Miscellaneous Relics

MS 1. 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.

$48,500.00

MS 2. 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.

$17,950.00

MS 3. Confederate Tarred Canvas Haversack that was Carried into the Battle of Franklin TN. by Confederate General Otho F. Strahl when he was killed, November 30, 1864.

First of all, any Confederate knapsack is extremely rare. The one carried by a Confederate Brigadier General killed at Franklin is a historical Southern Treasure. Old brown ink card that was inside states: “The haversack used by Brigadier Gen’l Otto Frederick (actually French) Strahl of Tennessee during the late War Between the States. The mutilation of the flap was by a fragment of the shell in the Battle of Franklin, Tennessee, November 30-1864 in which Gen’l Strahl lost his life.” The Battle of Franklin was truly the twilight of the once mighty Confederate Army of Tennessee. Major General Benjamin Franklin Cheatham commanded a division of mostly Tennessee Brigades (including Strahl’s). They were needlessly sacrificed due to the ineptitude and ego of General John Bell Hood. Five Confederate Generals were killed that day; Patrick Cleburne of Arkansas, Strahl from Tennessee, John Adams of Tennessee, States Rights Gist of South Carolina and Hiram B. Granbury of Texas. A sixth General, John C. Carter of Tennessee died the next day of a mortal wound. After the battle, their corpses were laid on the rear wooden porch of the Carnton House. General Strahl was leading his men on foot when he received a bullet through his neck, he was then quickly dispatched by two more bullets to the head. General Strahl is buried in Dyersburg TN. The haversack itself is quite rare and remarkable. It is well made from tarred canvas and has an intact carrying strap and adjuster buckles. Flap retains latch tab and buckle. Note damage to the flap that is mentioned on the tag.

$5995.00 Reduced HOLD M.H.

MS 4. US M-1860 Cartridge Box Carried by Pvt. John A. Chadwick, Co. D, 9th Maine Vol. Infantry. 

Chadwick enlisted on September 22nd, 1861. The 9th Maine was brigaded with Col. Robert Gould Shaw’s 54th Mass. Vol. Regt. during the coastal South Carolina campaign. He was wounded at Battery Wagner SC. on July 18th, 1863 but re-enlisted when his term was up on Jan.1st, 1864. Unfortunately Chadwick was severely wounded at the Battle of Deep Bottom VA. where he lost a leg. He was discharged on account of this wounding on Jan. 20, 1865. The cartridge box is in very good condition and was presumably with Chadwick when he was wounded. Chadwick’s name is clearly written inside the outer flap. Maker marked “J.B. THAXTER/PORTLAND ME.”. Both cartridge tins are present, as well as both roller strap buckles, and latch tab. Included with the box is Chadwick’s signed CDV with Belfast, Maine studio mark and a copy of his application for an artificial leg.

SOLD D.M.

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.

$3650.00 HOLD R.P.

MS 10. Dug Identification Disc of Pvt. Joseph Alexander, Co. F, 5th Vermont Vol. Inf. Regt.

Very good excavated condition with a green patina, traces of gold plating, and clearly readable. Alexander enlisted on August 31st, 1861 and died of Dysentery on Nov. 22, 1862. He is buried at the Soldier’s Home National Cemetery, Washington DC. Tag was found in Northern VA.

$950.00 

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.

$195.00

MS 12. Confederate Trooper’s Stirrup.

Solid cast brass and crudely finished. Surfaced in Central VA.

$250.00

MS 13. Dug Identification Disc of Pvt. Melvin W. Sanborn, Co. A, 2nd Vermont Vol. Inf. Regt.

Very good excavated condition with gold plating and clearly readable. Melvin Sanborn enlisted on May 14, 1861 and mustered out of the Army on June 29, 1864. He died in 1923 and is buried in Greenwich Cemetery, Greenwich NY. Found N. VA.

SOLD

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.

$2850.00

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.

$1495.00 HOLD R.C.

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.

SOLD

MS 18. Dug US Shoulder Scale. Battlefield of First Bull Run.

Superb early dug condition. Found many years ago on the First Bull Run/ Manassas Battlefield. Ex. Ron Wolford collection.

$75.00 HOLD W.S.

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

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. Extremely Rare US Drummer’s Hat Insignia.

According to Mike Singer, there have only been three of these stamped brass insignia documented. Superb early dug condition. Note button type attachment loop. Most likely an item sold by sutlers. Dug by Ronnie Shifflett near Mine Run VA. Ex. Terry Heilman collection.

SOLD 

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. 

$17,500.00 HOLD H.H.

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 M-1859 “Foliate” Pattern Cavalryman’s Spur.

Early find in great condition with intact iron rowell. Dug by Don Tharpe near Brandy Station VA. Note inspector stamp.

$65.00 HOLD W.S.

MS 28. Dug US Cavalry Bridle Bit Rosette.

A beauty. Scarce large size rosette with convex face. Lead filled. Provenance of North Anna River Lines.

$95.00 HOLD W.S.

MS 29. Dug US M-1858 “Smoothside” Canteen.

Dug long ago by Ron Wolford near Sharpsburg MD. Damaged but has a great war relic look.

$125.00

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.

$250.00

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 34. Excavated US Officer’s Federal Eagle Saddle Horn.

A very rare and unusual relic from a highly decorated US Officer’s Saddle. Sharply detailed eagle head made of brass in perfect condition. Only a high ranking officer would have one of these privately purchased saddles.

SOLD

MS 33. Early US Militia Dragoons Hat Plate 1830-1840.

Mint condition with original silver plating and one attachment hook intact. Totally untouched. These plates are known to have been used by the South Carolina State Militia. See page 281 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia” for more information on these rare plates.

SOLD D.C.

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 40. Early US Artillery Corps Hat Insignia. Ca. 1845-1855

Non-dug example. Large size crossed cannons. Excellent condition.

$295.00

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 US M-1855 Rifle Musket Lock with Maynard Tape Primer System.

Good condition. Found with primer door open. Dug near Sharpsburg MD. by Ron Wolford.

$95.00 HOLD W.S.

no images were found

MS 44. Confederate Saber Bayonet Adapter marked “BOYLE, GAMBLE & MACFEE/RICHMOND VA./PAT. SEPT. 2, 1861”.

Brass adapter for saber bayonet in very good condition with mostly clear patent address. Found Antietam/Sharpsburg MD. by Ron Wolford.

SOLD

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.

$450.00

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.

$95.00 

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.

Sold L.C.

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 Regimental #0 Hat Insignia.

Large 1″ size for Kepi or Hardee Hat. Very fine example with no issues. Dug near Orange VA. Ex. Sam Higginbotham Collection.

SOLD

MS 57. Volunteer Militia Hat Plate ca. 1825-1840.

Very good condition with a nice patina. Sharp details. Note small holes for sewing to the cap. See page 274 of O’Donnell and Campbell’s fine reference book “American Military Headgear Insignia” for an illustration of this variant and more information. Measures 4.5″ x 3.25″. Ex. Mike Janton collection.

SOLD

MS 58. US 6th Army Corps Kepi Insignia.

Large size with intact Civil War period T-hinge pin. Silver plated brass.

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 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.

$95.00

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.

$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.

$350.00 HOLD K.C.

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. 

$250.00

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.

$250.00

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 US M-1859 Cavalryman’s Spur.

Excellent condition. Found Brandy Station VA. by Don Tharpe.

HOLD W.S.

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 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.

$175.00

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.

$95.00

MS 105. US Military Cartographer’s Parallel Rule.

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

$350.00

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.

$195.00

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.

$350.00 HOLD J.L.

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.

$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

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