MISCELLANEOUS NON-DUG RELICS

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1. Model 1855 Civil War leather cartridge box complete with over the shoulder sling, cartridge box, and tins inside.  The leather remains stable and pliable and only needs a couple plates to be a first class Federal infantry rig.  Not too many come along anymore with the over the shoulder sling intact.--$695.SOLD
2. Relic condition 58 cal. Model 1855 leather Civil War cartridge box.  The box was found in the attic of an old home and about all that you can say for it is that it's the "real deal" and cheap.--$75.SOLD
3. 3 section collapsable cup of the type carried by many soldiers in the Civil War.--$48.SOLD
4. Hand stitched brown leather Confederate side knife sheath.  I bought the belt rig years ago and the family recently found the side knife scabbard.  This will fit a side knife up to a 6 inch blade and 1 1/8th inch wide blade at the hilt.--$195.SOLD
5. Mid-1800s era whiskey flask with pewter drinking cup base.  These were very popular with both Union and Confederate officers.  Every camp display needs one of these.--$48.SOLD
6. Mid 1800s era straight razor and case.  These were commonly carried by Civil War soldiers and we often dig them up in Civil War campsites.--$65.
7. Excellent condition set of original Civil War era drumsticks.  If you have a nice Civil War drum - These would compliment it perfectly.--$115.
8. Non-Excavated large size powder flask of the type carried from home to war by many Confederates when the Civil War first broke out.  This flask is in very nice condition with a deep, thick, never cleaned aged brown patina.  This would be great displayed with your Civil War era "double barrel" or "Country Rifle".--$150.SOLD
9. Civil War era officer's 4-section telescope complete with leather covering and also lens cap intact.--$150.SOLD
10. Very rare to find Confederate carried soldier's testament.  The bible is in nice solid condition with the prettiest old brown ink ID that you could ever hope to see.  The testament is an 1851 edition from the "American Bible Society".   It was carried by "George Deatherage" who was a member of the "34th Militia - Virginia Volunteer Infantry".  According to 1850 census records George lived in Rappahannock, VA.  This would be a fine addition to any Confederate relic collection.--$395.SOLD
11. Really nice condition small leather Union percussion cap box complete with brass finial, closure tab, both belt loops, vent pick, full wool, and still has caps inside.  No collection is complete without a nice Civil War percussion cap box.--$195.
12. Estate belonging to {H. C. Oliver - Co. D - 13th Reg. - Brooklyn, NY.}  The estate consists of H. C. Oliver's hardpack knapsack and also his 1864 date Ames musician's sword and scabbard.  The knapsack is well marked with his name and so forth inside.  Some of the straps are present and some are broken.  It needs to be treated and stuffed and will display well.  The sword and scabbard are in nice condition and marked "Ames Mfg. Co. - 1864".  I have found H. C. Oliver -- but listed in the cavalry - I would suspect that he was in the band somewhere along the way.  This grouping is going to look great in display.--$795.  for both itemsSOLD
13. Exceptionally pretty condition 58 cal. 1864 Federal cartridge box complete with sling and cartridge tins.  The leather on both the box and the sling is pliable enough to wear even today.  The cartridge box is marked "Watertown Arsenal - U.S. - 1864".  If you have been wanting to add a nice cartridge box with original sling to your collection - This one is a dandy.--$950.
14. I recently purchased this massive, massive Ohio estate directly from the family and have a letter from the family to accompany the estate.  In over 35 years in the Civil War business, this is one of the most spectacular family groupings to ever come my way.  The estate is from 2 brothers and a cousin and only 1 of the 3 survived the Civil War.  The estate includes 150 letters from the surviving brother {John L. Hebron} home to his family.  The letters have all been nicely transcribed into a 350 page volume {with lots of additional information and pictures}.  There are 4 hard images - Two of the surviving brother that wrote the letters and one each of the brother and cousin that did not survive the war.  There are also pictures of the cousin's tombstone at Vicksburg.  There is a "Dog Tag" made from a large cent for "J. L. Hebron" and a nice description in one of the letters of making it while at Chattanooga, TN.  Also, John Hebron's bible and soldier's discharge is in the grouping.  Also, the saber that belonged to the other brother is in the estate.  He was a member of the 13th Ohio Cavalry and died at City Point, VA. and is buried there.  Also, at the end of the war John Hebron brought home an April 15th -black trimmed - Lincoln Death newspaper and, that too, is included.  I honestly cannot begin to do justice to this fantastic estate of material - never on the market - and directly out of the family.--$12,000.
15. Very attractive Model 1858 "smooth type" regulation canteen with original butternut cover still intact.  This is one of the first items every Civil War collection needs.--$295.
16. Excellent condition non-excavated set of small size "crossed cannons" die stamped brass federal artillery hat pin.  All four attachment loops remain intact and would be perfect to compliment your artillery collection.--$275.
17. Small leather Union percussion cap box.  The soldier shortened the outside flap for easier opening.  It still has full wool - the original pick - and caps still inside which you seldom see--$135.
18. Nice condition maroon Civil War officer's sash out of a Bristol, VA. estate and quite likely C.S. worn.  This nice relic would display beautifully on it's own or would make an officer's frock coat stand tall.--$795.SOLD
19. Very nice condition set of original Federal enlistedman's brass shoulder epaulets.  If you have either a Federal cavalry or artillery shell jacket these will definitely take it to the next level or they look great just displayed on their own.--$295.
20. Perfect condition 1840 era militia style tin drum canteen.  This one is a relatively small size being a little over 4 inches in diameter and 2 inches in width with the early flared spout.  Many of these type canteens were carried over and used by Confederates during the Civil War and the Confederate manufactured tin drum canteens were patterned after these earlier style canteens.  This is a little beauty.--$375.
21. Beautiful 3 feet by 5 feet 100 % nylon and totally sewn - including the stars - 50 star American flag.  This is a quality flag made for outdoor use.--$65.
22. Group of three unused Union patriotic letter covers.  One is a nice 6th Massachusetts Regimental, and one has a Negro slave motif.  All three are in excellent condition.--$75. for all three.
23. Quite rare to find Mexican War era sheet music.  This is "Smith's March" composed and dedicated to Gen. Persifor F. Smith "Hero of Contreras."  It is by J. T. Martin and published by Miller and Beacham, Baltimore.  The music is dated 1848.  You will see 20 or more pieces of Civil War related sheet music for every one Mexican War.--$125.
24. Nice condition non-excavated Union "French Horn" Infantry enlistedman's hat insignia.  It maintains perfect form and still has one of the two attaching loops remaining intact on the reverse.--$85.

25. Nice condition original Civil War sheet music.  It is entitled, "Tramp! Tramp! Tramp!-The Prisoner's Hope" and was published by Root and Cady of Chicago, Ill.  This sheet music has a very ornate and beautiful outside cover.--$79.

26. Assorted type 69 cal. bullet extractors.  These make a very nice yet inexpensive, compliment to your Model 1816 or Model 1842-69 cal. musket.--$45. each.

27. Very nice condition G.A.R. medal and ribbon on original manufacturer's card.  This ribbon and medal is for the 1935 Departmental Reunion at Bloomington, Ill.  This is a fairly rare one to get because this was the 69th Annual Dept. of Ill. encampment, and most old Veterans were gone by then.  The medal is on the original card marked "Made by Schwaab Stamp & Seal Co. Milwaukee, Wis."  In the past 5 to 10 years, these have become much more popular and harder to get.--$95.

28. Nice condition Civil War Union revolver cartridge box.  This box has pliable leather with closure tab and both belt loops intact.  It has a "Gaylord-Chicopee, Mass." maker's mark on the reverse.--$275.

29. Historical trivia game manufactured by Peter G. Thomson-Cincinnati, Ohio in 1884.  This game belonged to Col. J. B. McCown who commanded the 63rd Ill Vol. Infantry.  It is out of the personal collection of Dr. Francis Lord.--$195.

30. Model 1858 smooth type Union canteen.  The canteen has portions (approximately 70%) of the original butternut cover.  It was recently purchased out of a central Ohio estate sale and shows clear evidence of actual use.--$250. 

31. Excellent Civil War era soldered seam circular bread tin.  This tin is 10" in diameter and would be a nice addition to a Civil War tin ware collection or perfect to accent a room with Civil War decor.--$55.

32. Excellent condition Civil War era soldered seam bread tin.  This is a large 11" tin with 12 sides.  This size and style is a bit uncommon and hard to find.  It would be a fine addition to a Civil War tin ware collection or perfect to accent a room with Civil War decor.--$65.

33. Excellent condition Civil War era soldered seam circular bread tin.  This is a huge 12" tin and would be a fine addition to any Civil War tin ware collection or perfect to accent a room with Civil War decor.--$65.