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, Bilharz & Hall, or any other Confederate Carbine. These don’t come along every day.
$5995.00
MS 2. Abraham Lincoln Signed Commission of Col. John S. Clark, Aide de Camp and Head of Intelligence for General Nathaniel Banks.
John Swarthout Smith Clark was a remakable individual, and was quite qualified for intelligence work. He suffered a serious leg wound while reconnoitering Confederate fortifications at Port Hudson LA. and evidently, established a framework for interrogating Confederate prisoners among other achievements. His estimations of Confederate force strengths were unfortunately innacurate for Gen. Pope at Second Mannasas as well as during the Red River Campaign, but on balance, he was a solid and productive asset to the Union Army. I will now refer you to the detailed biographical sketch provided by the Horse Soldier in Gettysburg PA. that accompanies this fine document. President Lincoln’s signature is bold and clear, as well as the signature of his Secretary of War Edwin McMasters Stanton. The commission is professionally custom framed with archival materials and UV resistant glass. A signed letter of authenticity from Wes Small of the Horse Soldier is included. Here is an opportunity to own a very historical American Civil War military document signed by President Lincoln himself.
$7500.00
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.
$1650.00 Reduced!
MS 4. Dug Confederate Cavalry Saddle Shield Insignia.
Scarce Confederate Cavalry relic in very good condition with a woods brown patina. Provenance uncertain.
$650.00
MS 5. Early War Buff Leather US 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.
$1495.00
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”.
$550.00 Reduced!
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!
$2650.00
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.
$225.00
MS 9. Dug USA Hospital Department Bottle.
Rare small size. Common aqua color. Professionally cleaned. Provenance unknown.
$650.00
MS 10. Exploded 6 Pounder Iron Cannon Barrel.
Large and impressive relic that would be a great focal point of any relic room. Looks like it blew apart near the center of the barrel. Condition of the iron is very good indeed with no deep pitting or carbonization. Unfortunately I am uncertain of the provenance. Could be Civil War, possibly Revolutionary War, or even late 17th Century. Any expert opinions are welcome. Measures 20″ in length. Ex. Bill Blackman collection. Shop or show pick up only.
$6500.00
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. Ex. Bill Blackman collection.
$295.00
MS 12. Fantastic Dug Leech & Rigdon Confederate Cavalry Officer’s Spur.
Top notch “CS” marked spur with a slick dark brown patina and unusual decorated brass rowell. Ex. Bill Blackman collection.
$3250.00
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.
$350.00
MS 15. US M-1858 Enlisted Man’s “Bullseye” Canteen. Maker Marked.
Iconic Federal Canteen with intact sling loops and cork stopper. Spout is maker marked “H.B. & Co. PHIL.”. Great example.
$225.00
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”.
$495.00
MS 17. Dug Confederate Soldier’s Side Knife. Snyder’s Bluff MS.
This is the coolest, most home-grown Southern knife I have ever seen. Like cornbread, turnip greens, pinto beans, and fried okra. Note lead pommel and cross-guard. Found long ago by Jackie Sarrett on Snyder’s Bluff near Vicksburg MS. Blade measures 9.5″ with tang.
$595.00
MS 18. US 7th Army Corps Insignia.
Silver plated brass insignia in great condition. Shows obvious wear and age. “T” shaped pin missing on reverse. There were two incarnations of this unit. The first one was formed in the Eastern Theater and served in Eastern Virgina until disbanded in 1863. These are the troops that opposed CS Gen. Longstreet at Suffolk. The second was formed in the Trans-Mississippi Theater in January of 1864. They served in the Department of Arkansas and participated in Gen. Frederick Steele’s Camden Expedition. An authentic wartime insignia.
$495.00
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.
$250.00
MS 21. Dug 63rd Tennessee Vol. Infantry Regt. Badge C.S.A.
Unique shield shaped badge made of stamped brass. Although the numbers look like “68” it must surely be 63 because there was no 68th Tennessee Regt. of any kind, in any war. Badge reads: “CO. E./63 TENN./VOL. INF./C.S.A../WAR 1861-S”. The 63rd Tenn. consisted of volunteers from East TN. Mostly from Knox, Sullivan, Claiborne, Roane, Hawkins, and Washington Counties. This badge is possibly wartime, but could also be veteran reunion era. Recovered in the 1864 Confederate Winter camps near Dalton GA. by Bill Blackman.
$395.00 HOLD D.C.
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 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.
$650.00
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 HOLD
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
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.
$350.00 HOLD T.K.
MS 26. Dug Group of Relics Found in Fredericksburg VA.
Here is what I found digging in March after the Fredericksburg Show. We scouted a residential area off of Route 3 that was being prepared for construction and recovered a few relics. There are some fired and dropped bullets from the December 1862 Battle of Fredericksburg. A camp hatchet was recovered near a lead canister ball that was hacked up. Several small camp items also recovered. Some of the Federal bullets are of the “swaged” variety.
$65.00
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.
$225.00
MS 31. Dug US Artillery Hat Insignia.
Very good condition with no repairs. Found near Corinth MS.
$295.00
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.
$1995.00 Reduced!
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.
$75.00
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.
SOLD
MS 38. Dug Confederate Cavalry Saddle Shield.
Crudely stamped shield found near Richmond VA.
$65.00
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.
$350.00
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.
$225.00
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.
$795.00
MS 60. Dug Confederate Cavalry Martingale. Atlanta Campaign.
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. Found in the camp of Ross’s CS Cavalry. Chattahoochie River line near Atlanta.
$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.
$65.00
MS 63. “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.
$250.00 HOLD T.K.
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.
$45.00
MS 65. 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.
SOLD
MS 66. Rare “US” Officer’s Spur with Thirteen Stars.
Non excavated spur with intact brass rowell. No repairs or issues. Ex. Bill Blackman collection.
SOLD
MS 67. 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
MS 68. Dug US Shoulder Scale.
Excellent condition. Found by Bill Blackman on Hansborough Ridge near Stevensburg VA.
$75.00
MS 69. 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.
SOLD
MS 70. 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 71. 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.
SOLD
MS 72. 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.
$895.00
MS 73. 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.
SOLD
MS 74. Dug Confederate Cavalryman’s Spur. Gen. N.B. Forrest’s Cavalry.
Richmond Arsenal variant found in one of Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest’s Cavalry camps in Northern Mississippi. Great condition. Half of rowell shank tip broken.
$165.00