MS 1. Hand Carved Pipe Presented to Lieutenant Clark B. Lagow by Major Gen. Ulysses Simpson Grant.
This extremely well carved pipe features an eagle with its captured rabbit prey and includes a 1916 dated letter detailing the possession of the pipe. It was no doubt awarded to Lagow for valuable services rendered as an aide on Grant’s Staff. Here is an excerpt from the Shiloh Military Park:
$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.
$35,000.00
MS 3. Boyle & Gamble Foot Officer’s Sword and “Old Model” 1861 Remington Army Revolver Carried by Campbell Graham Gilmor, Co. F, 2nd Maryland Battalion Cavalry (Gilmor’s Raiders) C.S.A.
Campbell Graham Gilmor was born in 1842 and followed his brother, Harry Gilmor into the Confederate service. He had first enlisted in Company B, 21st VA. Infantry, but transferred on Feb. 22, 1862 into Harry Gilmor’s Company of Turner Ashby’s 7th VA. Cavalry, later designated as Co. F, 12th VA. Cavalry when Ashby’s large command was divided. He is listed as captured and paroled about Dec. 29, 1862. When Campbell returned to duty is unclear, but the regiment was active at Brandy Station, Western VA., Bristoe Station and Mine Run campaigns. He was on sick furlough at the Harrisonburg hospital in March of 1864, and was transferred to the Maryland Line in April serving in Co. F, 2nd Maryland Battalion Cavalry, putting him once again under his brother’s command in time for some of his most daring raids, including the Baltimore County/Magnolia Station Raid. Records have Campbell Gilmor taking the Oath of Allegiance at Mount Jackson VA. on April 21, 1865. Gilmor passed away in 1920 but is survived by his Boyle & Gamble foot officer’s sword and his “Old Model” 1861 Remington Army Revolver .44 Cal. The sword is classic Boyle and Gamble. Original leather grip is mostly intact but dry. Single strand copper wire wrap is complete and in good shape. Brass guard design is similar to the US M-1850. Deep untouched patina to the brass. Note intact leather throat washer. Blade is semi-bright and smooth with Boyle & Gamble foliate pattern etching present on each side. This sword once had a leather scabbard which is lost to time. The Remington (Serial # 10464) has been customized for cavalry use by a professional gunsmith who added the globe sight and lanyard ring. Neatly engraved on the brass trigger guard is “C. G. Gilmor”. Metal surfaces are smooth with a dark, untouched, gray patina. Cylinder rotation and trigger mechanics are sound. Original walnut grips are intact and in good condition. One of them bears a US Military Inspector’s Cartouche. Included with Campbell’s sword and revolver, is a first edition copy of his brother Harry Gilmor’s memoir “Four Years in the Saddle”. After reading Gilmor’s recollections, you will surely appreciate the historicity of these mute witnesses. Gilmor’s Remington revolver is also featured in the Civil War Times magazine, page 62 of the April 2014 edition. A copy of which accompanies this grouping.
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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.
$3850.00
MS 5. US 5th Army Corps Badge made from a Silver Seated Liberty Dime.
Finely made with intact T-hinge pin. A Civil War period 5th Corps patriotic letter envelope is included. The 5th US Army Corps was a stalwart pillar in the Army of the Potomac, fighting in all of its major battles.
$350.00
MS 6. US Percussion Cap Box.
Good condition. No markings. The typical American Civil War cap box.
$85.00
MS 7. US Miltary Powder Flask for Riflemen, also known as a “Peace Flask”.
These large flasks were issued with the US M-1841 Military or more commonly known “Mississippi” Rifle. There are complaints by US officers stating that soldiers did not return these flasks when they left the ranks but rather took them home. Condition is excellent with an untouched patina. Dated 1848 and maker marked “BATTY”.
$450.00
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.
$3495.00
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.
$175.00
MS 12. Confederate Trooper’s Stirrup.
Solid cast brass and crudely finished. Surfaced in Central VA.
$250.00
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.
$1995.00
MS 14. US M-1855 Saber Bayonet Picked up on the Gettysburg PA. Battlefield in 1913.
Impressive battlefield weapon in excellent relic condition. The old tag attached to the blade states “Found June 27-13 800 ft. S.E. Meade’s Headquarters Gettysburg PA”. “C.O.H.” written on the lower left hand side. I also have a Confederate Belt Buckle that was found on the same day, with an old provenance tag written in the same hand. Most likely found during the preparations for the 1913 Veteran’s Reunion. Displayed long ago in John Rosensteel’s Little Round Top Museum. Ex. Rosensteel family collection.
$1850.00
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.
$2650.00
MS 16. US M-1855 Hardee Hat with Infantry Insignia and Hat Cord.
Here is one with character. Original war time US Infantry insignia including the blue cord and Jeff Davis hat pin. Insert with “EXTRA” and Eagle appears to be a replacement.
SOLD
MS 17. US M-1851 Artilleryman’s Saber Belt Rig.
This belt is considerably scarcer than its Cavalry counterpart. The main indicator of an artillery rig is no provision for a shoulder strap. Remarkable untouched condition with excellent buff leather. Saber hangers present. Buckle has an untouched patina and the typical applied German Silver wreath. Ready to display with your US M-1840 Artillery Saber.
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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.
$250.00
MS 20. Dug Leech and Rigdon Confederate Cavalryman’s Raker Spur.
Very scarce Confederate Spur produced by the Memphis Novelty Works. Found near Corinth MS.
$250.00
MS 21. Dug US Artillery Bridle Rosette.
Classic intertwined “USA” Artillery harness rosette. Stamped brass with lead fill. Provenance of Richmond VA.
$225.00
MS 22. Dug US M-1858 “Smoothside” Canteen.
Complete and found many years ago near Harper’s Ferry West VA. No damage or issues. Ex. Ron Wolford collection.
$250.00 HOLD C.D.
MS 23. Dug Union Third Army Corps Hat Insignia.
These were worn on forage caps of Union soldiers in the Army of the Potomac. Superb condition, jeweler engraved around the edges and made of silver. Found in Richmond VA. Comes with an attractive display case.
$295.00
MS 24. Dug Identification Badge of Pvt Herbert H. Story, Co. I, 11th VT. Vol. Infantry Regt. and Battery L. 1st Vermont Artillery.
Larger size pewter tag featuring George Washington. Tag states that he was from Four Corners VT. Story enlisted at the age of 19 into the 11th VT. Infantry Regt. on July 24, 1863 and was mustered out as a member of the Veteran Reserve Corps on Sept. 15, 1865. He participated in the Battle of Cold Harbor VA. because that is where this tag was excavated. Story is buried at the Edson Cemetery, Lowell MA. Ex. John Gibson collection.
$1150.00
MS 25. Exquisite Wooden Carving a Parrott Rifle on a Naval Carriage. Carved by a US Sailor On Board The USS Cimarron. A Tribute to The USS Cumberland, Sunk at Hampton Roads by The CSS Virginia in 1862.
Take a good look at the details on this hand carved and fitted model. I have provided photos of all angles. Remarkably intact, only the head of the eagle, and a couple of tiny projections missing along the border were lost to time. Obviously treasured and protected for many years. Carved and constructed during the war by a talented sailor serving aboard the USS Cimarron. The Cimarron first saw action on the James River bombarding Harrison’s Landing and Fort Powhatan. Later she was very active along the Southern coast, particularly around Charleston as part of the blockading squadron. The Cimarron also participated in the attacks on Fort Wagner in August of 1863. Part of her armament was a 100 Pounder Parrott Rifle which our artist so carefully modeled. The result of many days of boredom at sea.
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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 Miltary Railroad Lock. LaGrange TN.
Scarce lock with clear “U.S.” stamped on the brass key-hole cover. Found many decades ago by the late John Marks.
$195.00
MS 28. Dug US Cavalry or Officer’s Bridle Bit Rosette. Fallen Timbers TN. Battlefield.
Found recently by Brant Arnold at the site of a sharp rear-guard action where CS Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest stopped the Federal pursuit after the Battle of Shiloh. Nice early pattern rosette with intact lead and attachment pins.
$75.00
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.
$250.00
MS 30. Embroidered US Artillery Officer’s Hat Insignia.
Regulations of 1858 Pattern. High quality piece with gold bullion and red central boss. See pages 128-129 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s fine reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia” for similar examples and more information. Measures 2.5″ across. Ex. Mike Janton collection.
$225.00
MS 31. Dug “Jeff Davis” Hat Pin.
Great condition. Found back in the 1970’s by Ron Wolford. Upper Shenandoah Valley area.
$175.00
MS 32. Dug “CS” Embossed Confederate Canteen Inscribed with Name “W.E. Phillips”. Co. K, 18th Alabama Vol. Infantry Regt. Shiloh TN. Battlefield.
This rare type of tin drum canteen is known to have been produced in Louisiana. Condition is not the greatest, but one side is fairly well preserved with the soldier’s name “W.E. Phillips” inscribed above the “CS”. There were two soldier’s in Gen. Albert Sydney Johnston’s Army of Mississippi with that name. One of them was a member of the 4th Louisiana Battalion of Infantry, but that unit was not at Shiloh. The W. E. Phillips present at Shiloh was in Co. K, 18th Alabama Infantry, which was in Brig. Gen. John K. Jackson’s brigade. Phillips enlisted in August 1861 at Alpine, AL and was “dangerously wounded” in the arm (don’t know which arm) at Shiloh on the 6th of April. According to his service record, the time of his wounding was at 2:30pm. He survived his wound and was back in the ranks by September 1863. He surrendered and was paroled at Meridian, MS on May 12, 1865.
$2495.00 HOLD
MS 33. “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.
$1150.00
MS 34. 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.
$395.00
MS 35. Enfield Rifle Musket, Rifle and Carbine Tompions .577 Cal.
Authentic examples in excellent condition.
$55.00 ea.
MS 36. Dug US “Jeff Davis” Hat Pin.
Great example that digger left uncleaned. Perfect, other than hooks missing. This US Regulation insignia used to pin up one side of a M-1855 Hardee Hat. Found in US Cavalry Camp along the North Anna River many years ago. Central VA.
$175.00
MS 37. Pattern of 1833 US Dragoons Hat Plate.
Superb example of this scarce cap insignia with original backplate. The “Napoleonic” style eagle was adopted for this design. See pages 112-117 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia” for more information on these rare plates.
SOLD D.C.
MS 38. Spencer Carbine Cartridges Recovered from Shipwreck.
Two complete cartridges fused together. I am not 100% sure but they probably came from the USS Suwanee.
$35.00
no images were found
MS 39. US Percussion Cap Box Marked “WATERTOWN ARSENAL 1863.”
Fine looking box in excellent condition.
$250.00
MS 40. Early US Artillery Corps Hat Insignia. Ca. 1845-1855
Non-dug example. Large size crossed cannons. Excellent condition.
$250.00
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.
$195.00
MS 43. Dug Confederate Saddle Shield. Fallen Timbers TN. Battlefield.
Rare, and smaller than usual sized shield. Plain with rounded edges. Found by Brant Arnold a couple of years ago.
SOLD
MS 44. Dug Masonic Finger Ring. Fallen Timbers TN. Battlefield.
Found a couple of years ago by Brant Arnold. This battle ended the Federal pursuit of the shattered Confederate Army retreating to Corinth MS.
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MS 45. Excavated Confederate Cavalryman’s Spur.
Untouched woods patina with small brass rowell. Provenance of Corinth MS.
$175.00
MS 46. Large Folding Pocket Knife with “LIBERTY & UNION” Cross Guard.
Dug many years ago by Jake Hendrix. Boonsboro-South Mountain, MD. area. Knife blade still folds.
$395.00
MS 46. Dug US Militia Officer’s Sword Belt Buckle Tongue Disc.
This type of buckle is pictured on pages 204-205 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s reference book, “American Military Belt Plates”. Found in a US Cavalry Camp. North Anna Campaign. Someone out there has a tongue bar that could use this disc.
$75.00
MS 51. Dug Civil War Bayonet Converted into an Entrenching Tool.
Appears to be a Springfield bayonet. This tool was useful for rocky and hard ground. Excellent condition. Provenance of Tennessee.
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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.
$55.00
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.
$225.00
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 60. M-1860 Savage Navy Revolver Bullet Mold .36 Cal.
Rare mold in excellent condition with sprue cutter. A fitting companion to display with your Savage Navy.
SOLD
MS 61. Eight Reale Cob Excavated From 1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet Wreck.
Heavy chopped silver. Found many years ago off the coast of West Florida.
SOLD
MS62. Four Reale Cob Excavated From 1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet Wreck.
Heavy chopped silver. Found many years ago off the coast of West Florida.
SOLD
MS 64. Dug Civil War Mustard Bottle from Vicksburg MS.
This type was imported from France. Droop-winged eagle decoration. Perfect condition. Ex. Claude Maley collection.
SOLD
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.
$350.00
MS 66. Dug Regimental #1 Hat Insignia.
Excellent condition. Larger 1″ size. Found near Fredericksburg VA.
$45.00
MS 67. Dug “All Seeing Eye” Masonic Hat Pin or Sash Buckle.
Appears to be made of stamped coin silver. Found by Ron Wolford in a Civil War troops camp near Shapsburg MD. Measures 2.25″ across.
SOLD
MS 68. Tin Box of 7mm. Pinfire Cartridges by Eley.
Nice, untouched box. Label has age but is mostly readable. There are 26 cartridges in the box.
SOLD
MS 69. Confederate Enfield Bullet Mold .577 Cal.
These high quality brass molds were imported by the Confederacy from England. This is the nose casting variant complete with cavity plug and sprue cutter. Ex. Ron Wolford collection.
SOLD N.S.
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. Dug Miniature Bronze Cannon Barrel found at Brandy Station VA.
This is a really cool relic. You can see that this thick bronze cannon exploded violently upon firing. The bore is approximately .70 Cal. I wonder if someone out there has found the rear section.
$195.00
MS 72. Dug Regimental #9 or #6 Hat Insignia.
Very good condition. Larger 1″ size. Found by Bob Scates near the Wilderness VA.
$55.00
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.
$2495.00 Reduced!
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.
$1495.00 Reduced!!
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 80. Dug Confederate Cavalry Spur found on the 1863 Brandy Station VA. Battlefield.
Scarce type, most likely a civilian pattern. Condition is excellent with intact iron rowell. Pea green patina.
$125.00
MS 81. Dug Civil War Period Glass Pitcher.
A small pitcher made of hand-blown glass or crystal. Note pontil on bottom. Very finely made. Possibly used to pour cream.
$65.00
MS 89. Gang Mold for M-1860 Colt Army Revolvers .44 Cal.
Very good condition with intact wooden grips. Molds six .44 Cal. conical bullets. Ex. Ron Wolford collection.
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.
$150.00
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.
$75.00
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.
$295.00
no images were found
MS 103. Matching Pair of Civil War Period Brass Spurs.
Military style. Possibly Confederate or State Militia.
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.
SOLD
MS 105. US Military Cartographer’s Parallel Rule.
Rare Civil War mapmaking tool made of ebony. Marked “U.S./1861”.
$295.00
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.
$150.00
MS 107. US Burnside Cavalry Carbine Combination Tool.
Scarce gun tool in excellent condition. A perfect companion for your Burnside Carbine.
$250.00
MS 108. Dug US Cavalryman’s Hat Insignia.
Stamped brass crossed sabers with no ground action or repairs. Excavated examples are very hard to find complete. Found near Shiloh TN.
SOLD J.L.
MS 109. Brass Port Hole Window Recovered from a Blockade Runner.
Remarkable condition with remnants of sea creatures attached. Found many decades ago. The glass has what appears to be a bullet hole in it. More detailed info to buyer. Perfect for a pirate or ship wreck display.
$1250.00
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.
$295.00
MS 117. Dug Civil War Whisky Bottle.
Good condition. No cracks or issues. Found in Union camp trash pit. Deep Bottom VA.
SOLD
MS 118. Original Pen and Ink Drawing of US Major Gen. George B. McClellan and Prince D’ Joinville before Yorktown VA. by acclaimed Civil War Field Artist and Illustrator, Captain John R. Chapin (1823-1907).
Fine eyewitness and hand executed illustration showing McClellan and D’Joinville attending to the US Fortifications and artillery batteries along the James River at Yorktown. The Prince D’ Joinville was an exile from the French Court that had befriended President Abraham Lincoln in 1861, and joined George B. McClellan’s Staff in time for the Peninsula Campaign. He was a remarkable character and is worth reading about. John R. Chapin was in addition to being a celebrated artist, the Captain of a New Jersey Artillery Battery (Chapin’s). This original illustration is signed by Chapin and is a rare example of Civil War period art. Ready for framing.
$1495.00
MS 119. Original Pen and Ink Drawing by Charles G. Copeland (1858-1945).
Rare original illustration depicting the evacuation of dead and wounded soldiers during the American Civil War. Very well done and historically accurate. Copeland’s works are desirable and have brought high prices at auction. Professionally framed.
HOLD
MS 120. Original Pen and Ink Drawing by Charles G. Copeland (1858-1945).
Rare original illustration depicting a 6th US Army Corps Union soldier leaving his weeping parents. Very well done and historically accurate. Copeland’s works are desirable and have brought high prices at auction. Professionally framed.
HOLD