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It is once again Youth Relic Display Contest time in Tennessee. This relic display is, in my opinion, one of the most attractive to this point. The display consists of a Droop Wing Eagle Confederate Officer's button, a camp site recovered soldier's Crucifix, a very attractive excavated lead-filled Eagle breast plate from here at Stones River, a stamped brass Cavalry rosette with the raised heart, an original pair of soldier's reading glasses, an original 1862 Wilmington, North Carolina, Confederate note, an original Civil War era domino, several bullets, a musket gun tool, a canteen stopper pull, and a coat size Federal Eagle button all displayed in a professionally made oak display case. This collection is easily worth over $400. So, young folks, get busy and let me hear from you. The following individuals, along with Nita & myself have contributed artifacts to make these youth relic displays possible: Eric Lawson - Ted and B. J. Campbell- David Hadden - Russ and Dottie Wunker - Jerry Emberlin - Tom Stone - William Briner - Jody Wright - Ed Heck - Charlie Williams - and Gerard Simoneaux. We will carry forward all entries from the first, second, third, and fourth giveaways. We encourage ANY other interested youths (14 years of age and younger) who have not yet entered to send a letter telling why you would like to win the Civil War artifact giveaway display, and you will be entered as well. We want to do our part to encourage our youth to be interested in our heritage. IF YOU GUYS HAPPEN TO KNOW ANY YOUNG FOLKS THAT REALLY LIKE HISTORY - PLEASE MAKE THEM AWARE OF THESE CONTESTS !!! I'D REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR HELP IN SPREADING THE WORD !!! This contest will end October 31, 2020.
This is exactly what happened to me on my first day of school in the first grade. My first grade teacher - Mrs. Myra McCanless and I came to an understanding. It was "if I would keep my mouth shut and stay in my seat, she would not beat my butt!!!" I personally think a good many young folks today could use a dose of the medicine that was given me!!! It was a lesson that has served me well over the years. There is a clear line between discipline, and abuse, and that line MUST NEVER be crossed.
Just a note for my friends and customers. It is a popular notion among some folks now to say "This virus isn't real - just a political ploy". We just buried my son-in-law's grandfather with Covid contracted through an elderly health care facility. It IS quite real, and I hope that each of you exercise good common sense health care precautions for your own family's sake. We will get through this, but be smart and cautious in the meantime for ALL OUR SAKE !!! THE VIRUS IS VERY REAL AND YOU DON'T WANT IT !!! We regretfully have to report that we yesterday (September 10th) lost another one of our neighbors to the Covid virus.
It is with genuine disappointment that I announce that this years Franklin Civil War Show has been officially canceled. We were today informed that the Williamson County Ag Center where the show is held is a Covid testing center, and all events through the end of October have been canceled by the County. The County Commission is scheduled to meet again near the end of October to determine the fate of the rest of the year, but it is felt highly probable that all events will be canceled at the facility for the remainder of the year. In light of this high probability, we felt it far and away in everyone's best interest to go ahead and cancel the show so that there would not be last minute airline reservations, hotel reservations, etc. to have to deal with. We look forward to seeing everyone back again as normal next year - first weekend of December. Both Mike and myself considered it in no way worth the risk of even one Covid case.
We were up at the cabin on the Cumberland Plateau yesterday and spotted this monster mushroom. It measures something like two feet across and is on a single stem. We had to cross a creek to get this picture, and Nita fell in the creek crossing. But, she persevered and got this picture. I have pictures of her too, but she won't let me put them on.
Quite a few of you folks that were shop regulars, a few years back, will remember Lorenzo from his time apprenticing in the shop. We are very proud of Lorenzo having just finished his final field training exercise. We wish the very best for Lorenzo and think he looks every bit the part of PVT Lorenzo Grover-Rizzo, Cavalry Scout, US Army.
You have got to love this! Pictured here are Jax Blevins and his brother Baxter Blevins hard at work on their letters entering the Youth Relic Display Giveaway Contest. Jax and Baxter are sons of our Civil War collecting buddy James Blevins of Fairfax, Virginia. I join with James in doing all we can to cultivate interest in history and heritage among our young folks.
AND THE WINNER OF OUR FOURTH YOUTH RELIC DISPLAY CONTEST IS JAX BLEVINS (WHO CAN BE SEEN ABOVE WORKING ON HIS LETTER). We will soon have our fifth Civil War display put together and a new contest underway. All entries will be carried forward to the next contest, so if you haven't won so far -- Keep the faith - You might very well win the next one !!! CONGRATULATIONS JAX !!! IT IS TIME FOR OUR FOURTH YOUTH RELIC GIVEAWAY. This display contains a genuine, excavated, lead-filled, Federal Eagle breast plate, a brass bayonet scabbard tip, a $15 coupon from a Confederate Loan Bond, an original Civil War domino, a .54 cal., ring tail Sharps Cavalry bullet, a coat size Federal Infantry Officer button, and a gilted cuff size New York State Seal button. The following individuals, along with Nita & myself have contributed artifacts to make these youth relic displays possible: Eric Lawson Ted and B. J. Campbell- David Hadden - Russ and Dottie Wunker - Jerry Emberlin - Tom Stone - William Briner - Jody Wright - Ed Heck - and Charlie Williams. We will carry forward all entries from the first, second, and third giveaways. We encourage ANY other interested youths (14 years of age and younger) who have not yet entered to send a letter telling why you would like to win the Civil War artifact giveaway display, and you will be entered as well. We want to do our part to encourage our youth to be interested in our heritage. IF YOU GUYS HAPPEN TO KNOW ANY YOUNG FOLKS THAT REALLY LIKE HISTORY - PLEASE MAKE THEM AWARE OF THESE CONTESTS !!! I'D REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR HELP IN SPREADING THE WORD !!! This contest will end July 31, 2020
AND WE HAVE A WINNER - OUR FIRST YOUNG LADY - MS. CASTIBELLE SCHWEINFURTH !!! EVEN AT HER TENDER YOUNG AGE CASTIBELLE IS A FAMILIAR FACE AROUND THE CIVIL WAR LIVING HISTORY COMMUNITY, AND THAT IS THANKS TO THE DELIGENT EFFORTS OF HER MOM AND DAD - (BRET AND KELLY). MY CONGRATULATIONS TO A VERY DESERVING YOUNG LADY !!! IT IS YOUTH RELIC DISPLAY GIVEAWAY CONTEST TIME AGAIN !!! This is our THIRD youth relic display give-away, and this beautiful display consists of an original VIRGINIA Confederate note - several bullets - one beautiful gilted Federal Infantry officer button - one bayonet scabbard tip - one sword belt length adjuster - a right and a left Civil War knapsack J-hook - a baggage trunk key - and a harmonica board. I would like to thank Eric Lawson - Ted and B. J. Campbell- David Hadden - Russ and Dottie Wunker - Jerry Emberlin - Tom Stone - William Briner - Jody Wright - Ed Heck - and Charlie Williams who along with Nita and myself made this display possible. We encourage ANY other interested youths (14 years of age and younger) who have not yet entered to send a letter telling why you would like to win the Civil War artifact giveaway display, and you will be entered as well. We want to do our part to encourage our youth to be interested in our heritage. IF YOU GUYS HAPPEN TO KNOW ANY YOUNG FOLKS THAT REALLY LIKE HISTORY - PLEASE MAKE THEM AWARE OF THESE CONTESTS !!! I'D REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR HELP IN SPREADING THE WORD !!! THIS CONTEST WILL END MARCH 31, 2020. If any of you old time relic hunter/collectors would like to help support these youth relic give-aways, please just send over any relics to help us out. Your help will certainly be appreciated and go for a good endeavor !! TRIVIA QUESTION -- CAN ANYONE GUESS WHY CASTIBELLE IS HOLDING THE CANNON !!! (HINT -- THE ANSWER IS IN THE QUESTION !!) - (ANOTHER HINT - WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE PART OF THE CANNON THAT CASTIBELLE IS HOLDING !!!)
We just received the most current issue of "North South Trader", and, low and behold, there is Adian on page 19 - Youth Division. Apparently, when you're hot, you're hot!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! We have just held our drawing for our SECOND Youth Relic Giveaway, and our winner is - ADIAN HARWICK - from Lititz, PA. Soon after the Thanksgiving holiday, we will begin our third Youth Relic Giveaway, and we will carry forward all entries from the first and second giveaways. This is a fantastic display, and we congratulate Adian on his win!!! We appreciate all of the youths who entered the first and second drawings. We encourage ANY other interested youths (14 years of age and younger) who have not yet entered to send a letter telling why you would like to win the Civil War artifact giveaway display, and you will be entered as well. We want to do our part to encourage our youth to be interested in our heritage. IF YOU GUYS HAPPEN TO KNOW ANY YOUNG FOLKS THAT REALLY LIKE HISTORY - PLEASE MAKE THEM AWARE OF THESE CONTESTS !!! I'D REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR HELP IN SPREADING THE WORD !!! ADIAN - YOUR PRIZE IS ON THE WAY TO YOU !!!
ATTENTION - OUR "FIRST" YOUTH RELIC GIVE AWAY !!! - I was asked by a friend (MR. DICK TIMPANO) to give away this nice starter Civil War Bullet collection to a deserving young collector. If you are 14 years old or younger and are really interested in Civil War history - please send me a letter as to why you would like to have this collection, and in a couple weeks we are going to have a drawing from all the names of young folks that sent me a letter wanting this collection. We will show pictures of the drawing and post the WINNER on the page here !!! GOOD LUCK !!! SEND LETTER TO: Larry Hicklen -- 3511 Old Nashville Hwy. - Murfreesboro, TN. -- 37129 (WE ARE GOING TO ACCEPT ENTRIES ARRIVING IN PERSON OR THROUGH MAIL DELIVERY ON OR BEFORE SEP. 30, 2019 !!!) IF YOU ARE AN OLD SCHOOL CIVIL WAR COLLECTOR AND WOULD LIKE TO DONATE RELICS IN SUPPORT OF THESE RELIC GIVE-AWAYS TO YOUNG FOLKS -- PLEASE LET ME HEAR FROM YOU !! THIS CONTEST IS NOW OVER AND WE WILL VERY SOON HAVE THE DRAWING. BUT --- WE WILL SOON ANNOUNCE THE NEXT CONTEST, AND EVERYONE THAT ENTERED INTO THIS CONTEST WILL BE CARRIED OVER, -- SO YOU ARE ALREADY REGISTERED !! MANY THANKS TO MR. DICK TIMPANO FOR THE ARTIFACTS !!! AND OUR WINNER IS - JONATHAN PRIOR - 5TH GRADE, AGE 10!!! CONGRATULATIONS, JONATHAN.
A little while earlier today (7-12-19), I had a couple of fellows in the shop from near Perryville, Kentucky. In the course of looking at relics and discussing various battlefields, one of the gentlemen said, "I visit your nature area at the Battlefield of Perryville quite often." I had absolutely no idea what he was talking about. A good many years ago, I purchased a 54-acre farm on the Battlefield of Perryville, Kentucky, that was in danger of being developed. I held the farm for several years until the Civil War Preservation Trust was in a position to acquire it. Little did I know that in appreciation for saving that part of the Battlefield, I have a pond and nature area marked with our family name. How cool is that!!!
These are some fun memories from 35 years ago of one GREAT day digging at a newly found "Polk's Corp" Army Of Tennessee 1862 - 1863 winter camp located along the Duck River near Shelbyville, TN. The day's finds include 2 nice arrow hook "U.S." oval waist belt plates - one C.S. manufacture plain face pewter waist belt plate - one very rare "Rope Border" style C.S. oval waist belt plate - A beautiful Leech and Rigdon style "CS" marked Confederate Cavalry Officer's spur - and over 100 bullets and buttons. Now those are some priceless memories !!
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Here is an interesting set of 4 photographs contrasting the panther and the bobcat. These four photographs were taken by the same game cam at the same location a few days apart. Notice aside from the obvious (the panther has a long tail and the bobcat has virtually no tail), that they are structurally different as well. The panther is overall larger, more muscular, especially in the front shoulders, than the bobcat. The bobcat has a more slender profile with his back legs almost appearing longer than his front legs. Also, the two cats make very different screams. On the bright side, one would think that we shouldn't have a mouse problem on the mountain!!!
We are headed to the mountain today, and hopefully there will be some cool new trail cam pictures to share !! For the past couple of months, our neighbors and ourselves have been hearing the cry of an unusual animal. About a month ago, I caught sight of what appeared to be a large cat moving through the woods. Several weeks ago we installed a game cam to be able to see what type animals were passing. One of the locations of the game camera was where several roads and paths came together. At this location, we saw more different type animals than any other location of the camera. We have been scattering corn and cut the Halloween pumpkins into and placed them in front of the camera. We have seen many different type mountain animals including deer, armadillos, red fox, coyote, and raccoons. A couple of nights ago, we captured a couple photographs of this huge Mountain Bobcat - (We at first thought Panther, but markings suggest a LARGE male Bobcat rather than Panther.) As you guys can now clearly see - WE DEFINITELY HAVE A PANTHER (aka Eastern Mountain Lion) - (as well as a Bobcat) !!! We have no doubt that he was drawn to this location by the smell of the presence of all the other wild animals that had been there eating. To give a size reference, the pumpkin halves beside the cat are ten inches in diameter. Notice the power and muscle mass of this big cat. We will likely think twice now about taking night walks through the woods!!! A few nights ago our next door neighbor found a deer slain, and litereally shreded - I wonder who might have done THAT !!! Outside "MAN WITH GUN" - This guy really is "King Of The Woods" !!!
Very attractive, excavated, "Leech & Rigdon", CS two-piece sword belt plate. This is the pattern often referred to as the "08" letter pattern, because the "C" almost makes a zero and the "S" almost makes an 8. This buckle was recovered from an N. B. Forrest Confederate Cavalry camp site in North Mississippi. This rare Confederate CS buckle is out of the life-long collection of Coy Kitchens and will be a very nice compliment to any CS artifact collection.--$2,850.
Massive 20 inch hand blacksmith crafted Confederate "S-Guard" bowie with its original Confederate leather sheath. This massive bowie appears to be crafted from a buggy spring, or a huge rasp. The brass "Eaglehead" is from an 1820s era Militia Officer's sword, and the brass "S-Guard" looks to likely have come from the same early Militia sword as the eagle pommel cap. The grip is very nicely finished and detailed bone. The leather sheath is 100 % original Confederate hand crafted, and although fragile, remains intact and with the bowie. We have had a museum grade walnut display case custom made to display the knife. This is a fine hand blacksmith crafted Confederate blade, and a better example than most museums have. It is out of a North Georgia estate.--$1,295.
Very RARE to recover - Excavated coat size CS36A1 Confederate Staff Officer's uniform button with nice "HT&B - MANCHESTER" backmark. This beautiful button was recovered on private property near Pine Mountain over 30 years ago. It has about 40 % gilt in all the right places. There is an "ever so slight" press to the very crown of the button, but really doesn't detract from how pretty this rare button is. Note that the eagle is looking over his left wing rather than the usual "right wing".--$450.
Excavated, coat size, droop-wing Eagle Confederate Staff Officer button. This button was recovered by Kenny Banks from General Hardee's Corps Army of Tennessee Confederate camps located near Tullahoma, Tennessee. These camps were occupied from January 3 through June 25, 1863. This button has an uncleaned, brown/green patina and is pressed inward at the crown of the button a bit. The reverse has the unmarked, Confederate local depressed channel, and the shank remains intact.--$125.
Excavated, large coat size, Confederate solid cast brass "I" (Infantry). This button was recovered about 30 years ago along Lewisburg Pike at the Battle of Franklin, Tennessee. It has never even had the dirt washed off and is an excellent example.--$150.
Very pretty, excavated, great coat size, Federal Infantry Officer's button. This button was recovered on private property here at Stones River and has never even has been washed off, but I can see gold gilt behind the dirt and in the shield around the eye. The backmark is "RMDC" (raised mark depressed channel), but is going to need to be cleaned a little to read it.--$28.
Very nice condition, April 6, 1863, issue $1 Confederate note. This note remains in very nice condition and is either uncirculated or very close to uncirculated and is serial number 48159.--$89.SOLD
Just in out of the local area, nice condition, Confederate manufactured, "Dog River", C.S. Cavalry saber and scabbard. The saber blade is just beginning to darken with age. The Confederate "Red Brass" guard remains perfectly intact as well as the wrap and single-strand iron wire on the grip. The scabbard is a classic Confederate manufactured lap seam with brass mounts. This saber without a doubt saw a lot of actual field service, because the top mount is worn almost halfway through. This excellent Confederate manufactured saber would be a fine addition to any Civil War collection.--$4,250.
Beautiful condition, yellow piping, Federal Cavalry Shell jacket. The blue color remains bright and vivid with virtually no fading at all. The yellow piping remains 100% intact, and the yellow color also remains bright and vivid. It is a size "2" as is marked in the cream white sleeve liner. All buttons remain perfectly intact. This is a Cavalry Shell jacket nice enough to be on display in any museum in the country.--$3,250.
Quite rare to find, .69 cal., Federal cartridge box marked, "H. A. Dingee - New York", with both cartridge tins remaining intact. The box remains in very nice, pliable condition with the original lead-filled US cartridge box plate intact on the face of the cartridge box. With this cartridge box is its complete, over-the-shoulder leather sling with the circular Eagle breast plate remaining perfectly intact. The sling remains complete and pliable but does have some various areas of surface flaking along its length. Complete .69 cal. cartridge box and sling rigs have become quite rare to come by.--$1,150.SOLD
Very attractive, Civil War Era, Model 2, Smith & Wesson Army revolver. This revolver is crisply marked, "Smith & Wesson - Springfield Mass", and has the very early serial number 18338. The action still works perfectly, and there are traces of original finish in recessed areas. The revolver has its original walnut grips.--$950.
Quite unique, folding scissor type, single cavity bullet mold for a .58 cal. musket ball. This mold dates 1840 - 1850 and molds a single .58 cal. musket ball. The handles of the mold are crude blacksmith forged iron, and the bowl of the mold is made of brass and shaped like an urn. This is one of the more unique bullet molds that has been brought into the shop in quite some time.--$75.SOLD
Absolutely drop-dead beautiful, excavated, circular, Federal Eagle breast plate. This excellent plate was recovered from Federal camps on private property here at Murfreesboro and is very near to "perfection". The face has crisp detail and a slick brown/green patina. The reverse has full, smooth lead and is backmarked, "W.H. Smith - Brooklyn". Both wire attachment loops remain perfectly intact. It would be very difficult to excavate a finer breast plate than this one.--$250.SOLD
Quite unique, excavated, 10 inch, blue/green, French manufactured medicine bottle. This bottle is marked, "Marque Deposee" which roughly translated means "mark registered or trademark". The bottle has what appears to be a medical symbol embossed on the side, and has an applied lip at the top. This bottle was recovered many years ago from a trash pit near to the Confederate camps along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee. We are not 100% sure of the time frame on this one but believe it to be of the Civil War Era.--$65.
Very pretty, excavated, Model 1851, cast brass, Federal Cavalry Eagle sword belt plate. This very nice buckle was recovered over 40 years ago by Mr. Ed Heck from a Federal Cavalry camp located near Fredericksburg, Virginia. The plate has crisp detail and a smooth, rich, chocolate brown patina overall. The belt keeper was recovered only about a foot from the buckle and fits perfectly.--$350.
Very pretty condition, Confederate made, Roman style short artillery sword. This sword is out of a North Georgia estate and is known to be the product of Confederate manufacturer E. J. Johnson. The blade has a smooth, brown/gray, aged patina with several blade to blade nicks and with virtually no pitting at all. The high copper content Confederate bronze guard has a beautiful, rich, aged, uncleaned patina. This sword will make an excellent addition to even an advanced Confederate display.--$1,895.
A local family just brought this one in, .32 cal., Model 1849, Colt Pocket revolver. The revolver has good action, locking firmly into half-cock and full-cock. It has barrel markings of, "Address Saml Colt - Hartford CT". The revolver has an all matching serial number (except for the wedge which is an old replacement) of 182506 which is most desirable 1859 production. It has an overall smooth, brown/gray patina with some traces of finish in the recessed areas. The cylinder retains about 50% original scene and some silver wash remains visible on the brass trigger guard. Coming out of a Middle Tennessee estate and being pre-war production makes it very likely that this revolver was Confederate carried.--$1,250.
Quite rare to find, original, Federal carbine sling over-the-shoulder belt, complete with buckle, belt tip, and carbine sling snap swivel. The belt remains solid and pliable but does have one break repaired with small staples located just behind the buckle. This would be an excellent accessory to display with your Civil War Cavalry carbines.--$750.
Absolutely beautiful condition, excavated, large coat size, Confederate block "A" button. This is a rare 25mm, CS-101A in Albert and is backmarked, "HT & B /Manchester". This button has a glossy, dark green/black patina and has the shank perfectly intact on the reverse. It was recovered near Savannah, Georgia, and has that slick, glossy, beautiful patina common to that sandy area. You are not going to find a more beautiful example.--$395.
Beautiful condition, Model 1840, Ames Non-Commissioned Officer, Federal sword and scabbard. The blade remains clean and bright with Ames on the scroll marking on one side and dated 1864 and marked "US" on the other. The leather scabbard remains complete and in very nice condition tip to tip.--$695.
.36 cal., Whitney 2nd Model, 4th type Civil War Era percussion 6-shot revolver. This revolver is out of a North Florida estate and is believed to have been Confederate carried. The metal has a smooth, aging, brown/gray patina, and the original walnut grips remain intact with six "kill notches". It is serial number 20755. The revolver shows lots of service with all edges worn and rounded, but it still displays very nicely.--$750.SOLD
1/6th plate, fully cased tintype of what appears to be two brothers. One of the brothers is in full military uniform. This image came out of a North Florida estate, and it is quite possible he could be a Confederate, but just can't say for sure. So we are pricing it as 100% Union.--$195.
Quite unusual, excavated, GAR medal for the September 5 - 10, 1898, reunion at Cincinnati, Ohio. This pin was recovered from a Civil War Era home site in Central Ohio and displays very nicely.--$38.SOLD
Indian Head token, G.C. Porter & Co. Clothing and Dry Goods, Meadville, PA. Although undated, these tokens are believed to have been issued in 1863. The token has a hole in the top where it appears to have been worn as a necklace at some point in time. This is a neat Civil War Era Pennsylvania store token.--$38.
Beautiful condition, excavated, lead-filled, circular Federal Eagle breast plate recovered over 40 years ago on private property at the Battle of Chickamauga, Georgia. The face has a beautiful, chocolate brown patina, and the reverse has full lead - both attachments loops perfectly intact, and is crisply backmarked "Boyd & Sons - Boston".--$250.
Really pretty, excavated, Richmond Arsenal style, CS two-piece saber belt plate. This buckle was dug together many years ago near Brandy Station, Virginia. It has a smooth, chocolate brown patina, nice fit, and has original body curve. This Confederate plate would be an excellent addition to any Civil War collection.--$2,850.SOLD
Absolutely beautiful condition, early "fat letter" puppy paw hook style, large size US oval waist belt plate. This beautiful buckle was recovered in 1967 by Sid Kerksis at Fussell's Mill, Virginia. Here is your chance to own a beautiful US buckle recovered by one of the pioneers of our hobby.--$350.
Quite rare battlefield pick-up, .36 cal., Remington New Model Navy revolver. This revolver was picked up near Atlanta several years after the war. The revolver shows evidence of being exposed to the elements for some time but is not completely frozen up. The cylinder will still turn, and the hammer will still move. This is the revolver that the little .36 cal. "tear drop" projectile fit. We are including a display with a tear drop bullet and also percussion caps. This will make an excellent centerpiece for an excavated artifact display.--$975.SOLD
Beautifully ornate, Savannah, Georgia, Merchants and Planters Bank $50 note. The note is only lightly circulated with beautiful graphics and bright color. It is dated June 1, 1860, and is serial number 503. This is a note so ornate that you have to look at it for some time to see all the different aspects pictured on the note.--$95.SOLD
Very nice crisp condition, $1 Augusta, GA note dated December 24, 1861, and is serial number 3639. The note has strong edges and beautiful detail and colors.--$95.SOLD
Excellent condition, Confederate, February 17, 1864, $10 note picturing the horses pulling the cannon. This is one of the most popular of all Confederate notes. This example is serial number 56952 and has crisp edges and nice strong color.--$79.
Absolutely beautiful, excavated, coat size, Federal "C" (Cavalry) Officer's button. This button has about 70% bright gold gilt, crisp detail, and almost no ground action. The backmark is "Horstmann Alien - New York", and the shank remains intact but is bent over.--$75.
Excavated, .52 cal., Spencer rifle cartridge recovered from the position of Wilder's Lightning Brigade at Hoovers Gap, Tennessee. This would be an excellent compliment to display with your Spencer rifle or carbine.--$38.SOLD
Very pretty condition Enfield saber bayonet and scabbard that fits the 2-band, Civil War Enfield rifle. This bayonet has a bright, clean blade just beginning to darken with age in a few areas. The checkered pattern, pressed leather grips remain in absolutely perfect, excellent condition. The leather scabbard is complete with no breaks, repairs, or weak spots. This saber bayonet is very nice quality and would be a fine addition to any Confederate display.--$350.
Nice condition, original, Model 1855, .58 cal., leather cartridge box complete with the original cartridge tins remaining inside. The cartridge box plate on this box is actually an early excavated cartridge box plate that was recovered about 40 years ago on private property here at Stones River and has been cleaned up for use on the box. The cartridge box plate is maker marked, "Boyd & Sons, Boston". The box remains very stable and pliable with inner flap, both iron roller buckles, both belt loops, and original cartridge tins all remaining intact. This is a very nice box that would be a quality addition to any Civil War collection.--$495.SOLD
Beautiful condition original "Carbon Studio" albumin of Confederate General P. G. T. Beauregard. The image measures 4" by 6" and was published by "M. Miley and Son - Lexington, VA (Michael Miley)." It remains in absolutely perfect condition.--$295.
1840 - 1850 era powder horn of the type carried off to war by many young Confederates in 1861. This one is 8 1/2 inches in length and still has remnants of the Civil War Era leather strap hanging from it.--$75.SOLD
Just in out of a local estate, beautifully patinaed, 8 inch, pewter clamshell pattern powder flask. Many young Confederates carried flasks of this type off to the Civil War in 1861. We very commonly recover portions of this type flask in early Confederate camps in this area. This will be a very nice addition to someone's Confederate relics display.--$65.SOLD
Excavated, arrow hook pattern, lead-filled, large size US oval waist belt plate. This buckle was recovered by Butch Mayes on private property at the Battle of Franklin, Tennessee. Butch cleaned the face of the plate up some, and for a number of years, wore this plate on his relic hunting digging belt. The plate remains solid as can be and could easily still be worn today.--$195.SOLD
Excellent condition, excavated, circular, Federal Eagle breast plate. This beautiful plate was recovered about 40 years ago on private property near Chickamauga, Georgia. It has a smooth, chocolate brown patina on the face with full lead and both attachment loops intact on the reverse.--$195.SOLD
Civil War Era, leather shot flask with the brass measuring device still intact. I have excavated a number of the brass measuring devices from 1861 - 1862 Confederate camp sites.--$65.
Very attractive, excavated, early 1840's era, "puppy-paw" hook, lead filled, large size, US oval waist belt plate. This buckle was recovered over 40 years ago from a Federal Infantry camp just north of Fredericksburg, VA. The plate was discarded because one of the puppy-paw hooks broke off. It otherwise remains complete and perfect enough to wear today.--$275.
Very pretty and extremely rare, excavated, large size, "OVM" (Ohio Volunteer Militia) waist belt plate. This buckle was recovered over 30 years ago on private property at Shiloh. When recovered, the outside rim had some weak areas which have been professionally stabilized for the long term preservation of the buckle. It displays beautifully and has all three attachment hooks intact on the reverse.--$1,450.
Very attractive condition, Model 1840, Ames production, N.C.O. (Non-commissioned officer) sword and original leather scabbard. The sword has blade markings of "Ames Mfg. Co. - U.S. - 1862". The original brass guard remains in excellent condition just beginning to tone with age. The leather scabbard is complete with brass throat and drag intact. There is a little black tape around the scabbard where the brass drag meets helping to support the weak area where the brass drag attaches to the leather scabbard. Both the sword and scabbard remain in overall nice condition.--$595.
Just in and straight out of a local Tennessee estate, this is a family hand-me-down, Model 1863, type 2, .58 cal., Springfield 3-band percussion rifled musket. Many collectors feel the .58 cal. Springfield musket to be the most representative firearm of the American Civil War. This example has a beautiful, gently aging, gray/brown patina overall with lockplate markings of, "1864 - US - Springfield and the American Eagle". The barrel has nice, clear proof marks and a faint matching 1864 date. The musket retains decent rifling, but the bore is very dirty. The barrel, although dirty, is clear, and you can blow air through the barrel and out the nipple. The stock has numerous small dings and marks from service but remains complete with pretty color and faintly visible inspector marks. This is about as close to a classic American Civil War firearm as you can possibly get.--$1,450.
Very attractive, .58 cal., Springfield (or any of the contracts), triangular socket bayonet. The bayonet has a gently toning brown/gray patina and a visible "US" marking. This would be a perfect compliment for your .58 cal., Model 1855 - Model 1861, or Model 1863, 3-band percussion musket.--$225.SOLD
Extremely ornate, 1860, Bank of the State of South Carolina note with beautiful graphics typical of life in Charleston around 1860. The note is circulated but remains complete and sound. This note would make a fine addition to any Civil War display.--$65.
Hand blacksmith crafted, Confederate Cavalry carbine crafted from a Model 1861, .58 cal., 3-band Federal musket. This carbine has better craftsmanship than most that come in. The blacksmith relocated the front site back to a carbine position and also installed a block rear site. We are including with this carbine a small display with a correct projectile and a couple of percussion caps. Even the ramrod on this weapon is blacksmith crafted. It shows scars, dings, and marks from many campaigns and is out of a North Georgia estate..--$695.SOLD
Very pretty condition, excavated, large size US oval, puppy paw hook pattern that was apparently being used as a cartridge box plate as it remains on a large section of cartridge box leather flap just as found. This was recovered by Mr. Ed Heck about 40 years ago from a Federal camp located near Fredericksburg, Virginia. This is an excellent example of some of the incredible artifacts recovered 40 - 50 years ago that are impossible to recover now.--$350.
Very attractive, Model 1864, .58 cal., Federal leather cartridge box. The box remains pliable and is maker marked, "W. H. Wilkinson - Maker - Springfield Mass." Both iron buckles and both belt loops remain intact on the box. The small leather closure tab is broken where it snaps over the brass finial. There are not cartridge tins remaining inside. This box has an excellent display appearance.--$295.
Small display consisting of an excellent condition, non-excavated, stamped brass, "Jeff Davis" or "Hardee" Federal hatpin. Stamped brass Hardee hatpins are almost paper thin and very difficult to recover intact after 150+ years. With the non-excavated Hardee pin, we are including in the display fragments of a battlefield recovered Hardee pin from here at Stones River.--$95. for the display.SOLD
Very attractive, circulated February 17, 1864, Confederate $10 horses pulling the cannon note. This note clearly shows circulation but remains complete and very sound. The lady who was cutting the note apparently had a rough previous night and got portions of three adjoining notes with this note. It is a very early serial number of 900.--$65.
Extremely RARE 2nd Model Kenansville, NC Confederate Manufacture Cavalry saber and scabbard. This is out of a local estate, and without question saw lots of actual field service. The blade has a smooth brown/grey patina with typical unstopped fuller. The Southern high copper content brass guard remains in excellent condition with a rich - never cleaned bronze brown patina. The Confederate cavalryman's initials "W. M." are nicely carved with a pin-knife into the back face of the saber's guard. The leather grip on the saber was down to wood and has been beautifully, and professionally restored. The saber remains in its original scabbard, but the scabbard was damaged below the second ring. The scabbard also has been restored and displays beautifully now. Here is a really cool Confederate Kenansville Cavalry saber with the soldier's initials at a price less than you often see a standard Confederate Dog River cavalry saber.--$3,950. (Not a typo. - REALLY -- $3,950.)SOLD
Absolutely drop-dead beautiful, excavated, "Army of Tennessee" pattern, cast brass, CS round corner waist belt plate. This gorgeous buckle was recovered nearly 40 years ago in North Alabama from the camp of Roddy's 4th Alabama Cavalry. The buckle has a reflective, olive green patina with lots of original black enamel still present in the background. All three hooks remain present on the reverse, and it has very slight spin marks from the lathe that cleaned debris from around the three hooks. It would be very difficult to recover a more beautiful Army of Tennessee than this one.--$3,850.SOLD
Very nice condition, 8 inch x 10 inch, 2-page letter written by Joshua S. Ramsdell of the MA 29th Infantry. This letter was written December of 1861 from the United States General Hospital at Fortress Monroe, Virginia. Joshua is writing his mother from the hospital informing her that he has been very sick for over two months but is now improving and hopes to be allowed to go home before too long. He compliments the hospital care that he has received, but has bad bed sores on his back sides, and one has an abscess. He says when he first got to the hospital he was so weak that he could not write nor even read his letters. Joshua says, "After I got so I could read the letters I had received, I took a great pleasure in reading them, but it would still be greater pleasure if I could have found one from mother, but there was none there. I hope you will answer this but you must not if you are too feeble." This letter was written in December, and Joshua was eventually released for disability to go home September 26, 1862. This is an excellent letter clearly describing medical hardships of the Civil War faced by both Union and Confederate soldiers.--$65.
Quite rare, large 1/4th plate fully cased tintype of a standing Federal Infantry Private wearing his Enlistedman's 9-button frock coat, US belt rig with both capbox and cartridge box visible as well as his musket and bayonet to the side. The soldier has a rare, .69 cal., Model 1842, 3-band percussion musket standing in front of him. The image is taken in front of a patriotic backdrop showing tents and a flying American flag. The image is housed in a full floral gutta percha case with a green velvet pad. It is images like this one that you normally see in Civil War museums.--$395.
Very nice condition and quite rare, September 1, 1862, Bank of Chattanooga 50 cent note (PAYABLE IN CONFEDERATE TREASURY NOTES WHEN PRESENTED IN SUMS OF 5 DOLLARS AND UPWARDS). The note shows clear evidence of circulation but remains complete and very sound. I have very few Bank of Chattanooga notes backed in Confederate funds come into the shop.--$69.SOLD
Very attractive, February 17, 1864, issue of the Lucy Pickens $100 Confederate note. This note is serial number 72062. Apparently the ladies that sat and signed and cut Confederate notes all day long every day had grown weary, because this one has a quite uneven angular cut. If I had to sit, sign, and cut Confederate notes all day long every day, I'm certain mine would be more uneven than this one is.--$110.
Very intricately made, 1830 - 1840 era Presentation Dirk. The Dirk has a faintly engraved Presentation to Joseph Kimmery down the silver scabbard. It has ornate silver fittings, a polished horn handle, and a silver scabbard. This is a well manufactured, high grade, pre-Civil War Dirk.--$850.
Beautiful condition, Model 1864, .58 cal., leather Federal cartridge box. The box is "R. Nece" maker marked and also has a bold US Ordnance Dept. cartouche. Inside this cartridge box is a single cartridge tin and a wooden block custom made to hold .52 cal. Spencer cartridges. It is very likely that whatever soldier had this cartridge box started out with a .58 cal., 3-band, percussion, rifled musket and at some point got the opportunity to upgrade to a 7-shot Spencer rifle or carbine. We are including a Spencer cartridge recovered from Wilder's Lightning Brigade position at Hoover's Gap for display with the cartridge box.--$475.SOLD
It is always a good thing as a collector when you can say, "I have a buckle like the one on page such and such in the reference book," BUT IT IS A MUCH BETTER THING TO BE ABLE TO SAY, "I have the actual buckle pictured in the reference book." This particular excavated, thinner Tennessee style, cast brass rectangular CSA was recovered many years ago from one of General Longstreet's Confederate camps at Graysville, Georgia, occupied just prior to the Battle of Chickamauga. This is the actual plate pictured on page 192 in Charlie Harris's Civil War Relics of the Western Campaigns. The buckle has a slick, chocolate brown patina and has two of the three original attachment hooks remaining intact on the reverse. This is a beautiful artifact, and being actually the example pictured in the reference book, will make a fine addition to someone's Confederate artifact collection.--$2,950.SOLD
SUPER - SUPER RARE, BULLET-STRUCK, LARGE SIZE OVM WAIST BELT PLATE. This is the pattern OVM waist belt plate that was issued in a set with the beautiful Ohio breast plate. This beautiful plate has a brown/green patina on the face and a clear, obvious bullet strike at the base of the plate. This extremely rare buckle was recovered on private property at Shiloh many years ago. It has full lead in the reverse, and all three attachment hooks remain intact. This beautiful Ohio waist belt plate is not only the rarest pattern OVM, but also bullet-struck and from a very famous battle. It just does not get much better than that.--$2,450.SOLD
Very scarce, excavated, wreath portion of a rare Leech & Rigdon "O8" pattern, two piece sword belt plate. This wreath is correct for the tongue with a 2 inch outside-to-outside belt loop and for a 1 3/4 inch belt. This buckle was recovered from an 1863 Army of Tennessee camp located near Tyner's Station in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Pictured above is a complete Leech and Rigdon "of the pattern that this wreath is correct for". When this wreath was recovered, the outside belt loop had a break which is no doubt why the wreath was discarded. We have had the break in the belt loop professionally restored, and you cannot even find where it was. If you have the correct tongue, this will finish out a beautiful Leech and Rigdon two piece sword belt plate.--$795.
Non-excavated, early "fat letter" pattern, large size, lead-filled US oval cartridge box plate. This plate has been cleaned up a bit, but some dark patina remains in recessed areas. The reverse has full lead, and the wire attachment loops are 2 3/4 inches apart. I have most often encountered this early pattern US cartridge box plate on early .69 cal. cartridge boxes.--$250.
Original 1840 -1850 era, pewter, 7 1/2 inch powder flask. This is the exact type powder flask carried by many young Confederates as they left home for the Civil War in 1861. We frequently recover evidences of them in early 1861 Confederate Infantry camp sites. It will make a nice addition to someone's early war Confederate display.--$65.SOLD
Excellent condition, original, long pattern, .58 cal., Civil War musket bullet worm. The bullet worm was screwed onto the back end of the ramrod to remove bullets from the musket barrel. This would be an excellent accessory to display with your .58 cal. Civil War musket.--$48.SOLD
Very attractive, "Haiman" style, Confederate manufactured, Cavalry saber and scabbard. The blade remains in nice condition, just beginning to turn brown/gray with age. The high copper content brass guard remains in perfect condition with a rich, never cleaned, bronze patina. The grip retains 80% - 90% original brown leather wrap and has fragments of the single strand iron wire. The Confederate manufactured, brass mounted, lap seam scabbard remains in excellent condition showing extensive wear with the upper ring mount worn within 1/32 of an inch being worn all the way through. This is a beautiful and historic Confederate artifact that has spent extensive time in the saddle.--$4,250.
Quite rare, $50 Treasury Warrant from the State of Texas. This $50 note was authorized December 15, 1863, but wasn't actually produced until January 26, 1865. Every Texas collection should have at least one "Texas Treasury Warrant" note.--$89.
Extremely rare and excellent condition hand blacksmith crafted Confederate artillery Short Sword. The sword appears to be made from a buggy spring or a large rasp. It has an "S" shaped cross guard and has its original walnut grip. This is out of a local estate and is completely uncleaned - untouched - and is 23 inches in overall length. It is MANY times rarer than a Southern hand crafted bowie knife. Here is your chance to own a Confederate Blade that MOST (even advanced) collections are missing.--$1,850.
Very pretty, T64, Confederate States of America $500 note picturing Stonewall Jackson and dated February 17, 1864. This note has good color and remains crisp and strong but does show mild evidence of circulation. It is serial number 25739. I have recently seen this note priced at well over $1,000. This is a very nice example and reasonably priced.--$595.
Very nice condition, Model 1832, Roman style, Federal Artillery short sword, complete in original black leather scabbard. The sword has a clean blade marked, "N. P. Ames - Cabotville - 1847". On the reverse is, "US - SK". The leather scabbard is one of the nicest that I have seen in ages with smooth, uncleaned, brass throat and drag, and the leather scabbard body remains complete with no flaking, breaks, or weak spots.--$1,250. for the sword and scabbard alone. We also have the correct, white buff, double circular disc, Model 1832, short sword belt rig (pictured below) complete with the cradle for the sword. The belt is faintly "Dingee" maker marked. This is an extremely rare complete belt rig to find.--$1,250. for belt rig only. If you would like both the Artillery sword and the belt rig,--$2,450. for both.-SOLD
Fresh out of a Central Ohio estate sale, .58 cal., Model 1863, type 2, Springfield, 3-band, percussion rifled musket. This musket has a smooth, uncleaned, attic brown patina from tip to tip. The lockplate is marked, "1863 - US - Springfield". The long range site, original ramrod, and both sling swivels remain intact. The .58 cal. Springfield rifled musket is considered by many to be the most representative, classic weapon of the American Civil War. This example has good action and locks firmly into both half-cock and full-cock. Both inspector marks on the walnut stock remain deep and clear. Lots of original bore remains but is very dirty having never been cleaned apparently since the Civil War. (We at first thought that it was still loaded, but it turned out to be full of old paper and rust.) Long ago someone used a file to remove some of the "Flash" from the area around the nipple, and in the process removed the barrel proof markings in that same area. If you would like to have a single musket from the Civil War, the classic .58 cal. Springfield is always a great choice, and this example has a very attractive 150-year-old aged brown patina over all.--$1,450.
Drop dead beautiful archivally framed collection of "U.C.V." (United Confederate Veteran) badges and ribbons. The "Shining Star" in this collection is of course the 1901 Gen. N. B. Forrest - 11th Reunion - Memphis, TN. This RARE badge/ribbon alone often approaches $600. to $900. There is also a 1902 Dallas, TX. -- a 1900 Louisville, KY. -- 1904 Nashville, TN. - 1903 New Orleans, LA. - 1895 Petersburg, VA. - and a "Star" which is probably Texas. The frame job is First Class with light filtering glass, and acid free matting.--$1,650. for the entire collection !!
Very rare original Civil War era C.D.V. of Confederate Gen. J. E. B. Stuart.--$225.SOLD
NOW THIS IS COOL !! EXCAVATED .36 cal. single shot - bar hammer boot pistol. This was recovered many years ago in a Confederate camp here at Stones River. My friend, who recovered this little pistol, hand carved some walnut grips to go back on it, and they look really good. He was able to get the trigger and bar hammer freed up to work once again. Not very expensive, but one very nice excavated Civil War weapon !!--$350.
Quite rare, excavated, "Baby size", Confederate forked tongue frame waist belt plate. This rare size Confederate frame buckle was recovered from an 1863 Confederate Cavalry winter campsite here in Middle Tennessee. When recovered, the plate had a break in the outside frame which was no doubt why the plate was discarded. This break has been professionally restored, and you cannot even find where it was. Very few collections have an example of this rare size Confederate frame buckle.--$895.
Complete, excavated, regulation Federal Cavalry bit with both cast-brass US rosettes remaining intact. This Cavalry bit was recovered about 30 years ago from a trash pit in "Camp Stanley" which was the 1862 - 1863 Federal winter Cavalry camp here in Murfreesboro following the Battle of Stones River. The bit remains exactly as it was recovered and can be cleaned to a collector's personal taste. This is an excellent artifact rarely recovered complete.--$195.
Very attractive condition, small leather Federal percussion cap pouch. This pouch has both belt loops, brass finial, closure tab, and inner flap all remaining intact AS WELL AS original wool and numerous original percussion caps still inside. The box is clearly maker marked, "E. GAYLORD - CHICOPEE MASS".--$195.
Very nice condition, Civil War Era, folding leather CDV photo album. This album contains twenty CDV's with about six or seven being Civil War military. It will make a very nice addition to someone's Civil War display.--$350.
Beautifully written Confederate letter, written April 17, 1864, from camp near Brandy Station, Virginia. The letter is from N. J. Walker back home to his brothers and sisters. The letter generally contains camp news and the belief that another campaign will soon begin. N. J. Walker was an officer with the 9th Louisiana Infantry. His handwriting is in ink, and not only legible, but near calligraphy. This letter was apparently on display in a museum at some point, and we are including the museum grade holder with the letter.--$150.SOLD
Absolutely beautiful, excavated, lead-filled, circular, Federal Eagle breast plate. This plate was recovered here at the Battle of Stones River over 40 years ago. It remains exactly as it was recovered and has never even been washed off. It has brown/green wood mulch still on the face with nice detail and full lead on the reverse with both attachment hooks remaining perfectly intact. This is an excellent example of how much nicer quality recovered plates were 50 years ago.--$225.
Very cool, Army of Tennessee Confederate letter written September 14, 1863. The essence of this letter is that General Bragg has bypassed a Company Commander elected by the men of the regiment for promotion to Command of the Regiment and instead appointed a Regimental Commander of his own choosing. This person is threatening to resign because of the matter, and his friend is imploring him to remain steadfast, because he says, "General Bragg cannot last forever. He is too complete a failure. Hold on quietly. Do your duty and all will be well." This is a Confederate letter full of mystery and GREAT research potential.--$125.SOLD
Just brought in today by a local family whose ancestor carried this piece. This is a hand-crafted, tiny hawk-bill knife made from what appears to be a file with a tiny stag case. The soldier even included a tiny screwdriver on the knife. This would make a very nice addition to any soldier's personal items display.--$75.SOLD
Very nicely written letter by Lt. Andrew Knox of the 1st CT Heavy Artillery. The letter was written December 11, 1864, from "before Petersburg, VA". In this letter home, Lt. Knox is expressing how tremendously he is missing home and his wife and cannot wait for it to all be over. This is a classic, two-page, late war Civil War letter by a soldier who is worn to a frazzle and ready to be home.--$55.SOLD
Group of 2 Civil War cannon friction primers found along the Stone wall at the Battle of Nashville, TN. One was broken when found and is restored.--$65. for both primers and glass case.
Very nice condition, .36 cal., single-shot, Civil War Era, percussion boot pistol. Many Civil War officers and enlistedmen carried pistols of this type as a last line of defense, usually stuck inside a vest pocket or boot. This example locks firmly into both half-cock and full-cock and has original walnut grips in very nice condition. We are including a small display containing an original percussion cap and a battlefield recovered, .36 cal. pistol ball.--$350.(Below is the correct bullet mold for this boot pistol.)
Excellent condition, small cast brass, folding double cavity pistol ball mold for the .28 cal. boot pistol. The mold still works perfectly, and we have inserted two small pistol balls for display.--$65.
Absolutely beautiful, free standing, 9 foot in length and 4 1/2 feet in height, antique display case with walnut trim and four sliding doors in the reverse. This case remains in beautiful condition and is out of the private museum of my lifelong collecting buddy - Sonny Collins, who recently passed. This case is currently available for the give away price of $750, but must be picked up at Sonny's home just north of Nashville, Tennessee. There are also a couple of smaller size antique display cases as well that could be additionally purchased if interested. Please get in touch with me if you are interested in purchasing this case, and I will assist you in contacting the family.
Just brought in today, fresh out of a Murray County estate, this is an untouched, second model, Confederate manufactured Kenansville Cavalry saber. This is the saber only without scabbard. The blade has a smooth, unpitted, brown/gray patina, and the brass guard and distinctive style pommel cap remain in perfect condition. The grip is worn to polished wood, much like a staircase railing. The brass guard has the Roman Numeral "XLV" which is a classic trait of Kenansville sabers. This is an untouched saber from a rare Confederate maker that would be a fine addition to any Confederate Cavalry display.--$2,150.SOLD
This is about as absolute, drop dead, mint perfect, excavated, large size, US cartridge box plate that you could ever hope to recover. It was recovered on private property near Chickamauga, Georgia, over 40 years ago. It has super crisp detail on the face and a chocolate brown patina that is as slick as a baby's butt. The reverse has full, smooth lead, and both attachment loops, not only intact, but strong enough to put on a cartridge box today.--$225.
Really pretty Model 1855 Federal regulation issue .58 cal. leather cartridge box complete with original U.S. cartridge boxplate, and the original cartridge tins intact inside. In addition this is the scarce U.S. cartridge box with the "U.S." stamped into the outside flap just under the brass cartridge boxplate. You will never need to upgrade this one.--$575.
Model 1861, "Special Model", Colt, .58 cal., 3-band, rifled musket. This musket has an overall uncleaned, chocolate brown patina. The lockplate is marked, "1863 - Colt's PT - F A MFG Co - Hartford CT". The action still works well with a good strong main spring. The original walnut stock remains in good condition with one wood chip repaired with tacks behind the nipple area. This is a good, honest, mid-war Colt musket that has clearly seen lots of service. The bore is dirty, but you can feel faint rifling remaining. The musket is a very nice example of a classic Civil War musket that "saw the elephant".--$895.SOLD
Very attractive condition, .54 cal., Model 1816, flintlock, Federal military horse pistol that has been converted to percussion by Baker of North Carolina for Confederate usage. The pistol is marked, "A. H. Waters & Co - Milbury Mass". The date and US markings have been intentionally removed. The action still works perfectly, but the top of the nipple is broken off and needs to be replaced. This will make a very nice - yet inexpensive addition to someone's Confederate artifact display.--$625.
Beautiful non-excavated Coat size Confederate CS-5 Staff Officer's button. It has a beautiful, rich, aged bronze patina with gold gilt in the recessed areas. The button has original shank intact - and is backmarked "Treble Gilt - Extra Rich". You just won't see a prettier example.--$250.SOLD
Excellent condition, non-excavated, medium size, 19 mm, CS-5, Confederate Droop Wing Staff Officer's button. This button has excellent detail and near 100% bright gold gilt on the face. The reverse is backmarked, "Rivited & Soldered", and the shank remains perfectly intact. This is a backmark that you do not often see.--$195.
Drop dead gorgeous excavated Federal circular eagle breastplate. This stunning plate was recovered over 40 years ago on private property near Chickamauga, GA. It has crisp detail - a smooth chocolate brown patina - full lead - and both wire loops intact on the reverse. I don't think that you could recover any nicer.--$225.
Smokingly beautiful display of two excavated "08" variety of the Leech and Rigdon, Western Theater manufactured, Confederate CS tongue and wreath sword belt buckles. One of the buckles has the medium size belt loops (1 7/8") and was recovered over 30 years ago from Ft. Donelson by Otis Brown of Paris, Tennessee. The other (buckle on left) Leech and Rigdon CS two piece buckle is the very rare "tall loop" variety with 2" belt loops and was recovered just this past year by L. R. Hen (now deceased) from the Camp of Roddy's Alabama Cavalry located near Unionville and Chapel Hill, Tennessee. This is a fantastic display of two beautiful Leech and Rigdon CS sword belt plates, one from an 1862 site and one from an 1863 site.--$5,850. FOR THE ENTIRE DISPLAY AND BOTH PLATES
Very attractive, Model 1840, heavy Cavalry saber and scabbard. These are often referred to as "The Old Wristbreaker" because of how heavy they were. This example is out of the local area and was almost certainly Confederate carried. The blade remains clean with no rusting and has some residue of having been lightly plated at some point. Most of the plating is worn away. The blade is marked with the "Rooster" which is one of the German maker hallmarks. The cast brass guard remains in very nice condition and has a rich, aged, brown patina. The original leather grip had deteriorated away, and the grip has been professionally restored. The scabbard remains intact with a thick, brown, never-cleaned, aged patina. The Model 1840 heavy Cavalry saber was a favorite among Forrest's Confederate Cavalry, and Forrest himself carried one at one time. I have a portrait of General N. B. Forrest and a saber identical to this one hanging underneath it on my own mantle.--$750.
Very pretty, excavated, cast brass Officer's Model 1851 sword belt plate with integrally cast Eagle and Wreaths. This buckle was recovered about 30 years ago by one of my lifetime hunting buddies -- Ronnie Web. Ronnie recovered this plate from a Federal Cavalry camp located near a spring just west of Triune, Tennessee. The buckle is missing the end portion of the keeper hook, but enough of the hook remains for the keeper to hook into. There are at this very minute million dollor homes being built exactly where this buckle was recovered.--$375.
This "U.S." buckle is definitely a novelty. It was recovered near Chattanooga, TN. many years ago, and clearly has some "Soldier Art" carved into the back side of the buckle. My question to you guys is "What do you see?" I personally think that there is some Porn going on, but I'm not 100% sure what I'm seeing !!! A little help please - What do you guys see !!-- $275. (whatever you see !!)SOLD
Relic condition, Model 1836, single-shot, .54 cal., military pistol originally produced in flintlock having what appears to be a Confederate conversion to percussion for Civil War use. This ancient handgun could tell many stories and almost certainly saw CS service. We are pricing it at literally what an excavated example would sell for.--$525.
Very nice condition, drum style, Confederate tin canteen fresh out of a North Georgia estate. The canteen has an old painting on one side, "Civil War Canteen used in Georgia". The canteen still has its Civil War Era leather sling and also wooden stopper.--$795.SOLD
Fresh in out of the local area, Model 1862, 5-shot, .36 cal., fluted cylinder Colt Police with the very desirable 6 inch barrel. This Police has a smooth, brown patina overall and is serial number 35406. The revolver comes with a very nice condition, Confederate hand made holster. This is a very typical rig to what was often carried by a Confederate Cavalry trooper, consisting of a Colt manufactured revolver in a CS manufactured holster. This is going to make a very nice addition to someone's Confederate collection.--$1,650.
Absolutely beautiful excavated "08" Pattern Leech and Rigdon C.S. 2-piece Confederate waist belt plate. This rare Confederate buckle was recovered by Mr. Otis Brown about 50 years ago from a Confederate camp on private property near Fort Donelson. I purchased Otis's collection in the late 1970s and this plate was a part of his collection. It will make a quality addition to any Civil War collection or display.--$2,950.SOLD
Extremely rare to come by, beautiful condition, non-excavated, gilted, small size, stamped brass, Federal Artillery Officer's, false embroidered crossed cannons hat pin. This is one that you rarely see and could not be in more perfect condition.--$275.SOLD
Very nice condition, quite rare, cast brass folding "scissor" type bullet mold for a .36 cal. "SUGAR LOAF" pistol projectile. I have only recovered rare Sugar Loaf projectiles from Confederate campsites.--$175.
Absolutely as pretty as they get, excavated, large oval, lead-filled "VMM" (Volunteer Maine Militia) cartridge box plate. This excellent plate was recovered during the early 1970's from the Maine Troop camps located near Port Hudson, LA. This example has full lead and 1 1/2 of the wire attachment loops remaining intact. The face of this plate has a slick, reflective, chocolate brown patina with detail as crisp as the day it was issued.--$1,250.
Excavated, coat size, Georgia State Seal Confederate uniform button. This button was recovered over 30 years ago from Ringgold Gap, Georgia. It has a smooth, chocolate brown patina with a little gold gilt remaining in recessed areas. It has the shank intact on the reverse with a "Waterbury Scovill" backmark. This button is solid as a rock.--$250.
Very pretty excavated "Egg Shaped" CS oval waist belt plate. This rare Confederate plate was recovered by Wayne Williams from an 1863 Army Of Tennessee Confederate camp located at Tyner's Station (Chattanooga), TN. Wayne recovered this plate in 1994 (26 years ago) near a large spring that appeared to be the camp's source of water. This buckle has a dark chocolate uncleaned patina and the "C.S." letters stand out considerably more bold and clear than is typically the case with this style Confederate buckle. The original iron "frog hooks" remain intact with the buckle, and this is seldom the case. Confederates had the ability to make these buckles in the field, and made a good many of these "Egg Shaped" C.S. plates in the field as the Confederate Army moved. It has been ages since anyone around here found one of these this nice. This is going to be a quality addition to someone's Confederate display.--$1,650.SOLD
Early battlefield recovery, 3 inch Hotchkiss case shot nose. The shell is clean with three flame grooves, and the brass time fuse adaptor remains intact. The shell has been disarmed and is ready for display. (You can shake the shell and hear the case shot balls rattle around inside !!)--$120.SOLD
Absolutely unissued, mint perfect condition, large lead-filled oval US on original brown buff leather belt with brass keeper remaining perfectly intact. This buff US belt rig was literally no more perfect in the 1860's than it remains today. It would be very hard to improve upon this US belt and buckle.--$650.
Very rare and extremely ornate, original, uncut 4-note sheet of $10 notes from the Canal Bank of New Orleans. These notes are serial number 2816a,b,c,&d. The notes are dated 1846 and are from the era of beautiful, ornate graphics. There are a couple of areas that have been restored due to holes resulting from the old brown ink decaying the paper. This set of New Orleans notes is going to frame up incredibly, and for a super reasonable price. (This is less than $35 per note.)--$135.for the entire uncut sheet of notes. - SOLD
Nice, clean, Model 1855, .58 cal., Springfield or contract, triangular, socket bayonet. This bayonet is correct for the Model 1855 Springfield - the Model 1861 Springfield - and the Model 1863 Springfield and contracts. If you have one of these .58 cal. muskets, here is the bayonet to complete it.--$195.
Excavated, Federal, Infantry Bugle stamped brass hatpin. This hatpin was recovered many years ago just down the street from the shop near what is known as the "Rock Quarry". The pin has a smooth, chocolate brown patina, and both attachment loops are intact on the reverse. The small bugle mouthpiece was "as usual" broken and has been restored. There have been only a handful of these recovered over the years at the Battle of Stones River.--$125.
Very attractive, excavated group of Enfield related items recovered from Confederate Army of Tennessee camps along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee. The display includes two Enfield nipple protectors with chain, one complete brass Enfield tompion, one drop Confederate mold, .577 cal. Enfield bullet, and one excellent condition and quite rare Isaac Campbell Confederate knapsack hook. Entire display in a glass display case.--$150.
Excavated group of Confederate artifacts recovered from General Manigault's South Carolina Brigade camps located near Shelbyville, Tennessee. The display includes an excavated, coat size, South Carolina State Seal button, a Confederate cap box lead finial, a Confederate manufactured brass scabbard tip, and a brass back from a Confederate local button. All in a glass display case.--$125. for all
Very nice condition, original Model 1855, Federal .58 cal., leather cartridge box. The box remains pliable with both roller buckles, both belt loops, closure tab, both cartridge tins, and lead-filled US cartridge box plate all remaining intact. The box has strong stitches throughout and will be a very nice addition to someone's Civil War collection.--$595.
Quite rare, 1862 date, State of Arkansas Treasury Warrant. The note is serial number 137438. This scarce note is only lightly circulated, is dated July 22, 1862, and has the Arkansas State Seal in the center of the note.--$175.
Very ornate, March of 1863, $5 State of Louisiana mid-Civil War note. I am unsure of the meaning of the graphics in the center of the note, but it appears to be a warrior with his foot on an Eagle's neck, holding the Eagle down, with a drawn sword about to run through a young lady on the ground. This note was issued out of Shreveport, Louisiana, on March 10, 1863.--$75.
Beautiful graphics and in near uncirculated condition, 1860 date $5 note from the State Bank of South Carolina. This South Carolina note will add a touch of color and ornateness to your collection.--$85.
Beautiful condition, lightly circulated, 1862 date, State of Virginia $10 note. This is an extremely ornate note dated October 15, 1862.--$75.
Civil War era single barrel percussion shotgun gunsmith made from a .69 cal. Model 1842 3-band infantry musket. During the Civil War these long regulation infantry weapons were cut down for use by the Southern Cavalry, and were loaded with buck and ball or straight buck. After the Civil War these same weapons were used for hunting game to help feed the family. These old Southern weapons carry a ton of history.--$695.
Very attractive, heavy solid cast brass, Confederate Cavalry spur that was recovered many years ago from a Confederate Cavalry camp located in Orange County, VA. This style Confederate spur is believed to have originated from a small foundry located at Richmond Virginia. Interestingly, we recovered an exact matching spur from an August 1863 Confederate Cavalry camp here in Middle Tennessee. This particular spur was discarded, because one of the legs broke. Both pieces were present when found, and the broken leg has been epoxied back into place. This will make a very nice addition to any Confederate Cavalry display.--$150.
Beautiful pair of Civil War CDVs out of a Virginia estate that we believe to be two related Virginia Confederates based on the sleave rank insignia and the location that they came from. The photographer is "J. T. WILHELM" and I have not been able to find out a thing about him. Both images at a good price.--$375. for the PAIR-SOLD
Very pretty GAR grouping out of Crawford County, Illinois. This grouping consists of a GAR pin remaining in perfect condition, a ribbon for the 1911, 31st Annual Reunion of the Crawford County Veteran Association, and a CDV of the owner wearing a GAR hat. We unfortunately do not know the soldier's name, but this is a really nice, out of the bushes, GAR grouping.--$55. for all.
Beautiful condition, excavated, coat size, Confederate solid cast pewter "I". This beautiful button was recovered from a Confederate Infantry camp on private property near Fredericksburg, VA.--$165.SOLD
Excellent condition, excavated, .50 cal., very rare POINT NOSE Maynard Carbine cartridge. This cartridge was recovered from the position of Wilson's Cavalry along Granny White Pike at the Battle of Nashville, TN. It has been my experience that you recover about 25 - 30 FLAT TOP Maynard cartridge for every one POINT NOSE cartridge.--$79.SOLD
REALLY nice grouping of three quite rare excavated complete Civil War cartridges. (1) Excavated very nice condition .52 cal. Spencer Carbine cartridge (2) Excavated .58 cal. Minie with complete "skin" cartridge, and (3) Very Nice excavated 12 mm drop French Pinfire cartridge.--$95. For The Set Of 3.
Very scarce display containing six rare type dropped Confederate projectiles. The grouping consists of 1) long pattern, cone base, .69 caliber, Atlanta Arsenal Towers projectile whittled by soldier on one side, but remains perfect for display on the other. 2) Nice drop, .69 cal., 3-ring, Belgian Minie. This projectile was recovered from Army of Tennessee camps near Dalton, GA.. 3) Nice drop, .58 cal., "blob-top", field mold, Confederate Minie. This projectile was recovered from Confederate camps along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee. 4) Beautiful drop, .69 cal., Italian Carcano projectile recovered from a North Carolina camp near Browns Gap, Virginia. 5) Nice drop, .69 cal., triangle base, French Minie recovered from the Confederate line on private property here at Stones River. 6) Very rare, .58 cal., 2-ring German Shul projectile. This projectile was recovered from the camp of the 1st Confederate Cavalry, CSA, near Unionville, Tennessee. This is a fine selection of very scarce Confederate projectiles.--$195. for all.
Quite a unique find, original, excavated Enfield musket tompion with much of the original cork still intact up inside the tompion. Very neat relic presented in a glass Riker display case.--$25.
Very attractive, Model 1850, Federal Foot Officer's sword and original, metal scabbard. The sword has crisp, visible, Union engraving on the blade top to bottom. The sword is a "Solingen" marked import manufactured under Federal contract. The grip has original sharkskin and original wire. The metal scabbard has a smooth, brown, aged patina and a couple of normal small service dings. The brass drag has a rich, dark, never cleaned patina and is mounted "upside-down" to the way it usually is. If you like a nice, honest sword that clearly saw service and has not been cleaned, you will enjoy this one.--$1,150.
Fresh in out of an Ohio attic, Model 1863, type 1, .58 cal., 3-band, percussion, Springfield rifled musket. This musket has a smooth, never cleaned, chocolate brown patina tip to tip with lockplate markings of, "US - Springfield - 1863". The action still works perfectly and is considered by many to be the classic longarm of the American Civil War.--$1,450.
Beautiful, gilted, excavated, New York State Seal coat and cuff staff buttons. Both buttons are beautifully gilted with shanks intact on the reverse. They were recovered from New York camps on private property in and around Fredericksburg, Virginia.--$75. for the pair.
Excavated, large size, lead-filled, US oval cartridge box plate. This is a very attractive plate with a smooth, brown/green patina on the face and full lead with both attachment loops intact on the reverse. This plate was recovered over 40 years ago on private property near Manassas, Virginia.--$185.
Excavated, early pattern, large size, lead-filled, US oval cartridge box plate recovered on private property near Manassas, Virginia. The odd thing is this cartridge box plate was severed exactly half into, and this is the "U" half. It is quite a mystery how the plate came to be precisely cut in half.--$55.SOLD
Very nice, excavated, coat size, Michigan State Seal Staff Officer's button. This button has 50% bright gold gilt with a "Goddard and Bros." backmark with the shank intact. This button was recovered from a Michigan camp on private property located near Fredericksburg, Virginia.--$195.
Quite hard to come by - 3 out of the 4 Parts of Vol. 34 - Official Records of The War Of The Rebellion. This is the Trans-Mississippi Set for April - May, 1864. I can guarantee from personal experience that there are some GREAT Relic Hunting spots hidden within these volumes !!--$65. for all three
Very rare .69 cal. conversion to percussion from flint using the Patented 1855 Butterfield Pellet Primer system. I typically get about one of these per year. This example remains in very nice condition, but is missing the little brass cap that screws into the base of the pellet primer tube. The musket is otherwise a nice honest example with lockplate markings of "Springfield - 1835 - Butterfield's Patent - 1855 - Philada". The original walnut stock remains in nice condition with two visible inspector cartouches but does have a very old wood crack beside the hammer with an ancient tack repair. This is a scarce weapon that would be a nice addition to any Civil War collection.--$1,450.
Just brought in out of a local estate, .58 cal., 3-band, Model 1861, contract rifled musket. This musket has a dark, attic brown look tip to tip and has definitely seen service as there is some flash around the nipple area, and the stock has the typical bumps and scratches from having been carried. The lockplate is marked, "Norfolk - 1863". The action still works perfectly and firmly locks into both half-cock and full-cock. The mainspring still remains strong. This is not a "high grade" musket but a good, honest example of a typical regulation Civil War musket that clearly saw service.--$1,150.
Quite rare excavated Shield shaped Militia Cross Belt Plate. This is a pre-war Militia Plate, and was recovered from an early War South Carolina infantry camp near Charleston, SC. The plate obviously had a device at one time as the attachment wires are still intact. It is quite likely that this plate had a Regimental number or possibly a Palmetta tree. The very few of these that I have seen recovered have all come from early War sites.--$295.SOLD
Super nice condition excavated drop .44 cal. "Henry" cartridge. This was recovered near Granny White Gap - 2nd Day fighting at the Battle of Nashville, TN. Not nearly as many Henry cartridges have been recovered at Nashville as Maynards and Burnsides.--$45.SOLD
Two absolutely beautiful excavated floral buttons recovered from an Alabama Cavalry camp located near Midland, TN. Each has nice gold gilt and excellent detail with both shanks intact. They are preserved in a nice glass riker mount display case. For both buttons and display case.--$45.
Unusual dug glazed brown clay pipe bowl recovered from a Confederate camp trash pit along Duck River near Shelbyville, TN. The figure appears to possibly be Middle Eastern. It will make a neat addition to someone's excavated artifact display case.--$45.
Excellent condition, State of South Carolina 75 cent fractional note dated February 1, 1863. This note remains in near uncirculated condition and is hard to find mid-Civil War dated.--$45.
Quite scarce, $3 note from the "Bank of East Tennessee". This note remains in nice, solid but circulated condition. It was issued January 1, 1855, out of Knoxville, Tennessee. This would be a very nice note to add to any Tennessee collection.--$125.
Quite rare, $10, WAR ISSUE, State of Missouri note printed in Jefferson City, Missouri, and issued January 1, 1862. This note is serial number 4583. State of Missouri notes issued during the Civil War are scarce to come by.--$150.SOLD
Absolutely drop dead beautiful excavated cuff size Virginia. The button has 70 % to 80 % bright gold gild - super sharp detail - "Extra Quality" backmark, and the shank is intact. This was recovered about 40 years ago from a Confederate camp on private property just North of New Market, VA.--$195.
Very attractive, excavated, 2-piece coat size, Confederate block "I" (Infantry) uniform button. This is a Confederate local with a brass face and an iron reverse. It was recovered by Kenny Banks about 30 years ago from an Army of Tennessee 1862 - 1863 winter camp of Hardee's Corps that was located near Tullahoma, Tennessee. The button remains just as dug with the dirt only wiped off of the "I".--$89.
Just in, excavated, .58 cal. Minie ball in a walnut size, Heartwood pine knot. This was recovered over 30 years ago by Dr. Rees Buttram from private property at Chickamauga, Georgia. At one point in time it was quite common to recover bullets in knots of wood from Chickamauga, but in current times, there are practically no areas left there to hunt, and these are rarely found.--$48.SOLD
Model 1850, Federal Field & Staff Officer's sword in original, brass mounted metal scabbard. The blade on this officer's sword was at some point in time plated and has residue of old plating remaining today. The cast brass guard remains in nice condition with a good bit of original gold gilt still visible. The grip remains very nice with original shark skin wrap and wire. The metal scabbard remains in nice condition as well and also has residue of old plating. Over the years, I have discovered that a good many Civil War guns and swords that were plated were on display in old GAR meeting halls and UCV meeting halls. Their thinking apparently was, if we plate them, we won't have to keep cleaning them. This is a very attractive sword and scabbard with the cut-out "US" in the guard.--$950.
Excavated Confederate POLYGONAL CAVITY 12 lb. wood drive-in fuze type cannonball. This is a local find from private property down near the river here at The Battle of Stones River, TN. It has been cleaned, disarmed, coated, and is ready for display.--$275.SOLD
Absolutely beautiful condition, heavy cast brass, Confederate Cavalry spur. This spur was found in a smokehouse here at Stones River and has a deep, rich, bronze/brown patina almost as if it were dug. Non-excavated Confederate Cavalry spurs are quite rare to come by.--$295.SOLD
Extremely rare Confederate adapted Bormann time fuze with hole drilled in the center to take a standard paper time fuze. This was found here at Stones River, and is one of only three that I am aware of ever being recovered here. This is "sure enough" a Confederate artillery rarity to recover.--$125.
This is one of the most popular of all Confederate notes. It is the "Negroes Chopping Cotton" $100 note with the orange overprint. The note remains in beautiful condition except for the fact that a mouse ate the upper left corner. I have restored the corner for nice display, and on the reverse is a very rare Tallahassee, Florida, interest stamp. Even though the note had some damage at the corner, the restored note displays beautifully and at a fraction of the price of the same note without the repair.--$75.SOLD
Ultra rare, Confederate Sharp Shooter journal/diary. This diary was kept by Sgt. Landrum C. Ezell of Co. H, 1st Regiment, Palmetto Sharp Shooters, AKA "Jenkins Regiment". This diary begins on July 28, 1864, and is kept until January 26, 1865. There were clearly additional pages beyond this in the diary, but are now unfortunately missing. During the approximate 6 months that this diary covers, it seems like almost every other page is fighting and battle content. In the early stages of the war, Landrum C. Ezell was wounded in action on June 30, 1861, with a bullet wound through his left arm and hand. He was absent from the Army recovering until July 28, 1864, which is when this diary/journal begins. The action content in this diary is virtually non-stop, and this is a diary that, in my opinion, would be fully worth complimenting with additional historical information and publishing. In almost 50 years, I have never seen another Palmetto Sharp Shooter Confederate diary. This is directly out of the family and is not a diary/journal that has been around the block. There is, in addition, a tintype of Sgt. Ezell as a young man in civilian clothes and also a later-in-life albumin of him.--$2,250.SOLD
Very pretty excavated coat size Virginia State Seal uniform button. This button was recovered over 40 years ago from a Virginia Infantry camp on private property near Fredericksburg, VA. The button has nice detail, and a smooth chocolate brown patina with traces of gold gilt around the figures. It has a "Horstmann and Allien" backmark with the shank intact.--$195.
Absolutely beautiful excavated Coat size New York State Seal 3-piece Uniform button. This was recovered on private property about 50 years ago from Gen. Hooker's camps near Tiftonia (near Chattanooga, TN.)--$48.
Very nice condition, 1840 - 1860, pewter clamshell design, 8 1/2 inch powder flask. This type powder flask is the exact pattern that many young Confederates left home carrying as they headed off to the Civil War in 1861.--$65.SOLD
Huge Military Atlas that was originally published to accompany the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion. The atlas has been reprinted several times and is an absolute must have in doing Civil War research. Mine is so worn that some of the pages have become dis-attached. This book was, at one point in time, fairly available to find, but in the last few years has become difficult to get. This example remains in very nice condition.--$95.
Just beautiful excavated early pattern large size "Puppy Paw" hook style U.S. oval waist belt plate. This super nice U.S. oval was recovered by one of my old hunting buddies - Wade Buchannan - from private property right here at Stones River. I can take you to within a few feet of where this plate was recovered. This is 50 year ago plate quality.--$325.SOLD
Beautiful condition, excavated drop, .58 cal., 3-ring Minie ball with a nice clear "US" base mark. It was recovered near Fredericksburg, Virginia.--$65.SOLD
Beautiful "1862" date US issue dime recovered from a spring of 1863 Confederate camp site here. This coin would have seen hardly any circulation at all before being lost. When you are making $11. per month - it is very painful to lose a dime !! That is like 1/3rd day's work !!!--$89.SOLD
Drop dead beautiful excavated coat size Virginia Staff Officer's button. This button was recovered over 40 years ago by Mr. Ed Heck from a Virginia camp located on private property near New Market, VA. It has nearly 90 % bright gold gilt, and shank is intact. The button is, unfortunately dented, but still beautiful. It has a "Waterbury Button Co." backmark.--$195.
Nice condition, excavated, .44 cal., Tranter projectile. This was recovered from a Confederate camp near Manassas, VA.--$48.SOLD
Absolutely beautiful, hand-carved, lead ring fashioned from a bullet. The top of the lead ring has three initials that appear to be "USA". The US is pretty well completely formed, and a faint A can be seen that was to be used as a guide, but it was not completed. This is one of the coolest carved lead artifacts that I have seen in a long time. It was recovered from a Federal camp near Manassas, VA, in the mid-1960's. This is about as cool as carved lead gets.--$250.
Very RARE massive cast brass sea coast DRIVE-IN Naval Watercap fuze. This was recovered at Vicksburg, MS about 40 years ago, and is a fuze that most collections are missing. This one still even has the watercap remaining intact--$150.SOLD
Just purchased out of a local Southern estate. This is a folding BRASS double cavity bullet mold for a .32 cal. round ball, and also for a .32 cal. elongated projectile. This mold would make projectiles correct for the .32 cal. Colt Pocket Model, or would fit any of the other .32 cal. Pocket size revolvers.--$125.
Beautiful condition excavated .58 cal. 3-piece Shaler projectile. This is a nice "drop" and was recovered on private property near Gettysburg almost 40 years ago. These are very seldom found anymore, and it is very hard to get a nice one.--$95.SOLD
Beautiful uncirculated condition State of North Carolina 1863 date $5. note. This note was printed in Raleigh, and is serial number 4328. Bright and vivid note that could hardly be any nicer.--$95.
Very rare, excavated, great coat size, Georgia State Seal Confederate Local button. This example was recovered nearly 50 years ago on private property just north of Orange Plank Road above Spotsylvania, Virginia. It has a smooth, chocolate patina with traces of gold gilt around the figures and a depressed channel on the reverse. The loop remains perfectly intact. This is a Confederate Local Georgia State Seal that you rarely see.--$295.
Extremely rare and in drop-dead beautiful condition, excavated, Federal "cape hook". This cape hook was recovered during the mid-1960's from a Federal camp located just north of Fredericksburg, Virginia. The button portion of the cape hook itself is a cuff size Eagle "I" and has 90% bright gold gilt. The hook remains perfect and is sharp as a needle. The cape hook has the extremely rare backmark reading, "Pat. July 29, 1862", and that remains perfectly legible.--$325.
Beautiful condition excavated lead filled concentric ring "Artillery" rosette recovered about 20years ago from here at the Battle of Stones River. I don't think that you could recover a nicer example than this one.--$75.
Very pretty excavated 6 # size solid shot cannon ball recovered during the early 1970s from The Battle of Hoover's Gap, TN.. This was a Confederate fired projectile opposing Lilly's Federal Battery. I have both cleaned and coated it, and it is ready for permanent display.--$175.SOLD
Massive, .72 cal., European made, FLINTLOCK HORSE PISTOL. These massive imported, single shot horse pistols were carried by Confederates early in the Civil War being the best they could find at the time. These massive "hand cannons" were single shot and were traded out as quickly as possible for multi-fire revolvers. This example is out of a local estate and was almost certainly CS carried. The action still works perfectly, and we are including an original set of buck and ball which was a preferred ammunition for this "hand cannon".--$750.
Very pretty condition "COLT" marked double cavity bullet mold that goes with the .32 cal. Model 1849 Colt Pocket Revolver. This would be a sweet display accessory for your pretty Colt Pocket Revolver.--$175.
Excavated set of 3 Naval Grape - The larger balls are roughly 2 inches in diameter. These were recovered on private property at Vicksburg, MS. many years ago.-- $65. for all three
Long out of print - One of the relic hunter classic books detailing what Relic Hunting was REALLY like back in the very earliest days (and with lots of pictures of the finds). This is "RELIC HUNTER - The field account of Civil War Sites, Artifacts, and Hunting" by Howard Crouch. I guarantee this book will have you amped, and ready to go digging in the morning !!--$65.
This new condition and very nice quality reproduction, Confederate Officer's grouping consisting of: 1) brass frame "Griswold like" Confederate revolver, 2) nice quality reproduction Confederate Officer's saber and scabbard, 3) complete Confederate belt rig consisting of leather saber belt, 2-piece interlocking CS buckle, revolver holster, leather percussion cap box, leather cartridge box, and leather over-the-shoulder support strap. This excellent grouping of nice quality reproduction, Confederate Living History items has been donated to sell with proceeds going to Battle of Nashville Preservation. The retail value of this grouping of material would be between $800 and $900. Here is a bargain.--$495. for the entire group. (And you will be supporting Battle of Nashville Preservation.)--SOLD
Display containing two quite rare Confederate bullets. These bullets were recovered from an 1862/1863 Army of Tennessee Confederate winter camp located along Duck River near Shelbyville, TN. One of the bullets is a "dropped" Enfield with the rare "L-2" marking in the base (London -2nd Type), and the other projectile has a teat protruding out from the base of the cavity, and is often called by collectors a "Georgia Troop" - because more of these are recovered from the camps of Georgia Troops than anywhere else.--$48. for the pair of rare bullets and display case.
Original twisted brown paper packet containing original Civil War musket percussion caps. One of these packets of percussion caps were packaged with each brown factory wrapped package of 10 Civil War Minie Ball cartridges. EVERY Civil War collection should have an original packet of musket percussion caps.--$48.
Really pretty excavated cast brass Model 1851 Eagle Sword Belt Plate. This was recovered over 30 years ago from Camp Stanley located here at Murfreesboro, TN. It has a smooth chocolate brown patina, and has remnants and solder marks where the silver wreaths were once located. This plate has really pretty color and excellent detail.--$325.SOLD
Smokeingly beautiful excavated large size lead filled "U.S." cartridge boxplate recovered here at Stones River in the 1960s - before acid rain and before 50 more years of decay. This boxplate is just FINE !!!--$225.
Really pretty condition excavated DROP 3 inch time fuzed Federal Hotchkiss projectile. This is a beauty recovered many years ago at the second day fighting - Battle of Nashville, TN. - near the "Rock Wall" area. It has been lightly cleaned, and I have drilled it. So - it is ready to go in your collection.--$295.SOLD
SUPER RARE excavated .41 cal. VOLCANIC in excellent condition with self contained cork and brass cavity with propellant remaining completely intact. Over the past 50 years I have recovered over 30,000 Civil War bullets - and have recovered only ONE of these !! These are almost always recovered from CS sites.--$195.
Local "smokehouse find", circular, Federal Eagle breast plate with an aged patina on the face almost approaching an excavated brown patina. The reverse has full lead, and both attachment loops remain intact. This was without a doubt a local battlefield or campsite pick-up 150 years ago that ended up in the smokehouse. You gotta love the patina the face of this plate has.--$225.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, vest size, South Carolina State Seal. This button has near 100% bright gold gilt with shank intact on the reverse and a "Horstmann" backmark on the reverse. This would be a very nice addition to any South Carolina collection.--$95.
Excellent condition, blacksmith made, "scissor type" bullet mold for a single, .36 cal. pistol or musket ball. The mold has a rich, aged patina and still works perfectly.--$85.
.58 cal., triangular, socket bayonet correct to fit the Model 1855, all Springfield and contract rifled muskets Model 1861, and Model 1863 type 1 & 2 muskets. The bayonet was an early battlefield pick-up here at Stones River and has a smooth, chocolate brown patina overall.--$150.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, Federal cast-brass, rooster neck Cavalry spur. This spur turned up in an estate here at Stones River and was likely a left-over battlefield pick-up from the Battle of Stones River. Very interestingly, the rowel on this spur, which is absolutely untouched since the Civil War, is in reality a clock gear. This spur has an absolutely gorgeous, never cleaned, bronze/brown, aged patina tip to tip and even still has the original leather strap with it.--$125.
Absolutely beautiful, excavated, Model 1851, cast-brass, Federal Cavalry Eagle sword belt plate. This buckle was recovered from "Camp Stanley" here in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, which was the Army of the Cumberland's 1863 winter Cavalry camp following the Battle of Stones River. Camp Stanley was named in honor of General David Stanley who was the Commander of Federal Cavalry here at Murfreesboro. The plate has a smooth, chocolate brown patina with crisp detail, and both the belt loop and attaching hook on the reverse remain intact as well as the belt keeper that hooked into the attaching keeper hook. This was recovered many years ago and is about as nice as you could hope to recover.--$350.SOLD
Very pretty, excavated, coat size Rhode Island State Seal uniform button. This button has crisp detail with about 50% gold gilt in the background. The reverse has the shank intact and Waterbury Scovill backmark. The button was recovered about 30 years ago from a Rhode Island winter camp in Central Virginia.--$85.SOLD
Incredibly accurate, resin cast, 3 inch Confederate Mullane projectile. The original shell that this example was cast from was recovered at the Siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi. The accuracy of this casting is almost hard to believe. The projectile is mounted on a nice walnut base with a label describing the shell.--$65.
EXTREMELY RARE, Civil War abortion letter. In this letter, dated September 3, 1862, Townsend Heaton is writing to his brother in relation to a girl that says that she is pregnant by him. Within this letter, "Town" Heaton, who was an M.D., instructs his brother, Jack, "If you will, you may give her the "med" you got of me, but you must be devilish careful that no one finds out that you are giving her the med for that purpose." This med was generally tincture of Pennyroyal. It was used in one of the episodes of "Mercy Street" (a PBS program about a Civil War hospital in Virginia) to cause a miscarriage. In almost 50 years, this is only the second Civil War letter that I have ever had referencing an herbal abortion. This is definitely a type letter that you will not see offered for sale very often at all.--$375. (The entire collection of this family's communications consists of about 80 pieces and run from the late 1850's to the end of the Civil War. If you would like the entire collection of family correspondence--$1,200.)SOLD
Quite rare, original, ivory pocket diary. The small ivory tablets were carried in the soldier's pocket where he would keep notes to later be transcribed into his regular paper diary. It is quite rare to find one of these that remains complete, perfect, and undamaged. This is an excellent example.--$195.
Really pretty, excavated, 4 inch, glazed crock food jar. This jar was recovered from a Confederate trash pit located near Lavergne, Tennessee. It will add a pretty touch of color to your excavated Civil War artifact display.--$65.
Extremely rare to recover, Albert CS103, Confederate Lined "A" button in the small 20mm size. This button was recovered from a Confederate Artillery camp located near Savannah, Georgia, and has a smooth, chocolate brown patina on the face with shank intact on the reverse with "Smith and Wright/Birmingham" backmark. It has been several years since I've seen one of these recovered.--$350.
Excavated, coat size, solid cast, Confederate Block "I" (Infantry) uniform button. This button is absolutely perfect with a smooth, green patina and was recovered from a lawn off Columbia Pike at the Battle of Franklin, Tennessee.--$150.SOLD
Very rare, double cavity, cast brass bullet mold for a "Sugar Loaf" style projectile. This mold is approximately .48 cal. and would have been likely used with a "Country Rifle". I have only recovered a few "Sugar Loaf" type projectiles, and every one that I have found has been from an early war Confederate camp.--$150.
Unbelievably accurate, Confederate 2.94 inch Burton or Dyer shell. The original that this was cast from was recovered from the Battle of 2nd Manassas, Virginia. This would be an excellent addition and compliment to any Civil War relic room, den, or museum. The recast projectile is mounted on an attractive walnut base.--$65.SOLD
REALLY PRETTY 2.94 inch Confederate Archer bolt cast from an original recovered at Kennesaw Mountain, GA. This thing is so accurate that you expect it to be heavy when you pick it up !! It will display beautifully in any Civil War relic room - den - or study !!--$65.
Excavated crude cast brass saber pommel cap recovered from an 1862 -1863 winter Alabama Cavalry camp located here in Middle Tennessee. It appears to me to likely be from a Confederate "Dog River" Cavalry saber.--$65.
Quite rare and very pretty condition, excavated pair of dropped CS used, imported French Minies. This display contains the huge .69 cal., triangle base French Minie and the equally as rare 3-ring, .58 cal, standard Minie with the triangle French cavity.--$79. for the pair in a nice display case.
Super, super rare to recover, .44 cal., Colt Dragoon bullet with 100% complete skin cartridge remaining intact. Out of over 30,000 bullets, this is the one and only.--$79.
Very nice condition, excavated, heavy, solid cast brass, Confederate pattern Cavalry spur. This spur was recovered many years ago from Roddey's 1862 - 1863 Alabama Cavalry camp located near Chapel Hill, Tennessee. The spur has a very nice, uncleaned, brown/green patina, and the wear pattern of the spur suggests it was worn on the left boot heel.--$295.
Beautiful condition scissor type cast brass double cavity bullet mold for a .36 cal. Country Rifle. Many young Confederates left home for the Civil War carrying the family Rifle as that was all they had. Within the first year of the Civil War these were all pretty much replaced by more conventional military weapons. This is out of a local estate, and is in near perfect condition.--$95.
Drop dead perfectly accurate 3 inch Read bolt cast from an original recovered at Moorhead, MS. This reproduction Selma Read is "right on" in every respect, and will display beautifully in any Civil War themed Study - Office - or Relic Room.--$65.
Beautiful condition, archively museum framed, February 20, 1863, Stonewall Jackson $1,000 Confederate Bond. The bond itself remains in perfect condition with seven remaining coupons. The bond is framed with acid-free matting and non-glare "tru-vue" light filtering glass. This will be absolutely beautiful in your den, study, or relic room.--$250.SOLD
Beautiful and unbelievably accurate, 3.8" James Bolt cast from an original that was recovered at the Siege of Vicksburg. The reproduction James Bolt is correct in every detail and is mounted on a walnut base with all the information about the type projectile. This is a fantastic piece for display in a study or office with a Civil War theme.--$65.SOLD
Beautiful, archively framed portrait of General Ambrose E. Burnside, double matted and framed with a clipped, original Burnside autograph. On the reverse is a "Beckett Letter of Authenticity" for the Burnside autograph. This is framed with acid-free matting and light filtering glass and is ready to be hung in your office or relic room.--$225.
SUPER RARE complete 2-disc white buff belt rig for the Model 1832 Roman Style Federal Heavy Artillery Short Sword. It you have a nice Model 1832 U.S. Heavy Artillery Short Sword in scabbard - Here is all you need to have a Museum Level Display. The belt is complete tip to tip, and the two disc buckle is PERFECT.--$1,250.
Very attractive, .69 cal., smooth bore, Springfield musket that was originally produced in flint but was converted to percussion for Civil War service. This musket was just brought in out of the local area and has a smooth, never cleaned, chocolate patina from tip to tip. The lockplate is marked, "Springfield - 1827 - US - and the American Eagle", and the barrel has a matching "1827" date. The wood remains in nice condition with obvious wear. The stock retains two clear military inspector cartouches and has several dings, marks, and a couple wood chips around the lockplate from actual Civil War usage. This musket was almost certainly Confederate carried, and the action remains perfect, locking firmly into both half-cock and full-cock. With this musket we are including a display case with buck and ball which was a favorite ammunition among Confederates to use in this weapon.--$950.
Quite rare and in very nice condition, excavated, 3 inch size, Confederate, Reed Parrott projectile. This shell has the lathe dimple in the base and iron sabot, lathed turned sides, and took a wooden drive-in fuse adaptor. This projectile was recovered over 30 years ago from private property near Chickamauga, Georgia. It has been disarmed, cleaned, coated, and is ready for display.--$450.
Quite rare to find, non-excavated, .44 cal., Colt "Dragoon", double cavity, folding, iron bullet mold. We have inserted two original battlefield excavated Colt projectiles for nice display.--$195.
Beautiful cased artifact display purchased out of a local private museum. This display consists of an excavated Model 1851, cast brass, sword belt plate recovered from an 1863 camp Stanley trash pit, an 1863 Patriotic token, an excavated soldier's pocket knife with bone handle intact, an excavated 12mm pinfire cartridge, an excavated .69 cal. Confederate buck and ball, an excavated tin containing percussion caps, an excavated bayonet scabbard tip with leather still inside, one CS used excavated floral button, 4 Federal Eagle buttons, two excavated knapsack hooks, and several other smaller artifacts. These artifacts are all displayed in a very nice 12 x 18 glass face walnut display case.--$395. for the entire display.
Very pretty, excavated, slick emerald green, Confederate Cavalry spur. This spur was recovered over 30 years ago from a Confederate Cavalry camp located near Kennesaw, Georgia. It is a style spur that had a long, extended neck much like a Mississippi spur. The spur broke at the narrow, weak point on the neck.--$95.
Quite rare to find, $50 Civil War date, Texas Treasury note issued specifically for "Military Service". This note remains in very nice condition, is dated December 16, 1863, and is serial number 14119. The note was authorized on December 16, 1863, and issued out of Austin, Texas, on June 20, 1864. This is a note that you rarely see.--$150.SOLD
Very sought after, original 1889 printing of Volume XXIV in all three parts. This is the "Vicksburg" set and is without question loaded with research information that would result in some good relic hunting locations.--$125.
Model 1861, "Special Model", Colt, .58 cal., 3-band, rifled musket. This musket was cleaned up to bright many years ago and was carried in a good number of the 100-year Centennial Living History reenactments, including Gettysburg. The lockplate is marked, "1862 - Colts Pt F.A. mfg co - Hartford CT". The action still works well with both sling swivels, long range site, and ramrod all remaining intact. The original walnut stock is complete but has numerous dings, marks, and scars from both actual Civil War service and Living History service 100 years later. The musket has been fired many, many times as there is practically no bore remaining. This Colt musket shows lots of use and is definitely not in tip-top condition, but it is the real deal, still looks nice, and would be great to actually show people and let them handle without fear of harming a high grade Civil War musket. Priced right --$895.SOLD
Really pretty, non-excavated, coat size, "CSA", with Superior Quality backmark. It has a rich, aged, never cleaned, bronze patina with shank intact and the correct "Superior Quality" backmark.--$250.
Beautiful and unbelievably accurate, 2.73" Whitworth Bolt cast from an original that was recovered at the Siege of Vicksburg. The reproduction Whitworth Bolt is correct in every detail and is mounted on a walnut base with all the information about the type projectile. This is a fantastic piece for display in a study or office with a Civil War theme.--$65.SOLD
Extremely rare to recover, .58 cal., 3-ring Minie ball with complete skin cartridge still intact. This rare find was recovered about 40 years ago from near Harrison Landing, Virginia.--$45.
Beautiful condition, excavated, .54 cal., complete Burnside Carbine cartridge. This cartridge was recovered many years ago from Wilson's Cavalry position along Granny White Pike at the Battle of Nashville, Tennessee.--$65.SOLD
Excellent condition, excavated, triangle cavity, .69 cal., French Minie. This projectile has a pretty, white patina and was recovered from General Breckenridge's Orphan Brigade camp located near Readyville, Tennessee, and occupied in November of 1862.--$38.SOLD
Excavated, .58 cal., type 3, Williams cleaner bullet. The rare thing about this bullet is that the zinc cleaning washer remains intact, and that is something you practically never find. The bullet was recovered near Breezy Hill, Battle of Franklin, Tennessee.--$15.
Civil War Era, well crafted, tiny "ladies" snuff box. Every "lady" should have her own snuff box. We are told that it is critically important that you do not let it "swarm" which is quite unpleasant. This would be an excellent item in a camp scene display.--$75.
Very nice condition, original Model 1858, regulation issue, smooth side, Federal canteen. The canteen has the original stopper and chain intact as well as all three sling loops. It has an aged "rope like" sling that very well could date the Civil War Era. Every Civil War collection should have an original canteen.--$175.
Massive, 1,525 page, Volume XXXIII, original, 1891 printing of the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion. It covers from January 1 - April 30, 1864. This volume covers some excellent relic hunting research areas including Newberne, NC, Mortons Ford, VA, Kilpatrick's Raid, Bunker Hill, WV, Front Royal, VA, Flint Hill, VA, Warrington, VA, Accotink, VA, Ellis Ford, VA, Charlestown, WV, Laurel Creek, WV, Kilpatrick's Expedition, Bristoe Station, VA, Leesburg, VA, Winchester, VA, and an endless amount of others. This volume of the Official Records will be a treasure trove of research material if you relic hunt in this region.--$58.SOLD
Very nice artillery display containing five iron balls ranging from case shot to 6-pound size canister and 12 pound size canister ball, and finally a large Naval grape.--$75. for the entire display.
Super rare and in drop-dead beautiful condition, original folding scissor type, cast brass bullet mold for the Confederate used, .69 cal., "Tower" bullet. Early in the Civil War, the South traded cotton to England for .69 caliber Tower muskets in an attempt to arm Southern Infantry troops. The massive, .69 cal., Towers bullets are recovered in early war Civil War sites such as Ft. Donelson, Shiloh, Corinth, and Stones River, but by mid-1863, most of the .69 cal. muskets had been replaced by the .577 cal., 3-band, Enfield rifled muskets. This example is the rarer, cone cavity variety and is out of Civil War author, Charlie Harris's, personal collection. In almost 50 years, this is the most perfect condition, .69 cal., Towers bullet mold that I have seen.--$950.
Quite rare, Model 1839, small oval, single hook pattern, lead-filled US waist belt plate on original white buff leather belt, together with an excellent condition, Federal leather percussion cap pouch. The white buff leather belt remains in very nice condition with no breaks or weak spots and remains very pliable. The small oval US buckle has an excellent face with a gently aging bronze patina. The buckle has full lead in the reverse and both attachment hooks remain intact. This belt rig is out of a local Middle Tennessee estate and was almost certainly Confederate used. The US buckle is being worn "upside down" so as to read "SN" (Southern Nation). We recover these small 1839 US plates almost exclusively from early war camps (both US and CS) and battles. With this belt rig is a really nice condition regulation small leather Federal percussion cap pouch. The box remains quite pliable with virtually no flaking at all. The box is crisply marked "J. E. Condict - NEW YORK" on the inside flap, and has the original nipple pick, and several original percussion caps still in the box since the American Civil War. The box retains both belt loops - closure tab - brass finial - original nipple pick - and several original percussion caps. It is nicer than those in most museums. This belt rig would be an excellent addition to any Civil War collection (both US and CS).--$695.
Excellent condition, excavated, "1861" dated, Federal Cavalry Officer's spur. This spur was recovered from Federal Cavalry camps near Triune, Tennessee, that were occupied during the spring of 1863. It has the 1861 date on the inside of the spur. Remnants of the rusty iron rowel remain intact.--$275.
Quite scarce excavated "Long Tail" Confederate cavalry - Hall carbine projectile. This is an excellent drop recovered from the camp of the 1st Confederate Cavalry located near the old academy at Unionville, TN.--$65.
Just brought in by a local family, and is 100% untouched. This is a very nice hand-me-down Confederate local made "CS DOG RIVER" Cavalry saber and scabbard. The blade has a pretty gently greying aged patina, and the brass guard has a thick - never touched - brown patina. The grip is down to the wood with only a few fragments of the leather and single strands of iron wire. The scabbard is a classic lap seamed - brass mounted CS made scabbard. This is a very nice, straight out of the Southern estate and untouched for the last 150 years, Confederate manufactured, "Dog River" CS Cavalry saber and scabbard.--$3,850.
Very nice condition, original, non-excavated pair of Federal Enlistedman brass shoulder epaulets. This pair of epaulets was purchased out of a Central Ohio estate sale and have numerous small dings and marks clearly indicating actual service. Both epaulets remain complete with brass attachment tabs intact underneath each.--$325. for the pair.
Nice condition excavated .58 cal. Springfield trianglar socket bayonet. This bayonet was recovered over 40 years ago on private property here at Stones River. It is rusty, of course, but has been nicely cleaned, and is ready for display. It is complete to the very tip, and even has the lock ring still intact. These days - it is a real rarity to recover one of these, and they are almost never in this nice condition.--$150.
Excellent condition, uncirculated, Confederate 50 cent note dated February 17, 1864. This note is serial number 6217.--$48.
Very nice condition, near uncirculated, "T-69" Confederate $5 note dated February 17, 1864, and is serial number 94875. This note literally appears to have never been folded.--$75.
16 inch x 21 inch framed portrait of Federal General William T. Sherman. This is a bust portrait with Napoleonic pose. General Sherman is quite famous for his burning of Atlanta and the "March to the Sea". I was recently in Atlanta and saw an interesting bumper sticker. It read, "General Sherman, where are you now that we need you?"--$35.
Very sought after, original 1890 printing of the 3-part set of Volume XXXI of the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion. These are the black cloth bound edition, and Volume XXXI covers the Knoxville, Tennessee, Campaign as well as extensive action in Southeast Tennessee known as the Chattanooga - Ringgold Campaign. There is a literal gold mine of relic hunting research information in these three books that run approximately 900 pages each. With some good research work, I can guarantee there are some great relic finds hidden in this three book set of Official Records.--$125.SOLD
CDV of Federal General Philip H. Sheridan. General Sheridan served with distinction in the west at Stones River, Chickamauga, and Chattanooga and was then called back east where he commanded the Federal Cavalry at Yellow Tavern, Valley Campaigns of 1864, Third Battle of Winchester, Battle of Cedar Creek, and Appomattox Campaign.--$95.
Very attractive, non-excavated, standard .58 cal., triangular socket bayonet correct for any of the .58 cal. Springfield or contract muskets. The bayonet has a nice, clear "US" mark and is just beginning to darken with age in a few areas. It would be an excellent compliment to your .58 cal. Civil War musket.--$195.
1864 date, State of Alabama, $50 note. This note pictures an Indian Warrior on the lower left and the Alabama "Map on Oak Tree" in the lower right. It was printed in Montgomery and shows clear evidence of actual circulation. A "Montgomery" $50 Alabama note is a rarity to find.--$150.
Civil War date, August 9, 1861, receipt from Providence Tool Company for 3 bundles of iron weighing 353 pounds. It is very likely that this wrought iron during the Civil War was on its way to becoming muskets, sabers, or bayonets. Providence Tool Company itself produced both muskets and sabers during the Civil War.--$45.
Quite unique, excavated, heavy cast brass, Confederate used, carbine sling buckle. This buckle was recovered from a Confederate Cavalry camp located near Aquia Creek in Stafford County, Virginia. The buckle remains in perfect condition with both tongues intact and could literally be used again today.--$250.SOLD
Very rare to find, one of the most highly sought after volumes of the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion. This is the original 1884 printing of Volume X, Parts I & II of the Official Records. This is the highly sought after "Battle of Shiloh" set of OR's. I can guarantee that with some hard core research in these two books, some fantastic artifacts wait to be discovered.--$75. for this treasure of research material.SOLD
Beautiful, near mint condition, complete deck of "Great Mogul" Civil War playing cards. This is the red deck. This deck remains in the original wrapper, and the tape seal has never even been broken. This will be a museum quality addition to someone's Civil War collection.--$395.
Quite rare to come by, ORIGINAL, black cloth bound, VOLUME XXII, Parts 1 & 2 of the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion. This set of Official Records is dated 1888, and primarily covers action in Arkansas, including the Battle of Prairie Grove, Arkansas - Marmaduke's Expedition into Missouri - the Engagement at Cabin Creek - Attack on Helena, Arkansas - Advance upon Little Rock, Arkansas - and many many more. This set of Official Records will be an invaluable source of research for any of the guys that relic hunt this theater.--$75. for both.SOLD
Quite rare to come by, ORIGINAL, black cloth bound, VOLUME XLV, Parts 1 & 2, of the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion. This is the original, 1894 printing making this set of books 126 years old. This is the set of Official Records that covers both the Battles of Franklin and of Nashville. I have personally recovered thousands of artifacts directly from research done from this set of reference books. I can 100% guarantee that there are hundreds of sites yet to be discovered that can be found by researching from this set of Official Records. Both books are complete and reasonably strong for being over 120 years old.--$75. for the pair.SOLD
Recent purchase out of a Central Florida estate, almost certainly brought to Florida by someone from the north seeking the warm Florida climate. This is a Model 1861, .58 cal., 1864 date, Whitneyville contract, 3-band, rifled, percussion musket. The musket has a smooth, chocolate patina overall with lockplate markings of, "1864 - Whitneyville - US - and the American Eagle". The walnut stock is complete with numerous nicks, dings, marks, and rounded edges from many campaigns. The lockplate has good action, and both sling swivels are present as well as the ram rod and the bayonet. This is a good, honest Civil War musket with a fresh "out of the attic" type look.--$1,350. complete with bayonet.
Attic condition, 9-ring, Model 1858, Federal bullseye canteen. This canteen is out of the local Middle Tennessee area and was quite likely Confederate carried. The pewter spout has some faint writing, but we are unable to make out what it says. The Civil War Era leather sling still remains with the canteen.--$195.SOLD
Very nice condition, excavated, complete Federal Cavalry, Civil War "picket pin". This picket pin was recovered about 40 years ago from Camp Stanley here at Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the 1863 Federal Cavalry winter camp following the Battle of Stones River. The camp was named after their commander, General David Stanley. This picket pin remains in very nice condition and has already been cleaned, coated, and is ready for display.--$195.SOLD
CDV of Federal Major General Ulysses S. Grant. This CDV has nice clarity, but the corners have been nipped to go in an album.--$65.SOLD
Nice, crisp CDV of Major General George B. McClellan and his wife. This image is backmarked, "R. W. Addis - Photographer - McClee's Gallery - 38 Penn. Ave. - Washington D.C." On the face it is marked, "Entered according to the Act of Congress in the year 1863 by R. W. Addis".--$85.
Beautiful condition, near uncirculated, 50 cent State of Alabama note. This note is dated January, 1863, and was printed out of Montgomery, Alabama. The note is serial number 54458 and has the map of Alabama on Oak Tree logo in the center of the note.--$65.SOLD
Beautiful condition, stamped brass, gold and silver gilted, "GAR" hat wreath. This hat pin remains in perfect condition with the attachment pin still intact on the reverse. This pin displays beautifully just as it is or could be put back on a GAR hat.--$65.
Quite rare to recover, original Enfield nipple protector with chain. This artifact was recovered about 40 years ago from the 1862 - 1863 winter camp of the 2nd Tennessee Infantry -C.S.A. - located near Tullahoma, Tennessee.--$48.
Model 1840, Federal, Ames "N.C.O." (Non-Commissioned Officer) sword and scabbard. The blade is clean, just beginning to darken with age and is marked, "1862 - US - ADK (Alias D. King) - Ames Mfg. Co." The brass guard remains in perfect condition with a rich, deep, bronze/brown, never cleaned patina. The leather scabbard is complete with no breaks or repairs but has a little surface flaking in areas. This is considered by many to be the most desirable date N.C.O. that you can get.--$650.
Very nice condition group of three "Day Orders" for the 33rd Regiment, New York State Volunteers. All three documents remain in very nice condition and are dated the second half of 1861.--$150 for all three.
Battlefield pick-up, .69 cal., Model 1842, triangular socket bayonet found here at Stones River in the years following the battle. Although rusty, the bayonet remains completely intact to the very tip.--$150.
Very rare to recover, excavated, IRON, Isaac and Campbell English import, Confederate used knapsack hook. Over the past 50 years, I have recovered probably 40 - 50 brass Isaac and Campbell knapsack hooks and only one single iron example. This example was recovered from 1862 Confederate camps here in Middle Tennessee.--$65.SOLD
Quite scarce .58 cal. "Providence Tool Co." - 1863 date Model 1861 3-band contract rifled musket. This musket shows clear signs of having really been carried A LOT. The metal has a smooth dark, attic brown patina with lockplate markings of "Providence Tool Co. - Providence, R.I. - 1863". The markings are all visible, but worn down quite a bit from use. The wood shows lots of use as well with corners rounded and all the normal bumps and bruises of a carried weapon. The inspector's cartouche is worn, but you can still faintly make it out. It is missing the rear sling swivel and has a "home grown" rear site. This is a good, honest rare contract Civil War musket that without question "Saw The Elephant".--$1,150.
Quite rare, large 1/4 plate, fully cased ruby ambrotype of a well-armed, full standing view Union Sergeant. In the image, the Sergeant is wearing his nine-button frock coat with Sergeant stripes and his kepi. He is wearing a full US Infantry belt rig with US oval, cartridge box, cross belt, and Eagle breast plate. His Springfield musket is standing alongside with fixed bayonet, and the musket has both a leather sling and a wooden tompion in place. This is a quality image that would be a fine addition to any Civil War collection. The image is housed in a full, thermo-plastic case and marked, "Genuine Union Case - Scovill Mfg. Co."--$450.SOLD
Cool little child size Civil War Era camp chair just right for the regiment's drummer boy. The chair has several old repairs, and we have recovered the seat with the original covering beneath the new covering. This is a nice item that you won't see every day.--$125.
Very nice condition from life CDV of Lt. Col. Theodore Jones, 30th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. This image is backmarked, "Griswold and Smith, Photographers - Johnson Bldg. - Columbus O." This is a very nice Ohio officer CDV.--$95.
SUPER RARE complete 2-disc white buff belt rig for the Model 1832 Roman Style Federal Heavy Artillery Short Sword. It you have a nice Model 1832 U.S. Heavy Artillery Short Sword in scabbard - Here is all you need to have a Museum Level Display. The belt is complete tip to tip, and the two disc buckle is PERFECT.--$1,250.
Gorgious pair of excavated coat or shell jacket size gilted floral buttons. These buttons were recovered many years ago from the "spring of 1863" camp of Wharton's 8th Texas Cavalry located near Unionville, TN. Both buttons are perfect, beautiful, and are displayed in a glass riker box.--$45. complete in display case
Original completely filled out Consolidated Morning Report Document for the 33rd Regiment New York State Volunteer Infantry. A scarce New York document in very nice framable condition.--$95.
Very nice condition, non-excavated, Model 1850 Officer's sword belt plate with the integrally cast wreath. The plate has nice detail and a nice, uncleaned, aged, bronze patina. We have a correct belt keeper on hand for this buckle, and it is pictured above on the buckle. We are going to offer the buckle itself without keeper, and also the buckle with correct keeper attached.--$315. without keeper or $350. with keeper.
Nice, clear CDV of Federal General William Rosecrans. This image is particularly relevant here at Stones River in that General Rosecrans commanded the Federal forces here at the Battles of Stones River. His CDV is one that you do not encounter as often as many of the others.--$95.
Regimental detail for duties at Camp Granger, July 22, 1861, for the 38th Regiment, New York State Volunteers. All the camp guards and police for July 22, 1861, are detailed by name in this order. This hand-written order is signed by R. F. Taylor, Col. commanding the Regiment.--$95.
Very nice condition, cast brass, Model 1851 sword belt plate of Civil War issue on an original 1870's Indian War leather waist belt. The belt remains soft and pliable and is marked, Watervliet Arsenal. This would be the perfect belt rig if you happen to have an Indian War's Era jacket.--$495.
Recent find in the attic of a Civil War Era Middle Tennessee home, original Model 1860, Light Cavalry saber. The blade has a smooth, chocolate brown patina that literally has never been cleaned since the Civil War. The brass guard has a rich, aged patina as well and the peculiarity of having one branch intentionally and perfectly removed for some reason, making this saber a two-branch guard Cavalry saber. The original leather grip remains approximately 90% intact. This would make a fantastic first Civil War saber for a young collector.--only $350.
Extremely rare, 100% gold gilted, Confederate Staff Officer CS36A1. I don't see how this button could possibly be any nicer. The face is flawless with 100% bright gold gilt, and the reverse remains perfect as well and is marked, "H. T. & B. Manchester". This is a Confederate button that you will NEVER, EVER need to upgrade.--$1,150.
In 43 years, I can count on one hand the number of original Civil War Election "Pollbooks" that have come through the shop. This example remains in very nice condition and is for Co. B, 1st Pennsylvania Light Artillery. The election was to be held on the 8th day of November, being the Tuesday next after the 1st Monday of November in the year 1864. This artifact is especially relevant in this current year of election.--$275.
Large 1/4th plate tintype of a seated, Federal soldier wearing a regulation, Federal, nine-button, Enlistedman's frock coat and light blue pants. The image has several small scuff marks but remains quite clear with practically no emulsion flaking at all. Larger size 1/4th plate images are considerably rare to find.--$125.
Very attractive, $500 Confederate States of America Loan Bond, dated February 20, 1863. The bond still has seven interest coupons remaining intact. It was folded for many years and has been supported along one fold line. This bond is serial number 11125 and pictures a Confederate on Pickett, sitting by a fire. It will frame up beautifully.--$115.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, cast brass, original Cavalry saber pommel cap. This pommel cap would be correct for either an 1840 or an 1860 Civil War Cavalry saber.--$89.
This is quite possibly the most beautiful excavated CS26B Confederate Local Staff Officer button that I have seen recovered around here. The face has a slick, chocolate patina with crisp detail with the Eagle totally surrounded by gold gilt. The Confederate local reverse remains perfectly intact with gold gilt in the channel, and the iron shank remains intact. Some of the local old-timers remember this button and say that it was recovered from Lucius Polk's Brigade 1863 winter camp located near Tullahoma, Tennessee. I personally recovered half a dozen similar staffs from this camp, but none of mine are quite as nice as this one.--$295.
Absolutely beautiful, 1/2 sectioned Schenkl case shot projectile with the pewter combination fuse. This projectile was among the last done by our friend Sam White of Central Virginia, before his tragic accident.. The powder cavity, the case shot balls, the tar matrix, and the combination fuse are all half sectioned making it easy to see how everything worked. This would be a fine educational artillery artifact for any Civil War display.--$325.SOLD
Very pretty untouched Model 1860 AMES Light Cavalry saber and scabbard. This saber was purchased many years ago from a Pennsylvania estate sale not too many miles from Gettysburg. The blade has a smooth grey-brown patina gently darkening with age. The blade is marked "Ames Mfg. Co. - Chicopee, Mass. - 1863 - U.S.". The brass guard remains in very nice condition, and the saber has nice original wrap and wire on the grip. The original metal scabbard remains in very nice condition with a smooth - never cleaned - chocolate patina. This saber is felt by many to be the most representative saber of the American Civil War.--$950.
Beautiful condition Confederate Feb. 17, 1864 issue $20. note picturing the State Capitol at Nashville, TN. This note is a rarity in that it has the red Confederate Treasury Dept. stamp in the lower left corner of the reverse of the note. Only a very rare few notes have this. This note is serial number "57312", and is in near uncirculated condition.--$125.SOLD
Rare Anthony of New York CDV collage of the Federal leaders of the Army Of The Potomac. Pictured are Meade - Burnside - Wright - "Baldy" Smith - Hancock - Harren - and Grant.--$125.SOLD
Nice bust shot image of a Federal Officer (likely from Kentucky) taken at "J. C. Elrod's Gallery - 409 Main Street - Louisville, KY." This is a Kentucky photographer that you rarely see.--$85.
Very attractive bust shot C.D.V. of Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston, C.S.A. This image has a plain reverse with no photographer's stamp. It's a good solid Reb image.--$150.
CDV of "young" Confederate General T. J. "Stonewall" Jackson taken during his pre-Civil War "Mexican War" years.--$95.SOLD
PAIR of Federal eagle breastplates !! One of the plates has two small nail holes where it was at one time on an early relic board. The second breastplate was recovered on private property near Shiloh. The face is uncleaned and just beautiful, but the reverse has the lead mostly melted out. BOTH breastplates and display case.--$275.
Very rare Confederate preprinted ordnance document from Guinas Station, VA. dated April 15, 1863. The document pretains to food and soap for Ramsiur's Brigade at Guinas Station, VA. Guinas Station, VA. is most famous for being the site where Stonewall Jackson died.--$250.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, large size, US Oval cartridge box plate. The attachment loops on this plate are 2 5/8 inches apart. This plate has a rare "E. Gaylord" backmark. If you have a Federal cartridge box missing the box plate, this plate will nicely complete your cartridge box.--$295.
Excellent condition, WAR DATE (March 1, 1864), State of Florida $5 note printed out of Tallahassee, FL. This is an absolutely beautiful note with a standing Indian (probably a Seminole). This note is serial number 5175 and appears to be uncirculated or very close to it.--$295.
Excellent condition, war date, (March 1, 1864), State of Florida $10 note. This note was printed out of Tallahassee and pictures a sailing ship on the lower left corner and a slave on the lower right corner. The serial number is 8591. This note remains in near uncirculated condition.--$195.SOLD
Very attractive, .58 cal., 1861 "Special Model", 3-band, rifled musket with lockplate markings of, "1863 - US - S.N.&W.T.C. for Massachusetts". This musket was manufactured by Simon Norris and W. T. Clements for a State contract to Massachusetts. The musket has a smooth, brown/gray, aging patina and crisp action. Both sling swivels, ramrod, and long range site remain intact. The musket has a Model 1863 Springfield "S-shaped" hammer which appears to have been in place for a very long time. The soldier's last name, "Havey", is stamped three times into the wooden stock. In searching Massachusetts and New York records, we discovered that during the Civil War Era, Havey was a fairly common name there. This musket could have belonged to any one of them. The musket still has crisp action and a strong main spring and lots of original rifling. This is a very nice mid-war Civil War musket that will make a nice addition to someone's Civil War display.--$1,450.SOLD
Rich bronze-chocolate aged patina on this regulation size stamped brass Federal bugle-hunting horn "Infantry" hat pin. Never been cleaned with one of the two attachment loops still intact on the reverse.--$95.
Drop-dead beautiful, hand-me-down, non-excavated, large size, arrow hook pattern, US oval waist belt plate. This buckle has a nice, never cleaned, near chocolate patina on the face with full lead and all three attachment hooks intact on the reverse. If you have an extra Civil War Era black leather waist belt, here is the perfect US buckle to go with it.--$275.
Very nice condition, solid cast brass bullet mold for a .45 caliber "country rifle" projectile. Country rifles were carried from home by many young Confederates when they first left home for the Civil War in 1861. We rarely find country rifle projectiles in Confederate camps any later than 1863 because of issue of more standard weapons. This mold still operates perfectly and would yet mold bullets today.--$195.
Excavated, 3 inch, heart wood pine knot with Minie ball inside. This was recovered near Chickamauga, Georgia, as almost all of these are. The knot has been split so that you can separate the two sides to see the bullet inside.--$48.
Very nice condition, Model 1851, brown buff, Federal Cavalry sword beltrig complete with brass hardware and both leather sword drops. The brown buff belt remains strong with no breaks, repairs, or weak spots. This is a nicer beltrig than most that you encounter.--$850.
Extremely rare to recover, excavated, single cavity bullet mold for the .50 caliber Smith carbine. This bullet mold is out of the nationally known Civil War author, Charlie Harris's, collection. Although excavated, it remains in very nice condition and will open and close with ease. This would be a fine compliment to display with your Smith carbine or to add to your Civil War excavated artifact collection.--$395.
Absolutely beautiful, non-excavated, Model 1850 Officer's Eagle sword belt plate with integrally cast wreaths. Although non-excavated, this buckle has an aged chocolate patina rivaling many excavated examples. It has crisp detail and nice wear marks around the hook, indicating lots of actual field service. It has such a beautiful, chocolate patina that the plate would nicely fit into either an excavated or non-excavated Civil War artifact collection.--$375.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, Model 1851, cast brass, Federal Cavalryman's Eagle sword belt plate with applied silver wreath. This buckle remains in excellent condition with a nice, uncleaned, aging patina. Both the belt loop on the side and attachment hook on the reverse remain intact.--$375.
Here is an incredibly RARE item to excavate. This is a complete recovered cast brass "EAGLEHEAD" Civil War Officer's spur. This very rare spur was recovered from one of Gen. N. B. Forrest's 1863 C. S. Cavalry winter camps located near Spring Hill, TN. The spur clearly appears to have been worn on the left boot. When was the last time that you saw one of these dug !!!--$595.
Very nice condition, $5 Arkansas Treasury Warrant. This note is dated January 21, 1863, and is especially rare in that the note is printed on "Bank of the State of Arkansas - Little Rock" notes on the reverse. It is serial number 4089 and remains in very near uncirculated condition.--$150.
Small leather Federal percussion cap pouch. This pouch has both belt loops, closure tab, brass finial, and inner flap all remaining intact. The box is marked on the inside flap, "Lewiston, ME - 1862". Only a very few makers of Civil War percussion cap boxes dated them. This cap box remains pliable, and still has several percussion caps present on the inside.--$195.
Quite rare, State of Arkansas, war date note (January 6, 1864). This note is complete with strong edges, but does appear to be lightly circulated. It has the Arkansas State Seal pictured on the left-hand side of the note.--$150.
Really pretty, excavated, cast brass, Model 1851, Federal Cavalry sword belt plate. This is the style plate with applied silver wreaths and has rays going all the way around the plate. This buckle was recovered several years ago on private property near the Battle of Chickamauga and remains just as found. The plate has a pretty, brown/green patina and marks remain where the applied wreath once was. Model 1851, solid cast sword belt plates are much rarer to recover than regular lead-filled, US oval waist belt plates.--$325.SOLD
Very nice condition, original Centennial edition from the "Nashville Tennessean". One hundred years ago, Battle of Nashville, the end came on Shy's Hill. This particular paper is dated Sunday, December 6, 1964. This issue has an in-depth breakdown of the Battle of Nashville along with a full page, color map that I have personally used many times in relic hunting at the Battle of Nashville. Also found in the same old house, a 50-year-old Kurtz & Allison print of the Battle of Pea Ridge, Arkansas. The print has aged to an attractive, cream/tan color and will frame nicely for your relic room.--$38 plus shipping for both items.
Very nice condition, Model 1850, Federal Foot Officer's sword in original leather scabbard. The blade remains clean and bright, just beginning to darken with age in areas. The blade is marked, "Clauberg - Solingen and Iron Proof". The engraving remains clearly visible from top to bottom of the blade. The grip retains original shark skin, and the brass guard has a pleasing aged patina. It is in its original leather scabbard that is complete with no breaks or repairs and has lots of wear in the ring mounts and on the tip of the brass drag. This is a sword that clearly saw LOTS of actual Civil War field service.--$975.
VERY RARE, 1862 date, $2 State of Louisiana note issued at Baton Rouge, PRINTED ON THE REVERSE OF A SHEET OF BANK OF TEXAS NOTES. This would be a fine addition to either a Louisiana or Texas collection. The note is only lightly circulated and is complete with crisp edges. It is serial number 19521.--$150.SOLD
Large, 1/4th plate, glass ambrotype of a full standing view Federal Infantry soldier. He is wearing a 9-button Enlisted man's frock coat, kepi, US beltrig with cross belt and breastplate and has his Springfield musket standing alongside with bayonet in place. The image has good clarity but is flaking just a little bit in a couple of places. Although the image isn't in a case, it has full brass matting and glass ready to go into a hard-image case.--$125.SOLD
Complete Civil War era civilian leather horse bridle of the exact type often taken from home by young Confederates leaving their homes and plantations in the South for the Civil War. With this bridle comes an entire collection of civilian bridle "heart rosettes" of the exact type that we often recover in early Civil War Confederate Cavalry camp sites. This nice grouping would be an excellent addition to any Confederate Cavalry display.--$250. FOR ALL
Very nice condition, complete, Model 1858, smooth type, Civil War canteen with nice condition butternut cover, original stopper, and original linen sling still intact. There appears to be soldier's initials around the pewter spout cut in with a pen knife.--$425.
Militia style, tin drum canteen, 5 inches in diameter, and 1 1/2 inches in width. The canteen has a single belt loop attachment on the reverse. I have always heard that small type canteens like this one often carried whiskey rather than water. This is out of a deep South estate and was very likely Confederate carried.--$295.
Very pretty, complete, excavated, Federal Enlistedman's brass shoulder epaulet. It is very difficult to recover an epaulet in complete condition like this one. This example was recovered over 40 years ago from private property near Shiloh.--$95.
Nice condition, early battlefield pick-up, .69 cal., Model 1816, triangular, friction fit, socket bayonet. This was a battlefield pick-up from here at Stones River picked up just a few years after the battle. Rusty as found, but remains very stable. This type bayonet was extensively used here at Stones River by Confederate Infantry.--$125.
Very nice condition, lightly circulated, February 17, 1864, "horses pulling cannons", Confederate $10 bill. This is a T-68 and is serial number 79231. A number of collectors consider this to be one of the prettiest of all Confederate notes.--$50.SOLD
Very nice, lightly circulated condition, Confederate Feb. 17, 1864 $20. Dollar note picturing the State Capitol in Nashville, TN. This note has crisp detail and just enough wear to show that it was actually circulated. This particular note is serial number 27174.--$89.SOLD
Very nice condition, February 17, 1864, "T66" Confederate $50 note picturing President Jefferson Davis in the center. This note has nice pink color and is serial number 65762. The note appears to be uncirculated or very near to it. In addition, this note has the red "Department of Treasury" stamp in the lower left.--$125.
Quite rare, excavated PAIR of Isaac Campbell Confederate knapsack hooks. This set includes both the J-hook portion and the portion which the J-hook connects to. This set was recovered from 1862 - 1863 Confederate camps located along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee.--$95. for the pair.SOLD
Very nice condition, large size, US oval waist belt plate on its original, black leather waist belt. The US buckle has a rich, bronze/brown, never cleaned, aged patina, and the brass belt adjustor remains perfectly intact. On this belt rig is the original, brown leather percussion cap box. The box remains in very nice, pliable condition and is maker marked, "J.B. Thaxter - Portland, ME - 1862". The percussion box still has the original nipple pick, and there are original percussion caps still inside. This is a very nice example of a regulation US Infantry Enlistedman's waist belt rig with clear indication of actual service.--$695.
Original, very nice condition, Confederate States of America newspaper. This is the Friday, July 12, 1861, issue of "The Daily Journal - Wilmington, North Carolina". Content is quite varied, including numerous medical miracle drugs and quite a number of "arms" for sale, including Smith & Wesson, Allen & Wheelock, pistols with bowie attached, and Maynard rifles all offered for cash. With this newspaper, you are reading exactly the same news that a citizen would have been in 1861.--$125.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, Eagle "R" (Rifleman) Officer's button. This button has 100% bright gold gilt remaining with the shank intact on the reverse and is backmarked, "Horstmann and Allien - NY".--$95.
Very ornate, October 10, 1862, State of Louisiana $5 note. This note was printed in Baton Rouge and has a very ornate, symbolic scene in the center and a mother Pelican feeding her young on the left-hand side (just like on the Louisiana buttons and Louisiana waist belt buckle). The note remains in solid, crisp condition but does have a little chipping on the upper left corner.--$75.
Large 1/4th plate tintype of a full-standing pose Union soldier. He is wearing a "4-button sack coat". The photo has good clarity and remains quite stable with practically no emulsion flaking at all.--Only $125.
Two beautiful condition, excavated, rare Confederate bullets recovered on private property near Shiloh. One of the bullets is a .69 cal., 3-ring "Belgian" Minie, and the second projectile is a dropped, Confederate, .69 cal. Towers. Both projectiles are excellent examples.--$78 for both.
Nice, clear, war date, Brady/Anthony New York CDV of Federal Major General Nathaniel P. Banks. Brady images are among the more sought after Civil War photographers.--$95.
Extremely rare, College Hill Arsenal, Confederate Foot Officer's sword and original scabbard. The sword has a nice, clean blade with faint traces of original Confederate engraving. The cast brass Foot Officer's guard remains in perfect condition with a never-cleaned, rich, aged, bronze patina. The leather grip remains in nice condition as well, but we feel it may have had the leather restored during the 1960's era. The original scabbard remains with the sword with no breaks or weak spots and all brass mounts intact. This would be a museum quality addition to any Civil War Confederate collection.--$7,950.
Extremely rare, scissor type, Confederate used, .65 cal., Hanoverian bullet mold. This rare mold remains in perfect condition and is out of the personal collection of Civil War author, Charlie Harris. It will be a fine addition to any Civil War collection.--$395.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, cuff size, Eagle "A" (Artillery) with Horstmann backmark and 100% bright gold gilt.--$25.
Beautiful condition (near uncirculated), Confederate, February 17, 1864, (horses pulling the cannon) $10 note. The most interesting thing about this note is that it appears to have two different serial numbers on the same note (20951 at one location and 30951 at another location.--$75.SOLD
Extremely rare, but unfortunately quite faded, "S. Anderson - New Orleans" CDV of Confederate Cavalry General John Hunt Morgan. This is a really hard one to get and very unfortunate that it is so faded, but on the bright side - priced right.--$125.SOLD
Confederate tin drum canteen with original linen strap. The canteen measures 6 3/4 inches by 2 inches. It has all three sling strap holders intact as well as the tin spout and cork stopper. There appears to be some soldier initials in old brown ink on the linen sling.--$795.
Excavated, 2-piece, Confederate Block "I" (Infantry) button. This button has a smooth, chocolate brown patina with the rusty iron reverse still intact. It was recovered from General Lucius Polk's 1862 - 1863 winter Brigade camp located near Tullahoma, Tennessee. This button was recovered only a couple of days ago.--$85.
Beautiful condition, uncirculated "Lucy Pickens" Confederate $100 note. This is the February 17, 1864, issue note with the standing Confederate soldier pictured on the lower left and Lucy Pickens in the center. This note is a T-65 and is serial number 51894.--$150.
Beautifully ornate, $5 note from "The Bank of East Tennessee - Knoxville". This note is dated January 1, 1855, and is in near uncirculated condition. It is serial number 1421.--$150.
Civil War Era CDV of Private John W. Archer of 1st Regiment, Co. B, New Jersey Infantry. This photograph was taken by Wenderoth and Taylor, Philadelphia, and has a 2 cent revenue tax stamp on the reverse. This is a full standing view.--$75.
1/6th plate, fully cased, Ambrotype of a Union soldier. He is seated and wearing a 9-button frock coat. The image remains in nice condition with good clarity and hardly any flaking at all.--$150.
Very attractive and quite rare to find in complete condition, 1/9th plate, ornate black thermoplastic photograph case. This is an "Improved Union Case" by "S. Peck & Company". The case comes complete with patriotic brass matting and glass. The brass matting bears the logo, "The Union Now and Forever.--$150.
Original Civil War CDV of Confederate General P. G. T. Beauregard. It is an "E. & H. T. Anthony" Photographic Studio, New York image. This CDV remains in nice condition and is signed, but we are unsure if it is indeed General Beauregard's signature or not. The signature is positively written in era-old brown ink.--$150.SOLD
Quite rare, blacksmith crafted, Confederate CARRIED Cavalry saber. This saber was crafted using a "Dog River", unstopped fuller, Confederate manufactured blade with a pre-war, 1840,"Old Wristbreaker" guard and pommel cap. The saber was carried in a Model 1840, iron-mounted wristbreaker scabbard. A couple of sword collecting friends and myself were looking at the scabbard, and we noticed that the two iron ring mounts are soldered into place. This is a trait sometimes associated with the Palmetto sabers out of Columbia, South Carolina. It is a classic example of the extreme lengths that the South went to to arm their Cavalry.--$1,450.SOLD
Very attractive condition, T39, Confederate $100 note with "straight steam" coming out of the locomotive. This note is serial number 31885 and is dated August 12, 1862. The note is only lightly circulated with good, strong edges.--$125.
Very attractive, Model 1850, Federal Field & Staff Officer's sword and original leather scabbard. The blade has darkened with age, but you can still clearly see the full engraving on both sides of the blade. The blade is marked, "Iron Proof" on the top which indicates that it is a German contract and imported. The cast-brass guard has the classic staff cut out "US" and a beautiful, rich, never cleaned, bronze/brown patina overall. The grip retains full Ray Skin wrap and three strand wire. The sword remains in its original leather scabbard, but the brass top mount and the brass drag have been lost somewhere over the last 150 years. This Field and Staff Officer's sword shows clear evidence of actual use and will be a very nice addition to someone's Civil War collection.--$895.
Very nice condition, Confederate "Negroes chopping cotton" $100 note. This note is serial number 102364 and appears to be uncirculated or very near to it. The note is out of Richmond, Virginia, and is dated December 11, 1862. This is a very nice example of one of the more sought after Confederate notes.--$175.SOLD
Very nice condition, February 17, 1864, "T66" Confederate $50 note picturing President Jefferson Davis in the center. This note has nice pink color and is serial number 57355. The note appears to be uncirculated or very near to it.--$125.
Very attractive "T-43" Confederate $2. note depicting the "South Striking The North" with green overprint. The note is circulated, but remains complete and sound, and is a note that is becoming rarer to see available.--$89.
Beautiful, extremely ornate graphics, State Bank of South Carolina $10 note. This note was issued out of Charleston in February of 1860. The graphics show several sailing ships in Charleston Harbor. This would be a very nice addition to any South Carolina collection.--$85.SOLD
Very ornate, March of 1863, $5 State of Louisiana mid-Civil War note. I am unsure of the meaning of the graphics in the center of the note, but it appears to be a warrior with his foot on an Eagle's neck, holding the Eagle down, with a drawn sword about to run through a young lady on the ground. This note was issued out of Shreveport, Louisiana, on March 10, 1863.--$75.
Very sought after, Model 1840, "Ames" Old Wristbreaker Heavy Cavalry saber and scabbard. The blade has a smooth, brown/gray patina just beginning to darken with age. The blade is marked, "Ames Mfg Co - Chicopee Mass - 1856", and on the reverse, "US - ADK". Ames Heavy Cavalry sabers were extensively used by both Union and Confederate Cavalry forces during the Civil War. On this saber, the outside branch of the guard is bent forward indicating that at some point the horse went down on top of it. This is an excellent artifact with clear proof that it "saw the elephant".--$975.
Very nice condition, small, leather, Federal percussion cap pouch. The leather remains smooth and pliable with a "US" embossed on the outside flap. Both belt loops, closure tab, brass finial, inner flap, and nipple pick all remain intact. This is an unusually pretty little cap box with a number of original percussion caps left inside.--$195.SOLD
Very pretty condition, 1855 date, Bank of East Tennessee/Knoxville $5 note. This note is serial number 445 and is one that you do not often see.--$125.
Very nice, lightly circulated condition, Confederate Feb. 17, 1864 $20. Dollar note picturing the State Capitol in Nashville, TN. This note has crisp detail and just enough wear to show that it was actually circulated.--$89.
Nice clear, full standing pose CDV of Private David B. Parsels of Co. F, 107th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry. This photograph was taken by J. E. Canfield and appears to be an early war photograph.--$75.
Full standing pose CDV of Private George Nash of Co. B, 12th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. Private Nash was KIA at Cedar Creek, Virginia, in January of 1864.--$75.SOLD
CDV of Confederate Major General Albert Sidney Johnston. General Johnston was KIA at Shiloh in 1862.--$89.SOLD
Excavated soldier's pocket mirror that was hand crafted by folding a brass back around a portion of a broken pocket mirror. The brass back has initials carved on the reverse. This artifact was recovered from a Confederate camp located near Tunnel Hill, Georgia, by Dr. Rees Buttram about 40 years ago. The brass back is about the weight of a stamped brass Confederate buckle, and it is possible that the Confederate soldier might have used a stamped brass Confederate buckle to form the back of his mirror. This is a very cool excavated soldier's personal item that was very meaningful to the Confederate soldier in the field.--$75.
Hand crafted Confederate side knife blade formed from a file. This was recovered about 30 years ago by Dr. Rees Buttram from a Confederate winter camp located near Dalton, GA.--$75.SOLD
Absolutely mint beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size Eagle "R" (Rifleman) button. This button retains literally 100% bright gold gilt and is backmarked, "Waterbury/Extra Button Co." The shank remains perfectly intact.--$95.
Very nice condition, excavated, coat size, three piece, New York Staff button. This button was recovered from General Joe Hooker's New York Infantry camps located in Wauhatchie Valley near Chattanooga, Tennessee. The face has crisp detail, a chocolate brown patina, and nice gold gilt.--$48.SOLD
Extremely rare, excavated, 1788 (as best as I can tell), "Connecticut Copper". This is the oldest American produced coin that I have ever had to offer for sale. Detail is only fair, but considering that this coin is 231 years old and spent the last 150 years underground, I suspect it is in about as nice condition as one could hope for. It has a smooth, chocolate patina with just a little green, and displays very nicely.--$85.
Very nice condition, $3 Texas Treasury Warrant note that was authorized December 15, 1863, but was not printed and issued until February 10, 1865. The note remains in excellent, near uncirculated condition.--$89.
Very rare, Confederate Central Government, T-26, Confederate $10 note with the solid red "XX" overprint. This note remains in excellent, near uncirculated condition.--$195.
Very nice condition, 1840 - 1860 era, 8 inch brass powder flask. These were often carried from home to the Civil War by young Confederate recruits early in the war. This example remains in nice condition with an attractive, aged patina.--$75.
8 inch, Civil War Era, leather shot flask with a "hanging game" scene impressed. These leather shot flasks were very common carrying buck shot for game hunting prior to and during the Civil War. Early in the Civil War, many young Confederates left home carrying the family fowling rifle along with the brass powder flask and leather shot flask. This is an inexpensive item that displays much nicer than it costs.--$55.
CDV of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, fresh out of a Winchester, Virginia estate. This is a shoulder and head view with his three General's stars clearly visible. The image has no backmark.--$295.SOLD
Nice condition, regulation, large size, US oval, lead-filled waist belt plate on original black leather waist belt with brass adjustor remaining perfectly intact. This was likely worn by an Ohio Infantry soldier as it recently was purchased at a Central Ohio estate sale. The buckle itself remains in beautiful condition with a rich, never cleaned, bronze/brown patina. The reverse has full lead and all three attachment hooks intact. The belt itself remains pliable with no breaks or weak spots and will be a fine addition to someone's collection.--$550.
Excavated, coat size, Confederate Local, North Carolina State Seal. This button was recovered from a Confederate camp on private property near Fayetteville, North Carolina. It is solid as a rock with a smooth, chocolate brown patina and shank intact. There is one very lightly pushed area that keeps the button from being 100% spectacular, but it is still a very pretty North Carolina, coat size Confederate Local.--$125.
Mint, beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, "C.S.A.", Confederate officer's button. This button retains near 100% bright gold gilt with shank intact on the reverse, and backmarked "Superior Quality".--$250.
Absolutely beautiful condition pair of coat size, super rare, Confederate Officer buttons (CS41A). These two Confederate Officer buttons were turned into cuff links following the war and were purchased at a Mobile, Alabama, estate sale about 30 years ago. Each button retains 90+% original bright gold gilt. Each of these uniform buttons would sell for well over $2,000 if they had been left in their original state as buttons. Now as a pair, and both in stunning condition--$1,950. for both.
Uncommonly nice condition saber bayonet in its original leather sheath, correct for the Remington Zouave rifle. The blade remains sparkling bright without even one hint of rust or darkening. The heavy cast brass guard remains perfect as well and has a nice, untouched, bronze patina. The original leather scabbard is complete and in nice condition, but the stitched seam has opened up in areas. This would be an excellent compliment to display with your Remington Zouave rifle.--$395.
Very nice condition, regulation Civil War Cavalry bit with both brass rosettes intact. This bit was found in an old log barn here in Murfreesboro near where "Camp Stanley" was located during the Civil War. Camp Stanley was the 1862 - 1863 Federal Winter Cavalry camp. This bit very likely originated with this large Federal Cavalry Winter camp site located here at Murfreesboro.--$195.
Beautiful condition, excavated, coat size, Confederate, Lined "A" button. It has a "Superior Quality" backmark and has the shank intact. It was recovered on private property at the site of the Confederate 1863 Artillery Park a few miles out Lewisburg Pike from Shelbyville. This is a first class example of a quite rare CS button to recover.--$350.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, heavy cast brass, single-cavity bullet mold for making "country rifle" type bullets. Many young Confederates, when they first left home for the Civil War in 1861, left home carrying the family country rifle, and in many cases, were forced to field mold ammunition for these "brought from home" weapons. We have recovered "country rifled" type bullets from Confederate camps dating at least to the end of 1863. This is a quite heavy brass bullet mold and has enough brass to make at least two or three CSA rectangle buckles.--$175.
Drop dead mint beautiful uncirculated Confederate Feb. 17, 1864 $20. Dollar note picturing the State Capitol in Nashville, TN. You will not see a more pristine example.--$125.SOLD
Civil War date, Bank of West Tennessee, $20 note. This note is dated September 6, 1861, and has beautiful graphics of a steamboat going down the Mississippi River. The note remains in excellent condition and has a small hole where it was "cut-canceled". If you are a Civil War collector from West Tennessee, this would be a very nice addition to your collection.--$125.
Super Rare to recover. This is a REALLY NICE condition excavated high copper content -"single hole" Confederate Richmond Musket nosecap. This is the first one of these that I have seen recovered in ages.--$95.
Very sought after 42 inch in length Civil War "War-log" that was recovered many years ago from private property near Antietam. This log has two visible bullets that have been exposed. Both hullets are Williams Cleaner bullets. The War Log has been cleaned and coated, and is ready for permanent display. Through most of its length it is from 7 to 9 inches through. Nice War Logs often run several thousand dollars. This is a nice one, and at a very reasonable price.--$850.SOLD
Fresh out of a Central Illinois estate, Model 1873, 45 - 70 caliber, "trap door", Springfield rifle. This rifle has a smooth, attic brown patina tip to tip and remains just as it has been for many, many years. With the rifle, comes an original, triangular, socket bayonet complete with a partial leather scabbard. This old trap door rifle remains absolutely untouched with tiny specks of paint where the rooms in which it was stored have been painted several times over the years. This is an historic, old, untouched, Model 1873, Springfield trap door.--$850.
Quite scarce, and in very nice condition, original, large size, lead-filled, puppy paw hook pattern, US oval waist belt plate with a portion of the original, leather belt. This US belt buckle and partial belt was purchased many years ago from an estate sale in New Hampshire. The lead-filled US belt buckle has a tiny "NH" carved into the lead on the reverse. This is a very nice artifact and would be a great addition to any Civil War collection.--$325.
Very, very rare, 206-year-old newspaper from Georgetown, District of Columbia, and dated October 20, 1813. This newspaper is titled, "Federal Republican and Commercial Gazette". The ads in this newspaper are truly eye-opening. For example, "$50 reward for runaway near Hagerstown, Washington County, Maryland. A Negro slave who calls himself, Bill, about 5' 6" or 7" high, rather of a lighter complexion than the generality of blacks -- extremely awkward and ungraceful in his address and particularly his walk, and has a wild, suspicious stare when approached." There are many more ads of this nature pertaining to slave runaways.--$95.
One excavated sword belt plate keeper and one sword belt adjuster buckle. These artifacts were all recovered from one of John Hunt Morgan's 1863 winter Confederate cavalry camps near Liberty, Tennessee. All are in nice condition, with no breaks or cracks.--$45.
Nice condition, non-excavated, stamped brass "Hardee" hatpin. These were worn to hold up one side of the Model 1858 Hardee hat. This example is in nice condition with one of the small brass loops remaining intact.--$175.
Very attractive, 1840 - 1860 era, "hanging game", brass, 8 inch powder flask. This flask was made by American Flask and Cap Company and shows clear signs of actually being carried. The spring to the top measuring device is still strong and works perfectly.--$95.
Hand carved brass device recovered from an 1863, Army of Tennessee winter camp near Tullahoma, Tennessee, by Kenny Banks. Some relic collectors who have seen this feel it to be a soldier, hand-carved, "snake" -- while others feel that it is a hand made brass tool for pulling leather stitching through leather, making repairs in the field. I can't say for sure which it is, but I can say it is --$35.
Fresh out of an Illinois estate sale, 1819 dated, .69 cal., Prussian Potsdam, 3-band, rifled musket originally produced in Flintlock and converted to percussion and rifled. The Governors of both Illinois and Ohio ordered the purchase of several thousand of these obsolete, old muskets and issued them to State Troops heading off to the Civil War in 1861. The muskets were soon found to be extremely heavy and not very accurate in comparison with the .58cal., Model 1855 and Model 1861 Springfield 3-band, rifled muskets. This musket shows clear signs of many campaigns but remains completely functional, and the hammer locks in both half-cock and full-cock. With this musket comes an original, 1862 Ordnance document showing the purchase of 74 new Prussian muskets for the 63rd Illinois Volunteer Infantry. Also with this musket comes a small display containing a rare, .69 cal., 2-ring, Prussian projectile and two original musket percussion caps. Altogether, this will make a museum quality display.--$1,150.
Quite attractive, 6 inch by 9 inch, albumin image of a Federal Lieutenant standing with full equipment in front of a tent scene. This image remains framed in the original, antique oval frame that it was in when it came out of the New York estate. The image has some fading due to light, but everything remains completely clear enough to see and recognize.--$250.
Absolutely flawless, beautiful, non-excavated, great coat size, Federal Eagle "C" (Cavalry) button. This button has 100% bright gold gilt with shank perfect and intact and rare "Treble Gilt" backmark.--$89.
Absolutely flawless perfect, great coat size, gilted, Federal Eagle "D" (Dragoon) uniform button. This button has 100% bright gold gilt with shank perfect and intact, and is backmarked, "Mintzer - Phila."--$175.
Quite rare, non-excavated, MAKER MARKED, Hi-Port Federal Cavalry bit with both brass US rosettes intact. The bit is maker marked, "Jos. Baldwin - Newark". This is a local barn find and was likely used by General David Stanley's Federal Cavalry while stationed here at Murfreesboro, Tennessee, in 1863. The bottom cross bar has been intentionally removed as was often done.--$195.
Very nice condition Manhattan .36 cal. Navy Model Revolver. This is a very scarce Series "5" Manhattan Navy with the 6-shot cylinder, and 6 1/2 inch barrel. It has an all matching serial number of "4930" which was manufactured in mid 1867 for Indian War service. There were a total of less than 9000 of these ever made. It has near 100 % original cylinder engraving, and still has bluing in recessed areas. This is a quite rare revolver, and in very nice condition.--$975.
Just in - Really nice dark brown leather "Rope Braid" saber knot. This is out of a local Southern estate, and was at one time on an ancestor's "Dog River" Confederate Cavalry saber. I'll bet that somewhere out there is a nice "Dog River", or "Memphis Novelty Works", or "Kenansville saber" just begging to have this beautiful knot on it. --$375.
Quite rare and very attractive, 8 inch, "basket weave", copper powder flask. This flask dates the 1840 - 1860 era, has intricate detail, and a gently aging patina. Many collectors have historically believed this to be one of the most attractive pattern antique powder flasks.--$95.SOLD
A recent recovery from private property here at Stones River just down the road from the shop. Beautiful, snow-white, dropped, triangle base, Confederate used, .69 cal., French projectile. This has always been one of my favorite bullets to recover; the triangle cavity is so distinctive.--$38.
Excavated "general service" brass waist belt buckle, coat size Confederate "Block I" Infantry button, and coat size Confederate used floral button. These three artifacts were all recovered together in General Lucius Polk's, winter of 1863, Army of Tennessee Brigade camp located near Tullahoma, Tennessee. Two of these three items were non-military and privately acquired mostly from the soldier's homes. The two-piece Confederate "I" (Infantry) button is standard CS military issue and was issued in quantity in Tullahoma, Tennessee, during this time. This display is perfectly representative of the typical buttons and buckle being worn by a large percentage of the Army of Tennessee - CSA - in 1863.--$125.
1/6th plate, Ambrotype of a seated, Union Corporal wearing an Enlistedman's 9-button frock coat. The image has good clarity but is just a little bit darker than what would be optimum.--$150.
Excavated Confederate "I" {Infantry button} and two excavated silver coins - {a "1783" Spanish Reale - and a bust half dime with a hole through part of the date} For the Confederate "I" button and both silver coins.--$125.
Nice condition, Model 1855, .58 cal., leather Federal cartridge box. The box remains quite supple and has the original, lead-filled US cartridge box plate remaining intact. As was quite often the case, the soldier removed the inside flap to provide quicker access to his ammunition. Both cartridge tins remain intact as well as leather closure tab, brass finial, both iron roller buckles, and both leather belt loops on the reverse. This box is literally nice enough to almost still use today.--$475.
Original Civil War Soldier's Discharge. This discharge is to Private Charles Joy of the 44th Regiment - MASS. VOL. INF. and is dated June 18, 1863, and is discharged due to expiration of his term of service. This document will frame up very nicely.--$65.SOLD
Excellent condition pair of excavated, cased artifacts. One of the two items is a Springfield combination musket tool. The second item is a two-piece, brass sword hanger from a Model 1851, Federal Cavalryman's sword belt rig. Both these artifacts were recovered over 40 years ago by Dr. Rees Buttram on private property near Chickamauga, Georgia.--$45.
Absolutely beautiful condition, non-excavated, large size, lead filled, "US" Oval cartridge box plate. This plate has an untouched, rich, aged patina with loops on the reverse, 2 1/2 inches apart. If you have a Federal cartridge box needing a plate, and this one will fit, it is a gem.--$225.
Excellent condition, framed original Federal soldier's discharge from service. The discharge is for Private William H. H. Badkin. Private Badkin was a member of the 58th Regiment of Indiana Volunteers. He was discharged on January 24, 1864, at Loudon, Tennessee. Private Badkin was being discharged so that he could reenlist as a Veteran Volunteer. Private Badkin was 21 years of age, 5 ft. 11 in. tall, with light complexion, light hair, and blue eyes. This document would be a very nice addition to your collection.--$75.SOLD
Nice, complete, small leather Federal percussion cap pouch. The leather remains pliable with closure tab and brass finial intact as well as both belt loops on the reverse. The box still contains a number of original percussion caps inside.--$175.
Just brought in by a local family, a T-20 CSA Confederate note, dated September 2, 1861, serial number 545, with Alexander Stephens pictured in the lower left, and, in the center, Industry, Cupid, and Beehive. The note is lightly circulated but remains complete with good, strong edges.--$85.
Really nice Enfield display with an original, brass, Enfield tompion with cork intact. Second, an original .577 Enfield projectile that was extracted using a "ball puller",. We have displayed the find with an original ball puller with the bullet.--$125 for the entire display.
Very pretty, non-excavated, crossed sabers, regulation, Federal, Cavalry hatpin. The face has a nice, uncleaned, bronze/brown patina, and the reverse has two of the four brass attachment loops still intact. The pin displays beautifully.--$295.
.32 cal. 6 shot "Luicius Pond" iron frame revolver. These were Civil War era production rimfire revolvers, and were eventually ruled an infringement on the Smith and Wesson Patent and production stopped. This is an attractive example, but is missing the trigger, and thus needs a little TLC. Priced RIGHT though !!--$295.
Complete Model 1851 N.C.O. leather waist belt with the original brass keeper, and brass adjuster hook on the other end. Perfect if you have a nice non-excavated Model 1851 cast brass eagle sword belt plate to put with it. The belt has one weak spot reenforced from the back, but is solid and pliable otherwise--$195.
Civil War Discharge and Pay Voucher dated March 12, 1862 for Private Edwin Teal. Teal served from Jan.1, 1862 until March 12, 1862. He was discharged due to disability. Private Teal was in Co. "B" - 4th New York Cavalry Regiment. There are two documents.--$45. for both
Virtually drop dead beautiful MINT large size "puppy-paw" U.S. oval waist belt plate on it's original mint unissued brown buff leather belt. This belt rig was no nicer 150 years ago than it is today !!--$695.
Very interesting, hand-written letter from L. W. Webb who was the Official Auditor of the State of Virginia CONFEDERATE Senate written to a friend from the CONFEDERATE "Hall of the Convention" in Alexandria, Virginia, December 12, 1864. This is actually a quite rare document in that it was written from the Convention Hall and is Civil War dated.--$125.
Quite rare, Model 1819, .54 cal., smooth bore "horse pistol" that was converted from flintlock to percussion for Confederate Civil War use by M. A. Baker of Fayetteville, North Carolina. M. A. Baker converted numerous early flintlock weapons from flintlock to percussion using a distinctive method of screwing a drum style bolster directly into the barrel and using an early percussion fowling rifle type hammer that he purchased from Europe. This ancient weapon remains totally untouched just as it was used 150 years ago during the Civil War.--$1,250.
"1861" date brass handle saber bayonet and scabbard (the leather scabbard is broken at two places) but is all there and displays nicely, and is correct for the Remington Zouave rifled musket. The blade has an attractive - gently aging grey-brown patina, and is marked "1861 - Collins and Co. - Hartford, Conn." The bayonet and scabbard displays very nicely just as it is, or the leather scabbard could definitely be restored. Here is a GREAT buy on a saber bayonet that you very seldom see.--$325.
Excavated, regulation, Federal Cavalry bit. This bit remains complete with both cast brass US rosettes remaining intact. It was recently found in a old log barn near the battlefield here at Stones River. It was no doubt picked up on the field after the battle and ended up out in the barn. It is a rarity to find a Civil War Era Cavalry bit surviving intact. The bit has a smooth, brown patina but is not pitted nearly as severely as it would have been if recovered from under the ground. Every Civil War collection should have a nice Cavalry bit.--$175.
Excellent condition, excavated, brass matting for a 1/6th plate ambrotype or tintype. This matting was recovered by Wayne Tucker from a Confederate camp located near Mobile, Alabama. We have displayed the matting with a photo of Gen. N. B. Forrest housed in a glass display case.--$35.SOLD
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, 1840 - 1860 era pattern, large size, lead-filled "puppy paw hook style" US oval waist belt plate. The buckle has a nice, uncleaned, aged patina with numerous tiny dings and marks from actual field service. The reverse is lead filled with "puppy paw style" hooks with all three hooks remaining intact. This is a very nice example that clearly saw service.--$295.
Excellent condition excavated small brass "Acorn". This was recovered many years ago from the camp of the Federal 14th Army Corp. -Army Of The Cumberland - here in the Western Theater. The acorn was the Corp Badge for this unit. Many years ago Nita dug almost a twin to this one in one of their camps here.--$195.
Excavated iron Confederate cartridge box roller buckle with a good size root growing right through it. This was recovered by Wayne Tucker from a Confederate camp near Mobile, AL.--$38.
Absolutely beautiful condition, Model 1851, cast brass, Federal Eagle sword belt plate. This buckle has crisp detail on the face with a pleasing, aged, brass patina with the three-piece silver wreath remaining perfectly intact. The reverse has the hook intact with deep wear from Civil War use. This is as pretty an example of a Civil War Model 1851 sword belt plate as you are going to see.--$375.
Rare to find, CDV of Gen. William T. Sherman with "C.G. BRUCE & PRESTON - AUTHORIZED ARMY AND NAVY WAR CLAIM AGENTS" on the reverse of the card. Various businesses during the Civil War and immediately following paid to have their advertisements on the reverse of famous Civil War personality CDV's. This example remains in very nice, complete condition.--$55.SOLD
Pair of Civil War Era Victorian Age ladies in classic 1850 - 1860 "off-shoulder" gowns. I believe that these two ladies are likely sisters in that they have similar facial traits. Both gowns are exquisite. One of the images is backmarked, "J.W. Molton - Artist - 214 Essex St. - Salem, Mass". The other is backmarked, "C. Seaver, Jr. - Photographer - 27 Tremont Rd. - Boston".--BOTH IMAGES--$48.
Beautiful collection of carved and whittled projectiles recovered by my old hunting buddy, Wayne Tucker, from Confederate camps on private property in and around Mobile, Alabama. There are a total of 54 projectiles nicely displayed in a glass face walnut display case. There are hundreds of hours of hard relic hunting represented in this display case.--$250.
Very pretty, non-excavated, 1840 era, large size, US oval lead-filled waist belt plate. This buckle has a smooth, clean face with full lead fill in the reverse and is of the "early puppy-paw" hook style with all three attachment hooks remaining intact.--$275.
Excellent condition, hand blacksmith crafted, 14 1/2 inch overall with a 9 inch blade, Confederate sideknife. The knife has a walnut grip with a brass ferrule and will make a fine addition to your Confederate weapons display.--$695.
Absolutely beautiful condition, non-excavated, large size, lead-filled, US oval arrow-hook waist belt plate. This buckle has a pleasing, aged patina on the face, nice body curve, full lead in the reverse, and all three attachment hooks perfectly intact. They don't get much nicer than this one.--$275.
Extremely rare, non-excavated, 17 inch, Confederate fighting knife made from an extremely scarce Cook & Brother saber type bayonet. This fighting knife is finely crafted and is referred to by exact serial number "159" on page 299 of the reference book, Confederate and Southern Agent Marked Shotguns by Russ Pritchard and John Ashworth. There is thought to be less than ten Confederate side knives made from Cook & Brother saber bayonets in existence. I am including a copy of the reference book along with this rare Confederate fighting knife.--$1,950.SOLD
Original, smooth type, Model 1858, Civil War canteen with complete butternut cover as well as the original stopper and chain. It is becoming rarer and rarer to find Civil War canteens with their wool covers remaining intact.--$250.
Excellent U.S. artillery vent pick priming wire for cannon. It was used to puncture the powder bag through the vent at the rear of the tube so that when the fuse friction primer ignited, the cannon would fire. It is 24" in length overall for a very large gun.--$75.SOLD
Very attractive, excavated, coat size, 2-piece, Confederate Block "I" (Infantry) button recovered by Kenny Banks from General Hardee's 1862 - 1863 Army of Tennessee winter camps near Tullahoma, Tennessee. The face has a pleasing, uncleaned, brown/green patina.--$95.
Very pretty original regulation issue Federal Infantry enlistedman's belt rig inclding the large size lead filled arrow hook U.S. oval waist belt plate on the original Federal black harness leather waist belt with the original brass belt adjuster still intact. With this belt rig came a pretty condition and quite rare pattern Federal small leather percussion cap pouch. The cap pouch is in very nice condition with caps still inside, and also the musket nipple pick is still inside. What makes this cap pouch special is that it has the large "U.S." stamp on the outside flap of the box.-- Belt rig complete with U.S. buckle and cap pouch included.--$750. Original U.S. buckle on belt, but WITHOUT leather percussion capbox.-- $595. Original U.S. cap pouch with large "U.S." mark, nipple pick still inside, and original caps still inside.--$195.
Very pretty excavated Confederate "Leech and Rigdon" (Memphis Novelty Works) C.S. cavalry enlistedman's spur. This spur was recovered several years back from a Confederate Cavalry camp located on private property near Chickamauga, GA.--$295.
Absolutely beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, Confederate Officer "CSA" button. This is a CS81-B in Albert, the reverse is backmarked "Superior Quality," and the shank remains perfectly intact.--$225.
Very attractive, excavated, chocolate brown, Federal Eagle breast plate. This was recovered several years ago on private property here at the Battle of Stones River. The lead was chipping out in a couple of areas on the reverse and has been stabilized. Many years ago, it was reasonably common to recover a breast plate, but it is quite a rarity to find one these days.--$165.
Very nice condition CDV with waist-up pose of Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard. This CDV has a quite rare "Brady's National Portrait Gallery" backmark.--$195.
Small display containing an excavated Enfield musket tompion with part of the cork still intact, together with a hand-made soldier's lead poker chip marked with an "X" (meaning 10). These items were both recovered by Kenny Banks from 1863 winter camps of Hardee's Corp. Army of Tennessee located near Tullahoma, Tennessee.--$65 for the entire display.
Very nice condition, $50 Civil War Confederate Loan document. The document is dated March 10, 1863. This loan bond was actually issued and is serial number 2537, and the last interest coupon redeemed was January 1, 1865. This is a very nice piece of Confederate and Civil War history and will frame beautifully.--$150.
Very nice condition, straight razor of the typical ones used in the Civil War. Markings on this straight razor, however, suggest this example dates about 1890. Still, it displays very nicely in a camp scene display.--$25.
War date Civil War letter (June 6, 1863) written from a father to his daughter. The father is in Chicago attending a National Medical Conference, and he is writing his daughter back in Philadelphia, PA. The letter is written in old brown ink and gives general news of the father's visit to Chicago for the National Medical Conference. The letter remains in its original, stamped envelope and is in very nice condition.--$25.
Very attractive, excavated, coat size, Confederate droop-wing Eagle Staff Officer button. This button was recovered from Gen. Hardee's 1863 Army of Tennessee winter camps located around Tullahoma, Tennessee. It has a smooth, brown patina with no dents and slight traces of gold gilt. The reverse has the typical Confederate local depressed channel, and the iron shank remains perfectly intact. This would be a quality addition to any Confederate collection.--$225.
Very pretty, excavated, "1863" date, "Army and Navy" patriotic token. It has crisp detail, a smooth, chocolate patina overall, and an easily legible 1863 date.--$38.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, Federal die-struck brass "French Horn" Infantry hat insignia. This insignia remains in perfect condition with crisp detail and both attachment loops remaining intact on the reverse of the pin.--$95.
Excellent condition, March 3, 1863 issue, 3 cent United States fractional currency. George Washington is pictured in the center.--$65.
Group of four Civil War/Victorian Era ladies. Three of the four pictures are ambrotypes, two of which are ruby. There is one tintype. These images go from a young five-year-old girl to a 30-ish lady, and then to two elderly ladies. I find the style of their clothing very interesting. All four images--$125.
Very nice condition, original pair of Civil War Era leather gauntlets. This is the classic style that you often see worn by officers during the American Civil War. They are made of a beautiful, white doe-skin leather that has turned a golden tan tone over the years. As you can see, they display superbly from all angles. A nice condition, original pair of gauntlets is actually more scarce than uniforms, because they have a much lower survival rate. These are especially nice, because you can see that they were actually worn quite a bit, but they were always taken care of. They have some minimal flaking, but that doesn't detract from their quality or overall display presentation.--$650.SOLD
Very nice condition group of four Civil War documents pertaining to John Harner. The documents consist of one military appointment document, two discharges, and one Treasury Dept. document. John Harner was a member of Co. G, 4th Regiment, US Cavalry for most of the duration of the war. John Harner, along with his regiment, was at one time posted here at Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and also participated in both Battles of Franklin, Tennessee, on November 30, 1864, and Nashville, Tennessee on December 15, 1864. All four documents remain in good condition, are easily legible, and will frame up beautifully. For all four documents--$295.
Just in out of the local area, .69 cal., Model 1842, 3-band, percussion, Springfield musket. The metal remains clean, just beginning to turn gray/brown with age. The lockplate is marked, "Springfield - US - 1853 - and the American Eagle." The barrel has an 1852 date. The action remains crisp and strong and locks firmly at both half-cock and full-cock. The walnut stock remains in nice condition with the soldier's initials "H. T." cut into the left-hand side opposite the lockplate. This is a very representative weapon that both Union and Confederate soldiers extensively carried during the early years of the Civil War.--$1,450.
Fresh out of a Florida estate sale, Federal Model 1840, N.C.O. (Non-commissioned Officer) sword in original scabbard. The sword has a bright, clean blade marked, "Ames Mfg. Co. - 1864 - US". The brass guard remains in excellent condition with some aged, bronze/brown patina remaining in recessed areas. The leather scabbard remains complete with the brass top mount intact, but the brass drag has dropped off somewhere along the way. These are fairly easy to locate for replacement.--$495.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, 1863 date, "Army & Navy" patriotic token.--$38.
Model 1851, brown buff leather, Cavalry belt rig. These type belt rigs were extensively used by both Union and Confederate Cavalry in the American Civil War. This belt rig was purchased many years ago out of an Alabama estate sale. It remains very pliable with one of the original leather sword drops still remaining intact. The cast brass, Model 1851 sword belt plate has a smooth, brown, aged patina with the three piece German silver wreath remaining completely intact. Considering this belt rig was purchased out of an Alabama estate many years ago, it is extremely likely that it saw Confederate service. The belt remains complete with no breaks or weak spots.--$750.
Rare stereo card of a "Rice - Raft" with black plantation hands floating rice straw down the creek headed for Charleston. Rice and rice straw was one of South Carolina's most valuable productions during the Civil War Era. For over 200 years, there have been prolific rice fields all along the low land reaches of South Carolina.--$95.
Very nice condition, fully cased, ruby ambrotype of James Ewing Thompson who lived from February 2, 1820, to July 1907. During the Civil War, James Thompson served as a courier for Confederate General John Cabell Breckenridge. This image was purchased from a family estate sale in Swoop, Virginia, in 1998.--$295.
Very nice condition, March 1863, Confederate $50 Bond. This bond was actually issued and interest coupons redeemed until the war's end, and the next available coupon was July 1865, and of course there was no need to go to the Treasurer's Office at this date as the war was over, and the Confederate Bond was worthless. This bond will frame up beautifully.--$125.
Very nice lightly circulated condition Confederate Central Gov't. issue $10. note dated "APRIL 6. 1863, and picturing the State Capitol in Columbia, South Carolina. The reverse has pretty blue-green graphics.--$85.
Very nice condition April 6, 1863 date Confederate $20. note which pictures the State Capitol in Nashville, TN. and has Alexander Stevens (the Confederate Vice-President) pictured on the front in the lower right hand corner.It has a pretty green-blue motif on the reverse.--$85.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, 3-piece Mobile Cadet uniform button. This button has near 100% bright gold gilt and is backmarked, "Scovill Mfg Co/Waterbury". This button is believed to date around 1871, because that is when the Mobile Cadets were reconstituted after Alabama was readmitted into the Union. The button has a wide lock ring indicating it was likely manufactured after the Civil War rather than before. There are, however, collectors who believe this button to possibly date Civil War Era.--$95.SOLD
Quite rare to find, a full length seated view of a Confederate soldier. The image has nice clarity and is out of a Maryville, Tennessee estate.--$275.
Very nice condition, Model 1851, cast brass sword belt plate on original brown buff leather sword belt. The buckle remains in beautiful condition with full silver wreaths intact. The brown buff belt also remains in nice condition with the brass sword hanger remaining intact. This is a quality Cavalry beltrig that would be a very nice addition to any collection.--$650.
Nice condition, empty, original 1860 era, C.D.V. photograph album which will hold 50 C.D.V.'s. This album would be perfect to display your Civil War Era C.D.V. collection in.--$65.SOLD
Quite rare, March 1860 check from "E. Remington & Sons" Arms Company, Ilion Bank, New York, signed by none other than Eliphalet Remington himself. This will make a beautiful compliment to display with your Remington revolver or rifle.--$75.
Quite rare, Civil War date (August 27, 1861), receipt from Providence Tool Company for the purchase of one bar of Zagnall iron weighing 225 pounds. It is very likely that this iron would be used for the manufacture of muskets and sabers for the American Civil War as Providence Tool Company had contracts for both.--$48.
Really nice display of an excavated group of quite rare Confederate artifacts. (1) Is a COMPLETE excavated cast brass flashpan to a Model 1816 flintlock musket. These are almost found in Confederate camps 100% of the time. (2) Rare excavated Confederate manufactured brass bayonet scabbard tip recovered from 1862 - 1863 winter Confederate camps along Duck River near Shelbyville, TN. and (3) A broken .577 cal. Enfield musket ramrod head. Entire display only.--$75.
Good, solid, Civil War enlistedman's leather Cavalry Saber Knot. It is very difficult to find one of these in decent condition and not missing most of the tassels. This example remains very pliable and will very easily mount back on a Civil War Cavalry saber for display. Most of the tassels remain intact, but some of the tassels have a portion of the ends broken off. It would, however, display very nicely on a Civil War Cavalry saber and be an excellent compliment to it.--$175.
Mint perfect, large size, lead-filled, arrow hook pattern, US Oval waist belt plate. This plate is a standard issue, mid-war, US Oval in perfect condition with original tissue wrap. They just do not get more mint perfect than this example.--$275.
Very nice condition "barn find", Federal "high port" regulation Cavalry bit. This was a local find near the site of Camp Stanley which was the site of Rosecran's Cavalry winter encampment during the months of January - June of 1863. The bit remains very sound with a near dug-like patina. Interestingly, the US rosette on one side has a period between the U & S, and on the other side, there is no period between the U & S. Bits with this type extreme "high port" were usually reserved for horses with "bad manners".--$195.
Excavated, Federal Cavalry bit recovered from an Alabama Cavalry camp located here in Middle Tennessee and occupied during the Spring of 1863. The Confederate soldier pried both cast brass US rosettes off the bit and used it plain. The bit when recovered still had the original cast brass curb chain attached. This is an excellent example of Southern Cavalry making do with whatever they could obtain. This artifact will be a fine addition to any excavated, Confederate Cavalry artifact display.--$150.
Absolutely mint, beautiful condition, non-excavated, vest size, South Carolina State Seal uniform buttons. The button faces are all perfect with 100% bright, gold gilt. The buttons have a "Horstmann & Allien - New York" backmark with shanks perfectly intact. You could not hope to find more perfect examples.--$125 each, or 3 for $300.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, Model 1851, Officer pattern, solid cast brass Eagle sword belt plate. On this style Officer pattern sword belt plate, the wreaths are integrally cast as part of the buckle. This example has the medium width attachment hook on the reverse and has an attractive, never cleaned, rich, aged, bronze patina overall.--$395.
Very nice condition, non-excavated, early pattern, puppy-paw hook, large size, lead-filled, US Oval waist belt plate. This buckle has a nice aged patina on the face with full lead and both puppy-paw hooks and main hook intact on the reverse. This example is nice enough to go back on a belt.--$325.
Quite rare to recover - excavated set of keepers for the four-piece, Model 1841, Mississippi Rifleman buckle. These were recovered by Kenny Banks from 1862 - 1863 Army of Tennessee Confederate Infantry camps located around Tullahoma, Tennessee.--$48. for the pair.
Quite rare and nice example excavated CS26B coat size Confederate staff officer button. This rare button was recovered by Kenny Banks about 20 years ago from Gen. Hardee's 1863 Army of Tennessee winter camps around Tullahoma, TN. In one of these camps alone Kenny and I recovered over 65 marked Confederate manufactured buttons and 16 Confederate manufactured plates. This pretty button has gold gilt in the recessed areas on the face, and gold gilt in the channel on the reverse. This is a sweetheart of a CS button with even the iron shank intact on the reverse.--$250.
Original discharge from military service for Levi Lyons of the 4th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Independent Cavalry. Levi was discharged by reason of expiration of his time of service. Levi was 5 feet 10 inches tall with fair complexion - gray eyes - and light hair - and was 18 years of age. Discharge documents have always been very popular because they frame up so beautifully.--$95.SOLD
Excavated, circular, Federal, Eagle breastplate recovered by Kenny Banks from a Union camp following the Battle of Stones River. The plate has a smooth, chocolate brown patina on the face with full lead and both loops intact on the reverse.--$165.SOLD
Beautiful condition complete regulation Federal Cavalry bit with both cast brass "U. S." rosettes intact. This nice Federal Cavalry bit was found in an old log barn here at Stones River located very near "Camp Stanley" which was the Federal 1862 - 1863 Winter Camp for the U. S. Cavalry Corps located here under Federal General David Stanley. I feel it very likely that this bit found its way to the log barn from the massive Federal 1862 - 1863 winter Cavalry Camp so close by.--$250.
Excavated, very ornate, cast brass buttplate from an 1800's era flintlock musket. This very attractive artifact was recovered from Hardee's Corp 1863 Army of Tennessee winter camps around Tullahoma, Tennessee.--$48.
Quite rare, excellent condition, excavated, patent style spur that had the separate piece neck and rowel. On these style spurs, the separate piece neck and rowel was often something very ornate like an eagle head or a horse head. On this spur, the cast brass neck and rowel piece is not present and is likely why the spur was discarded. I have over the years had a number of the cast brass neck and rowel portion of this style spur come through the shop. If you know where one is or can round up this piece, you will have an incredibly beautiful Civil War Officer's Cavalry spur. This spur was recovered in one of Fighting Joe Wheeler's 1863 Confederate Army of Tennessee CS Cavalry camps.--$150.
Nice, clear, wartime CDV of Confederate General P. G. T. Beauregard. This image has the rare backmark of "G. W. Minnis - Photographic Gallery - Richmond VA".--$195.
Very attractive, excavated, large oval, lead-filled, "SNY" (State of New York) waist belt plate. This buckle was recovered over 30 years ago from private property near Cold Harbor, Virginia. It has a smooth, chocolate brown patina on the face with full lead and all three hooks present on the reverse. This plate would make an excellent addition to any collection.--$895.
Very nice condition, complete Model 1851, brown buff, Cavalry saber belt rig. The brown buff belt remains strong and pliable with no breaks or repairs. The sword belt plate is in beautiful condition with complete silver wreath and is the rare pattern with raised rays totally encircling the plate. Additionally, both leather saber drops remain intact as well. This rig is nice enough to easily go on a mannequin.--$975.SOLD
Mint, beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, "C.S.A.", Confederate officer's button. This button retains near 100% bright gold gilt with shank intact on the reverse, and backmarked "Superior Quality".--$250.
Very rare to recover, complete, excavated, Federal Navy, cast brass water cap fuse. The fuse has the water cap itself intact and is marked, "Ord. and the anchor" and is dated 1861, but the fuse impacted on the "61" and it is barely visible.--$95.SOLD
Very nice condition, excavated, .58 cal., Confederate "tall base" 3-ring Minie. This rare projectile was recovered from 1863 Confederate camps near Tullahoma, Tennessee.--$25.
Very attractive, Model 1864, .58 cal., Federal cartridge box with embossed US on the outside flap. This cartridge box remains complete and pliable with both cartridge tins remaining intact inside. With this cartridge box is an over-the-shoulder leather sling that was purchased and carried in 1963 for the 100 year anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. On the sling is a beautiful condition, original, circular, Federal Eagle breastplate. This cartridge box and sling displays beautifully and at a very reasonable price.--$650.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, Eagle "C" (Cavalry) uniform button. The button retains 90% bright gold gilt on the face and has a Waterbury Scovill backmark on the reverse with the shank remaining intact. This is an excellent coat size Federal Cavalry button.--$75.
Very nice condition, 1960's era excavated, lead-filled, large size, US Oval cartridge box plate. This is an early war letter pattern, excavated plate and has been cleaned up a bit as was a fad during the 1960's time period. The plate is so nice that it could almost pass as non-excavated, but from the reverse, you can clearly see it is indeed an excavated plate. Just an extra nice quality excavated plate recovered over 50 years ago from private property near Shiloh.--$195.
Beautiful condition, excavated, heavy cast brass, Confederate bayonet scabbard tip. This was recovered from Lucius Polk's 1863 Confederate Brigade camp located at Tullahoma, Tennessee. These are quite rare to recover.--$25.
Excavated Minie Ball in a walnut size knot of wood. This bullet in wood was recovered on private property near Chickamauga, Georgia.--$48.SOLD
Talk about a HUGE SIGNAL - Complete excavated Federal cast brass Model 1840 N.C.O. (Non-Comissioned Officer) sword guard. This was recovered by Kenny Banks from Federal camps following the Battle of Stones River. It is broken, but both pieces were present.--$85.
Beautiful excavated tongue portion of a cavalry enlistedman's "C.S." tongue and wreath saber belt plate. This tongue was recovered in the early 1970s (45 years ago) on private property near Brandy Station. It has a smooth chocolate brown patina, and with the correct wreath will make a SUPER NICE C.S. 2-PIECE SABER BELT PLATE.--$1,150.SOLD
This is an absolute soldier work of art. It is the Eagle carefully and perfectly carved out of a Jeff Davis hat pin. You won't see over one of these this nice recovered in a 10 year period.--$250.
Quite rare to recover, excavated, die-struck, brass Eagle centerpiece to a Civil War Officer's two-piece Eagle sash buckle. The Eagle center disc has a smooth chocolate patina with super crisp detail. This would be an excellent addition to any excavated relic collection.--$95.
Regulation, black leather, Federal Civil War Enlistedman's US waist belt rig with original percussion cap box still intact. The waist belt remains soft and pliable with no breaks or weak spots. The buckle has a nice uncleaned, aged patina with all attaching hooks remaining intact. Original Civil War percussion caps are still in the cap box. Every Civil War collection should have a nice example of a typical Federal Enlistedman's waist belt rig.--$650.
Very nice condition, .69 cal., triangular socket bayonet originally issued with .69 cal., Model 1816 muskets that were converted to percussion using the Maynard priming system by Remington. The bayonet will also fit .69 cal., Model 1842 muskets, and I have gotten in directly from families, Model 1842 hand-me-down muskets with this bayonet on the musket.--$195.
Quite rare, young Mexican War Era, General Robert E. Lee. This is a nice, crisp image with a "Charles D. Fredericks & Co. - New York" backmark.--$295.
Very pretty condition, Model 1858, smooth type Federal canteen with original butternut cover, sling, and stopper intact. The sling has been shortened as is often done with canteens carried by the Cavalry. The pewter spout has faint initials or a name scratched in with a pen knife. This is a very nice, untouched since the war artifact.--$295.SOLD
Seldom seen, patented tin drum canteen with a threaded screw-on spout. A near identical example is on display in the Confederate Museum of Richmond, Virginia, and is the one pictured on page 57 of the Sylvia and O'Donnell, Civil War Canteens book. The canteen remains in good condition with only a couple of small holes rusted through and has old silver paint suggesting it was likely on display in one of the old UCV - GAR Halls. Most of the time, these canteens are found missing their screw-on caps.--$295.
Excavated, cast brass, patchbox door from a Model 1841 Mississippi rifle. This was recovered from Confederate camps following Stones River and was somehow broken into three pieces. This is quite a feat considering how thick and strong a patchbox door is.--$45.
Very attractive, Federal enlistedman's regulation US oval waist beltrig with large size US buckle and percussion capbox with some original wool left inside. The US buckle has a beautiful, rich, never cleaned, aged, bronze/brown patina and is the "arrow hook" variety. This beltrig is out of a Central Illinois estate sale.--$595 complete.
This is a bullet mold that you seldom see offered for sale. It is a "COLT" marked .28 cal. double cavity for the Colt "Root" revolver. If you have a nice Colt Root - here is your chance to add a correct bullet mold to your display. You won't see this one very often.--$350.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, Missouri State Seal Officer's button. This is a M0205A3 in Tice and is exactly the same strike and backmark as the Missouri buttons recovered by Meigs Brainard and Bill Gurley from the Arkansas camp of Mosby Parson's Missourians. This button could not be a nicer example with 100% bright gold gilt and shank intact.--$450.
Beautiful condition non-excavated coat size Federal Cavalry Officer Eagle "C" button. It has 100 % bright gold gilt, and is backmarked "Scovill Mfg. Co. - Waterbury", and has the shank intact and straight. Just a choice button.--$75.
Excellent condition, original, stamped brass, large size (1 inch), Company Letter "G". It remains in perfect condition with the soldered on loop intact on the reverse. Also, a very nice original, die struck, medium size (3/4 inch), Regimental number "2". Both hat devices for --$95.SOLD
Quite rare, 1862 date, "Special Model 1861" contract, rifle musket. This musket has seen lots of service and has a chocolate brown patina and lots of wear from tip to tip. The lockplate is marked, "1862 - US - Windsor VT". The lockplate has quite a bit of wear and a gray/brown patina, but the markings can still be read. The walnut stock remains in nice condition but does show similar wear with rounded edges and typical small dings and marks. The action works well and will lock firmly into both half-cock and full-cock. Both sling swivels remain intact as does the original ramrod. The long range site is not present and has been gone for many years. The musket shows clear signs of having seen much service but remains a rare contract and a nice, early, "1862" date.--$975.
Model 1860, Light Cavalry saber (saber only without scabbard). This saber has a clean blade, just beginning to turn brown/gray with age. It is marked, "C. Roby, Chelmsford Mass - 1865 - US." The grip is worn to polished wood, and the brass guard remains in nice condition, except for the outside branch which appears to have been broken off by an impact - likely a projectile. This saber will almost certainly be a topic of conversation in any collection.--$550.
Quite scarce, Model 1839, small oval, US waist belt plate on original leather belt. The original percussion cap box remains intact on the belt and still has percussion caps inside. The belt is quite short and was probably a bit longer to begin with even for skinny Civil War soldiers. You do not often see this small size, early model US oval on belt for sale.--$595.
Small display case containing three rather rare dropped Confederate projectiles. One is a nice dropped .58 cal. Confederate "blob top" field molded 3-ring minie, and second is a scarce dropped HI-BASE Confederate 3-ring minie - and the third is a crude variant dropped Ringtail Sharps carbine. All three were recovered from Confederate 1863 winter camps here in Middle Tennessee.--$75. for all
Beautiful condition, excavated, Confederate side knife, hand blacksmith crafted from a file. The knife still has the original brass cross guard intact on the tang. It was recovered about 30 years ago from a Confederate camp on Bear Creek near Tupelo, Mississippi. It is going to make a fine addition to someone's excavated Confederate weapons display.--$395.
Exceptionally nice condition Civil War enlistedman's leather Saber Knot. It is very difficult to find one of these in nice condition and not missing a portion of the tassles. This example does not appear to be missing a single one, and would be a wonderful compliment to accent your nice Civil War Cavalry Saber.--$375.
Case containing "7" beautifully gilted non-excavated Federal cuff size gilted standard eagle buttons that would be correct for the cuffs of a Federal Enlistedman's frock coat or would also be correct for use up the front of a Federal Cavalry or Artillery shell jacket. These are extremely reasonably priced, and would be a great idea to pick them up and store them back for when needed.-- Only $125. for the entire case of buttons.
Regulation, large size, arrow hook pattern, US oval waist belt plate on the original, black leather waist belt with the brass belt adjuster remaining intact. An original Model 1864, .58 cal. cartridge box remains on the belt rig. This belt rig and cartridge box was purchased several years ago out of a central Ohio estate sale.--$595.SOLD
Official document from the State of Rhode Island dated August 28, 1862, authorizing the purchase of 6 dozen iron hand cuffs to be purchased from Providence Tool Company. This is a very nice condition, war date, State of Rhode Island document.--$75.
Excellent condition, excavated,drop, .54 cal., "Georgia Troops - teat base", Confederate manufactured Minie.--$20.
Excellent condition, September 17, 1862, purchase document with ornate heading for Providence Tool Company to purchase one buff calf skin from James Davis, manufacturer of leather belting. This buff leather was likely to be used in the manufacture of musket slings and/or Federal waist belt assemblies.--$75.
Scarce 1862 date Lucy Pickens $100. Confederate note. The note is complete, but has been folded for the past 150 years, and is a bit weak at the folds. It displays very nicely though.--$95.
Very nice condition, Model 1858, regulation, Federal, smooth type canteen with full original butternut wool cover with no holes, original stopper and original linen sling. Every quality collection should have an original Civil War canteen.--$350.
Excavated pair of rare style .69 cal. Prussian bullets. One of the bullets is the standard, 2-ring, .69 cal. Prussian minie, and the second bullet is a very rare "no-ring" Prussian cast in a wooden mold, and you can still see wood grain in the lead.--$48 for both-SOLD
Excavated, perfect drop, .50 cal., Greene projectile for the Greene Confederate used sniper rifle. This bullet was recovered from the Brentwood Hills at the Battle of Nashville where Whitworth, .45 cal, sniper projectiles were also recovered.--$35.SOLD
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, Model 1851, Officer's sword belt plate with integrally cast wreaths. This plate has a smooth, gently aging, bronze patina with crisp detail with both belt loop and attaching hook on the reverse perfectly intact.--$325.
Fresh out of a Central Kentucky estate sale, a small, leather, Federal, Civil War, regulation, percussion cap pouch. The leather remains complete and pliable except for missing the very tip of the leather closure tab. Every Civil War collection MUST have an original percussion cap pouch.--$95.
Really pretty, 12 inch x 18 inch, matted display containing 23 artifacts including a Confederate style Martingale Heart, 20 excavated US and CS cap and cartridge box finials, and two Richmond Arsenal Gardner bullets. This entire display of artifacts was recovered from Confederate Camps around Brandy Station, Virginia and has several rare Confederate lead ones.--$295 for the entire display.
Very rare, excavated, cast brass, Confederate Richmond musket nose cap together with the brass rowel holder of a Richmond Arsenal spur. Both artifacts are presented in a matted glass case.--$85.
Excavated pair of, excellent condition, Confederate field mold "blob top"minies. These two excellent examples were recovered from Army of Tennessee 1862 - 1863 winter camps along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee. Both bullets are displayed in a glass display case.--$45 for both.
Original, quite rare, partially filled, blue wrapped packet of Federal cannon friction primers. This packet still contains three original cannon friction primers as well as most of the original blue wrapper. Some of the markings remain faintly visible if you have bright light and a good imagination. This will display fantastic with your artillery shells or fuses.--$95.
Absolutely beautiful, 9 inch, G.A.R., black trimmed Memorial Ribbon. This is from the "John Kell" Post# 241, Franklin, Ohio Chapter. In over 40 years, this is the first Memorial Ribbon from this post that I remember having.--$150.
Quite nice, circulated condition, July 21, 1862, One Dollar Virginia Treasury Note. The note is marked, "Virginia Treasury Note - Richmond - The Commonwealth of Virginia" and has red over-print.--$75.
Quite rare and in excellent condition, Wilmot patented musket tompion. This tompion is marked, "Patented November 24, 1863" (155 years ago tomorrow). These were actually issued and used as I have seen three or four recovered here.--$95.
Really pretty non-excavated coat size Federal Staff Officer's button. The button has a a rich - never cleaned aged patina with "Extra Quality" backmark, and shank intact.--$45.
Very pretty condition and excavated many years ago at Chancellorsville, VA. It is a coat size, VA13A1, with rmdc, "Scovill Mfg Co. Waterbury CT". This button has a beautiful chocolate brown patina with the figures completely outlined in gold gilt. The reverse has shank intact.--$275.
Single cavity iron bullet mold for a .36 cal. country rifle elongated "picket style bullet" of the exact type carried by many young Confederates as they first left their homes in the South for the Civil War. The mold would have originally had two wooden handles which are not present, but could be easily replaced.--only $79.
Beautiful graphics and very nice condition on this Nov. 1861 WAR DATE Bank Note from the "ILION BANK OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK". The Bank Note is dated Nov. 8, 1861 and is for Eighty Dollars. A REALLY PRETTY NEW YORK NOTE.--$75.
Very nice condition, original, non-excavated Confederate Pike Head with a small portion of the original wooden shaft. It measures 17" overall with a 9" Pike blade. There is a law that says, "Every Confederate blade collector must have an example of an original Confederate Pike."--$895.SOLD
Regulation, black leather, Federal Civil War Enlistedman's US waist belt rig with original percussion cap box still intact. The waist belt remains soft and pliable with no breaks or weak spots. The buckle has a nice uncleaned, aged patina with all attaching hooks remaining intact. Original Civil War percussion caps are still in the cap box. Every Civil War collection should have a nice example of a typical Federal Enlistedman's waist belt rig.--$650.
Excavated portion of a VERY rare "IOWA" lead hat pin. This was recovered on private property near Shiloh by Brant Arnold and is the "OWA" portion of the hat pin. I have absolutely NO DOUBT that Robert McDaniel could restore this rare piece to display complete and would look like a million bucks. In complete condition these guys run something like $500. to $600. This can be a WONDERFUL display piece and at a price that a young collector "cutting grass" could afford !!--$125.
Original, early pattern, "Puppy-Paw" hook style, large oval, lead-filled, US Enlistedman's belt plate on original, black leather waist belt. The buckle has a rich, uncleaned, aged patina on the face with full lead and all three attachment hooks on the reverse. Every Civil War collection should have a nice US belt buckle on original belt.--$495.
Excavated, coat size, Confederate Droop Wing Eagle Staff Officer's button. This is a CS26A and has a smooth, chocolate brown patina with hints of gold gilt remaining.--$195.
Excavated, coat size, Louisiana State Seal Pelican button. This button has 90% bright gold gilt on the face, but unfortunately, the back was out when recovered. If you have an extra Confederate back, this Louisiana could easily be restored to a top shelf, gilted Louisiana State Seal button.--$225.
Excavated, cast brass, Patriotic Eagle tension device usually found around the perimeter of Civil War Era banjos and drums.--$65.
Very nice condition, Model 1840, Ames manufactured, non-commissioned officer (NCO) sword in original leather scabbard. The blade remains bright and clean and is marked, "US - 1864 - Ames Mfg Co - Chicopee Mass". The leather scabbard remains complete and sound with no repairs or weak spots. This would be a quality addition to any Civil War collection.--$650.
Grouping of four Civil War and earlier buttons consisting of: one excavated, coat size, 1820 Era, one piece Eagle on cannon button, one excavated, highly gilted, cuff size, US Staff button, one excavated, cuff size, US Artillery button, and one non-excavated, cuff size, Eagle "A" (artillery) button with 100% bright gold gilt.--$95. for the case and all four buttons.
Complete, Model 1855, .58 cal. cartridge box with over-the-shoulder sling and both plates intact as well as original cartridge tins. The cartridge box remains pliable with a maker's mark of, "Manufactured by J. E. Condict - New York." The inner flap of the cartridge box is intact but a bit fragile. The over-the-shoulder sling is completely intact with Eagle breastplate. This rig will make a very nice addition to any Civil War display.--$1,150.
Beautiful, near mint condition, Model 1842, Springfield lockplate and hammer assembly. The plate is marked, "Springfield - 1852 - US - and the American Eagle." If you have a Model 1842 musket that needs a nice lockplate, here is your chance.--$195.
Quite rare, $1000 Confederate Loan Bond authorized on May 1, 1861, from Montgomery, Alabama. There are fourteen uncut coupons remaining. The note remains in nice condition and has green over-print. It will frame up beautifully.--$150.SOLD
Large, fully cased, 1/4 plate tintype of a young Federal Infantryman wearing a 4-button sack coat and US belt and buckle rig. The image has a patriotic backdrop with a red, white, and blue tinted American flag flying. The original case remains in nice condition.--$195.
Original T18, September 2, 1861 issue, $20 Confederate note with the sailing ship in the center. The note is circulated and cut cancelled, but remains very sound and attractive.--$89.
Quite rare to find, 1863 date, Bank of Chattanooga, $2 note backed by CONFEDERATE FUNDS.--$150.
1864 date, Bank of Commerce - Savannah, GA, $20 note. This note has beautiful river graphics and has been "cut-cancelled".--$89.
Excellent condition, January 24, 1862, "Providence Tool Company" document. This document is a receipt to Providence Tool Company for freight charges for 45 bars of raw iron shipped from New York to Providence Tool Company on the Steamer Ospray. Providence Tool Company was a manufacturer of both Civil War sabers and muskets. This raw iron would, no doubt, eventually become Civil War weapons.--$85.
Extremely rare to recover - Coat size lined Script "C" - Confederate Cavalry Officer's button. This button was recovered from a Confederate trash pit located on private property near Savannah, GA. The button has quite a bit of pitting/ground action due to the corossive trash pit conditions, but remains solid with no dents or cracks, and still has the shank intact. Even though there is some pitting the button displays nicely, and is one that is very rarely recovered. I just tonight saw one of these priced at $1,450. - SO here is a SUPER GOOD BUY !!!--$425.
Quite rare, "Brady" CDV of Confederate General John B. Floyd. General Floyd had very little military experience and is credited for dumping the command at Ft. Donelson on General Buckner for surrender. This is a Confederate CDV that you do not often see offered for sale.--$150.
Small black leather pistol cartridge box for .36 cal. revolver cartridges. The box remains quite pliable with both belt loops remaining intact on the reverse. The small leather closure tab is not present and appears to have been intentionally removed long ago. This would be an excellent compliment to display with your .36 cal. Colt Navy revolver.--$225.
Quite rare to recover, coat size, "U.S.M.A." cadet button (West Point). This button has a smooth, brown patina with nice detail and about 20% bright gold gilt. It has a "Waterbury Button Co." backmark and shank intact. It does, unfortunately, have a small dent beside the eagle near the rim. It still displays very nicely.--$89.
Quite nice, circulated condition, July 21, 1862, One Dollar Virginia Treasury Note. The note is marked, "Virginia Treasury Note - Richmond - The Commonwealth of Virginia" and has red over-print.--$75.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, large size, lead-filled, arrow hook, US Oval waist belt plate. This buckle has an attractive, gently aging, bronze patina with full, smooth lead and all three attachment hooks (arrow style) intact on the reverse.--$295.
Very sound, but circulated condition, February 17th, 1864 date, Lucy Pickens, Confederate $100 note. This is serial number (4076).--$95.
Circulated, February 17, 1864 date, Confederate $50 note with Jeff Davis in the center. This is serial number (58600).--$89.
Everything that you would ever need for live black powder shooting. This gentleman who recently passed away was an avid black powder shooter and participated in many North/South Skirmish Association shooting events. This group of material consists of a very heavy, well constructed, wooden box that will contain everything. There are two high quality brass bullet molds, both with cone cavity inserts for molding bullets. There are at least 100 or more bullets already molded, and black powder is in the box for them. The wooden box has a lift-out tray that will hold 63 cartridges that are ready for firing. There is also 35 pounds of soft Civil War lead (from melting down fired Minie balls that he recovered) ready to be molded into bullets. Inside the large wooden box are also targets and patches and other related items to black powder shooting. I am not going to be able to ship this, but the first guy with a $100 bill at the door gets to load it!!!SOLD
Extremely rare display including the "Maid of Honor" ribbon for the 1924 UCV Reunion in Memphis, Tennessee, for the Eastern Division of the United Confederate Veterans. This ribbon was purchased out of the Bradley/Forrest estate in Memphis, Tennessee, around 1970, and with the ribbon is an ambrotype of a Civil War Era lady holding what appears to be a Bible. This display is going to be an exciting research project for someone. We believe this young lady could possibly be Marguerite Toutant Beauregard of New Orleans, Louisiana, who was the Chief Maid of Honor at this reunion. Who is up for this research challenge?--$395.
Nice condition, original, Civil War Artillery lanyard. No artillery display is complete without a lanyard.--$425.
The following beautiful condition artifacts are from the excellent collection of my long time friend and very serious collector - Charles Sweeney - of Iuka, Mississippi. As you can see from Charle's "sign-in ledger" - I was last there in 1980 !!!! Where did those 38 years go !!! WOW !!!
Very attractive, regulation, small, leather Federal percussion cap box. The box remains pliable with closure tab, brass finial, and both belt loops remaining intact. There is a small amount of original wool inside as well as several original, brass, Civil War musket percussion caps.--$150.
1/6th plate, fully cased tintype of a young, Federal Private. This is a bust view, and he is wearing a 9-button Enlistedman's frock coat. The image has good clarity and is not flaking at all.--$125.
Beautiful condition, gold filled GAR membership lapel pin. This pin belonged to Henry J. Devoe who was a member of Company G, 1st Michigan Engineers. Henry Devoe was in numerous campaigns and entered the service on 10-23-1862 at Hillsdale, Michigan, as a private. He was promoted to Corporal on 1-1-1864, and to Sergeant on 11-1-1864. Henry was eventually mustered out of service on 9-22-1865, while at Nashville, Tennessee. Gold filled GAR membership lapel pins are very rare to come by.--$195.
Beautiful example of Confederate "Prisoner of War" art. This was recently brought in by a local family, and according to family hand-me-down information, was carved by an ancestor while in a northern prison camp. This artifact started out as one block of wood, and the round balls were carefully carved from the solid wood interior of the artifact. It is hard to imagine the countless hours of meticulous carving it took to create the artifact. This fine artistic "Prisoner of War" artifact would be an excellent addition to any Civil War Collection no matter how advanced.--$275.
Nice, solid, excavated, coat size, Mississippi "I" (Infantry) uniform button. This button was recovered several years ago from a Mississippi Infantry camp located along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee. This camp was occupied during the winter and spring of 1862 - 1863. The button has a smooth, chocolate patina with no dents and has the shank intact on the reverse. It is backmarked, "Hyde & Goodrich, N.O." It is solid as can be and has very pleasing eye appeal.--$275.
Nice pliable condition, small black leather, Federal percussion capbox. The box remains pliable with full original wool and nipple pick intact inside. For whatever reason, the soldier intentionally removed the small leather tabs on each end of the inner flap. Both belt loops and the leather closure tab remain intact. It is uncommon to find an original percussion cap pouch with the original wool and nipple pick intact inside.--$150.
Very attractive, Model 1850, Federal Foot Officer's sword in original, high grade, sharkskin covered scabbard. The blade remains clean, just beginning to turn gray with age. Deep intricate engraving remains visible from top to bottom and is maker marked, "W. H. Horstmann - Philadelphia." The brass guard remains in excellent condition with a pretty, never cleaned, bronze/brown patina. The grip has original sharkskin and wire.--$1,150.
Quite rare to find, complete mid-1800's DOUBLE leather shot flask. This shot flask has two completely separate compartments with two brass measuring devices so that you could have your choice of two different size lead shot depending on what you were hunting. It remains completely intact with original brass buckle, and both measuring devices still have good springs and work perfectly.--$115.
Original, full length, very soft, tanned deer skin cover for an 1840 - 1850 era, ornate Militia Officer's sword. These are quite delicate and fragile and rarely found still full length. This one remains full length (38 inches) and has an early gilted Eagle button closure device.--$195.
Cool little Reunion badge and ribbon with a suspended gilted brass stirrup indicating Cavalry of course. The unit and event date would have been in the cross bar, but has fallen out somewhere along the way. A cool little Cavalry ribbon and a fun research project!!--$50.
Quite attractive .58 cal. original Model 1855 Federal leather cartridge box complete with original lead filled large oval "U.S." cartridge boxplate and also one original cartridge tin. The box is missing one iron roller buckle. The box is maker marked "R. Neece" and also has a set of soldier initials carved in the inner flap.--$495.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, stamped brass, officer's gilted, false embroidered Infantry hatpin. The pin retains nearly 100% bright gold gilt, but is missing the two attaching loops on the reverse.--$225.
Relic condition, early battlefield pick-up, Model 1858, smooth type, Federal tin canteen. The canteen is in stable condition but is missing the sling straps and has a couple of small holes rusted through. It will display very nicely.--$115.
Nice condition, cast brass, folding, double cavity bullet mold for a .45 cal. picket country rifle. These are bullets that we only recover from Confederate sites. This mold remains in nice enough condition to mold bullets today.--$95.SOLD
Nice condition, "United States Naval Yard - Boston," marked leather naval fuse pouch. The pouch remains in nice, pliable condition with a crisp "USNY - Boston" mark on the inside.--$195.
Original T18, September 2, 1861 issue, $20 Confederate note with the sailing ship in the center. The note is circulated and cut cancelled, but remains very sound and attractive.--$89.
Pair of non-excavated and beautifully gilted, Federal, great coat size buttons. One of the buttons is a gilted Federal Infantry "I" Officer's button with Waterbury backmark, and the other is a quite rare, HEAVILY GILTED, D. Evans backmark, Federal general service Eagle button.--$65 for the pair.
Perfect condition, non-excavated, musket tumbler punch. It has lots of original bluing remaining and will make an excellent compliment to your Civil War musket display.--$65.
Beautiful condition, excavated, Civil War combination musket wrench. This musket tool was excavated over 30 years ago from private property near the Battle of Chickamauga, Georgia, by Dr. Rees Buttram. The tool remains in such nice condition that the folding screwdriver blade will still rotate. This tool could easily still break a Springfield musket down today.--$65.
Extremely rare, non-excavated, 100% gilted, 15MM, VA20 - Virginia State Seal, cuff size button with the super sought after "Mitchel & Tyler/Richmond, VA" backmark. This beautiful button has a deep, sharp backmark, straight shank, and an original piece of butternut cloth still with it. This was purchased out of a Richmond, Virginia, estate many, many years ago. This is one very tight button that you will not see offered very often.--$295.
Excellent condition pair of United Confederate Veteran, circular, metallic button/pins that are for the benefit of the "Home for Confederate Women". This motif is written encircling the Confederate Battle Flag. One of the two pins is backmarked, "Lucke Badge & Button Co., Baltimore MD". Both buttons remain in excellent condition with pins intact on the reverse.--$45 each, or both for $75.
Very attractive, Model 1860, Ames produced light cavalry saber and scabbard. The saber has a nice, clean blade and is marked, "1864 - Ames Mfg. Co. - US" - and is N.J. marked for New Jersey. The saber retains original wrap and wire, but the leather is worn through to wood in some areas due to service. The scabbard remains in very nice condition with a smooth, brown/gray patina with only a couple of small dings from actual service. This is a classic example of what is considered the most representative saber of the American Civil War.--$850.
Quite rare and in very nice condition, non-excavated, Model 1839, small size oval U.S. waist belt plate. This plate has a nice patina on the face with full lead and both brass hooks intact on the reverse. Early issue small size U.S. buckles and plates are usually recovered from 1861 and 1862 Civil War sites.--$350.
Beautiful condition, non-excavated pair of .69 cal. bullet worms. One of the worms is a long pattern, and the other a short pattern. This display will make a wonderful compliment to display with your .69 cal. percussion muskets.--$95 for both worms.
Beautiful condition, excavated, gilted, Confederate used, floral button, and also an intricately carved, .69 cal. musket ball. Both these nice artifacts were recovered from the 1863 winter camp of the 8th Texas Cavalry located near Unionville, Tennessee. Both artifacts are presented in a glass display case.--$75 for both.
Beautiful condition, excavated set of brass cufflinks and a rare "Eagle motif" portion of a private purchase military watch fob. The Eagle is finely detailed and can be seen clear as can be. These two artifacts were recovered from the 1863 winter camp of the 16th Alabama Infantry located along Duck River near Shelbyville, TN.--$95 for both artifacts.
Quite rare to find, an original Model 1842, complete lockplate and hammer assembly with all internal parts. The lockplate still functions perfectly and will lock at both full-cock and half-cock. The lockplate is crisply marked, "Springfield - 1851 - US - and the American Eagle." If you have a Model 1842 Springfield musket with a "not-so-great" lockplate, here is your chance to significantly upgrade your musket.--$250.
Very nice condition, non-excavated, large size, brass face, lead filled, US Oval cartridge box plate. The plate has a nice face with a gently, aging patina. The reverse retains full lead and both wire attachment loops. The loops are 2 5/8" apart. This would be perfect to complete your nice Federal cartridge box lacking a box plate.--$275.
Good, solid, complete, lightly circulated, February 17, 1864, Confederate $20 bill picturing the current State Capitol in Nashville, Tennessee. The note pictures the Tennessee State Capitol in the center and Confederate Vice President, Alexander Stephens, on the lower right.--$85.
Fresh out of a Pennsylvania estate sale, crisp, clear CDV of a Federal Lieutenant in a Civil War Era, die stamped, black paper lacquered frame.--$175.
Pair of non-excavated, pre-Civil War Era coins that were handed down through a local family by a Confederate ancestor. The coins are an 1828 large cent and an 1847 half dime. Both coins are presented in a glass display case.--$79.
Absolutely beautiful, non-excavated, "SUPER INTRICATE" patriotic, gem size, stamped brass photo case. The case has a spread wing Eagle with stars above on one side and a raised shield with wreath and stars on the reverse. In 40 years, I have only had three or four of these.--$350.
Excavated, coat size, South Carolina State Seal uniform button. This button has a smooth, chocolate brown patina with some slight traces of silver surrounding the Palmetto tree. It has a Waterbury - Scovill, RMDC backmark and shank is intact. This button was recovered from General Manigault's 1863 South Carolina winter camp near Unionville, Tennessee. The button has nice detail and remains solid as a rock.--$175.
Excavated, circular, lead-filled, Eagle breast plate. The face has a smooth, chocolate brown patina with crisp detail. The reverse has full lead and 1 1/2 of the two wire attachment loops remaining intact. This plate was recovered many, many years ago from a Federal campsite in Central Virginia.--$150.
Very nice, excavated, coat size, Droop Wing Eagle, Confederate Staff Officer button. The button has a smooth, chocolate brown patina on the face with no dents or cracks whatsoever. The reverse is the depressed channel Confederate Local. Rusty iron stubs remain of what was once the iron shank. This button was recovered many years ago from the 1863 winter camp of the 1st Alabama Cavalry. This is about as nice an example as you could hope to dig.--$225.
Rare, 12 pound size, Confederate, polygonal cavity ball with four side diamond shaped pattern shrapnel inside. The ball has been cut in half, nicely showing the diamond shaped pieces inside, the wooden drive-in fuse plug, and a large casting flaw typical of Confederate artillery shells. This will make an excellent addition to someone's Confederate artillery display. It has been cleaned, coated, and is mounted on a walnut display base.--$295.
Small display containing three items from a Central Texas estate sale. One item is a one-piece 1840 Mexican War Era coat size Eagle Militia button, and a second is a coat size pewter, floral, 1840 Era button, and most importantly a silver medal made from an early 1800's silver coin with a castle affixed to the face. (The castle, of course, generally relates to Engineers) There is also a silver cross bar with the Texas Star. All three items -- $195.
Pair of non-excavated spurs that date the late 1800's Indian War Era. Both spurs --$48.
Extremely rare, tiny U. S. Grant Presidential Ferrotype. The image holder and pin on the back both remain perfectly intact.--$195.
Small cased display containing five chewed musket balls. These balls were all recovered from the Confederate line on private property here at Stones River. All five balls have been chewed and on close examination, four of the five appear to have human teeth marks. There has through the ages been a folklore tale of soldiers biting down on a bullet for pain while medical procedures on the field were being performed. This is the origin of the term, "bite the bullet".--$45 for the entire case.SOLD
Really pretty little lady's locket that is shaped like a bible and actually opens up and has 4 tiny little gem size tintypes on the pages inside. There are tintypes of George Washington - Grant - Scott - and McClellan. The back cover of the locket is not present. I only get one of these little book lockets about every couple years. This little locket displays beautifully opened up to the pictures inside.--$195.SOLD
Excavated, large size, puppy-paw hook pattern, Oval SNY (State of New York) waist belt plate. The buckle has a pleasing, chocolate brown patina with a little scattered green. The reverse has full lead and all three attachment hooks intact. It was recovered about 40 years ago on private property at Harrison's Landing, Virginia.--$895.
Very nice display containing brass Cavalry sword rig hardware. Included is, (1) a sword belt plate keeper, (2) a brass sword belt adjuster buckle, (3) a two-piece brass sword hanger hook. All three pieces were recovered at "Camp Stanley" which was General Rosecran's winter Federal Cavalry camp during the spring of 1863 after Stones River.--$55 for all.
Excavated, brass powder flask that was recovered from an 1863 Confederate Infantry camp near Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Both sides of the flask are present, but are separated at the seam. With some TLC, this could be a very nice artifact to display.--$45.
Excavated pair of "Rooster Neck" regulation, cast brass, Federal Cavalry spurs. These spurs were recovered from Camp Stanley which was the 1863 Federal Cavalry main winter campsite here at Murfreesboro, Tennessee. One of the spurs remains in near perfect condition, and the second spur got too close to the fire and nearly completely melted away.--$89. for both.SOLD
Very attractive display of four excavated musket tools recovered during the 1960's from private property near Shiloh by Dr. Rees Buttram. The tools include an Austrian musket jag, a standard Springfield combination gun tool, a "Y" shaped Austrian gun tool, and a portion of an Enfield gun tool. The entire display for --$95.SOLD
Quite rare, excavated, iron frog hook from a Confederate Linen musket sling. This one remains complete and was recovered from the camp of the 16th Alabama Infantry.--$45.
Excavated Federal grouping consisting of a seldom recovered huge, brass, blanket roll pin and found with both a left and right Federal knapsack J-hook. Entire display--$45.
Unusual to come by, non-excavated, gilted, coat size, Connecticut National Guard Staff "C.N.G." This is the pattern of this button that is occasionally recovered from Civil War camp sites. This example has near 100% bright gold gilt, a "Waterbury Scovill" backmark, and has the early style narrow lock rim.--$65.
Very nice condition, Model 1860, Light Cavalry saber and scabbard. The blade remains clean with no rust at all and just beginning to gray with age. The blade is marked, "US - 1864 - Emerson & Silver, Trenton NJ". The three-branch brass guard remains in nice condition with a gently aging, bronze patina. The grip retains 100% original wrap and wire intact. The iron scabbard has a smooth, gray/brown patina just beginning to age with time. There is nice ring wear in the upper mount indicating actual field service.--$895.
Excellent condition, excavated, coat size, droop wing Eagle, Confederate Staff Officer button. This is a coat size, CS22 in Albert and a Confederate Local back with an iron shank which has rusted away. This button remains just as dug with the woods mulch still stuck to it and hasn't even been rinsed off.--$195.
Excellent condition display consisting of a coat size, non-excavated, Federal Infantry Officer Eagle "I" button and a matching non-excavated, cuff size, Officer Eagle "I" button. Also included is a coat size, non-excavated Enlistedman's Eagle button and a cuff size, non-excavated Enlistedman's Eagle button.--$55. for all four.
Fresh out of the attic, Model 1850, Federal Foot Officer's sword (sword only without leather scabbard). The blade is just beginning to darken in areas with age and retains original blade engraving almost full length on both sides of the blade. The sword retains its original brass guard with a beautiful, near chocolate aged patina and original sharkskin on the grip. This would be a fantastic first Civil War sword for a young or new Civil War collector.--$450.SOLD
Quite rare, 1862 date, State of Missouri $5 note. This note was printed in Jefferson City, Missouri. At some point in the past, someone has attached the note to a clear backing by a little drop of glue in each corner. The note has a little fraying along the top left edge, and I'm sure the clear backing was done to help stabilize the note. We don't get State of Missouri Civil War date currency very often.--$115.
Very scarce, Civil War Era $1 "script". This $1 note was printed in Kansas City, Missouri, and could be redeemed at the "American Clothing House" located at the corner of 4th and Main in Kansas City, MO. This note was at some time in the past affixed to a clear plastic backing for support.--$115.
Very rare and in nice condition, October 10, 1861, Civil War date, State of Florida, $50 note issued from Tallassee. Florida notes as a whole are rare to come by, but a Tallahassee $50 is especially rare.--$225.
October 17, 1861 issue of a one dollar State of North Carolina note. The note is circulated but remains in complete, sound condition.--$48.SOLD
Quite circulated, April 1861, Corporation of Richmond VA, fifty cent fractional note. The note remains complete but is quite worn from circulation.--$45.
Attractive, framed display containing several original Frankford Arsenal musket percussion caps. Nicely displayed and ready to hang.--$35.
Nice condition, leather sword knot, correct for the 1840 or 1860 Model Cavalry sabers. This would be an excellent compliment for your nice condition Civil War Cavalry saber.--$350.
Beautiful condition, excavated, marble white patina, dropped .69 cal. triangle base, French Minnie. This bullet was recovered from General Breckenridge's 1862 camps near Readyville, Tennessee.--$38.SOLD
Excellent condition, non-excavated, Company letter "I", stamped brass hat insignia. The insignia remains in excellent condition with the attachment loop intact on the reverse.--$48.SOLD
Complete excavated set of ammunition for a .69 cal. Civil War musket. This group includes a .69 cal. buck and ball, a .69 cal. 3-ring Minie ball, and a .69 cal. musket ball. These projectiles were all recovered from private property along the Confederate battle line here at Stones River. This would be an excellent set to display with your .69 cal. Civil War musket.--$38.
Nice condition, standard "GAR" Membership Badge. The badge has a nice, aged patina and displays well.--$65.
Very nice condition, excavated, coat size, Confederate local manufacture, South Carolina State Seal. This button is solid as can be with a smooth, chocolate brown patina and was recovered from Manigault's Confederate South Carolina camps following the Battle of Stones River. The shank remains intact on the reverse.--$165.
Excellent condition, original Civil War Cavalry carbine bore brush. The leather thong is complete with no breaks or weak spots, and the bore hair brush has all bristles 100% intact. This would be an excellent compliment to display with your Civil War Cavalry carbine.--$89.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, 3/4 inch size, regimental hat numbers, 4 and 6. Both hat numbers retain the original loops for sewing on on the reverse.--$75. for both.SOLD
Very ornate, 5 dollar note from the "Farmers & Exchange Bank of Charleston, SC". The note has intricate graphics of oxen pulling a load of cotton. The note is circulated, but sound.--$65.SOLD
Quite scarce, US Navy marked, Federal percussion capbox. The box is marked, "USN" in an oval on the outside flap and is maker marked, "E. Metzger - Philadelphia" and is inspector marked, "H. H. Hartzell - US Ord. Dept" on the inside flap. The box remains complete with both belt loops, closure tab, and finial all intact.-$195.
Really pretty, excavated, large oval, lead-filled, US Cartridge box plate. This plate was recovered on private property near Lagrange, TN. on February 10, 1978 by Mr. John Marks. The face has a smooth, chocolate brown patina, and the reverse has full lead and both attachment loops intact and is backmarked, "Boyd and Sons - Boston". There is a small cut along the top edge of the plate that appears to be original to the plate from the time it was lost. Maker marked plates this nice just are not being recovered anymore.--$250.
Really pretty large size lead filled "SNY" oval waist belt plate. This plate was recovered from the James River about 30 years ago and has as nice a face as you are going to see. The reverse has full lead and prints where the three iron hooks once were, but they are no longer present. The "SNY" letters are very crisp and bold.--$550.
Quite rare to recover (and super hard to find when you need one) pair of excavated waist belt plate "brass hooks". One of the hooks is a Confederate strip brass hook of the style found on "Roper Border -Regulation - and Breckenridge" style, stamped brass, Confederate waist belt plates. The second hook is an excavated "stud" style that is found on 1840 - 1850 era State Seal and early US Oval waist belt plates. Both hooks were recovered from an Alabama Infantry camp along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee.--$65 for both.
Very nice condition, excavated, Confederate used, private purchase, heavy cast brass spur. The spur has an uncleaned brown/green patina and is a recent recovery from a Confederate Cavalry camp here in Middle Tennessee. I personally recovered a near identical spur a few years back from the camp of Starnes 1863 Confederate Cavalry camp.--$275.
Beautiful condition, matching coat and cuff, Georgia State Seal uniform buttons. These two buttons came out of an estate and are said to be hand-me-downs off the same uniform. Both buttons are perfect with near 100% gold gilt. The coat size is backmarked, "Horstmann & Allien/NY", and the cuff size has a "Mintzer" backmark. This Georgia two button set makes a fantastic display.--$350. for both buttons.
Extremely rare, and in mint condition, folding scissor type bullet mold for the Hanovarian or Saxon projectile. 100% of these type bullets that I have seen recovered have been from Confederate sites. The projectile appears to be approximately .50 cal.--$195.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, coat size, Federal Navy button. The face has near 100% bright gold gilt, and the reverse has an R.M.D.C. backmark of "Horstmann and Alien". The shank remains perfectly intact on the reverse.--$75.
Model 1860, Federal Navy Cutlass. The blade on this sword is actually an early excavated artifact. The digger was able to locate an original 1860, Navy guard and brass pommel cap. He reassembled the sword to display as it would have originally when issued. This artifact could easily be a great centerpiece for an excavated relic collection.--$295.
Unusual, 1850 era, "cylindrical", brass powder flask. Far more powder flasks of the era were of the classic "bag" style than the cylindrical design. This would make an excellent display compliment for one of the single shot pistols of the era.--$125.
Very pretty Model 1850, Federal Foot Officer's sword. The sword has a nice clean blade with lots of original engraving remaining visible. The brass guard has a rich, aged, bronze/brown patina with original sharkskin on the grip. This is a really pretty "just as attic found" Federal Foot Officer's sword.--$550.
Extremely rare, cuff size, non-excavated, Federal Topographical Engineer button with 100% bright gold gilt on the face and shank intact on the reverse. This button is backmarked, "Robinsons/Extra". In 40 years, I have only had three non-excavated, cuff size, Topographical Engineer buttons.--$350.
Really pretty grouping of four excavated cuff size buttons - ALL RETAINING NICE GOLD GILT - The grouping consists of a gilted Federal enlistedman's eagle button (rare to dig with nice gilt) - a pretty gilted eagle Infantry Officer - a nicely gilted Federal Staff Officer - and a gilted Confederate Floral. All are presented in a glass riker display case.--$79. for all
Excavated folding "box-end" Springfield combination gun tool. This was recovered on private property along the battle line here at Stones River many years ago. It is nicely cleaned and coated, and ready for display.--$45.
Nicely cased, apothecary scale with an embossed eagle on the outside of the case and original weights and pans intact on the inside. I have been told that these cased scales were used both in the medical/apothecary application and also were used around the early gold mines.--$295.
Quite scarce, original CIVIL WAR DATE 1863 issue, bank of Chattanooga one dollar note. The note remains in very sound circulated condition and is noted on the face of the note, "Pay to Bearer One Dollar in Confederate Treasury Notes when presented in sums of five dollars or its multiples." This would be an excellent addition to a Chattanooga area Civil War collection.--$95.SOLD
Early battlefield pick-up look, .577 cal., Enfield, rifled musket, triangular socket bayonet. The bayonet is missing the lock ring, but is otherwise full length and complete.--$150.
Beautiful condition, 1840 land grant from President Martin Van Buren. This grant contains 40 acres and is for land located near Edwardsville, Illinois. This land grant retains the original Presidential Seal and is certificate number 19691 and is dated January 1, 1840.--$250.
Small leather Civil War era Pistol cartridge box correct for .44 cal. revolver ammunition. The box remains in nice condition with pliable leather, and is only missing the tip of the leather closure tab. This would be a perfect compliment to display with your .44 cal. Colt or Remington Army revolver.--$175.
Original 1862 date $1,000. Confederate Civil War Bond. The bond is #1710 and was actually issued - not a surplus bond - and has 30 original interest coupons remaining. It was authorized by Confederate Congress on August 19, 1861 and was actually issued on Nov. 4, 1862. It is an excellent piece of Confederate history and will frame beautifully.--$125.SOLD
Beautiful condition non-excavated coat size Federal Staff Officer's button. It has near 100 % bright gold gilt - "Extra Quality" backmark - and shank intact.--$45.
Excellent condition original unissued red Federal Artillery Hat Cord. A very nice - yet inexpensive, addition to your Civil War Artillery display.--$48.
Original Feb. 20, 1863 $100. Confederate States of America Loan Bond. Eight of the original interest coupons remain intact, and the bond will frame beautifully. The vignette in the center pictures a Confederate soldier with sword in hand and leaning against a tree.--$125.SOLD
Quite rare to find - Beautiful condition non-excavated coat size "Excelsior - New Yok State National Guard". I don't think that I have ever seen a nicer example.--$75.
Excavated, coat-size, Eagle "D" (Dragoon) button. This was recovered from the 1862 - 1863 winter camp of Lucius Polk's Army of Tennessee Brigade winter quarters located near Tullahoma, TN.--$75.
Quite rare, mid 1800's era, dental forceps for extracting teeth. I had to go to the dentist this morning for a crown, and I'm sure glad I didn't see this thing coming my way. I have also, through the years, heard that in certain situations, this instrument was also used for recovering bullets. I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of that use either!!!--$79.
Original, February 17, 1864, issue Confederate $50 note. This note is serial# 37003 and pictures Confederate President, Jefferson Davis. This is a good, honest, circulated Confederate $50 note.--$89.
Excellent condition, Civil War, leather, cavalry carbine boot. This device was used to keep the barrel of the cavalry carbine stable while riding. Without this cavalry boot to keep the carbine restricted, it would have been flying all over the place when riding at a gallop.--$85.
Absolutely beautiful condition, private purchase, cast brass, Confederate used cavalry spur. Over the years, we have recovered several spurs of this type, and every one has come from Confederate Cavalry sites. This example has a rich, aged patina and a large, handcrafted, copper rowel that was made from a coin. A small portion of the original leather boot attachment strap remains with the spur.--$295.
Excavated interwined brass cavalry curb chain that was recovered many years ago by Steve Mullinax from private property at the Battle of Atlanta, GA. This artifact was in Steve's private collection for over 30 years. Here is your chance to own an artifact from the collection of one of the pioneers in our collecting field.-- $125.
Very attractive excavated coat size MISSISSIPPI "I" Confederate uniform button. This was recovered from Gen. Walthall's 1862 Mississippi camp located near Estill Springs, TN. It is solid as can be with a smooth chocolate brown patina - no dents - shank intact - and "Hyde and Goodrich - N.O." backmark.--$295.
Model 1864 Federal .58 cal. cartridge box with the original "over the shoulder" leather sling. The cartridge box remains pliable with the original .58 cal. cartridge tins still intact. The leather sling is slotted for an eagle breastplate, but there is no evidence that there was ever one there. The entire rig is in overall solid, pliable condition.--$895.
During the opening years of the Civil War many young Confederates left home for the War carrying the family fowling rifle or double barrel percussion shotgun just like the young fellows in the pictures above. This percussion 12 Ga. double barrel is an 1800s era W. Richards from London, England and was purchased many years ago out of a Northern Mississippi estate. The shotgun remains in nice condition and the action on both barrels works perfectly. This is going to be an excellent and reasonably priced addition to someone's Civil War display.--$650.SOLD
Just brought in out of a local estate - .69 cal. Harpers Ferry 3 band musket originally produced in flint and converted to percussion for Civil War use. The musket is clean with lockplate markings of " 1834 - Harpers Ferry - U.S." and the barrel has a matching "1834" date. The stock remains in nice condition, but does show rounding of corners from lots of service. There appears to be an old repair to an old crack at the wrist, but is very nicely done. This weapon was no doubt carried by a local Tennessee Confederate, and is going to be a very nice and reasonably priced addition to someone's Confederate display.--$1,295.SOLD
Excavated bail from a camp cookpot. This was recovered from an Army of Tennessee, 1863, Confederate winter campsite located along Duck River near Shelbyville, Tennessee. Not super rare, but a camp item that you do not recover every day.--$35.
Quite rare, non-excavated, two-piece, flat "Ancient and Honorable Artillery - 1638" button. This is a Massachusetts Artillery unit and is among the oldest military organizations in the nation. The button has the inscription, "A & H A " above and "1638" below. It has near 100% bright gold gilt with shank intact on the reverse. This is an MS47A in Albert and is a virtually perfect example.--$175.
Quite rare, .58 cal., type III, Richmond Armory, 3-band, rifled musket. This musket has lockplate markings of "CS - Richmond VA - 1863". This is the type III Richmond Armory musket with the "lower" humpback lock. The barrel is Richmond Production as well with the distinctive crescent shaped slot. The musket has the distinctive brass buttplate of Richmond Production after leftover Harpers Ferry parts had been exhausted. The stock appears to be Confederate produced rather than a leftover Harper's Ferry stock, in that it is not milled for the Maynard primer system. The musket shows rounding of corners with numerous dings and marks in the wood from many campaigns. This musket is a good, solid example of a Confederate Arsenal weapon that has survived many a campaign.--$5,850.SOLD
Non-excavated, large size, lead-filled, US Oval Cartridge Box Plate. This plate has a very attractive, never cleaned, dark aged patina on the face and full lead and both attachment loops intact on the reverse. The wire loops are 2 5/8" apart. If you have a nice, .58 cal., Federal cartridge box missing the plate, here is an excellent example to finish out your cartridge box.--$250.
Very rare, and beautiful condition non-excavated cuff size "Goodyear's Patent" HARD RUBBER Federal Eagle Button. These are believed to have been used by Federal Sharp Shooters to prevent the sparkle of gilted brass buttons to give the Sharp Shooter's position away.--$225.
Non-excavated, private purchase style spur that we often excavated from Confederate Cavalry campsites. The spur remains in nice, stable condition with the original rowel still intact and will spin.--$150.
1/6th plate, ambrotype of two seated Union soldiers that look to likely be brothers. One is wearing a standard kepi, and the other is wearing an earlier Mexican War era hat. The image is out of an Ohio estate and remains nice and clear.--$150
Beautiful condition 9-mm French Pinfire revolver. The revolver still has pretty case colors and the ejector rod intact - the loading door intact - folding trigger intact - and I am including two original cartridges to display with the revolver. The South purchased many of these, and we recover the pinfire cartridges from almost every 1863 Confederate camp here.--$695.SOLD
58 cal., triangular socket bayonet, correct for .58 cal. Springfield or contract 3-band rifled muskets. The metal is smooth, just beginning to darken with age. It was apparently a private purchase, because there are no US marks.--$195.
Excellent condition, non-excavated, coat size, Pennsylvania National Guard. It is in perfect condition with near 100% bright gold gilt. This button has a late war backmark of "Horstmann NY & Philada." A quite rare and beautiful button at a great price.--$125.
Quite rare "From Life" CDV of Confederate Brigadier General Humphrey Marshall. General Marshall was from Kentucky and was very active during the Civil War Era, both militarily and politically.--$125.
Very - very nice condition Model 1852 Federal Naval Officer's Sword and Scabbard. The blade is beautiful with deep - crisp engraving from top to bottom. The guard has a rich never cleaned thick bronze - brown patina, and the grip has the original sharkskin weap and wire. The blade is bright with sparkling bright engraving and is marked "Philadelphia" and would have been also marked "Horstmann" - but that mark has been intentionally removed. The leather scabbard is exceptionally nice with "coiled rope" ring mounts and a Dolphin drag. What a fantastic gift this would be for that Naval person in your family.--$1,250.
Complete, excavated, cast brass, Confederate, Cavalry spur. This was recovered many years ago, and has a smooth olive green patina with remnants of the iron rowel. The spur has traits leading one to think that it is likely a product of Leech and Rigdon of Memphis, Tennessee.--$295.
1/6th plate tintype of a fully equipped, Federal Infantry Enlistedman. This is a standing view wearing a 9-button frock coat with US beltrig and cartridge box at his side. His musket with bayonet stands in front of him. The photograph is taken in front of a patriotic backdrop with tents, canons, and flags. The photograph is housed in a 1/2 hard case and remains in good stable condition with no flaking at all. The only negative is the image is unfortunately darker than what would be ideal. Even though dark, the image has great content and would be a nice addition to a collection.--$175.
Very attractive excavated large oval lead filled "SNY" waist belt plate. This plate was recovered on private property near Cold Harbor over 20 years ago. The face is complete , and has a pretty brown-green patina with good crisp detail. The reverse is lead filled, and all three attachment hooks remaining intact. At the time this plate was recovered the lead on the reverse was flaking a bit along one edge. This has been professionally stabilized, and this is now a very nice plate that most any collector would be very proud to have in his collection.--$650.
Pristine, non-excavated, pair of brass, Federal, enlistedman's shoulder epaulets. The epaulets are completely intact with both attaching tabs underneath as well as the brass, sew-on clips to attach the epaulets to the uniform. If you have a nice Federal shell jacket or enlistedman's frock coat, these will be perfect to complete your display.--$375. for the pair.
Beautiful excavated large size oval "VMM" (Volunteer Maine Militia) cartridge boxplate. This plate was recovered about 40 years ago on private property near Port Hudson, LA. The face has a slick chocolate brown patina and sharp, crisp letters and the plate has literally never even been rinsed off. The plate is the pattern ""VMM" with very little lead in the back - Actually just barely enough to keep the wire loops in place. Rusty residue of the wire loops still remains. This is one of the prettiest "VMM"s from that area that I have seen.--$1,150.
Just in out of the local area - .69 cal. Model 1842 Springfield percussion musket. The metal has a dark chocolate brown attic patina with lockplate markings of "1855 - Springfield - and U.S.". There is some pitting around the nipple area from having seen lots of field service. The wood is a very dark red-brown color and has the expected numerous small dings and marks from lots of actual field service. The mainspring is still strong as can be and the hammer sets solidly at both half cock and full cock. This one is a smoothbore and would have fired both musket balls and "buck and ball". This is a very typical antequated weapon that the Southern Infantry was armed with through much of the Civil War, and considering the area here where the musket came from - was almost certainly Southern carried and is going to look great on someone's wall.--$1,295.SOLD
Beautiful condition, non-excavated, coat size, 3-piece, Virginia Staff Officer button. This button has virtually 100% bright gold gilt and is perfect with no dents or cracks. The reverse is backmarked "Canfield Bro. & Co. Baltimore," and the shank remains perfectly intact. This button is nice enough quality for even the most discriminating collector.--$275.
Absolutely beautiful non-excavated coat size Georgia State Seal Confederate Officer's button. It has a super nice face with virtually 100 % bright gold gilt intact. The reverse is prewar backmarked "Horstmann and Allien - NY" and is perfect as well with shank intact.--$225.SOLD
Very attractive, excavated, large size, lead-filled, Georgia State Seal oval waist belt plate. This extremely rare Confederate buckle is out of the nationally known Charlie Harris collection and was originally recovered by Dr. Rees Buttram off private property near Chickamauga. The face has a nice brown/green patina with crisp detail. This rare buckle has the distinction of having been in two of the finest nationally known excavated artifact collections in existence.--$3,950.SOLD
Nice crisp excavated coat size Confederate "Script "I" uniform button. It has a smooth chocolate patina, with no dents and shank intact. This button was recovered on private property located near Richmond, VA.--$165.SOLD
Pair of excavated .577 cal. Confederate Enfield bullets with rare base markings. One is base marked "L" {for London} and the second is base marked "L-2" {for London 2nd pattern}. The "L-2" still has the original boxwood plug intact in the base and can be taken in and out. They come in a nice glass display case.--$45. with case-SOLD
Very cool Model 1858 Federal "Bullseye" canteen that is complete with cover - stopper - sling - and has the sling shortened indicating Cavalry service. There are some "red-brown" splatters on it - Wonder if DNA works after 150 years ??--$495.SOLD
Early Battlefield Pick-up .577 cal. Enfield triangular socket bayonet picked up on private property near Chickamauga, GA, many, many years ago.--$150.SOLD
A few days ago - April 10th, 2017 - was one of life's very best days. My 3rd granddaughter (Isabella Rose) was born to my younger daughter Savannah Cynthia and her husband Luke. Isabella Rose was born at 1:10 p.m. weighing 7 lbs. 11 oz. and was 19 1/4" long. She appears very healthy and has a head full of dark brown hair. To me, she looks like a near exact duplicate of her older sister, Lila Magnolia. The birth went perfectly, and we hope to have both coming home soon. Lila is very proud of her new baby sister, and we hope that sentiment lasts.

Meet "Lila Magnolia Blackwelder" !!! She is my younger daughter - Savannah Cynthia and her husband - Luke Blackwelder's first child. She was born December 4, 2013 at 3:25 pm weighing 7 pounds 4 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. She was born with a head full of dark brown hair and a fine set of lungs. She has a wonderful disposition, and loves to smile and giggle. I plan to do my best to spoil her beyond belief !!!!

NEW PICTURE !!! Guess who is celebrating 1 year old today ?? Yep -- "Lady A - Anastasia" . I just got back from Houston, TX. visiting my first "Grandchild - Lady-A" {Anastasia}. She is an absolute little doll and has everyone wrapped around her tiny, little finger. She has arrived at the conclusion - "If I'm awake, somebody best be holding me if you know what's good for you" -- {otherwise I'll give you the business} !!! She and I have a lot in common -- Two of our favorite things on earth to do is "Eat and Sleep" !!!! Jonathan {the pup} is a wonderful "Big Brother" -- As a matter of fact - He has a little sweater that has "Only Child" crossed out and "Big Brother" written beneath it. She is something like 11 months old and already weighs 23 lbs. -- Texas thing I'm told !!! {Make that "5 YEARS" old now !!!!} WOW --- Time sure gets away !!!! And now ANOTHER year !!!! I'm getting SOOO old, but beats the alternative !!!

.Beautiful and tough to come by 1973 print of General Nathan Bedford Forrest that was done by the Sons of Confederate Veterans over 30 years ago. The print is BIG measuring 24 inches by 30 inches before framing and is absolutely breathtaking once it's matted and framed. I seldom get these in anymore.--$89.