Miscellaneous Relics

 

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.

$2850.00

 MS 4. Dug Confederate Officer’s Spur Identified to Lt. Archibald J. Smith, Co. I, 57th GA. Vol. Infantry Regt.

First of all, we have a very fine example of the Confederate Officer’s Spur produced by Memphis Novelty Works (Leech & Rigdon). Clearly marked “CS” below the rowell shank. Note super slick green patina. The name “A.J. Smith” is clearly scratched inside one of the arms. Found by Gene Hammett Jr. at an old homesite in Central GA. Lieutenent Smith survived the war, passing away in 1904. He is buried in Gordon GA. east of Macon. A cursory look at his record shows that he enlisted on May 3, 1862, was captured at Vicksburg on July 4, 1863, and surrendered at Greensboro NC. on April 26, 1865. A compendium of Confederate soldiers from Wilkinson Co. GA. is included, as well as a photo of Smith’s grave marker, and a copy of his obituary.

$3250.00

MS 5. Dug US Infantryman’s Horn Cape Pin/ Watch Fob. Winchester VA.

These heavy cast brass insignia were sold by sutlers to US soldiers in Gen. George B. McClellan’s Army of The Potomac. They come in various forms, sometimes corresponding with branches of service or featuring certain leaders like McClellan and Elmer Ellsworth. They would have had a chain attached with a pin at the end. This one, an Infantry Bugle, is scarcely encountered. Note traces of silver plating in the recesses. Found many years ago by James Tubbesing near Winchester VA.

$850.00

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”.

$995.00

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 (also for sale) mounted on a mannequin. It displays like a champ!

$3250.00

MS 8. Confederate Tin Drum Canteen.

Fine quality canteen with intact sling loops, spout and only minor service dings. Ex. Steve Mullinax collection.

$795.00

MS 9. Dug Confederate Cavalry Officer’s Spur produced by Memphis Novelty Works. 

Remarkable condition, probably the best dug one I have seen. Nice green patina. Iron rowell is perfectly intact. The spur’s strap buckle was found with it and is included. No repairs or issues whatsoever. This fine spur was found in 1993 by Robert McDaniel in the camp of Louisiana’s “Minden Rangers” who were the escort of Gen. Albert Rust. Corinth MS. area.

$3250.00 

MS 11. Dug US M-1855 “Jeff Davis” Hat Pin.

Mint condition with sharp details. No repairs or issues. Found many moons ago in a US Cavalry Camp along the North Anna River between Richmond and Fredericksburg.

$165.00

MS 12. Confederate 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.

$1650.00

MS 15. Dug Identification Badge of  Sergeant J.C. Hatch, Co. C, 76th New York Vol. Infantry Regt. Served with distinction at Gettysburg. Promoted to Captain of Co. G. Captured Confederate Colors at Weldon Railroad.

Typical “WAR OF 1861” ID tag in good condition with traces of gold plating. Found on the farm across from the Gen. Joseph K. Mansfield Monument (Antietam Battlefield) by Bob Kelley. James Church Hatch was born in Groton, Tompkins County NY. in 1834. He enlisted as a Sergeant in Co. C, 76th New York Vol. Infantry Regt. in Sept. of 1861. He worked his way up the ranks and eventually became Captain of Co. G. Hatch was present at many of the Army of the Potomac’s major battles including Second Manassas, South Mountain, Antietam (where he lost his badge), Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, The Wilderness, Spotsylvania, and Petersburg. A. P. Smith’s 1866 Regimental History of the 76th NY. features a biographical sketch of Hatch. Captain John E. Cook, in his Gettysburg Battle Report states “I desire to mention particularly the following officers for distinguished bravery and coolness on the field; Captains J.L. Goddard, Co. F, H.W. Pierce, Co. A, S.M. Byram, Co. D, First Lieutenants C.A. Watkins, Co. G; J.C. Hatch, Co. C.” An excerpt of A.P. Smith’s regimental history covering the First Battle of Weldon Railroad states “The brigade was moved at 8:00 PM on the twentieth about half a mile to the rear, to a crest extending south from the Blick House and running parallel with and about fourth of a mile west of the railroad. Breastworks were erected during the night, and at nine o’clock the next morning the enemy moved forward to attack our works. Their line of battle emerged from the woods about four hundred yards in front, and moved steadily through a field of corn to within 50 feet of the works, when it broke and the men fled to the woods. They suffered very severely in killed and wounded. During this engagement Captain Hatch of Co. C, Seventy-Sixth Regiment, captured a stand of colors from the enemy, displaying great bravery in the act”. It would be interesting to know the circumstances at Antietam where he lost this badge. One can only imagine. The fire was very hot at this sector and Gen. Mansfield was killed nearby. James Church Hatch retired to Groton working as a farmer and died ca. 1881.

$2250.00

MS 16. Large Olive Colored USA Hospital Department Bottle.

This fine bottle looks darker in the photos than in hand. It is a citrine/olive color. Condition is excellent with no chips or cracks. Does not appear to be excavated. Rare color. Once part of Ray Richey’s Civil War Medical display in the Fort Worth TX. Museum.

$1650.00

MS 19. Dug Confederate Cavalry Trooper’s “Mississippi” Spur.

Rare Confederate arsenal made spur found in Cavalry camps of both major theaters. Very good condition with a brown patina and no repairs. Found near Corinth MS. Ex. Stan Hughes collection.

$225.00

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. Large Civil War Period Whisky Flask “Union” and “Old Rye”.

Old 19th century Union clasped hands / Eagle with banner whiskey flask. This aqua flask has an embossed design of flying eagle with banner on one side, the reverse has the word UNION, 13 stars, clasped hands on a shield and laurel. “PITTSBURGH” inside rounded border on bottom. No chips or cracks, but a little rough to the touch around the mouth of flaskThe embossing is strong. There are some bubbles and impurities. It was made in a two piece mold. It has an applied mouth design. Measurements: 4″W x 7 1/2″H.

$250.00 

MS 24. Confederate Gardner Pattern Drum Canteen Inscribed “G.W. Pitts/1st Tenn. Regt.”. Killed at Perryville.

Remarkable identified Confederate Canteen. Private Pitts was killed at the Battle of Perryville KY. on October 8, 1862. The First Tennessee Regt. (Maney’s) was the same unit that Sam Watkins (Author of the famous memoir “Co. Aytch”) served in. Condition is exceptional with clear inscription and intact wooden spout.

$4995.00

MS 25. Dug US Cavalryman’s Hat Insignia. Antietam MD. Battlefield.

This one comes with Antietam provenance provided by The Horse Soldier in Gettysburg. 

$295.00 HOLD J.L.

MS 26. Supplement to the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies (100 volumes, including 5-volume index).

For serious relic hunters that do research, this set of books will be a game changer. These volumes are relatively scarce and most relic hunters don’t even know they exist. All of the information left out of the original Official Records: the reports listed as “not located”, the reports the Confederates didn’t send in, the Union reports not sent in, misplaced or sent in late, correspondence, itineraries of the units, record of events, records of the secret service.  “An invaluable collection of primary source material.”-Civil War Magazine. ” The single most important publication for Civil war researchers in nearly a century.”-William Marvel, author and Civil War historian. Arrangement of material: Part I, Reports; Part II, Record of Events and Itineraries of the Units; Part III, Correspondence; Part IV, Index. Printed on acid-free paper, sturdy cloth binding with gold stamping, sewn not glued, reinforced hinges, easy to read. These volumes were produced by Broadfoot Publishing. I have the complete set, like new condition. Shop or show pick up only. The best price I can find for a complete used set is $4500.00.

$995.00 Shop or Show pick up.

MS 27. Dug US Cavalry Picket Pin.

Found many years ago by Charles Darden near Richmond VA.

$150.00

MS 28. Wilmot’s Patent Tompion for .58 Cal. Springfield Rifle Muskets.

Superb condition. Marked on top “PATENTED NOV. 24, 1863”. Interestingly, this patent was issued as the “Battle Above The Clouds” was raging on Lookout Mountain TN. 

$85.00

MS 29. Dug Confederate “Long Neck” Cavalryman’s Spur.

Unusual variant in superb condition. Note fragment of leather strap and untouched green patina. Shiloh-Corinth campaign. 

$225.00 HOLD T.M.

MS 30. Dug “Jeff Davis” Hat Pin.

Great condition. Found back in the 1970’s by Ron Wolford. Upper Shenandoah Valley area.

$165.00

MS 31. US Infantry Lieutenant’s Shoulder Insignia.

Civil War regulation shoulder boards with gold border and blue cloth. Very good condition.

$195.00

MS 32. “War of 1861” Identification Badge of Pvt. Bartholomew Welch, Co. F. 3rd Vermont Vol. Infantry Regt.

Classic ‘War of 1861″ badge with Federal Eagle. Welch enlisted as a private on June, 1st 1861 at age 23. His occupation is listed as a clothier. He is recorded as deserting on Jan. 20. 1863. Tag states that he was from Northfield VT. I can tell you that the 3rd Vermont was a rock solid unit that was in many of the Army of The Potomac’s major battles including Fredericksburg. Badge has a deep untouched patina, and has wear. This tells us that Pvt. Welch was wearing this badge for a while. Hopefully someone will be able to do the research and find out more about this soldier’s life. Ex. John Gibson collection.

HOLD

MS 33. Type I Sergeant’s Combination Tool for the P-53 Enfield Rifle Musket.

Superb condition and complete with all accessories. Most likely imported from England through the Federal blockade for the Confederacy. A fitting piece to display with your Enfield.

$295.00

MS 34. US Percussion Cap Box Maker Marked “S.H. YOUNG & CO. NEWARK N.J.”.

MS 35. Enfield Rifle Musket, Rifle and Carbine Tompions .577 Cal.

Authentic examples in excellent condition.

$55.00 ea. 

MS 41. Excavated US Enlisted Artillery Corps Cap Plate ca. 1816-1820.

Another really rare and early plate. Complete with original attachment loops. Some freeze cracks have been stabilized with solder on the reverse. See O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia”, page 62, Fig. 85 for the type. Provenance uncertain. Ex. John Powell, ex. Claude Maley collection.

$850.00

MS 42. Dug Colt Navy Revolver.36 Cal. Bullet Mold.

Unusual mold casting 4 round shots. Note soldier’s initials “G.W.P.” neatly punched on the side. Dug near Sharpsburg MD. by Ron Wolford.

$95.00

MS 43. Confederate Gardner Pattern Drum Canteen.

Good condition. For unknown reasons it was painted green. There is a set of initials carved into it and an attribution to a Virginia artillerist. Originally purchased from Larry Hicklen. 

$1095.00

MS 44. Hand Stitched Confederate Leather Haversack/Utility Bag.

This rare survivor was originally turned up by Larry Hicklen of Middle Tennessee Relics in Murfressboro TN. He got it from a North Alabama estate. Note over the shoulder sling with intact roller buckle. This bag has seen some serious use as can be attested by the wear and patched hole.

$1650.00

MS 45. Dug Confederate Combination Gun Tool.

Good condition. Found by Ron Wolford near Sharpsburg MD.

HOLD

MS 46. Scarce “GOODYEARS PATENT” Gutta Percha Powder Flask.

MS 47. Dug US M-1859/1863 Sharps Cavalry Carbine Barrel and Breech Block.

MS 55. 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 56. 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 59. Complete Dug Water Barrel Spigot. Shiloh Retreat Route.

This pewter spigot was left behind as part of the wreckage of war strewn along the way to Corinth MS. Dug by Brant Arnold near Michie TN.

SOLD

MS 58. Dug Confederate Cavalryman’s Spur. Richmond VA. Arsenal.

Several variants of trooper’s spurs were produced in Richmond, this one is the most prolific and easily recognizable. There is a crack at the junction of the rowell arm, and it has a little play but has not separated. Displays like a champ. Provenance unknown. Ex. Stan Hughes collection.

SOLD

MS 59. Large excavated US Volunteer Militia Cap Plate ca. 1820-1835.

Rare to find at all, much less complete. Fantastic green patina with traces of silver plating. Some freeze cracks and minor bends. See O’Donnell & Campbell’s reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia”, page 261, Fig. 603 for the type. Provenance uncertain. Ex. Claude Maley collection.

$650.00

MS 65. P-53 Enfield Sergeant’s Combination Tool.

Very fine condition and complete with worm, nipple pick, oiler, nipple wrench, and screwdriver. A fine accessory for you Enfield Rifle Musket, Two-Band Rifle, or Carbine.

$295.00

MS 66. Dug Regimental #1 Hat Insignia.

Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Found near Fredericksburg VA.

$45.00

MS 70. 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. 

$125.00

MS 71. Extremely Rare Confederate “Nuckolls” Contract Pattern Canteen.

James Thornton Nuckolls worked with his father Nathaniel Nuckolls producing a variety of goods for the Confederate Government. They operated a small group of mills and work shops on the Alabama side of the Chatahoochee River across from Columbus GA. One of Nathaniel’s daughters, Elizabeth Nuckolls Long-Ware recorded in 1909 that “Father had a machine workshop at his mills called “Variety Works” where he made looms, spinning wheels, tubs, churns, bread trays or other household implements, water buckets and canteens to send to the army. My mother and sisters had  small looms on which they wove the strappings for the canteens and knapsacks, and for bridle reins and saddle girths. All of the strapping was woven of the very best double and twisted cotton thread, indeed we were making a business of making everything that we could. Women, men too old for soldiers, boys too young, all did what they could….Father had put his youngest son, J.T. Nuckolls and my eldest son, Thomas J. Long, in his machine shop, doing what was called government work. He got orders from the war commissary department at Columbus for army supplies of such as these things mentioned.” Nathaniel Nuckolls submitted a Confederate patent application in 1862 for an “Army Canteen”, described in the Columbus’ Weekly Sun as “a new style of Wood Canteen…neat and…superior to any others as it has but one joint, thus saving it from liability to leaks. It seems to me that Nuckolls’ canteen would prove more serviceable and give more satisfaction than anything which has yet been gotten up”. A check of the National Archives reveals a November 1863 invoice written by James Thornton Nuckolls for the sale of 300 canteens and cotton web slings to the arsenal in Columbus. The Confederate Patent awarded for this canteen is registered as #191. One surviving example of this this rare canteen was carried by a member of the 47th NC State Troops Regt. (See page 209 of the Confederate “Echoes of Glory” reference book), and another survivor is identified to a member of the 4th GA. Vol. Infantry Regt. This particular example is the finest one known, complete with its original cotton sling, spout, chain, and stopper. Ex. Ray Richey Museum Collection, Fort Worth TX.

SOLD 

MS 72. Dug Regimental #9 or #6 Hat Insignia.

Very good condition. Larger 1″ size. Found by Bob Scates near the Wilderness VA.

SOLD

MS 74. US M-1859 McClellan Military Saddle made by Clare & Co., Bethel Ohio.

Good quality saddle with accessories. Brass saddle shield marked “11 1/2 INCH SEAT”. Rawhide seat is in remarkable condition with only a few minor tears. Complete with all fittings, crupper and leather straps. Lariat, carbine boot or “thimble” and US M-1859 smooth sided canteen included. Brass maker tag is stamped “S. CLARE & CO. /MAKERS/BETHEL OHIO”. Leather skirts and stirrup covers are in great condition as are the wooden stirrups. 

SOLD

MS 75. Dug Identification Badge of Pvt W. M. Crawford, Co. I, 3rd Vermont Vol. Infantry Regt.

Excavated example of the classic ‘War of 1861″ badge with Federal Eagle. I haven’t had time to research this soldier, so have no idea about his record as of yet.Tag states that he was from Waterford VT. I can tell you that the 3rd Vermont was a hard fought unit that was in most of the Army of The Potomac’s major battles including Sharpsburg, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. Badge has not been touched since it was dug. Note bright gold plating and sharp details. Found Northern VA. Ex. John Gibson collection.

SOLD

MS 76. Texas “Hope” Saddle.

Has rawhide-covered seat and is trimmed with dark russet brown bridle leather. The seat covering, quarter straps, sweat leathers, etc. are all tooled leather. The bent wood stirrups are of the rounded-top Confederate pattern. Confederate soldiers hailing from Texas commonly used this type of saddle. The Texas Rangers also
made them famous by their use. Includes girth strap.

SOLD

MS 77. Southern, possibly Confederate, Morgan “Muley” Saddle.

Evidently this type of saddle is considered to be made in accordance with Southern and Trans -Mississippi saddle making traditions, notably the lack of a “saddle horn”. Condition is very good with intact leather side flaps and iron stirrups. Original woven girth strap also intact. Many Confederate Troopers brought these saddles into the service. Guaranteed to be Civil War period or earlier.

$450.00 Reduced!!!!

MS 78. Dug U.S.A. Hospital Department Bottle.

High quality bottle. Smooth aqua colored glass. Provenance uncertain. No cracks, chips or issues.

$950.00 HOLD S.F.

MS 79. Dug Third US Army Corps Kepi/Hat Insignia.

Less common Army of the Potomac Corps Badge. This decorated stamped brass type was probably sold to the troops by camp sutlers. The Third Corps was a prominent and very hard fought unit in the Army of The Potomac. Provenance of Northern VA.

SOLD

MS 80. Dug 12th US Army Corps Kepi/Hat Insignia.

This Army of the Potomac Corps was transferred to the Western Theater with Gen. Joe Hooker after the Battle of Gettysburg. Desirable decorated stamped brass type, probably sold to the troops by camp sutlers. Remarkable condition with intact attachment wires. Provenance of Northern VA.

SOLD

MS 81. Dug 18th US Army Corps Kepi/Hat Insignia.

This corps was put together with five divisions of Federal units engaged in the Eastern North Carolina theater of operations. Formed on Dec. 24, 1862, the 18th was involved in the Bermuda Hundred campaign under Gen, Benjamin “Beast” Butler. Fought at Cold Harbor, Fort Harrison, and the Petersburg Battles. Badge is in very good condition. Found near Richmond VA.

SOLD

MS 90. Dug Civil War Era Federal Eagle.

Appears to be too small for a flag staff eagle. Traces of gold plating on cast pewter or other white metal. One of my colleagues believes that this style is slightly post war. Possibly used as an architectural ornament. Found many years ago by Don Tharpe in a Civil War troops camp near Marshall VA. Comes with wooden display stand.

SOLD

MS 92. Dug US Company Hat Letter “A” Hat Insignia. 

Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.

SOLD

MS 93. Dug US Company Hat Letter “B” Hat Insignia. 

Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.

$45.00

MS 94. Dug US Company Hat Letter “C” Hat Insignia. 

Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.

$75.00

MS 95. Dug US Company Hat Letter “D” Hat Insignia. 

Found in N. VA. Larger 1″ size.

$45.00

MS 96. Dug US Company Letter “E” Hat Insignia.

Good condition with a couple of light bends. Larger 1″ size. Provenance uncertain.

$55.00

MS 97. Dug US Company Letter “F” Hat Insignia.

Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Orange VA. Ex. Sam Higginbotham collection.

SOLD

MS 98. Dug Company Letter “G” Hat Insignia.

Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Spotsylvania County VA. 

SOLD

MS 99. Dug Company Letter “H” Hat Insignia.

Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Spotsylvania County VA. 

SOLD

MS 100. Dug Company Letter “I” Hat Insignia.

Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Orange County VA. Ex. Sam Higginbotham collection.

SOLD

MS 101. 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 102. Dug Company Letter “L” Hat Insignia.

Rare company letter in excellent condition. Hard to find intact. Larger 1″ size. Provenance of Stafford VA.

SOLD

MS 105. Dug Blob of Melted Confederate Gardner Bullets.

Found by Ron Wolford near Hagerstown MD. Cool relic.

SOLD 

MS 104. Dug Confederate Rifle Musket Combination Tool.

These gun tools are thought to have been produced by the Richmond Armory. This one was dug at Cold Harbor VA. by Charles Darden.

HOLD

MS 105. US Military Cartographer’s Parallel Rule.

Rare Civil War mapmaking tool made of ebony. Marked “U.S./1861”.

$225.00

MS 106. 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.

$125.00

MS 107. 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 110. “Slim Jim” Holster for a Colt Navy Revolver.

MS 109. Brass Port Hole Window Recovered from a Blockade Runner. 

MS 111. 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 116. Dug Lead Cannon.

Making and shooting these toy cannons were popular pastimes for bored soldiers. This one is particularly well made and designed to shoot a buck shot ball. Provenance uncertain.

$125.00

MS 117. Dug US Soldier’s Star Cape Pin/Watch Fob. Winchester VA.

These heavy cast brass insignia were sold by sutlers to US soldiers in Gen. George B. McClellan’s Army of The Potomac. They come in various forms, sometimes corresponding with branches of service or featuring certain leaders like McClellan and Elmer Ellsworth. They would have had a chain attached with a pin at the end. This one, a star, is one of the most common, a patriotic motif. Found many years ago by James Tubbesing near Winchester VA.

$250.00

MS 118. US False Embroidered Cavalryman’s Hat Insignia.

Authentic American Civil War Cavalry insignia with sharp details and bright gold plating. Straight attachment pins are correct for this variant.

$250.00

MS 119. Dug US Cavalryman’s Bridle Bit Rosette.

Good condition. Found on the Brandy Station VA. Battlefield by Bill Farmer.

$55.00

 

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