shell Jacket.
Exceptionally nice Civil War Cavalry Shell Jacket. The wool fabric has bright, unfaded indigo blue color. The yellow cavalry piping is also bright. No moth damage or repairs. All original US General Service eagle buttons are present. Inner liner is complete with arsenal sizing stamps (Size 3). Minor area of fraying to the liner on one side at the shoulder. I have taken a few shots of the jacket with a US M-1851 Cavalryman’s Saber Belt rig and M-1840 Saber mounted on a mannequin. It displays like a champ!
$2850.00
MS 8. Confederate Tin Drum Canteen.
Fine quality canteen with intact sling loops, spout and only minor service dings. Ex. Steve Mullinax collection.
$650.00
MS 9. Dug US Regulation Infantry Hat/Kepi Insignia. Winchester VA.
Flawless stamped brass Infantry Horn with no repairs or bends. Attachment loops are missing. These delicate insignia are difficult to find in this condition.
$225.00
MS 10. Dug US Regulation Artillery Hat/Kepi Insignia.
Exceptional condition with no repairs or bends. Attachment loops are missing. Very hard to find intact. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Ray Treece collection.
$350.00
MS 11. Dug US M-1855 “Jeff Davis” Hat Pin.
Mint condition with sharp details. No repairs or issues. Found many moons ago in a US Cavalry Camp along the North Anna River between Richmond and Fredericksburg.
$165.00
MS 12. Confederate Cavalry Trooper’s Stirrup.
Solid cast brass and crudely finished. Surfaced in Central VA.
$225.00
MS 13. Dug Identification Badge with Battle Honors. Pvt William W. Snyder, Co. A. 50th Penn. Vol. Infantry Regt.
George B. McClellan ‘War of 1861″ badge in good condition. Appears to have been cleaned by the digger. Battle honors on reverse are “Bull Run, Chantilly, South Mountain, and Antietam”. I haven’t had time to research this soldier, but he already has a good history to have survived those battles.
$1495.00
MS 14. Soldier’s Pair of Gambling Dice Carved from Lead.
Matching pair found together in the Confederate lines on Peachtree Creek. Battle of Atlanta GA. “Chuck-a-Luck, cards, and other games of chance were immensely popular with soldiers of both armies.
$250.00
MS 15. Dug Identification Badge of Sergeant J.C. Hatch, Co. C, 76th New York Vol. Infantry Regt. Served with distinction at Gettysburg. Promoted to Captain of Co. G. Captured Confederate Colors at Weldon Railroad.
Typical “WAR OF 1861” ID tag in good condition with traces of gold plating. Found on the farm across from the Gen. Joseph K. Mansfield Monument (Antietam Battlefield) by Bob Kelley. James Church Hatch was born in Groton, Tompkins County NY. in 1834. He enlisted as a Sergeant in Co. C, 76th New York Vol. Infantry Regt. in Sept. of 1861. He worked his way up the ranks and eventually became Captain of Co. G. Hatch was present at many of the Army of the Potomac’s major battles including Second Manassas, South Mountain, Antietam (where he lost his badge), Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, The Wilderness, Spotsylvania, and Petersburg. A. P. Smith’s 1866 Regimental History of the 76th NY. features a biographical sketch of Hatch. Captain John E. Cook, in his Gettysburg Battle Report states “I desire to mention particularly the following officers for distinguished bravery and coolness on the field; Captains J.L. Goddard, Co. F, H.W. Pierce, Co. A, S.M. Byram, Co. D, First Lieutenants C.A. Watkins, Co. G; J.C. Hatch, Co. C.” An excerpt of A.P. Smith’s regimental history covering the First Battle of Weldon Railroad states “The brigade was moved at 8:00 PM on the twentieth about half a mile to the rear, to a crest extending south from the Blick House and running parallel with and about fourth of a mile west of the railroad. Breastworks were erected during the night, and at nine o’clock the next morning the enemy moved forward to attack our works. Their line of battle emerged from the woods about four hundred yards in front, and moved steadily through a field of corn to within 50 feet of the works, when it broke and the men fled to the woods. They suffered very severely in killed and wounded. During this engagement Captain Hatch of Co. C, Seventy-Sixth Regiment, captured a stand of colors from the enemy, displaying great bravery in the act”. It would be interesting to know the circumstances at Antietam where he lost this badge. One can only imagine. The fire was very hot at this sector and Gen. Mansfield was killed nearby. James Church Hatch retired to Groton working as a farmer and died ca. 1881.
$2250.00
MS 16. Large Olive Colored USA Hospital Department Bottle.
This fine bottle looks darker in the photos than in hand. It is a citrine/olive color. Condition is excellent with no chips or cracks. Does not appear to be excavated. Rare color. Once part of Ray Richey’s Civil War Medical display in the Fort Worth TX. Museum.
$1495.00
MS 17. Louisville KY. 15th Annual Confederate Veterans Reunion Whiskey Mini Jug, June 1905.
Really scarce and collectible jug. Emblazoned on one side “WELCOME/JOHN P. DANT/OLD DANTON WHISKEY/LOUISVILLE KY.” The other side has “15th ANNUAL REUNION/CONFEDERATE VETERANS,/JUNE 1905“. Excellent condition with intact cork stopper.
$2250.00
MS 18. US Percussion Cap Box Picked up on The Sept. 17, 1862 Antietam MD. Battlefield.
Early battlefield pick up in very good condition. Verbal provenance of an old Antietam area battlefield museum.
$250.00 HOLD
MS 19. Dug US Regulation Cavalry Hat/Kepi Insignia. East Cavalry Field, Gettysburg PA. Battlefield.
Exceptional condition. Classic stamped brass Cavalry trooper’s insignia. No repairs. Attachment loops are missing. Rare in this condition. Reliable provenance. Comes with Plez Bagby COA.
$450.00
MS 20. Rare US Bartholow’s Patent Army Revolver Bullet Mold .44 Cal.
Excellent condition. This mold produces a conical bullet as well as a round ball. See pages 24-52 of Dean Thomas’ fine reference book “Round Ball to Rimfire” Vol. 3 for detailed information concerning Dr. Roberts Bartholow, his patents, and the deadly explosion at his cartridge works in Chester PA. on March 29, 1862.
$350.00
MS 21. US M-1859 Enlisted Man’s Canteen Picked Up on The Gettysburg PA. Battlefield. John Plank Geiselman Museum Collection.
Fine documented Gettysburg Museum canteen in very good condition, picked up shortly after the battle.. Comes with a signed letter from Wes Small of The Horse Soldier in Gettysburg PA..
$1250.00 Reduced!
MS 22. US Sibley Camp Stove.
One of the best examples of these stoves you will ever see. They are definitely getting harder to find. This one is fully functional with intact firewood door. These stoves were placed in both officer’s tents and soldiers’ huts during the winter for warmth. Shop or show pick-up only.
$795.00 Shop pick up or show delivery only.
MS 23. US Enlisted Artillery Shell Jacket. Cincinnati Depot.
Exceptional condition with sharp unfaded blue color. Bright red piping. Full complement of US General Service buttons. Fully intact inner liner. On inner sleeve, it is stamped with size #4 and “F. G. STEPHENSON/U.S. INSP./CINCINATI.OH“. No tears or moth holes. This jacket would really look impressive on a mannequin with a M-1851 belt rig and artillery saber.
$2495.00 HOLD
MS 24. Civil War Whisky Flask/Cup Marked “W.T. FRY & Co. NEW YORK” Identified to Sergeant Richard Carter, Co. C 2nd Wisconsin Vol. Inf. Regiment. Later Transferred to 5th Wisconsin Regt. (Army of The Potomac) Where He Achieved Rank of 1st Lieutenent.
Excellent condition. Glass flask has no cracks or chips. Pewter cup and cap has W. T. Fry mark. This flask came directly from Carter’s great-great Grandaughter along with many of his other personal effects. There was an example of this exact flask dug at Shiloh, so we know it is Civil War period. More research should be done on Lieutenent Carter. The 5th Wisconsin participated in all of the major battles of the Army of The Potomac including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg.
$295.00
MS 25. Massachusetts Arms Co. Marked Bullet Mold for Adam’s Patent Navy Revolver .36 Cal.
Scarce brass bullet mold in excellent condition. Ready to display with your revolver or cased set. Clearly stamped “MASS ARMS CO. /CHICOPEE FALLS“. Only 1000 of these revolvers were produced and almost all were purchased by the State of Virginia Militia just prior to the war. Here is the correct bullet mold. $395.00
MS 26. Group of Relics Collected by Pvt. Henry H. Shuler, Co. B, 7th Penn. Reserve Volunteer Corps, Including Button “I Cut Off Of Rebel Soldier at The Wilderness May The 7th 1864”. Plus 9th Plate Cased Tintype of Pvt. Shuler.
Interesting group of buttons and a fired bullet. They are accompanied by a well worn paper fragment that has two paragraphs written in pencil. One states “This button I cut off of Rebel Soldier at the Wilderness May the 7th 1864“. I am sure he is referring to the C.S.A. General Service coat button with the “S.BUCKLEY & Co./BIRMINGHAM” bm. The other paragraph states “This is a relic of our flag which was through all campaigns. I got it off the flag at Baltimore on our way coming home to be discharged“. Signed “H.H. Shuler/Co. B, 7th Regt. P.R.V.C./July 10th 1864“.Unfortunately the flag fragment has been lost to time. The 9th Plate Tintype of Pvt. Shuler is housed in a full leatherette case. He is shown in uniform with his kepi. Image is a little dark but clear. The C.S.A. General Service Button has a beautiful deep bronze patina, and is flawless. The bullet is very interesting. Shuler was wounded in the leg at Antietam. It was probably surgically removed and kept by Shuler as a souvenir. I have a folder with this grouping including copies of Shuler’s service records. Ex. Dennis Urban collection. Mr. Urban was a member of the Knoxville TN. Civil War Roundtable. He was a meticulous researcher and I have every reason to believe that the attribution of these artifacts is correct.
$1250.00
MS 27. M-1858 US Enlisted Man’s Canteen.
Classic “smoothside” canteen with intact wool cover, cork stopper with chain, and complete original shoulder sling. This one is not a surplus item, but was actually carried during the war.
$495.00
MS 28. Dug “Jeff Davis” Hat Pin.
Great condition. Found back in the 1970’s by Ron Wolford. Upper Shenandoah Valley area.
$165.00
MS 29. Enfield Rifle Musket, Rifle and Carbine Tompions .577 Cal.
Authentic examples in excellent condition.
$55.00 ea.
MS 30. Stencil, Tintype, US Army Discharge, and Pension Certificate. Pvt. John R. Foust, Co. F, 207th PA. Vol. Infantry Regt.
Private Foust enlisted on August 25th, 1864 for a one year term of service. He was honorably discharged on May 31st, 1865. The 207th Pennsylvania Vol. Infantry Regt. saw action at Bermuda Hundred, Battle of Weldon Railroad, Fort Mahone, Hatcher’s Run, Fort Stedman, and the Siege and Union breakthrough at Petersburg, and finally Appomattox. Although the regiment only fought for one year, they took heavy casualties.
$250.00
MS 31. Dug Colt Navy Revolver.36 Cal. Bullet Mold.
Unusual mold casting 4 round shots. Note soldier’s initials “G.W.P.” neatly punched on the side. Dug near Sharpsburg MD. by Ron Wolford.
$95.00
MS 32. Scarce “GOODYEARS PATENT” Gutta Percha Powder Flask.
High quality example that is clearly marked below the neck. Produced for cased revolvers.
$195.00
MS 33. Excavated US Federal Eagle Martingale for Mounted Officers Harness ca. 1835-1845.
Very rare Mexican War type in great condition. Only minor loss at the upper right edge and no repairs. Possibly cleaned by the digger or a water find. See page 145, Fig. 2. in Howard Crouch’s reference book “Horse Equipment of the Civil War Era” for the type. Provenance unknown.
$2250.00
MS 34. Dug Colt Navy Revolver Bullet Mold.
This iron mold was found near LaGrange TN. by the late John Marks. Could also be for a Colt Army revolver. Hinge is frozen in place.
$95.00
MS 35. P-53 Enfield Sergeant’s Combination Tool.
Very fine condition and complete with worm, nipple pick, oiler, nipple wrench, and screwdriver. A fine accessory for you Enfield Rifle Musket, Two-Band Rifle, or Carbine.
$295.00
MS 37. 6th Plate Ambrotype of Mother and Child.
A very clear and touching image. A mother and child hoping daddy will come home from the war? Perfect reenacting prop.
$85.00
MS 38. Dug U.S.A. Hospital Department Bottle.
High quality bottle. Smooth aqua colored glass. Provenance uncertain. No cracks, chips or issues.
SOLD
MS 39. Confederate Enfield-Pritchett Pattern Bullet Mold .577 Cal.
These brass molds were imported from England by the Confederacy along with large quantities of Enfield Rifle Muskets. Gun tools, and bayonets. Condition is excellent with intact cavity insert.
$450.00
MS 40. Dug Confederate Cavalryman’s Martingale.
These heart shaped insignia adorned the central chest section of the rider’s harness. Made of stamped copper and found in a Confederate cavalry camp near Chattanooga TN.Excellent condition. Note solder marks on reverse.
$350.00
MS 41. Dug US Company Hat Letter “A” Hat Insignia.
Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.
SOLD
MS 42. Dug US Company Hat Letter “B” Hat Insignia.
Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.
$45.00
MS 43. Dug US Company Hat Letter “C” Hat Insignia.
Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.
$75.00
MS 44. Dug US Company Hat Letter “D” Hat Insignia.
Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.
$45.00
no images were found
MS 45. Dug US Company Letter “E” Hat Insignia.
Good condition with a couple of light bends. Larger 1″ size. Provenance uncertain.
$55.00
no images were found
MS 46. Dug US Company Letter “F” Hat Insignia.
Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Orange VA. Ex. Sam Higginbotham collection.
SOLD
no images were found
MS 47. Dug Company Letter “G” Hat Insignia.
Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Spotsylvania County VA.
SOLD
no images were found
MS 48. Dug Company Letter “H” Hat Insignia.
Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Spotsylvania County VA.
SOLD
MS 49. Dug Company Letter “I” Hat Insignia.
Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Orange County VA. Ex. Sam Higginbotham collection.
SOLD
no images were found
MS 50. Dug Company Letter “K” Hat Insignia.
Excellent condition. Hard to find intact. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Spotsylvania County VA. Ex. Bob Scates collection.
SOLD
no images were found
MS 51. Dug Company Letter “L” Hat Insignia.
Rare company letter in excellent condition. Hard to find intact. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Stafford VA.
SOLD
no images were found
MS 52. US Infantry Officer’s Embroidered Hat Insignia ca. 1845-1855.
Early pattern with silver bullion and sequins on black felt. See page 138, fig. 309 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s fine reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia” for a near identical example and more information. Measures 2.5″ across. Ex. Mike Janton collection.
$95.00
MS 53. Confederate Cavalry Martingale.
Plain lead filled Martingale with wire hooks (one broken) of a type found in Confederate cavalry camps. This one is non-excavated. Excellent condition. Martingales were purely decorative insignia that adorned the chest strap of a horse’s harness. Union forces had plain ones with a raised rim, as well as “US” marked and the officer’s style with the Federal Eagle.
$450.00
MS 54. Dug Civil War Period Pickle Bottle.
Excellent condition. Smaller size. Aqua color with no damage. Found in a Civil War trash pit. Provenance uncertain.
$95.00
MS 55. US Percussion Cap Box.
Very good example with supple leather, intact belt loops, latch tab, wool lining, and nipple pick. Box is unmarked.
$150.00
MS 56. Dug US Cavalryman’s Bridle Bit Rosette.
Good condition. Found on the Brandy Station VA. Battlefield by Bill Farmer.
$55.00
MS 57. Confederate Side Knife Picked Up At Fort Sanders, Knoxville TN. Published in Charlie Harris’ Reference Book “Civil War Relics of The Western Campaigns”.
Really cool home grown knife lost by a Confederate Soldier in the works at Fort Sanders and picked up as a souvenir by a Confederate Veteran visiting the fort many years after the battle. Georgia Troops under Gen. William T. Wofford, and Mississippians under Gen. Benjamin Humphreys assaulted the fort on Nov. 29, 1863 and suffered tremendous losses due to poor leadership and preparation. This battle concluded the effort of Gen. James Longstreet to liberate Knoxville from the Yankees. Longstreet retreated further into East Tennessee and wintered at Rogersville. A copy of Charlie’s book is available for $75.00.
$695.00 HOLD J.W.
MS 58. Dug 1862 Dated Richmond Armory Rifle Musket Lock Plate.
You can clearly see “1862” and “C.S.” over “RICHMOND VA.“. Found by the late James Tubbesing. Kernstown VA. Battlefield.
$395.00
MS 59. Dug US Enlisted Infantryman’s Hat Insignia.
Nice looking insignia with one intact attachment loop and a couple of slight bends. Found near Corinth MS. Ex. Dennis Urban collection.
$95.00
MS 60. US 5th Army Corps (First Division) Kepi Insignia.
Flawless embroidered insignia that was once part of Francis Lord’s private collection, and is possibly published in his reference book “Civil War Collectors Encyclopedia”. Ex. Dennis Urban collection.
$295.00 HOLD J.D.