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$1,000 CASH REWARD for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the THIEF who stole this weapon from my table June 26th, 2010, at the GETTYSBURG CIVIL WAR SHOW. Contact me directly and I will link you with the POLICE who have a full report on the theft. The same THIEF may also have stolen a PINFIRE PISTOL from Bill Henderson of the Picket Post and a McClellan ID disc from Don Stoops of the Sharpsburg Arsenal....please pass the word and help us nail this SCUMBAG. He should hopefully be easy to catch since he is obviously an IDIOT as well--my gun was on the table next to THREE Confederate pistols, all worth over $25,000 each.... Beautiful Colt Model 1849 pocket pistol serial number 213194 (manufactured in 1862) with a 4" barrel. One of the few around that retain the full silver plate on the triggerguard and backstrap. Excellent grips. This interesting little handgun has a British proof on the cylinder and frame--odd, since it was manufactured in the US ! Worthy of additional research, for sure--and came from a Southern estate. All matching numbers and a solid scene on the cylinder. $1,250 |
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US Civil War rifle musket by Trenton dated 1864, crisp US on iron buttplate. Weapon was shortened to a 34" barrel and half stocked during its period of use as a "forager" or shotgun. Priced for about what the lock and buttplate is worth. $595 |
Exceptional investment grade top quality Civil War officer frock coat. This regulation Artillery officer frock is fresh from a New England Historical Society collection where it has been for scores of decades--never offered on the private collector market. The custom tailored coat is made of fine blended wool broadcloth in dark navy blue and lined with beautiful green polished cotton which has been extensively padded and cross quilted. The stand up collar is lined in dark navy blue velvet cloth and the outside has an extremely fancy stitch pattern as shown. The regulation 1st Lieutenant of Artillery shoulder straps retain their bright crimson felt inner borders and the early War brass eagle "A" buttons are all matching RMDC (raised mark, depressed channel) "Extra Quality" backmarked, which is the trade stamp of both Scoville and Waterbury Button Company circa 1862-1863 (see page 28, center right, American Military Buttons Makers and Their Backmarks and Dates, McGuinn and Bazelon). None of the buttons have been re-sewn, which is a rarity on coats of this era. The sleeve lining is lightly polished white cotton showing evidence of light wear and use. Overall condition is a solid 9 on a 10 scale. There are a few minor areas of scattered insect damage which can easily be either restored or left alone. Artillery uniforms survive at a rate of less than one in 1,000 compared to infantry examples mainly due to the vast differences in actual number of personnel during the 1861-1865 era. There is a possibility some identification may exist as to whom the officer was that wore this coat--work in progress! SOLD |
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| Exceptionally fine Confederate percussion revolver as manufactured by Leech & Rigdon. One of the finest known examples of this pattern of pistol which was designed on the Colt M1851 Navy concept. Chambered in .36 caliber and clearly marked Leech and Rigdon C.S.A. on the top of the barrel, serial #1061 is matching throughout and has a crisp "S.C" marking on the bottom of the grip as shown. A small cryptic "N" is stamped on the left side of the triggerguard. Absolutely stunning overall with a deep brown natural age patina overall. Appears to have NO replaced parts! SOLD |
| Exceptional Confederate D-Guard bowie knife with incredible bone grip and "cotton scale" guard. Typical Georgia school construction and early war model with masive 19" blade and measuring 23.5" overall. Honest as they come and big enough to be called a cutlass. Fresh estate purchase from the Dalton, Georgia area. $4,500 |  Additional Photos |
| Confederate cavalry sabre with original matching scabbard as manufactured by Louis Froelich at the Confederate States Armory at Kenansville, North Carolina, circa 1863. Honest example with matching Roman numeral markings on both the sword guard and scabbard throat. Grip is missing the leather and the guard has an old break as shown--can be repaired if you so desire. Very good overall condition and straight from a North Carolina estate sale. $7,200 |
| Interesting M1842 US percussion pistol by H. Aston that has a period adaptation of a 24" barrel ! Honest as it can be and used this way--perhaps as a coach gun or cavalry weapon! Fresh from a South Carolina estate and totally untouched patina overall. $1,450 |  View 1 View 2 View 3 |
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US Model 1860 Light Cavalry sabre and scabbard, enlisted pattern, full original leather grip and twisted brass wire. This sword has a light stamping on the ricasso of a footed "Z" often associated with Confederate reworked weapons and also has a weak but visible 1862 date. $595 |
| This fine old gun is accompanied by a Colt factory letter proving it and one other was shipped March 17, 1890 to Thomas M. Clarke & Company, a wholesale hardware and railroad supplies business in Atlanta, Georgia. Clarke, born around 1829 and the son of an Irish immigrant, is listed at 27 and 485 Peachtree Street and was in business as early as 1889. In late 1890, the company name changed to Clarke, Thomas & Company.Scarce Colt DA Frontier Six Shooter in desireable .44 caliber. All matching except for the ejection finger tab (modern replacement) serial number 24,715. Manufactured in January of 1890. Grips have the rampant Colt design and are stunning. Slight traces of original blue finish in protected areas, good action overall, good barrel markings and original lanyard ring intact. $1,495 |  View 1 View 2 View 3 View 4 View 5 |
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Fine WWII Nazi German Army officer dagger with original sheath. Fine orange colored swirl grip with a bright unmarked blade (probably a Weyersburg) circa 1944. Great dagger at a great price. $525.00 |
Fine Confederate Civil War .36 percussion revolver serial number 1030 as manufactured by Leech and Rigdon and one of fewer than 120 examples (out of about 1,500 estimated manufactured) known to exist.. Very crisp barrel marking as well as “C.S.A.” on the top of the barrel flat. Underside of grip has the correct “S.C.” marking. This unique weapon has two sets of initials on it as well. “M.M.” is carved in the left grip and the brass backstrap has the initials “C.W.O.” legibly scratched in. The butt has a field-fashioned lanyard ring of iron which is unquestionably original to the weapon. This pistol is accompanied by a letter from noted authority and collector Fred Edmunds stating it is all original as used in the period and complete in all respects. Investment grade. Just taken back in trade!!! $26,500 |
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Extremely rare Confederate D-guard bowie or cutlass, absolutely UNIQUE ! This massive chunk of Rebel iron measures a bit over 21” overall with over 16 ¼” of BLADE! The hilt appears to be in the form of a Sharp and Hamilton (see Albaugh’s Photographic Supplement, pages 146-148) most often commonly known as “Nashville Plow Works,” which operated in Nashville, Tennessee, from just prior to the Civil War until only April 1st of 1862 when the city fell to the Union army. This massive knife could be called either a D-Guard bowie or a cutlass as most of these weapons were used both ways. This example has another major plus in that the name of “M.L. Ferguson” is neatly impressed in the underside of the guard in block letters. It is unknown if Ferguson was a maker, a mechanic, a shopsmith or the owner of this knife—definitely worthy of additional research! The grooved wooden grip appears to have never been covered in leather and the overall patina is absolutely unmolested in any manner. A true rarity. $4,750 |
| Outstanding example of a Leech and Rigdon (Memphis Novelty Works) Confederate infantry officer sword with original complete leather scabbard. Very rare pattern (see Albaugh’s Photographic Supplement page 122) manufactured either in Columbus, Mississippi or Greensboro, Georgia—nobody is 100% sure which patterns were made at which location. This pattern is thought by most experts to have been made in Georgia since the only known identified patterns date after their move in 1863. The sword retains its full brown leather grip but most of the wire wrapping is long gone. The unstopped fuller blade is unetched and measures a bit over 28.5” long. The original leather washer is still present between the ricasso and the guard. The brass mounted leather scabbard, which is very solid but flaking, is top sewn and the soldered mounts secured with single pins. This is a pretty rare sword and one of perhaps a few dozen, at most, known. $18,500 |
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Exceptional and fresh estate find from North Carolina! One of the nicest and most honest English Tower Enfield rifle muskets I have seen in a very long time, directly from a family near Greensboro, NC. This 1861 dated weapon is a standard .577 caliber (barrel proof marks 25*25) and is as brown and unmolested as you will likely EVER see one. The rifle's brass buttplate is stamped D with 81 below the letter but is otherwise devoid of ANY other markings in the metal or wood. This is a very early Civil War example and has a far better chance of being a blockade run imported Confederate weapon than Yankee purchase! All swivels and the ramrod are original to the weapon. The stock is walnut which is only found on very early examples. The rear sight, which was soldered on for this type of weapon, has been gone for scores of decades. It has an interesting tack and inserted brass tab design neatly inserted on both sides of the buttstock which appears to have been done during the period of use, typical of "personalization" by a Rebel soldier. This is a keeper. SOLD
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| Rare Confederate Naval cutlass by Thomas Griswold of New Orleans, Louisiana. Patterned after the US Model 1841. Fine and honest specimen with typical Griswold double struck markings. Untouched and original in all respects. No scabbard. $6,750 |
| Extremely rare Confederate Civil War officer sword as manufactured by Lewis Froelich (Confederate States Armory) in Wilmington, North Carolina, in 1861. This is the very thin guard model (not to be confused with thicker guard examples manufactured in Kenansville, NC, which are FAR more plentiful). One of only a few known to have survived. Flawless untouched patination overall, full original grip leather--missing only the wire wrap and scabbard. One of the most honest examples I have ever seen offered for sale. $12,500 |  View 1 View 2 View 3 View 4 View 5 View 6 View 7
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Exceptional and rare Colt M1851 Navy percussion revolver, MARTIALLY MARKED. Honest as-found condition overall with all matching numbers throughout, strong barrel and frame markings and 75%+ cylinder scene. Wonderful and seldom seen dual inspected grips, too. This pattern of revolver was purchased by both the US Army and the US Navy in the years preceding the Civil War, but few inspected examples exist today. The weapon exhibits a wonderful natural patina and is KEEPER class! $4,950 |
Excellent Civil War Model 1860 enlisted Navy Cutlass dated 1862. Crisp Ames marking at ricasso, full original leather grip (this pattern of sword NEVER had wire wrap), ship rack markings on back of guard 12M 248; inspection marking of an anchor above the date. No scabbard. SOLD |
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Confederate Naval Cutlass by Cook and Brother. Manufactured at Athens, Georgia. Exceptional and rare Civil War naval cutlass patterned after the US Model 1841 but with a 20 3/4" blade and clear maker stamping on guard. No scabbard. $6,500 |
| Original Civil War percussion cap pouch for the rifle musket or musket. Dual belt loops on the reverse and inner seal flap. No wool or vent pick left, though. Solid overall. $125
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Unknown variant of the heavy artillery short sword US Model 1832 as manufactured by a Confederate sword smith. The crude sand cast hilt is obviously made from a mold of the US pattern and the 18 ¼” blade has a unique combination of fullers unlike any US patterns or even the normally encountered Confederate counterparts. This sword, which measures 24 ¼” overall, is likely the product of a small scale armory either in Georgia or Tennessee. The partial scabbard is similar to a US model but is made of high copper content lapped seam brass and is missing the drag. A very solid weapon in unique form. $3,250 |
Very scarce Confederate Fayetteville Arsenal Rifle dated 1864. Patterned after the US Model 1855 Rifle manufactured at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, and actually made on the machinery captured at that location and shipped to the Fayetteville Arsenal in North Carolina under the supervision of James Burton of the Richmond Armory. This weapon shows a lot of actual field use and wear and is basically very complete and original with the exception of the ramrod, which is of unknown pattern and origin--but clearly fits the weapon nicely and has been with it for eons. A nice plus for the weapon is the presence of an original leather sling with a typical Confederate iron hook catch. Overall condition is fair plus to good and this example is priced THOUSANDS less than similar specimens on the current market. $7,950 |
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Exceptional and fresh Civil War non-regulation Staff and Field officer pattern sword commonly known as a Peterson #75 example. This sword was manufactured by W. Walscheid of Solingen, Germany, circa 1863-4 and imported in fairly large quantities by military outfitters in the North. The sword has a brass hilt with a cut out motif of the American eagle as shown and the blade is etched on both sides with patriotic scrolls and military devices. It has a "Proved" mark in a recessed circle at the ricasso. This sword comes to you directly out of a family in Ohio with the verbal history of belonging to a descendant named " John Yahraus" which is spelled Yarhouse as well as Yarhous. The only man by this name I can find served in the 150th Ohio Infantry in 1864 as an enlistedman. According to the affadavit provided by the family, there was a grandfather named Richard W. Schultz who married Jeanette L. Yahrous--her father was Harvey Yarhous, the son of John Yahrhous--Richard W. Schultz, however, was named for his father, Frederick Schultz--and there is only ONE officer by that name from Ohio--a Captain of Battery M, 1st Ohio Light Artillery (a Gettysburg battle unit). Capt. Schultz was promoted to Major 10-20-1864 thus being appointed to a Staff and Field officer position! The date of appointment, the pattern of sword and the date of the manufacture of the sword all fit together flawlessly! The most likely story of this sword is that it belonged to the Schultz family, NOT the Yahraus family--but passed down through marriages with the story getting slightly skewed....item is accompanied by full legal affidavit from a direct descendant and all relevent service and unit histories. $1,650 - On Hold |
Fine Civil War Model 1855 ammunition cartridge box circa 1861-2 with original full length leather sling and both correct US oval box plate and eagle breastplate--neither has ever been removed and patina is beautiful! The leather is very supple and has no flaking. The inner implement pouch is slightly detatched and the outer flap tab is missing, but overall the box is extremely presentable and in great condition. No tins are present. $875
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Exceptional Civl War officer sword, 13th Massachusetts Infantry identified. This is a BEAUTIFUL sword in super honest condition overall and one that clearly saw solid use in the field. The sword was originally marketed by David Laslavic of Arizona Swords and I took it in trade this past weekend. The back of the upper mount has the initials of the officer who used it, Capt. Loring S. Richardson, who served in both Company G, 13th Massachusetts Infantry and in the 3rd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery. Richardson was one of FIVE brothers who served during the Civil War. He enlisted as a 1st Lieutenant July 16, 1861 and was wounded in the ankle at Second Bull Run (Manassas) at the time his unit was being flanked by Longstreet's Corps. Discharged for disability January 8, 1863, Richardson re-enlisted April 23, 1863 in the 3rd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery being promoted to Captain August 11, 1863, and served out the remainder of the war mostly doing garrison duty at Fort Warren in Boston harbor and in the Defenses of Washington. He was mustered out at Washington, DC, September 18, 1865. The sword also has his initials neatly carved in the pommel cap. Overall condition is very good to fine. There is no maker mark on the blade and the unique beaded mounts of the scabbard are typical of swords sold by jewelers in the Boston area early in the War. This sword is accompanied by full archives records and two copies of photographs of Richardson. Priced BELOW the original advertised price! $2,200 |
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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 |  View 1 View 2 |
Estate fresh US Model 1816 flintlock musket manufactured at Harpers Ferry Arsenal, Virginia, in 1824. Standard arsenal type cone in barrel conversion to percussion as performed in the 1850's by many national armories and military contractors on this pattern of weapon. This pattern of weapon was the workhorse of the Civil War for soldiers both North and South, but mostly SOUTH ! The big .69 smoothbore was regularly fed "buck and ball" in close combat situations and best of all, this one was manufactured in Virginia. The weapon exhibits an unmolested deep overall brown patina but has some 1960's looking plastic wood filler dabbed on here and there from a previous owner, but has NOT been refinished. It retains the original correct ramrod and sling swivels and as typically viewed on a Harpers Ferry piece, the markings are all well struck. This weapon came out of an estate in central Pennsylvania that had quite a few artifacts from an old GAR post (Grand Army of the Republic, a post-Civil War Union veteran organization) which included the totally cool cannonball lamp shown (NOT included with the musket). A more than fair price on a more than fair condition vintage and original Civil War infantry weapon--with a very strong potential Gettysburg battle association. SOLD |
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| Very honest Confederate percussion pistol as manufactured by Rigdon and Ansley circa 1864. This fine old rebel handgun is clearly marked serial #1832 on all parts including the wedge. The barrel stamping of "C.S.A." is clearly visible as is the cryptic "J" on the triggerguard. This weapon shows many casting flaws in the brass as pictured but is as honest as the day is long. It is missing the wedge screw and the front sight appears to be a period (and used like that) alteration. Relatively inexpensive example of a VERY rare handgun made completely in the South. $24,500 |
Exceptional Confederate Civil War Griswold and Gunnison percussion revolver serial number 2044. One of less than 250 known to exist (out of an estimated 3,500 manufactured). Once in the well known William Bond collection, this fine weapon is all matching numbered and a beautiful representative example of existing specimens of this rare handgun. Patina is smooth and mellow overall. The pistol is typically called a second model Griswold and is chambered in .36 caliber. A fine example of the true “Confederate Colt.” This exact example is noted on page 36 of Confederate Handguns by Albaugh, Benet and Simmons. $22,500 |
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Stunning Confederate D-Guard bowie knife with the ORIGINAL tooled leather sheath. Extremely difficult to find one this nice with the original scabbard, for sure. The clip point blade measures a whopping 13 3/4" and the knife is 18 3/4" in overall length. This bowie came out of central Texas in the 1950's and was sold by the famous "Red" Jackson . The tooled scabbard is reinforced with tiny lead rivets as well, a common trait on Confederate arms of the era. Beautiful walnut grip. Investment quality. $6,250 |
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Exceptional WWII Nazi German early SA or Brownshirt dagger by J.P. Sauer & Sohn, Suhl, circa 1939-41. Crisp blade and overall borderline fine; completely original and untouched in all respects. Finial on the scabbard drag has a push--blade will clean near EXC+. Lacquer on sheath has scattered age and storage scratches. Scarce maker. $675 |
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Near pristine Civil War enlistedman's artillery jacket (called a shell jacket by many), excellent condition overall with a couple of replaced eagle buttons, otherwise near mint. Bright scarlet worsted wool piping with crisp Cincinnati Depot markings in the sleeve--size 2. Few any better available. SOLD |
| EXCELLENT and very scarce Civil War mounted pattern greatcoat of the type issued to both cavalry and artillery units during the era. Double breasted with eagle buttons on the front, the cape and the rear adjusting strap. Minor scattered very light insect damage and some picks but basically as good as they come and with a crisp sky blue color. This coat has a New Jersey (N.J) stencil beneath the upper cape and COULD possibly be identified--there is a stencil in the shoulders that reads "Chrisdie" which is either an aftermarket vendor or the stencil of Henry Chrisie who enlisted in 1863 in Battery B of the 1st New Jersey Light Artillery or one of the host of "Christie" guys who served from that state--name spellings are often altered in record transcriptions. Either way, a relatively difficult to find Cavalry or Artillery pattern Civil War coat in very nice condition! Bear in mind that just because this is a mounted pattern, that does NOT mean an infantryman or officer could not wear it! SOLD |  View 1 View 2 View 3 View 4 View 5 View 6 View 7 View 8 |
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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 |
1861 Austrian rifle musket caliber .58, extremely honest example knee deep in natural age patina and complete with the original matching socket bayonet AND scabbard--fresh from the Dalton, Georgia Civil War Show. As honest as they get and very popular North and South early on. $1,595 |
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Rare US Model 1836 single shot martial pistol as manufactured by R. Johnson of Middleton, Connecticut in 1838--and surcharged NORTH CAROLINA on the top of the barrel. One of a few known examples of weapons sold to the State of North Carolina to arm the militia -- and very rare since it was never converted from flintlock to percussion. Clear inspector marks all over and a very strong example of the massive dragoon cavalry pistol which saw use in the Mexican and Civil Wars. $6,500 |
| Beyond rare presentation sword 1861 to the future Adjutant General of Confederate North Carolina ! Spectacular example of an elaborate antebellum pattern US Militia officer spreadwinged eagle sword with the crisp inscription to Major J.G. Martin from the Glenwood Guard July 4, 1861. This spectacular weapon is in fine and untouched overall condition and a unique opportunity to own the sword of a reknown United and Confederate states officer who served both countries with equal valor. |  View 1 |
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Brigadier-General James Green Martin was born at Elizabeth City, N. C., February 14, 1819. He was graduated at the
United States military academy in 1840, number fourteen in the class of which Richard S. Ewell was thirteenth, and George H. Thomas twelfth. With promotion to a lieutenancy in the artillery, he served mainly on the northern coast, on the Maine frontier, and in the coast survey, until he went into the war with Mexico, where he participated in the battles of Monterey, Vera Cruz, Cerro Gordo, Contreras and Churubusco, in the latter losing his right arm. He had previously been promoted captain of staff, and was brevetted major. At the outbreak of the war of 1861, he was on staff duty at Fort Riley. Resigning June 14, 1861, he offered his services to North Carolina, was commissioned captain of cavalry, C. S. A., and appointed adjutant-general of the State, a position in which he rendered valuable service in the organization and equipment of troops. At his suggestion, blockade-running ships were first employed to bring supplies from Europe.
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| On September 28, 1861, he was appointed commander-in-chief of the State forces, with the rank of major-general of militia. With due appreciation of the gravity of the struggle, he raised 12,000 more men than his State's quota, which were found of great service when hastily called into the field in Virginia when McClellan made his advance from Yorktown |
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After General Martin had completed this work he applied for duty in the field, and in May, 1862, was promoted brigadier-general in the provisional army, Confederate States. In August, 1862, he was given command of the district of North Carolina, with headquarters at Kinston. In the fall of 1863 he was directed to organize a brigade from the troops at his disposal and take the field. With this brigade, composed of the Seventeenth, Forty-second, Fiftieth and Sixty-sixth regiments, he went into camp near Wilmington and soon had as well-drilled and equipped a command as the Confederate army possessed. When Pickett made his demonstration against New Bern in February, 1864, Martin successfully attacked and drove the Federals from Newport. When the campaign of 1864 opened in Virginia he was called to Petersburg, and reaching there May 14th, was first in the field under Whiting. D. H. Hill was in command of the division May 20th, and Martin and his brigade won distinction by their gallant charge, driving the enemy from the works in their front. After this battle of Howlett's House, his men carried him around on their shoulders, shouting: "Three cheers for Old One Wing," much to the surprise of the gallant officer, whose stern discipline had not been calculated to inspire affection. After this Martin was the object of the warm admiration of his men.
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| The brigade now was assigned to Hoke's division, and reinforced Lee at Turkey ridge, where they gallantly repulsed the enemy's assaults on June 3rd, and for about ten days afterward were engaged in a sharpshooting fight along the line. Lee, believing Grant would make another attack, informed Martin that he held the key to the Confederate position, and asked if his troops, comparatively new, could be relied upon. Martin promptly responded that his men were as good as veterans, but that he thought he should be transferred to the south of the James, as he believed Grant would attack Richmond from the rear. |  View 3
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This opinion was soon verified, and Martin's brigade being hastily transferred to Petersburg, marched out where there was
not a Confederate line between that city and the enemy. In the famous battles of June before Petersburg, Martin and his
brigade displayed courage, discipline and fortitude unsurpassed by any. During the siege which followed, General Martin's health gave way under the strain and exposure, and he was transferred to the command of the district of Western North Carolina, with headquarters at Asheville, his field of service at the close of the war.
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After he had left the army of Northern Virginia, General Lee one day highly complimented his old brigade for faithful obedience to orders, and when reminded by General Kirkland that the praise was largely due to his predecessor, replied: "General Martin is one to whom North Carolina owes a debt she can never repay." The gallant brigade was almost continuously under fire, was never driven from a position, and never failed in an attack. |
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After the close of hostilities General Martin found himself bereft of the considerable property he had previously held, and manfully took up the study of law, a profession in which he met with success, practicing at Asheville during the remainder of his life. He died October 4, 1878. $75,000
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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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Near mint blade on this WWII Nazi German Luftwaffe (Air Force) officer dagger by Robert Klaas, Solingen,circa 1943. Beautiful ivory spiral grip with silver braided wire. Daggers this nice are becoming IMPOSSIBLE to find. $695 |
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Fine original Confederate States of America Heavy Artillery sword with rare original leather scabbard. Patterned after the US Model 1832, this cruder example exhibits sand cast fishscale grip and a wasp shaped blade without fullers. The brown scabbard retains the original belt loop on the reverse. Most likely a product of E.J. Johnson of Macon, Georgia but the grip casting closely resembles that of Confederate Navy cutlasses manufactured at Richmond, Virginia, circa 1861-1862. $4,750 |
Fine WWII Nazi German Army officer dagger with original sheath. Fine muted yellow colored swirl grip with a bright unmarked blade (probably a Weyersburg) circa 1944. Has period script initials on back of guard of "A.H." Great dagger at a great price. $525
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| Near pristine blade on this non-regulation Cavalry officer pattern sword produced by well known Solingen, Germany maker of F. Horster. This is a true sword, NOT a sabre, and retains its original shagreen grip and wire wrap. The blade is beautifully etched and very bright and it has a major plus--it is IDENTIFIED! Well, kinda--it has three clear initials and a wartime date on the iron sheath--with some research, you just might find that officer and have a named sword for close to the price of an un-named example. Inexpensive variant of very high quality overall. $1,750 |  View 1 View 2 View 3 View 4 View 5 |
| Important presentation Civil War pocket watch in 18k gold hallmarked case! This magnificent timepiece was made by John Barwise, a noted fine quality English watchmaker who lived in the London area from 1780 until 1857. It utilizes a verge fusee key wind movement like most of his surviving examples and is number 66997, one of his last watches crafted. The piece itself is marked on the fine porcelain face “ Barwise Royal Exchange London” and exhibits the same markings engraved in fine flowing script on the inner movement cover plate. |
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| The back inner cover is wonderfully engraved “Presented by the Printers of the National Bank Note Co. to their Foreman, Andrew Cullen, Nov. 1st, 1862.” Cullen was an Irish immigrant who played a critical role in the production of currency, bonds and stamps of the Civil War era.
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The National Bank Note Company was formed in 1858 from a merger of seven rival companies and began business in 1859 with the best master engravers of the period being retained who included Cyrus Durand (who “invented” geometric lathe designs on banknotes still in use today), Joseph Pease (a premier portrait engraver) and William Nichols and George Thurber, both well known for their lettering and intricate design work. The first orders arrived in 1860 and in 1861, the Company won the contract to print ALL official United States government postal stamps (which it held through 1872). The company also survived a severe scandal when it produced 607 sheets of Confederate “Montgomery” issue banknotes April 2, 1861, ten days before the beginning of the American Civil War! They filled a second order a short time later for 999 half sheets (one thousand each of $50 and $100 Confederate notes) which narrowly escaped confiscation by US Marshals as the notes were loaded on a ship in New York Harbor. Despite being hailed to return to the docks, the ship Captain ignored the orders and the notes arrived safely in the South—the last shipment of “Montgomery” notes to the Southern Cause. Union authorities seized the printer plates and the Cause had to scramble to other sources to produce their currency. The National Bank Note Company survived a printer strike and the burning of their building in 1870, but was forced into a consolidation with the Continental and American Bank Note companies in 1879. There is simply not another historical watch with presentation history relating to currency, bonds, stamps and the intrigues of War and capital economics as this ANYWHERE. $7,500 | |
| Exceptional Civil War Confederate CSA rectangle buckle recovered at Kennesaw Mountain, Georgia, in the early 1900's by Richard D. Steuart, one of the first hard core Civil War collectors of the modern era. Complete with original handwritten paper tag on reverse in his hand. This is an early battlefield pick up, NOT DUG, and is just simply fine. |
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| Original Civil War import Sheffield clip point bowie knife with original sheath. Made by Manson of Sheffield and so marked, the blade measures a bit over 6.25" and overall the weapon is 10.25", the perfect size for a personal defense belt bowie. This is an honest example of one of the most popular type knives used by soldiers in the North and South alike and has been sharpened to a razor's edge! Bone stocked handle, German silver upper mount with button throg attachment--missing the drag. $365.00 |  View 1 View 2 View 3 |
Exceptional Civil War grouping with provenance to Gen. Breckenridge ! Fresh from a walk in at a show in central Virginia, this cool little lot is as honest as they come and in exceptional condition overall. The lot consists of a US Model 1858 canteen with full cover, stopper, chain and strap with a unique roller buckle attachment similar to Confederate issue canteens. Also included is an attic condition M1851 eagle sword belt rig complete with over the shoulder strap and both sword hangers, all finished in BUFF leather with a totally untouched patina overall. The keeper and the plate are MATCHING numbered as well. Inside a small slit in the canteen cover was a small paper note as shown which associates the lot to a courier for Gen. Breckinridge! Take it for what it is worth, but bear in mind the totally untouched condition of it all….priced for less than the parts combined would normally retail for without ANY ID at all…. $1,500 |
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Nice Civil War Model 1860 Cavalry OFFICER sabre and scabbard. Retains most of the original shagreen grip but the wire has been replaced with period yellow cording as generally seen on cavalry enlisted grade Hardee hat cords! The unstopped fuller blade has a Klingenthal script marking on the spine and is typical of officer import swords used by the North and South alike. Very solid and honest example.
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Superb Gettysburg battlefield relic, obviously a very early pickup 19th century modified to a LAMP! The old brass burner is still functional and the small pedestal feet appear to be mid-1800's drawer pulls! The gold paint is typical for examples of items displayed in post-Civil War era veteran posts such as those of the GAR (Grand Army of the Republic). Part of a nice sized Pennsylvania estate collection just purchased which included many artifacts with direct Gettysburg identification including several weapons and accoutrements. SOLD |
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Wonderful Confederate clip point belt bowie with hand forged copper washer reinforcement on an early 1840-1850 blade by John Coe, Sheffield , England. Coe was a well known cutler as early as the mid-1820's and very active in the American Civil War era. No sheath and a wonderful honest patina overall. $495 |
| Early Sheffield German silver cutlery handle dirk or dagger. Excellent form and very solid overall; unusual blade for this pattern and manufactured circa 1840-1850's. Common Civil War era belt knife. No sheath. $395 |  View 1 |
| Excellent polished bone hilted dirk with a dual edge spear point tip as manufactured by Cambridge Cutlery Works of Sheffield, England, circa 1864. A very popular form of small Civil War belt knife. No sheath. $325 |  View 1 View 2 |
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US Model 1861 .58 caliber rifled musket as manufactued by Trenton of New Jersey in 1863 with New Jersey state troops surcharge markings (N.J). Nice gun overall and it even has the ORIGINAL leather sling on it. This weapon has traces of old nickle plating commonly seen on weapons used in parades by Grand Army of the Republic veteran posts. $1,325 |
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Exceptional Indian used belt knife by Needham, Veall and Tyzackle of Sheffield, England, with ORIGINAL hemp twine reinforced leather sheath! This is a fantastic little Native American used blade in the perfect form for skinning or cutting patches—the scabbard itself has lightly impressed designs of wavy lines, pronged Y and a teepee form—absolutely authentic all the way, and fresh from a very old collection we just purchased—this knife has not seen the light of day for over half a century! $525 |
| Incredibly rare Italian or Portugese STILETTI knife in a form circa 16th Century! This magnificent edged weapon was the centerpiece of a gentleman's private collection for over half a century. In form, it is almost identical to an example in the English Tower of London Collection (see Plate 98, bottom figure, European Swords and Daggers in the Tower of London as published in 1974 by Arthur Richard Dufty, Master of the Armouries). Very few examples exist and the form vanished by the mid-18th century entirely. This item was found decades ago in a very old estate in New York near Nyack and likely saw use in the American Revolutionary War—but it was old even then. For its age, the turned wood and metal grip is nothing less than pristine—and 100% untouched for centuries. $2,950 |  View 1 View 2 View 3 |
| 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 |  View 1 View 2 View 3
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| Excellent sixth-plate ruby ambrotype image of a Union Veteran Reserve Corps soldier in full uniform with musket in hand. In full cardboard case (cloth spine broken as typically found). Very clear and scarce image. $595 |  View 1 View 2 |
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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 |
| Early War New York soldier image, ruby ambrotype 9th plate in half case, wearing very early war gear including a white buff over the shoulder strap on his cartridge box and the US M1839 small oval belt plate on white buff leataher as well. He appears to be holding a US Model 1842 musket and has a small caliber pistol tucked in his belt--perhaps a Smith and Wesson. The image has a slight mercuric halo around the perimeter from age. $495 |  View 1 View 2 |
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Original Civil War era brass Tower Enfield minie ball bullet mold. Very rare accessory in fine condition with all functional parts including the conical base insert. This type of mold was used by both the North and the South to cast projectiles in the field and generally one was issued to each company sergeant. Also appropriate for use with the contract Enfield rifle muskets and rifles by E.P. Bond, Barnett, Potts and Hunt , London Armory and others. $1,475 |
| 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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Exceptional Confederate Civil War Cavalry sword with Virginia association. Typical "Dog River" variety with simple double twisted wire wrap over tarred linen grip. Crude lapped seam and soldered iron sheath with sand cast brass mounts. Blade is about fine and the example is unusual in that it is stamped "C.S.A." and "1864" and "V" indicating Virginia use...few examples are known marked but there would be no valid reason for spurious stampings to be on the sword...it is dead real and in borderline FINE overall condition. $7,500 |
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Standard Civil War cartridge box plate recovered from the field of combat in Virginia. Retains full lead solder filled reverse and thin stamped brass skin embossed with US, mellowed by time and age to a smooth brown patina overall. The iron fastening loops have long rusted away. This plate was recovered from private property with the permission of the owner just a few hundred feet from the heart of the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House. 100% guaranteed authentic relic. $275 |
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American pre-Civil War militia pistol cartridge box circa 1790-1820. Standard Federal era accoutrement very seldom encountered, complete with original tin tube liner. This box is approximately 5.5” x 4” x 1.5” overall and is manufactured in very supple and thin leather coated with tar for waterproofing. One belt loop is missing on the reverse. The tins measure about 2.5” deep x 5/8” so they were intended for a .54 caliber paper cartridge common to most American pistols through the Mexican War era. The latch is still functional. The front is adorned with a brass 1” sunburst motif star very similar to a Cherokee rose pattern typically found on Southern accoutrements from Florida. $750
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