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
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.
$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.
$1950.00
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 USA Hospital Department Bottle.
Rare small size. Common aqua color. Professionally cleaned. Provenance unknown.
$950.00
MS 10. Custom Framed CDV and Signature of Confederate Maj. Gen. Robert F. Hoke.
High quality display piece featuring Major Gen. Robert Frederick Hoke, commander of the famous North Carolina Brigade consisting of the 6th, 21st, and 57th NC Vol. Infantry Regts. and the 1st NC. Inf. Battalion Sharpshooters. These units saw hot action in almost all the the major battles of Gen. Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern VA. Hoke had various other assignments and served with distinction throughout the war. Hoke was also successful after the Civil War. The condition of his brown ink signature and CDV are excellent. Both are archivally framed and matted with UV protective glass. This piece would display perfectly with the 6th NC belt buckle listed above. See this Wikipedia article for detailed information on Hoke’s Confederate service and life: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hoke
$995.00 HOLD M.McC.
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.
$1495.00
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.
$495.00
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. 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”.
$795.00
MS 17. Dug Percussion Cap Tin. Lid Marked “HICKS CENTRAL FIRE”. Chancellorsville VA. Battlefield.
Neat relic. This particular tin is 100% Civil War period. Good condition but delicate. Found many years ago by Mike Furmage.
$95.00
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..
$1050.00 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.
$150.00
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.
$250.00
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.
$350.00
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.
$995.00 Reduced!
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.
$450.00
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. 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 Confederate Cavalry Saddle Shield.
Crudely stamped shield found near Richmond VA.
$85.00
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
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.
$395.00
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.
$95.00
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.
$450.00
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. 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 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.
$595.00
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 US M-1855 Engineer Corps Hat Insignia.
Scarce Large size pin in excellent condition. Provenance forthcoming.
$650.00
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