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SSBTN VA 1. Dug Virginia Military Institute Coat Button. Ex. Jerry Bochek Collection.

SU 408 (Alberts) 21 mm. No issues whatsoever. Sharply detailed and slathered in blazing gold plating. Wartime “R & W. ROBINSON” in ribbon bm. Provenance uncertain. I considered Jerry Bochek a friend and mentor. He was a dedicated relic hunter and I always enjoyed running into him at the DIV hunts as well as providing him some key buttons which he meticulously curated for his collection. He was keen to set up at some of the shows with Bobby Muller and the collection they displayed would knock your eyes out. I never saw so many perfect, gold and silver plated buttons in one place. All of them excavated. Unfortunately Jerry has crossed the river to the other side, but I will never forget his kindness and enthusiasm for our hobby. I am absolutely priveliged to offer some of his buttons to the collecting community. $395.00 

WP 1. Confederate Navy Contract LeMat Revolver .42 Cal.

This unique Confederate Revolver was designed in New Orleans LA. by Col. Jean Alexandre LeMat. He was supported and sponsored by soon to be CS Gen. P.G.T. Beauregard. Since the South lacked the spohisticated industry to produce such a complicated weapon, facilities in Liege Belgium, Paris, and later, London were contracted to make the revolvers. Once produced they were sent to England, proof marked on the cylinder, and shipped to the Confederacy through the blockade. This particular revolver (Serial # 8784) is a late war 2nd model manufactured in London. The barrel is marked “LEMAT & GIRARD’S PATENT LONDON”. Doug Adams notes in his reference book “The Confederate LeMat Revolver” that 1000 of these revolvers (Serial # range 8000-9000) were produced under contract for the Confederate Navy in 1864-early 1865 by the British Firm Tipping & Lawden. There only 60 known survivors with the Girard London barrel address. There is some controversy as to whether these CSN contract LeMats ever made it into Confederate hands. I will bring your attention to one indisputable fact. A Lemat carried by Lt. Simon Cummings (Second Engineering Officer on the C.S.S. Alabama) has the Girard London Address and serial # 8656. Another indiputable fact is that this revolver is in the the top percentile of condition and completeness. Matching serial # 8784 on all parts including the loading lever, frame, barrel, and 9 shot cylinder. Note factory finish in recesses and behind loading lever assembly. Smooth metal surfaces Throughout with an untouched graying patina. No pitting at all. Bore is clean and has super sharp rifling. The 20 Gauge buckshot barrel is in the same condition. Cylinder rotation, trigger, and hammer mechanism is flawless and tight. All original nipples present and unmolested. Every part down to the screws is original to the gun. Checkered grips are also excellent with no issues whatsoever. $24,500.00

MS 1. Solid Gold “Chicago Mercantile Battery” Badge with Battle Honors.

Beautifully engraved 18K gold (2.89 grams) badge made for a member of the famed Chicago Mercantile Battery. Center features crossed cannons with radiating tabs, each featuring a prominent battle that the battery was engaged in. At top is Arkansas Post and the battles are listed chronologically in clockwise order. The battery was organized in late 1862 under the patronage of the Chicago Board of Trade. They served throughout Grant’s 1863 Mississippi Campaign with the XIII US Army Corps. The battery served with distinction at Arkansas Post, Port Gibson, Champion Hill, Big Black River Bridge, and the Siege of Vicksburg. The unit later fought in the Siege of Jackson, transferred to the Trans-Mississippi Theater, and was heavily engaged during the Red River Campaign. The battery was overrun and captured at the Battle of Mansfield LA. The battery was later re-organized and outfitted to serve until the war’s end. This is a rare and historically rich medal from one of Illinois’ most famous artillery commands. $3850.00 HOLD J.B.

WP 1. Engraved New Haven Arms Volcanic #1 Lever Action Pistol .31 Cal.

Relatively scarce handgun that enjoyed some popularity during the Civil War. 1858 production Serial# 902. A “Rocket Ball” self contained ammunition produced by Walter Hunt was used this pistol. The lever action mechanism was the pre-cursor to the Henry Rifle. All Volcanic Arms patents were purchased by Oliver Winchester, who subsequently started the New Haven Arms Co. Condition is very good with some factory blue finish on the barrel. “NEW HAVEN CONN. PAT. FEB. 14-1854” address present but a little weak. No oxidation or pitting. Lever action and trigger mechanism functions properly. Bore clean with strong rifling. Brass frame has a nice mustard colored patina with foliate scroll engraving throughout. The grips have a crack that runs along the grain. They retain the original factory varnish and are each serial  numbered 902.   $6995.00

WP 2. 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 3. 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 4. US “New Model 1863” Remington Army Revolver .44 Cal.

One of the most prolific revolvers used in the American Civil War. Clint Eastwood also used a pair of these with good effect in the classic Western film “The Outlaw Josey Wales”. Fine example with an untouched gray-turning plum patina. All matching serial # 87989 on barrel, cylinder, grips, and frame. Cylinder rotation and trigger mechanics are excellent. Bore is clean with sharp rifling. Walnut grips are tightly fitted with no repairs, cracks or missing wood. Note strong US Military Inspector’s Cartouche. Ex. Bill Bellinger collection. $1750.00 

MS 2. Solid Gold Louisiana Crescent Regiment Badge with Latin Motto “Vestigia nulla retrorsum” (No Steps Backward).

The 24th Louisiana State Militia Regt. enlisted for 90 days Confederate service in March of 1862. They were immediately engaged at the Battle of Shiloh on April 6, 1862, and later at the Battle of Corinth. The unit disbanded in June at the end of their contract, but most of the men joined the 18th Louisiana Regt. In November of 1863 the unit was joined by the 11th and 12th Louisiana Infantry Battalions and became the “Consolidated Crescent Regiment”. At the Battle of Mansfield, the regiment suffered staggering losses of all three field officers killed and 175 casualties. The Civil War period badge featured here is jeweler engraved and made of solid 14K gold. Note intact ‘T-Hinge” pin. The name “Daisey Jameson” is engraved on the reverse. She most likely gave this pin to one of the men in the regiment. It would interesting to see if there is a “Jameson” on the muster rolls. $1850.00 HOLD S.R.

WP 5. 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 6. 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. $6995.00

CSBP 1. State of Maryland Belt Buckle Picked up on The Sept. 17, 1862 Antietam Battlefield.

Beautiful patina on this highly detailed belt plate. At one time, this buckle was displayed in a museum, or on an Antietam Battlefield relic display. Note three tiny brass tack heads on the rim. The reverse has intact stud type hooks with lead fill backing. “Antietam” is neatly engraved in period sctript on the reverse. $5995.00

CSBP 2. Dug Alabama Volunteer Corps Cartridge Box Plate.

Flawless condition with a beautiful face and intact attachment loops on the reverse. Found many years ago by Jerry Bochek along CS Gen. “Prince John” Magruder’s defense lines near Yorktown VA.  HOLD C.T.

MS 3. Dug 7th Ohio Vol. Infantry Regiment 12th US Army Corps Hat Badge.

Rare 12th US Army Corps badge made of solid silver, possibly from a coin. The regimental #7 is neatly cut out in the center. The only 7th regiment in the 12th Corps was the 7th Ohio Vol. Infantry. There are tiny holes on the tips of the star where it was sewn onto a kepi. Unfortunately the original collector has passed away and we don’t know where it was recovered. The 12th Corps was in the thick of all the major battles of the Army of The Potomac including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, etc. They transferred to Tennessee under Gen. Hooker to fight in the Battles of Wauhatchie and Lookout Mountain. $795.00

CSBP 3. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.

Fine non-excavated example of the “Atlanta Arsenal” C.S.A. rectangular belt buckle. Deep bronze patina is untouched. Attachment hooks intact on the reverse. Comes from a long time Fredericksburg VA. collection. $4850.00

CSBP 4. 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 nice green patina. Hooks missing on reverse which is typical. Provenance of Northern 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. $6995.00

CSBP 5. Dug Confederate Officer’s Sword Belt Buckle.

Relatively scarce and flawless example of this distinct CS Tongue and Wreath buckle found only in the wake of Gen. Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern VA. Perfectly matching chocolate brown patina. No ground action. Found in Northern VA. See Steve Mullinax’s “Confederate Belt Buckles & Plates” reference book #014 for an identical example and more information. $3850.00

CSBP 6. Dug South Carolina Militia Belt Plate.

Superb small size SC oval belt buckle with intact arrow belt hooks similar to the US M-1839 pattern. Flawless chocolate brown patina. Found many years ago by Bobby Muller in an 1861 Confederate camp on the Warwick River line near Newport News VA.  HOLD C.T.

CSBP 7. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Buckle.

“Standard” Confederate Frame Buckle in excellent condition with a slick emerald green patina. Provenance uncertain.   $650.00

CSBP 8. “Atlanta Arsenal” CSA Rectangular Belt Buckle “Taken from Dead Confederate”. 

This top-of-the line buckle has a fantastic untouched patina. It was mounted in a frame at one time for display. On the reverse is an interesting note which states “Taken from dead Confederate by Capt. Charles Sandford of Washington County Ohio who served as Hdq. Guard w/Gen. Meade”. It would be interesting to research Captain Sandford. Unfortunately I don’t have the time. The buckle itself is outstanding with sharply cast edges and file marks. Hooks were bent slightly to mount into the display and could easily be straightened out if desired.  $5500.00 HOLD B.M.

CSBP 9. Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Buckle.

“Gutterback” Confederate Frame Buckle in great condition with no issues. Untouched green patina. Provenance uncertain. These “Georgia” Frame buckles were durable and worn by Confederate Infantry and Cavalry.   $650.00

CSBP 10. Unusual Confederate Enlisted Man’s “Wishbone” Belt Buckle.

Scarce medium size fork-tongue buckle in excellent condition with a dark green patina. The Confederate soldier that owned this buckle had a neat and creative character. Note the intensive cross-hatch pattern incised on the face. Found near Orange VA. This one has some serious character.  $1250.00

CSBP 11. Dug Confederate Enlisted Man’s Belt Plate.

Here is an interesting and affordable “Atlanta Arsenal” style C.S.A. rectangular belt buckle. It was apparently dug and then over-cleaned. Attachment hooks on the reverse were clipped at the tip and beaten flat. Note traces of iron oxide. Comes from a long time Fredericksburg VA. collection. $2200.00

MS 4. Dug US M-1855 Large Engineer’s Hat Insignia.

Killer insignia in flawless excavated condition. Found many moons ago by Jerry Bocheck in Central VA. $795.00 

MS 5. Dug New Jersey Militia Hat Insignia.

I have seen these horse head insignia before but always thought they were associated with Vermont troops. This one was dug in a New Jersey camp by Jerry Bochek. Flawless condition with intact attachment pin. $350.00 

MS 6. Dug State of Massachusetts Militia Hat Plate.

It is very rare to dig a large early plate like this. The condition is incredible with no cracks, major bends or repairs. Sharply detailed Great Seal of Massachusetts. Dark green patina with traces of silver plating. I bought this plate from a local digger at the Fredericksburg Show. $1250.00

MS 7. Dug US Soldier’s Patriotic Flag Pin.

Exceptional with intact enamel inlay. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Jerry Bochek collection. $195.00

USBP 1. Dug Volunteer Maine Militia Cartridge Box Plate.

Excellent condition. Face has a smooth brown patina. Reverse has both attachement loops intact. Found many years ago in Central VA. by Jerry Bochek. $995.00

USBP 2. US Enlisted Man’s Cartridge Box Plate. Spotsylvania VA. Battlefield.

Found many years ago in a Confederate Trench by Bill Gavin. His provenance tag sttached to one of the loops. Great condition.  $295.00

USBP 3. US Enlisted Man’s Cartridge Box Plate. Found at The Position of The 1st Minnesota Vol. Inf. Regt. Gettysburg PA. Battlefield.

Great looking plate. The 1st Minnesota was virtually annihilated in a desperate charge to buy time as Longstreet’s assault broke the Union lines in the Peach Orchard. Eyeballed by CCC Corps worker John Olender in the 1930’s. A commendation letter dated 1935 from the US Department of the Interior lauding his labors on the Wilderness Battlefield is included.  $650.00

USBP 4. US M-1851 Officer’s Sword Belt Plate.

Flawless condition with sharp details and an untouched patina. Bench # 451 K on the reverse. See page 383 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example.   $350.00

USBP 5. US Enlisted Man’s Cartridge Box Plate. Dumfries VA.

Found on March 29, 1980. Great looking face with a smooth chocolate brown patina. Reverse has full lead. Iron attachment loops rusted away.  $150.00

USBP 6. US Enlisted Man’s Breastplate Insignia for Cartridge Box Sling. Fredericksburg VA.

Found in 1970. Great example. Full lead. Iron attachment loops intact and strong.  $225.00

USBP 7. US M-1851 Enlisted Man’s Saber Belt Plate.

Great looking buckle with applied silver wreath that shows service wear. Bench #708. These buckles were issued with buff leather saber belts to Artillery and Cavalry. This variant is shown in O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates”.   $350.00

USBP 8. US Enlisted Man’s Cartridge Belt Plate. Bethesda Church (Cold Harbor VA. Battlefield).

Found by Harry Steely in 1961. Very good condition with intact stud-type belt hooks. This variant was produced by W.H. Smith of Brooklyn NY.   $395.00

USBP 9. US Enlisted Man’s Cartridge Box Plate. Chancellorsville VA. Maker Marked “W.H. SMITH/BROOKLYN”.

Found on Sept. 13, 1975 by the late Dean Thomas on the Mineral Springs Road. Reverse has full lead and is clearly stamped “W.H. SMITH/BROOKLYN”. Iron attachment loops are intact.  $350.00

SSBTN VA 1. Dug Virginia Military Institute Coat Button. Ex. Jerry Bochek Collection.

SU 408 (Alberts) 21 mm. No issues whatsoever. Sharply detailed and slathered in blazing gold plating. Wartime “R & W. ROBINSON” in ribbon bm. Provenance uncertain. I considered Jerry Bochek a friend and mentor. He was a dedicated relic hunter and I always enjoyed running into him at the DIV hunts as well as providing him some key buttons which he meticulously curated for his collection. He was keen to set up at some of the shows with Bobby Muller and the collection they displayed would knock your eyes out. I never saw so many perfect, gold and silver plated buttons in one place. All of them excavated. Unfortunately Jerry has crossed the river to the other side, but I will never forget his kindness and enthusiasm for our hobby. I am absolutely priveliged to offer some of his buttons to the collecting community. $395.00 

WP 16. US M-1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber. Tiffany & Co. New York.

Relatively scarce saber retailed by the famous New York City firm Tiffany and Co. Original leather grip and braided brass wire wrap are intact and in great condition. Note unusual steel guard. Blade is smooth with a semi bright patina. No nicks and a perfect point. No signs of sharpening. Marked on the ricasso “TIFFANY & CO. NEW-YORK”. Other side has “P.D.L.” in an oval. This is the mark of blade maker P.D. Luneschloss (Solingen Germany). Steel scabbard is silky smooth, dent free, and has a deep brown patina. Tiffany was also a prominent retailer of high end presentation swords for officers. Some of which have jeweled hilts.  $1350.00

WP 17. 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 a saber. Here is an untouched example in very good condition. All matching 1861 production serial # 117427. This revolver has not been cleaned or messed with since the war. Smooth metal with a consistent dark plum-colored patina. Clear Colt Patent Address on the barrel. Cylinder rotation/trigger mechanism functions properly. “Battle of Campeche” cylinder scene has light wear but retains good detail. Bore is clean with strong rifling. Note holster wear on muzzle. Original walnut grips in very good condition with no cracks, repairs, or missing wood. Soldier’s initials “WSJ” scratched on the butt-strap.  Ex. Bill Bellinger collection. $2250.00 HOLD P.B.

WP 18. Reproduction US M-1863 Remington Zouave Rifle .58 Cal. by ANTONIO ZOLI & Co. Mint Condition.

Fantastic looking rifle that would be great for re-enacting, hunting, or target shooting. High quality Italian manufacture. Appears new and was probably never fired.  $650.00

WP 19. Reproduction M-1860 Colt Army Revolver .44 Cal. by Pietta. Mint Condition.

Excellent condition. Like new. I doubt that this revolver was ever fired. This type with short barrel is the “Sherrif” Model. SOLD

WP 20. US M-1852 Naval Officer’s Sword and Scabbard. 

Classic American Civil War Navy Officer’s Sword in very good condition. Sharkskin grip and wire wrap are complete with only negligible wear. Hilt is brightly gold plated and features a sea monster quillon. The pommel has a Federal Eagle surrounded by 13 stars. German imported blade is smooth and retains some factory luster. Minor carbon spotting towards the tip. Point is perfect. Ricasso is marked “P.D.L.” for P.D. Luneschloss of Solingen. There is exquisite engraving on both sides featuring a fouled anchor, “USN” in a ribbon, a Federal Eagle atop a cannon, circle of 13 stars, and an anchor with a shield. Leather scabbard has gilt brass mounts with a sea monster drag. Leather scabbard body has no issues other than consistent crazing on the surface.  $1250.00

WP 21. Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army Model Revolver .32 Cal. Rimfire Cartridge.

Early Civil War serial # 18438. Condition is excellent with traces of factory blue finish of the frame and cylinder. Hammer, trigger, and cylinder indexing mechanism is tight. Clear Smith & Wesson Patent Address on top of the barrel and on the cylinder. Bore is clean with sharp rifling. Rosewood grips retain all of the original varnish and only have very minor handling marks. No chips, cracks or repairs. I have three cartridges available at $35 ea. SOLD

MS 2. US M-1858 Enlisted Man’s “Bullseye” Canteen.

Iconic Federal Canteen with intact sling loops and cork stopper. Spout is maker marked “H.B. & Co. PHIL.”. Great example.  $225.00

MS 3. Dug US Artillery Hat Insignia.

Very good condition with no repairs. Found near Corinth MS.  $295.00

MS 4. “U.S. Infantry & Rifle Tactics” Manual For Officers.

Fine manual of arms authored by Gen. William J. Hardee of Georgia (Later a Confederate General in the Army of Tennessee). Official title is; U.S. Infantry Tactics, for the Instruction, Exercise, and Manoeuvres of the United States Infantry, Including Infantry of the Line, Light Infantry, and Riflemen. Prepared Under the Direction of the War Department, and Authorized and Adopted by the Secretary of War, May 1, 1861.. Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott & Co., 1861. Exceptional condition, complete with no issues. Note quality of the pages, cover and spine. $295.00

MS 5. US Rifleman’s “Peace Flask” by N.P. AMES. Dated 1837.

Deep untouched patina with intact triangular sling loops and adjustable spout. These flasks were issued with the M-1841 “Mississippi” Rifle. Clear markings.  $395.00

MS 6. Dug US/CS Cavalry Saber Guard.

This flattened saber guard was found by Bill Blackman in one of the 1864 Confederate Winter camps near Dalton GA.  $85.00 HOLD Garo

MS 7. Dug US Battle Flag Base.

This large size brass cup was dug by Bill Blackman on Hansborough Ridge near Stevensburg VA.  SOLD

MS 8. Dug US Shoulder Scale.

Excellent condition. Found by Bill Blackman on Hansborough Ridge near Stevensburg VA.  $75.00 HOLD Garo

MS 9. Dug P-53 Enfield Bayonet Scabbard Throat and Tip.

Both pieces found together in Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 Winter Camp at Dalton GA. by Bill Blackman. SOLD 

MS 10. Dug US Bugle Mouthpiece.

Excelllent condition. Found by Bill Blackman on Hansborough Ridge near Stevensburg VA.  $75.00 HOLD P.B.

MS 11. Dug “DALTON & MOBILE” Railroad Baggage Tag.

Rare Civil War Railroad tag. Note reference to the “Kennesaw Line”. Found by Bill Blackman in Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 Winter Camp at Dalton GA. SOLD

MS 12. Dug Confederate Surgeon’s Fleam.

Neat relic. Found by Bill Blackman in Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest’s 1863 Cavalry Camp at Altamont TN. $125.00

MS 13. Dug Confederate Infantry Button with Fragment of “Butternut” Uniform Cloth.

Found many years ago by Bill Blackman in Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 Winter Camp at Dalton GA. $295.00 HOLD Garo

USBP 1. Dug US M-1855 Regiment Of Riflemen Belt Buckle.

This buckle with adjusters was dug by Bill Blackman in Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 Winter Camp at Dalton GA. These accoutrement belts were issued with the M-1855 Two-Band Rifle and saber bayonet. SOLD

USBP 2. US M-1851 Officer’s Sword Belt Buckle.

High quality type with what appears to be a silver plated wreath. Buckle and keeper have matching bench # 202. I am sure that this buckle was a private purchase item. SOLD 

USBP 3. Rare Lead Filled US M-1851 Officer’s Sword Belt Plate.

Flawless condition. Note thin stamped brass tongue. See page 384 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for similar examples.  SOLD 

USBP 4. Allegheny Arsenal Contract M-1851 Officer’s Sword Belt Plate.

Most Allegheny Arsenal marked plates are the enlisted man’s pattern with applied silver wreath. This one has the integrally cast brass wreath. Very scarce buckle in superb condition. SOLD

USBP 5. Early M-1839 Enlistedman’s Belt Plate.

Very scarce US oval buckle with wire hooks and a fragment of the original leather belt. See page 320, Plate 519 in O’Donnell and Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example. Buckle has #8 stamped on the face, possibly a regimental designation. Great patina.  $595.00 

USBP 6. US M-1851 Officer’s Sword Belt Plate.

Flawless condition with unusually sharp details and bright gold plating. Bench # 21 on the belt bar. See page 383, Plate 630 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example. Scarce variant.  SOLD

USBP 7. US Militia Officer’s Sword Belt Buckle Ca. 1845-1860. 

Fine looking tongue and wreath pattern. Oblong tongue has Federal Eagle motif. Elaborate design on belt loops and wreath. Deep bronze patina. See page 216, Plate 329 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example, and an early photo of an officer wearing one of theses buckles. Scarce variant.  $595.00

USBP 8. US M-1851 Enlisted Man’s Saber Belt Plate.

High quality buckle with applied silver wreath. These were issued to cavalry, artillerymen, mounted riflemen and sometimes NCO’s. Bench # 493 on reverse. See page 376, Plate 617 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example. Note impression of eagle on the reverse.  SOLD

USBP 9. Dug War of 1812 Militia Shoulder/Waist Belt Plate. 

Superb condition with cast brass tongue and both stud hooks intact. Nice olive-green patina. See page 26, Fig. 3 of Lon Keim’s reference book “Confederate General Service Accoutrement Plates” for an identical example. This one was dug in South Alabama, probably near Mobile.  SOLD

USBP 10. Dug US Militia Belt Plate Ca. 1850. 

Fantastic panel plate with sharp details and a chocolate brown patina. Soldered on hooks missing on reverse. No repairs, cracks, or bends. See page 254, Plate 402 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example. Provenance uncertain.  $495.00

CSBP 3. Dug Confederate Artillery Pattern Sword Belt Buckle. 

Scarce Confederate cast copy of a rare US M-1849 Mounted Rifleman’s buckle with the “U.S.” letters filed off before casting in the mold. See page 45, Plate 068 of Steve Mullinax’s reference book “Confederate Belt Buckles & Plates” for an identical example that was dug at Nashville TN. The buckle featured here is in excellent condition with a nicely matching patina. It comes with a COA letter from Larry Hicklen of Middle Tennessee Relics. Larry is one of the most knowledgeable Confederate buckle experts in the country. His letter states that the buckle was dug in a Confederate artillery camp in Northern VA. Rarity 8+  $2850.00

MS 14. Five Confederate Infantry Buttons Found Together from a Discarded Shell Jacket. 

Found many years ago just South of Potato Hill (Dalton GA. area) by Bill Blackman. All of the buttons have a matching aqua-green patina.  $950.00

CSBP 4. Dug Leech & Rigdon Confederate Sword Belt Buckle. 

Typically crude buckle found at Corinth Mississippi. No repairs or issues with an attractive matching patina. Comes with a COA from Tom Hays of Stones River Relics. As everyone knows, Tom is a long time expert with a stellar reputation. See page 26, Plates 032-033 of Steve Mullinax’s reference book “Confederate Belt Buckles & Plates” for two nearly identical examples.   $2995.00

MS 15. Dug “CS” Badge Made From an 1858 Dated Seated Liberty Half Dollar. 

Finely engraved badge with missing T-Hinge on reverse. Found by Bill Blackman in Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 Winter Camp at Dalton GA. Probably worn by an officer.  SOLD

MS 16. Dug US Artillery Bridle Bit Rosette.

This attractive intertwined “USA” rosette is made of lead filled stamped brass. Found by Bill Blackman near Dalton GA.  SOLD

MS 17. Dug Confederate Officer’s Sword Pommel.

Nice relic with gold plating. Found in Brigadier Gen. Arthur Manigault’s Confederate troops camp on Foster Rd. (Dalton GA.). SOLD

MS 18. Painted US M-1858 “Bullseye” Canteen.

Bucolic log cabin scene with name “M.L. GREEN” above and “1863” underneath. Other side has a boat on a lake scene with “1863” below it. Excellent condition with vivid paint. Very well executed. $595.00

MS 19. Dug Confederate Cavalry Carbine Butt Plate Fragment Marked “C.S.”.

Neat little relic found near Haigmill Lake (Dalton GA.) by Bill Blackman. Probably from a Cook & Brother carbine.  SOLD

MS 20. Dug Confederate Cavalry Carbine Butt Plate Marked “C.S.”.

Extremely Rare “C.S.” stamped carbine butt-plate found near Ringgold GA. I believe it may be from a Cook and Brother Carbine. Excellent condition.  SOLD

MS 21. Dug US Militia Officer’s Sword Belt Buckle Tongue Disc Ca. 1830-1838.

Highly detailed oval shaped tongue disc that was dug near the Chickamauga Battlefield by Bill Blackman. See page 88, Plate 127 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for an identical example. Very rare. $195.00

MS 22. Dug US Surgeon’s Cadeuceus Insignia.

This large cast brass Cadeuceus was found by Bill Blackman in the US 2nd Army Corps camp at Brandy Station VA. The USA Hospital Dept. bottle fragments were found with it. Very rare and unique. SOLD

MS 23. Dug Civil War Ration Cans.

All found long ago by Bill Blackman on Hansborough Ridge near Stevensburg VA. The sardine can has an intact label. They were evidently imported from France. SOLD

CSBTN R 1. Dug Confederate Rifleman’s Coat Button.

CS 201, 25 mm. Slick dark patina on this large stippled “R” button. No pushes or issues. “HT&B MANCHESTER” bm. Provenance of Carolina Low Country. SOLD

CSBTN C 1. Dug Confederate Cavalry Coat Button.

CS 127 A, 23 mm. Good representative example of the Confederate lined “C” Cavalry button. No pushes or repairs. Intact shank. Found in Virginia. $275.00

CSBTN E 1. Dug Confederate Engineer’s Coat Button. 

CS 153, 25 mm. Great example of this scarce Confederate button. Slick olive-green patina. No pushes or ground action.“H T & B MANCHESTER” bm. Rare to find excavated. Provenance of Carolina Low Country. $1250.00

CSBTN I 1. Dug Confederate Infantry Coat Button.

CS 184 A, 23 mm. Classic cast brass “I” button with a slick brown patina. Found near Tunnel Hill GA. $175.00

CSBTN I 2. 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 is a straight up beauty with a nice brown-green patina. Found near Dalton GA. in one of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 winter camps by Bill Blackman. $175.00

CSBTN I 3. 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 a smooth light brown and aqua green patina. Found near Dalton GA. in one of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 winter camps by Bill Blackman. $175.00

CSBTN I 4. Dug Confederate Infantryman’s Coat Button.

CS 184, 23 mm. Good looking button. This example has a green patina nicely highlighted with dirt. Found near Dalton GA. in CS Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 winter camp by Bill Blackman. $175.00

CSBTN I 5. Dug Confederate Infantryman’s Coat Button.

CS 184, 23 mm. A super slick green gem found by Ray McMahan on the New Hope Church GA. Battlefield. These solid cast brass buttons were produced in large quantities in Atlanta by the Confederate Government. $195.00

CSBTN I 6. Dug Confederate Infantryman’s Coat Button.

CS 184, 23 mm. Classic Confederate Infantry button found by Ray McMahan on the New Hope Church GA. Battlefield. Flawless condition with a slick olive-green patina. These solid cast brass buttons were produced in large quantities in Atlanta by the Confederate Government. $195.00

CSBTN I 7. Dug Confederate Infantryman’s Coat Button (Rare Variant).

CSI 277 (Tice), 23 mm. According to Tice, this rare cast Infantry button was produced in pewter but here is a solid cast brass example. It is a cast copy of the low convex Western Theater “I”. There are a few other ones out there in collections but this is only the second one I have seen. Perfect condition with a frosty green patina. Found by Ray McMahan in the Dallas-New Hope GA. Battlefield area.  $795.00

CSBTN I 8. 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 a fantastic aqua-green patina. Found near Dalton GA. in one of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’s 1864 winter camps by Bill Blackman. $195.00

CSBTN I 9. Dug Confederate Infantry Coat Button.

CSI 218 (Tice), CS 178 (Alberts) 23 mm. Scarce Script “I” produced by William Bird of London. Smooth green patina with no issues whatsoever. Found by Roger Jarrell at West’s Crossroads SC.  $495.00 HOLD Major B.

SSBTN GA 2. Dug Georgia State Militia Coat Button with Cloth Uniform Remnants.

Remarkable Confederate relic. The button has a green patina with gold plating. I did not want to peel back the fabric, but I am sure that it has the desirable “W.G. MINTZER/Phil./1861” back mark. Large pieces of “Butternut” uniform cloth recovered with it. Found above the tunnel at Tunnel Hill, GA. Ex. Bill Blackman collection. $450.00

SSBTN GA 3. Dug Georgia Military Institute Coat Button used as a Poker Chip.

GAS 287 B1, 21 mm. Neat relic with a history of gambling. Face has nice detail and gold plating. “HORSTMANN BRO. & ALLIEN.” bm. Found by Ray McMahan near Dallas, GA. SOLD

SSBTN GA 4. Georgia State Militia Coat Button.

GA 4 (Alberts), 24 mm. Good representational example with sharp detail. Die strike resulted in target-like lines on the brass face. “HORSTMANN & ALLIEN N.Y.” bm. with rays. Perfect shank. $175.00

SSBTN KY 1. Kentucky State Militia Cuff Button.

KY 1 as 1 (Alberts), Scarce wartime Kentucky button in great condition. “SCOVILL MFG. CO. WATERBURY.” bm. Perfect shank. $175.00

CSBTN A 3. Confederate Artilleryman’s Coat Button.

CS 102 (Alberts), 23 mm. Beautiful “Lined A” button with the “SUPERIOR QUALITY” back mark. Intact shank. 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. $495.00

CSBTN A 4. Confederate Artilleryman’s Coat Button.

CS 101 A, 25 mm. Classic large Stippled “A” Artillery Button. Flawless with a beautiful untouched patina. “H.T.&B. MANCHESTER” bm.  $450.00

CSBTN A 5. Dug Confederate Artilleryman’s Coat Button.

CS 116 (Alberts), 23 mm. Fantastic example of this Confederate made button with a slick brown patina. “E.M. LEWIS & CO./RICHMOND VA.” bm.  SOLD

SSBTN MS 1. Dug Mississippi State Militia Infantry Coat Button.

MP 3 (Alberts), 21 mm. Smooth chocolate brown patina with gold. Intact shank. “HYDE & GOODRICH N.O.” bm. Found near Corinth MS. $495.00 HOLD S.W.

SSBTN MS 2. Dug Mississippi State Militia Infantry Coat Button.

MP 3 (Alberts), 21 mm. Top notch button with a lot of gold. “HYDE & GOODRICH N.O.” bm. Found near Richmond VA. $650.00 HOLD D.C.

SSBTN MS 3. Dug Mississippi State Militia Infantry Cuff Button.

MP 3 (Alberts), 15 mm. Brown patina with traces of gold plating. Super slight push to face. No ground action. “HYDE & GOODRICH N.O.” bm. Found near Richmond VA. $295.00

SSBTN MS 4. Dug Mississippi State Militia Infantry Coat Button.

MP 3 (Alberts), 21 mm. Slick brown patina. No ground action. Blazing gold. “HYDE & GOODRICH N.O.” bm. Found Northern VA. $695.00 HOLD D.C.

SSBTN MS 5. Dug Mississippi State Militia Artillery Cuff Button.

MP 2 (Alberts), 15 mm. Rare button. Dark brown patina with rosy gold. No ground action. “HYDE & GOODRICH N.O.” bm. Provenance of Virginia. $650.00

CSBTN GS 1. Dug Confederate General Service Coat Button.

CS 81, 23 mm. Good looking “C.S.A.” button with a brown patina and upright shank. Unusual flat-edged rim. Desirable “S. BUCKLEY/BIRMINGHAM” bm. Provenance of Chattanooga TN.  $395.00

CSBTN AS 1. Dug Confederate Army Staff Officer’s Coat Button.

CS 17, 25 mm. Fine looking button with super sharp details. One piece construction. Shank is original but has been re-attached. Found near Richmond VA. $995.00 HOLD J.B.

CSBTN AS 2. Confederate Army Staff Officer’s Coat Button.

CS 1, 26 mm. Blazing gold gemstone with scarce. “RIVETED & SOLDER’D” bm. This backmark is also seen on some CS 5 Staffs, and South Carolina “Palmetto Guards” buttons. $1250.00

CSBTN AS 3. Confederate Army Staff Officer’s Coat Button.

CS 5, 25 mm. The most readily available Confederate officer’s button. Several photos of Confederate officers show them wearing this button. Very good example with no issues. “EXTRA RICH/TREBLE GILT”. bm. $250.00

CSBTN AS 4. Confederate Army Staff Officer’s Coat Button.

CS 1, 26 mm. Untouched condition with a mellow patina. This button shows actual service wear. “COURTNEY & TENNENT” of Charleston SC. bm. Probably from a South Carolina officer’s frock coat. $1495.00

CSBTN AS 5. Confederate Army Staff Officer’s Coat Button.

CS 1, 26 mm. High quality example with blazing gold plating. Desirable “HALFMANN & TAYLOR/MONTGOMERY” (Alabama). bm. Probably from an Alabama officer’s frock coat. $1495.00

CSBTN AS 6. Confederate Army Staff Officer’s Coat Button.

CS 1, 26 mm. Blazing gold gemstone with scarce. “RIVETED & SOLDER’D” bm. This backmark is also seen on some CS 5 Staffs, and South Carolina “Palmetto Guards” buttons. $1250.00

SSBTN MD 1. Dug Maryland Militia Staff Officer’s Cuff Button.

MD 11, 15 mm. Good example with  some gold plating and detail. “SCOVILL MFG. CO. WATERBURY” bm. Found by Mike Furmage at Dinwiddie VA. As a Border State, Maryland provided thousands of troops to the Confederacy. $250.00  

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