CSBP 1. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Buckle.
This thick and heavy buckle is known as the “Port Hudson” pattern but they are widely found in the wake of the Army of Tennessee. That being said, it is less common than the standard Army of Tennessee cast CS buckle. This one is in fantastic condition with strong contrast between the deep mustard patina and the black paint in the background.
$7500.00
CSBP 2. Extremely rare and Identified Confederate Enlisted Man’s “Heavy Frame” Buckle on it’s original Accoutrement Belt. Identified to Private W.R. Barnett, Co. E, 5th Tennessee Cavalry.
The first thing that stands out is the quality and untouched nature of this fine Confederate Belt, straight out of the family and never before on the market. Note the Thick and heavy Beveled Frame Buckle. I have never seen one of these on its original belt before. The leather belt itself is supple and in fantastic condition. The Percussion Cap Box is a bit rough with broken hand stitched belt loops. Possibly Confederate made. The belt is accompanied by three bound compendiums of the “Confederate Veteran” Magazine dated 1912 to 1917. A nice handwritten presentation to Barnett of these volumes by his family is on the frontispiece of the first volume. The magazines were obviously cherished by Barnett and he saved ferns and oak leaves within some magazine pages, no doubt as souvenirs of special reunions or battlefield visits. I have yet to research Barnett’s War Record in the Army of Tennessee’s 5th Cavalry (McKenzie’s) Regiment. He ended up as a Reverend here in Knoxville TN. and is most likely also buried here. He was very active in the UCV Organization. Very rarely do you see pure and unmolested groupings like this surface.
$9500.00
CSBP 3. Dug North Carolina Militia Officer’s Sword Belt Buckle.
Extremely rare and beautiful buckle. Highly detailed tongue features the Great Seal of the State of North Carolina with the personifications of Liberty and Prosperity. The ship in the background represents Commerce. See page 183 of Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book, plate 333. This is the exact tongue photographed and published in the book. It was dug by Charlie “Bubbie” Hamlett near Massaponax VA. The large oak leaf wreath was found a few years later and not far away by Roger Morgan. It is an amazingly perfect patina match with light frosty green color and deep emerald green on the high points. Rarity “10”.
$26,500.00
CSBP 4. Dug Mississippi Militia Cartridge Box Plate.
A good example of this rare plate with sharp details and a chocolate brown patina. Found on the Gaines Mill VA. Battlefield by the late Tom Everett. See page 169, Plate #307 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more information on this plate.
$9995.00
CSBP 6. Dug Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.
This one has a fantastic patina. Classic example of the “Tennessee” pattern CSA rectangular belt buckle in superb condition. Provenance uncertain. See page 62, Plate # 102 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more details on this variant.
SOLD S.W.
CSBP 6. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Accoutrement Belt.
Here is a stamped brass “Rope Border” CS oval belt plate on the original leather belt it was issued with. Almost all Confederate belts are relatively recent marriages, so this belt is a rare survivor. These were issued in quantity to Western Theater troops and are a relatively faithful copy of the US M-1839 oval US belt plate. Condition is superb. Face of buckle was cleaned at some point in the past. Note soldier’s initials “HS” carved into the leather.
$7500.00
CSBP 7. Dug Wreath for Virginia Militia Officers Sword Belt Buckle.
Great condition. This one matches plates 424-426 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book. pages 229-230. Someone out there must surely have the tongue. Found near Richmond VA.
$1850.00
CSBP 8. Virginia Militia Sword Belt Buckle.
This variant is shown on page 222, Plate #410 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book. Excellent non excavated condition with a dark bronze patina. From a long time Virginia collection.
$4995.00
CSBP 9. Confederate Enlistedman’s Belt Plate.
Rare “CS with Stars” oval belt plate in exceptional non excavated condition. Deep red-bronze patina is totally untouched. Leech and Rigdon produced these buckles in limited quantities and they are only excavated in the wake of the Army of Tennessee. Comes from a long time Confederate collection and was once part of the late George Goebel collection. He owned and operated a gift shop on the Shiloh TN. Battlefield in the 1940s-1950s. It could very possibly have been donated or purchased from a local family there. Certificates of authenticity from Lewis Leigh and Rafael Eledge accompany the buckle.
SOLD
CSBP 10. Confederate Enlistedman’s Belt Plate.
Non excavated cream puff with a deep, untouched patina. Black enamel paint in the background contrasts sharply with the CS letters and border. Note “spun” attachment hooks on reverse.
$5500
CSBP 11. Dug Georgia Militia Belt Plate.
Flawless face with sharp details and a slick chocolate brown patina. Classic oval pattern featuring the great seal of the State of Georgia. This design shows the pillars of wisdom, justice and moderation upholding the state constitution. Belt hooks intact. See page 136, Plate 242 of Steve Mullinax’s reference book “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” for an identical example. Provenance uncertain.
$7500.00
CSBP 12. Dug 6th North Carolina State Troops Belt Plate.
Scarce belt plate issued to the 6th North Carolina Infantry Regiment. Locally produced at a small railroad shop in Greensboro NC. Attractive green patina. Missing belt hooks. Note traces of black paint in background and on reverse. See page 187, Plate 340 of Steve Mullinax’s reference book “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” for an identical example. Found many years ago in Northern VA.
$7500.00
CSBP 13. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.
Another top of the line Confederate belt buckle. This stamped brass ‘Rope Border” CS oval is in mint condition with an untouched patina. Ex. Gary Bisacky collection. See page 82, Plate # 140 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more details on this variant.
$6500.00
CSBP 14. Dug Palmetto Armory Wreath for Sword Belt Buckle.
Rare Confederate Oak Leaf Wreath with very tall decorated belt loops. Found at the site of the Palmetto Armory in Columbia SC. Most likely fits a South Carolina State Seal tongue.
$1250.00
CSBP 15. Alabama Volunteer Corps Cartridge Box Plate.
Extremely rare non-excavated. Condition is excellent. One of the attachment loops is missing in action. See page 125, Plate 221 of Steve Mullinax’s reference book “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” for an identical example.
SOLD B.P.
CSBP 16. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.
Classic stamped brass CS “Egg” oval in very good condition. Iron wire hooks rusted away as usual. Provenance uncertain but probably Tennessee. See page 80, Plate #137 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more information on this Western Theater buckle.
$2850.00 HOLD R.H.
CSBP 17. Dug Mississippi Militia Cartridge Box Plate.
Good looking plate recently dug in Virginia. Some minor stabilization work has been done to the edges. Plate also has some freeze cracks. Found in April of 2023 by Patrick Jenkins in Frederick Co. VA. See page 169, Plate #307 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more information on this very rare plate.
$6500.00
CSBP 18. Dug Confederate Enlistedman’s “Snake” Belt Buckle.
Standard Isaacs and Campbell English imported buckle found many years ago in Northern VA. Digger overcleaned it but patina coming back.
$450.00
CSBP 19. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.
Very rare solid cast brass CS “regulation” oval in very good condition with all attachment hooks intact. Found long ago near Vicksburg MS. See page 85, Plate #146 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more information on this plate.
HOLD M.A.
CSBP 20. Dug Confederate Sword Belt Buckle Tongue.
Less common “Culpeper” style tongue with round serifs. Perfect condition with a pea-green patina. Needs flat backed oak-leaf wreath to match with. See page 16, Plate #013 in Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates” reference book for more information on this two-piece buckle. Provenance of Northern VA.
$1250.00