MS 1. Confederate Cavalry Carbine Cartridge Box.
From the standpoint of rarity, condition, and appearance, this one has it all. Probably the finest known survivor. Confederate leather accoutrements are scarce, and when encountered, usually in rough, well worn condition. This cartridge box has very sturdy construction. The leather retains its original smooth polished surface. No flaking. All stitching intact and tight. Latch tab and belt loops intact. Note lead finial. Inside the flap is the original tin liner with individual tubes for the cartridges. Remnants of four Sharps cartridges are inside the box. They appear to be Federal cartridges and may have been added along the way for display. This piece is ideal for the Confederate Cavalry collector who has an S.C. Robinson or Richmond Sharps, Tarpley, Cook and Brother, Rising Breech, or any other Confederate Carbine. These don’t come along every day.
$7995.00
USBP 2. Dug US Enlisted Dragoons Shako Cap Plate Ca. 1833-1851.
Scarce US Dragoons Shako Hat Plate with applied pewter “Napoleonic Pattern” Eagle on a pedestal. When found, both the back plate and pewter eagle were in fragmentary condition and had to be glued back together. I assume the digger did this. The piece is quite presentable and you have to look closely to see the repairs. See pages 112-117 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Belt Plates” for identical examples and detailed information on these scarce insignia. Dug long ago in near Fort Wayne Indiana by Jerry Emberlyn.
$295.00
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.
$2250.00
MS 4. Dug Confederate Cavalry 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 Cavalry 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.
$2995.00
MS 5. Early War Buff Leather Cavalry Carbine Sling.
These are scarce, and this one is in remarkable condition. Full length with no repairs or issues. Supple Buffalo leather. Original sling buckle and “Bat Wing” belt tip present. Carbine snap swivel is maker marked “O.B. NORTH & CO. NEW HAVEN CT.“. This sling has seen some service but was well taken care of. A perfect companion to your American Civil War Cavalry Carbine.
$1850.00
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”.
$650.00
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. Dug Civil War Soldier’s Tobacco Pipe made from Lead.
Impressive camp find. Very well made. It even has a small hole for air intake. The hollow bottom is a mystery, perhaps there was an insert, or perhaps the lead bottom simply melted out. Provenance uncertain.
$495.00
MS 9. Dug USA Hospital Department Bottle.
Rare small size. Common aqua color. Professionally cleaned. Provenance unknown.
$850.00
MS 10. Americas First Coin. The 1783 “Nova Constellatio” Large Cent.
Designed by Robert Morris, the Founding Father who is credited with financing the American Revolution. Morris was elected Superintendant of Finance in 1781 and set up the American decimal coinage system of standardized denominations based upon the dollar. The rare coin offered here has very good details for its antiquity. The design captures the ideals of “The Enlightenment”.
$850.00
MS 11. Dug English Colonial “Mallet” Wine Bottle Ca. 1720-1750.
Nice early bottle. Dark green glass with applied lip. Has surface scratches but no chips or cracks. Provenance unknown.
$295.00
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.
$1350.00
MS 14. Dug US Militia Officer’s Stirrup/Bridle Bit Rosette.
Scarce droop winged eagle rosette. A pair of matching stirrups identified to a Tennessee officer surfaced years ago at the Franklin show with these rosettes on them. Provenance unknown.
$450.00
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.
$1995.00
MS 16. Dug US Volunteer Militia Hat Plate Ca. 1825-1840.
Scarce stamped brass hat plate in remarkable condition. No cracks or repairs, only some minor ripples. Provenance uncertain. This early variant is shown on page 276, Plate #631 of O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia”.
$695.00
MS 17. Letter from Union Pvt. Alva Cole Merrill (Co. K, 124th NY Vol. Inf.) To His Mother Describing The “Bull Run Battleground”. Alva and his Father Barzilla both Killed at Chancellorsville.
The letter is scripted in a plain hand and is easy to read. Written from “Camp halfway between Warington & Haymarket” and dated Nov. 8, 1862. Here is an excerpt; “Our line of march was over the bull run battle ground. I saw some awful sights that afternoon. Shells and cannon balls were scattered all along the road. Human hands & arms and skulls, and men buried with their face out or their knees out, and some that were not buried at all, but a man is not of much consequence here”. Merrill goes on to recount experiences in the ranks with his father (Barzilla Merril). He mentions a battle for Thoroughfare Gap and the burning of Haymarket VA. by the order of Gen. Franz Siegel. Alva and his father would both later be killed at the Battle of Chancellorsville as a result of Gen. T.J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s surprise flank attack.
$795.00
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.
$295.00
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..
$995.00 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. Dug Confederate Martingale Insignia for Cavalry Harness.
Smaller size lead filled martingale with intact attachment wires. Found by Lee Rivers in a CS Cavalry camp near Abbeville SC.
$125.00
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.
$195.00
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.
$295.00
no images were found
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.
$995.00 HOLD
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.
$395.00
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.
$75.00
MS 32. Scarce “GOODYEARS PATENT” Gutta Percha Powder Flask.
High quality example that is clearly marked below the neck. Produced for cased revolvers.
$150.00
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. Dug Civil War Ginger Beer Bottle.
Excellent condition. Found near Savannah GA.
$25.00
MS 37. US Militia Shako Hat Plate Ca. 1825-1835.
High quality plate with sharp details and a deep bronze patina. Note “UNITY IS STRENGTH” motto over a Federal Eagle. See pages 251-252, and Fig. 583 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia” for more information and an example mounted on a leather cap. This plate is associated with the Massachusetts Vol. Militia but was also used by other units. Provenance uncertain.
$650.00
MS 38. Dug Confederate Cavalry Saddle Shield.
Crudely stamped shield found near Richmond VA.
$75.00
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.
$395.00
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.
$295.00
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
MS 51. Dug US M-1855 Company Letter “L” Hat Insignia.
Regulation large size ‘L” in very good condition. Stamped brass construction. One of the scarcest to find. Dug near Spotsylvania VA.
$295.00
no images were found
MS 52. Dug US M-1855 Company Letter “M” Hat Insignia.
Regulation large size ‘M” in very good condition. Stamped brass construction. The rarest of the hat letters. Dug near Fredericksburg VA.
SOLD
no images were found
MS 53. 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.
$75.00
MS 54. 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.
$395.00
MS 55. 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 56. Dug “Milk Glass” Civil War Mustard Bottle.
Rare milk-colored bottle in flawless condition. Note pontil at bottom. Found in a Civil War troops camp near Savannah GA.
$250.00
MS 57. Dug US Cavalry Saddle Shield.
Plain brass saddle shield insignia in very good condition. Found by Mike Furmage on Sugar Loaf Hill, MD.
$35.00
MS 58. Matching Pair of Civil War Cartridge Box Tins.
Perfect condition and maybe what you need for a cartridge box.
$195.00
MS 59. Dug USA Hospital Dept. Bottle.
Flawless bottle. Large size variant. Professionally cleaned for display. Found near Dalton GA.
$950.00
MS 60. Dug Confederate Cavalry Martingale.
Large size variant of this star within a shield insignia that was originally mounted on the chest strap of a horseman’s harness. Made of lead filled stamped brass, and usually found in Confederate contexts. It may be A Texas or Mississippi cavalry insignia. Provenance pending.
$495.00
MS 61. Dug US Patriotic Whisky Flask Ca. 1850’s.
This large size flask is marked on one side “PITTSBURGH”. Excellent condition. Dug near Savannah GA. Professionally cleaned.
$195.00
MS 62. Dug Wine Bottle Found in an “1862-1863 New York Infantry Camp”.
Dark amber bottle with a tall tapering profile. Excellent condition. Digger documented it as being found near Brooke Station VA. on March 6, 1999.
$75.00
MS 63. Dug Confederate “Mississippi Pattern” Cavalryman’s Spur.
One of the more recognizable Confederate Arsenal spurs. Super slick, deep green patina. Iron rowell mostly rusted away. Provenance Northern VA.
$275.00
MS 64. Dug Hard Rubber Lice Comb found in a Civil War Trash Pit.
Scarce camp find in good condition. Lice were an ever present nuisance among soldiers in the Civil War. Provenance uncertain.
$65.00