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Truly unique and SPECTACULAR Civil War Confederate custom presentation staff officer sword given to a General KIA ! Once in a lifetime opportunity to possess the finest known example of a Confederate manufactured presentation grade silver hilted sword in private hands. This magnificent specimen is clearly a product of Hyde and Goodrich jewelers (later Thomas Griswold & Company) of New Orleans, Louisiana with custom silver chasing and engraving work done by either Adolphe Himmel or Christian Kuchler according to Ellis Joubert, a resident expert on New Orleans silversmiths (the sword is slated for publication is his upcoming reference book on the topic). This magnificent sword is adorned with deeply incised engraved flags of the Confederacy, the Louisiana pelican motif, cannons, swords, drums, laurel leaves, ordnance bomb motifs, a skull and crossbones, shields, lances---about every military regalia device known! The silver eagle head gently ties into a fully pierced silver guard and the silver scabbard is gold plated. The presentation plaque on the scabbard reads, in fine flowing script, "Presented to Brig. Gen. C.H. Mott by his former Company The Jeff. Davis Rifles March 28, 1862." The sword blade is fully three-quarters etched with crisp frosting with an old English style "C.S." on one side and "Gen. C.H. Mott" on the other. Mott, a veteran of the Mexican War whose history is far too extensive to list here, was in command of the 19th Mississippi Infantry when he was killed in combat at Williamsburg, Virginia, only a few weeks after receiving this sword from his comrads. This is as one of a kind as possible on a premiere Confederate edged weapon. SOLD |
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One of the most rare and historical Civil War artifacts to ever enter the private collector market, the battle sword of the "Heroine of New Bern," Kady Brownell ! With ease, Kady Brownell is one of the most famous women of the entire American Civil War and the U.S. military in general--I will not list her entire history because it would take PAGES--if you don't know who she was, just Google her name. Kady, the "Daughter" of the 1st and 5th Rhode Island Infantry Regiments, the honorary and in-combat COLOR BEARER, a field nurse, a vivandiere supreme, and the only woman to receive a pension as a Civil War soldier (granted by a special act of Congress), at the least had an extraordinary life. She is credited with saving the lifes of many of her male comrads at the Battle of New Bern on March 14, 1862 and was an active participant in the Battle of First Manassas (Bull Run) earlier. By special instruction of General Ambrose P. Burnside, her often mentioned "sergeant's sword" was to have her name "chiseled" or "carved" into it...and that is exactly what was done. The sword is a unique variant of the US Militia Noncommissioned Officer Sword (Peterson 11, 12) also known as the "Sergeant's Pattern." The sword itself is very unique having a much wider blade (1.25") and 3/4 length median ridge along the relatively short 23 3/4" blade-- no doubt to correspond to her height. The grip is of fluted bone and the cruciform guard is brass. The pommel cap is a standard helmet pattern with a plume resembling those manufactured by Ames of Chicopee, Massachusetts. The commonly known photograph of her with her sword clearly verifies it is the same one she is holding. The scabbard mounts have her name deeply impressed in them as well as "1st R.I.D.M." 1861. These initials are those of the 1st Rhode Island Detatched Militia, a "first call" unit that only existed for approximately 90 days in 1861. One side of the sword blade has engraving scratched into it which appears to be "Presented to Kady Brownell A. Co. 1 (probably 1st Rhode Island) and the other side appears to be "Sergeant Kady Brownell R.I." -- both sides of the blade where the lettering is present show age and wear and are absolutely genuine and of the period. Truly one of the finest and most unique collectibles I have encountered in over thirty years in the trade. P.O.R. |
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Beautiful piece of Civil War era gold "mourning" jewelry. T-bar pinback on this memorial item also called "hair jewelry." It was common to take a lock of hair from a deceased loved one and mount it in a fine gold locket--just like this one! $325 |
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Model 1851 Colt "Navy" percussion revolver S/N 152xxx as $1,450 |
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| Secondary Confederate Model 1842 musket by William Glaze of Columbia, South Carolina, aka “Palmetto Armory.” Manufactured in 1852 for use by militia troops of the state of South Carolina, this weapon is only one of three known with a long range rear sight affixed. Once in the private collection of William Edwards, author of “Civil War Guns,” this fine weapon is unmolested in any way and retains a full deep brown patina overall. The William Glaze marking is more visible on the barrel than the digital camera actually shows and all other markings are clean and crisp. It was purchased by John Sexton of Stone Mountain Relics several years ago from Charles Edwards, the son of the author. Fine and rare of an example as you will ever encounter. $17,500 |
A rare opportunity for the Civil War collector or institution, a PRISTINE example of the US Springfield rifle musket of 1861 as manufactured in 1862. This fine weapon is about as close to arsenal bright as you will likely ever find and the bore is outstanding. It shows some history of being gently cleaned over the years but still retains crisp wood with ESA cartouche, bright metal, strong markings and no evidence of replaced parts I can find other than a repair on the triggerguard sling swivel. Fresh from a very old collection in Ohio, this weapon also has unit or rack numbers stamped in the buttplate! These come along maybe once a year in this condition.
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Authentic and original slave tag from Charleston, South Carolina, for a servant dated 1845. A premium excavated example from the only location in the world where these unique items were ever issued. $1,650 |
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Remington New Model 1858/61 "Navy" percussion revolver S/N 25xxx as manufactured circa 1863. Relatively scarce .36 weapon as compared to the far more common "Army" model in .44 caliber. German silver cone front $1,650 |
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US Rifle musket Model 1861 as produced by Parker, Snow and Company $1,250 |
Exceptional and FRESH regulation Confederate cavalry sword with original scabbard. Classic form and totally honest and untouched condition overall. The unstopped fuller blade is in fine condition and the grip retains full single strand wire wrap and the original leather covering. Wonderful lapped and soldered iron scabbard with brass bands and crude formed iron suspension rings. This pattern is called a "Haiman" by many and a "Dog River" by others....I call it a Tennessee pattern! There is a slight raised ridge in the casting of the scabbard bands which is "Haiman-ish" but the blade is clearly annealed (meaning the blade is a harder steel than the tang, like a Fayetteville socket bayonet--constructed of mixed metals). If you want a totally honest, original and untouched Rebel horse sword fresh from the hills of Virginia, you have found it. Now all you gotta do is figure out how to pay for it... SOLD |
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Historical investment grade tactics book printed in London in 1727, Exercise for the Horse, Dragoons and Foot Forces printed by John Baskett, Printer to the King's Most Excellent Majesty. This fantastic pre-Revolutionary War leather bound book has the bookplate in the front of Alexander Hamilton (1755-1804), one of six aides-de-camp to General George Washington in 1777 and who rode beside Washington in the battles of Brandywine, Germantown and Monmouth. Hamilton was the first US Secretary of the Treasury (September 11, 1789) and leader of the Federalist Party--thus a long time political enemy of Thomas Jefferson. Hamilton was killed in a duel with Aaron Burr in 1804. If you are looking for a genuine rarity in US historical artifacts, here it is. $12,500 |
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Strong looking serious Yankee image, sixty plate tintype, of a fully field dressed infantryman holding his cocked Tower Enfield rifle musket in his hands. His shell jacket has shoulder tabs which generally indicate New York or Pennsylvania early war troops. Very clear photograph--flecks in online images are dust reflections--the picture is clear. In full cardboard case. $550 |
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Fine Civil War era wicker and white metal accentuated glass whiskey flask. The same time seen in scores of pictures during the era--and in near pristine condition overall. The metal base also serves as the cup for a deeper draught! $375 |
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Lot of Civil War letters, 45th Pennsylvania Infantry, served in the east, gulf and western theatres! I have not done the full description yet, but here are the pics....I have to transcribe the letters...time consuming! |
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Original Revolutionary War era 2nd Model Brown Bess flintlock musket. Standard long land pattern with four ramrod pipes, large brass escutcheon at wrist and English proved barrel. This old gem dates around 1779 to 1781 by the form and attributes. It is in remarkable condition for its age and presents well. All mechanics are functional. The ramrod is a replacement (correct pattern) and there are a few areas of wood repair. Overall a very good example at a great price! $7,500 |
Fine Civil War imported Tower Enfield by Barnett of London, one of the prime exporters to the Confederacy in 1861 and 1862. Wonderful untouched example in caliber .577 with no replace parts, even retaining the original nipple protector and chain. A premium example for any collection. $1,650 |
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Original Civil War artillery enlistedmans "shell jacket" as issued SOLD |
Original Revolutionary War era Charleville flintlock musket. Excellent example of this French pattern musket so prized in battle during the Revolution. The Charleville is a much lighter and easier musket to manage than the common Brown Bess of the era and this one dates around 1780-1787. This musket has a few minor replaced parts but is overall in great condition and fully functional. $4,500
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Identified Civil War sword of Lt. A.C. Raymond, Co. F, 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery. This is a fine example as manufactured by Ames of Chicopee, Massachusetts, circa 1862 with clear maker marks on both the ricasso and reverse upper mount. The blade retains full etching with 90% bright frosting and shows little field use. The face of the upper mount is clearly and crisply engraved with the identification and overall the sword exhibits and incredible unmolested age patina. The grip is original and retains full wire wrap as well. Raymond enlisted in May of 1861 and served with the unit until he was dismisssed in February of 1863, likely due to battle wounds he received in combat. During his term of service, he saw action at Yorktown, Virginia; Hanover Court House; Gaines Mills; Chickahominy; Golden Hill; Malvern Hill; and Fredericksburg. This sword is as fresh to the collector market as it gets! SOLD |
Regulation Civil War Model 1855 pistol cartridge box as designed and issued with the .36 and .44 martial percussion revolvers such as Colt or Remington series. This box is in above average overall condition and has a clear "US" script marking on the front flap as well as the inspector marking of "T.J. Shepherd." $110
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Attic fresh example of a Model 1841 "Mississippi" Rifle as manufactured by Whitney in 1851. One of the most attractive and graceful of all Civil War weapons and highly prized in the South. This example is as brown and honest as you will likely ever encounter and is 100% original in all respects. The walnut stock is deeply impressed with both Federal inspector marks and a state surcharge stamp of "N.J" for New Jersey. Original ramrod and very strong bore. Untouched condition overall. This rare example exhibits the arsenal "turn down" at the muzzle so the weapon will accept a socket bayonet--a very rare alteration for Civil War use. SOLD |
Exceptional and rare US Model 1850 Infantry Officer sword manufactured by Ames of Chicopee, Massachusetts, the premiere American maker of the Civil War. This fine edged weapon exhibits crisp and frosty etching, fine original gilt and full original blackened shagreen grip wrap with 100% wire. In addition to being a pristine example of this pattern, it is also a MARTIALLY marked and inspected government contract sword from 1861, which is a rarity in itself. Only getting better from that point, it is PRESENTED in beautiful flowing script on the upper brass mount "Presented to H.H. Blish by the Military and Medical Officers of Carver Gen. Hospital in testimony of his valuable musical services Washington, D.C., Nov. 20th, 1863." Hiram H. Blish Residence Hartford, CT; Enlisted on 4/18/1861 as a Musician. On 4/22/1861 he mustered into "Inf D" Co. CT 1st Infantry He was Mustered Out on 7/31/1861 at New Haven, CT Intra Regimental Company Transfers: From company Regtl band to company Inf D SOLD |
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Regulation US Model 1839 oval belt plate with solder filled back and single hook clasp. Exceptional non-dug condition overall. This pre-War plate was still actively in use during the Civil War and many times found with Confederate association. It shows obvious use overall but no damage. $575 |
Original IDENTIFIED Civil War artillery officer line frock coat. Strong example with original eagle "A" buttons on front and cuffs (the ones on the rear are eagle "I" for some reason, and one is missing as shown). This rare piece of cloth has some minor scattered mothing but nothing serious. Wonderful bright crimson Smith patent shoulder bars, too. This coat is accompanied with an original note from the family identifying the coat to Lt. Charles H. Boone who served in Company H of the 2nd Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery from 3/7/1863 until 10/4/1864. This unit was engaged in combat at the Wilderness, Virginia; Seven Pines, Virginia; Cold Harbor, Virginia, Petersburg, Virginia, Weldon Railroad, Virginia, and Chaffin's Farm, Virginia during his term of service. Research and documentation included! SOLD |
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