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     Very
tough to come by -- Early production "Hartford" 36 cal. Colt
Navy Model revolver. The serial # is 76026 and all matching except
for the wedge which is an old replacement. This is late 1850s
production and exactly what you would expect to turn up here in the
South. It has crisp action, sharp marks, and lots of remaining
cylinder scene. {and plays Dixie when you hold it !!}--$1,975.
 Extremely
rare "OVI" {Ohio Volunteer Infantry} waist belt plate
converted by the soldier from an "OVM". I have only seen
2 examples of this in 35 years. This one was found at Lookout
Mountain, TN. and was in the museum at the base of the mountain in
Chattanooga, TN. for years. This is a style "Ohio" waist
belt plate that very, very few collectors own.--$1,450.
 Very
attractive Civil War era 13 inch sideknife. The knife has a smooth
rich, aged, uncleaned patina and an eagle button as the pommel
cap.--$195.SOLD
    Nice
clean "Tiffany" marked 1861 - 1862 cavalry saber. No
scabbard but a rare style cavalry saber that will look great on the
wall. There are two Tiffany patterns and you see this one much
less often.--$395.
 Really
pretty "Hi-Port" regulation U.S. cavalry bit found in a barn
near Chickamauga. The bit is 100% complete with both rosettes,
cross bar, and both rings. You could still use this cavalry bit
today.--$195.
 Coat
sized Confederate "Block I" infantry uniform button just
recovered from Lucius Polk's 1863 Army of Tennessee winter camp located
near Tullahoma, TN. This one has barely dried off.--$95.
      Really
first class Model 1860 Light Cavalry saber and scabbard. The blade
is bright and clean crisply marked "U.S. - 1864 - Mansfield and
Lamb". The grip is in nice condition as well with original
wrap and wire and the scabbard is in great shape with a smooth,
chocolate brown aged attic patina. Anyone would be pleased to have
this saber in their collection.--$895.
 Just
brought in - Relic condition 69 cal. ammunition cartridge box.
Many Confederates carried 69 cal. muskets when in this area and this one
is straight out of the local area. It's the box only with no plate
or tins {If Confederate carried I'm sure the plate was the first thing
to go !!} There are small pieces of the crossbelt still under the
loops on the back. This is a great relic for the money.--$195.
  Really
pretty, sparkling bright, 69 cal. Model 1816 triangular friction
fit bayonet with the tapered shoulders felt by many to be for the
Remington converted muskets. I have encountered them on other 1816
conversions as well though. You won't see a nicer one.--$195.
    1820
era militia officer's saber in original metal scabbard. This
particular saber is unmarked but "N. Starr" made lots of this
style saber. The blade is clean with nice crisp engraving and the
grip is original but does have a couple small chips out. The
scabbard has a thick, never cleaned, chocolate patina. It is
evident that Confederates carried some of these old sabers as we
excavate parts of these swords in their camps.--$695.
   Absolutely
beautiful condition Merrill Rifle saber bayonet {according to Hardin but
some collectors feel it to be for a Model 1841 Mississippi}. Perfect brass
grip with serial number 3857 and smooth clean blade with a crisp 1861
date. You won't see a nicer one.--$295.SOLD
CDV
of Union Major General William Rosecrans - commander of the Union Army
here at The Battle of Stones River.--$75.
 This
is - in my opinion - the most perfect, beautiful, thick Atlanta style
rectangular "C.S.A." that has ever been recovered here at
Stones River. It was recovered by one of my hunting buddies in a
Wheeler's Confederate Cavalry camp located near Nolensville, TN.
It has a beautiful, smooth olive green patina front and back - perfect
body curve - and all three hooks intact and straight. Just the
nicest ever.--$3,650.
  Large
size "U.S." oval waist belt plate on the original maker marked
black leather waist belt. The belt has the brass keeper intact and
is marked "Wilkinson Maker - U. S. - Springfield, Mass." - but
the belt does have an old repaired break on the back side. Still a
very nice U. S. belt rig.--$450.
 Excellent
condition non-excavated early "block letter style" large size
"U.S." oval cartridge boxplate. This would look great on
any cartridge box. It has full lead and both loops intact on the
reverse - hooks 2 1/2 inches apart.--$250.
 CDV
of Major General George B. McClellan - backmark of "J. O. Kane -
N.Y."--$75.
 Non-excavated
circular lead filled federal eagle breastplate perfect to go on that
cross belt lacking the eagle plate. Full lead and both loops
intact on the reverse and nice crisp detail on the eagle.--$250.SOLD
   Massively
long full stock 1840 era Ky. style long rifle. This weapon is a
full 59 INCHES in overall length and only lacks a wooden ramrod and a
lockplate to be complete and ready to go over the mantle. It is
part of settling an estate in Davidson Co., TN. It's quite rare to
find a full stock long rifle with full length wood and uncut
barrel. How's this for a steal on a nice weapon and a cool piece
of Southern history. Many Confederate soldiers in 1861 left home
for war carrying a weapon exactly like this one.--$350. {Not a misprint
!!!}-SOLD
 Excavated
coat size "local manufacture" Georgia State Seal uniform
button. Nice face with a brown-green woods patina and a few traces
of gold gilt. The reverse has full gold gilt in the channel and
shank intact. Anyone would be proud to have this button in their
collection.--$250.
 Really
pretty and super rare "Tall loop" Leech and Rigdon 2-Piece
"C.S." sword belt plate. When recovered this plate had
the belt loops on both sides broken which is no doubt why the plate was
discarded. The belt loops have been expertly restored, are strong,
and look absolutely perfect. This plate would make a fine, fine center
piece in any excavated Confederate collection. This is a buckle
that in perfect excavated condition has been known to sell for $3,500.
to $3,800. Here is a real bargain on a heck of a rare and
beautiful Confederate buckle.--$1,850.
    Untouched
"attic" 1864 dated 58 cal. Springfield 3-band rifled
musket. This musket was just brought into the shop a few minutes
ago and literally looks to have not been touched in 100 years. The
lockplate is marked "U.S. - 1864 - Springfield" and has a
rich, never cleaned, attic brown patina. The musket still has the
original triangular socket bayonet with it, but there is so much buildup
that it won't go all the way on. The trigger guard could use
taking off and turning around the right direction as well. Many
collectors consider the 58 cal. Springfield musket to be the most
representative classic musket of the American Civil War. This will
be a fun "clean-up project" for someone and at a great
price. Including original bayonet.--$975.
  Nice
clear fully cased 1/6th plate "Ruby Ambro" of a young Ohio
infantry soldier holding his cocked Enfield musket across his
chest. You can clearly see the Enfield long range site and leather
sling. This is a seated pose and he is wearing an enlistedman's
frock coat, kepi, full belt rig with over-the-soldier sling, and Enfield
musket across his chest. And Ruby Ambro to boot.--$375.
 Beautiful
condition excavated 1860 date "Log Cabin Plantation Bitters"
bottle. This bottle was recovered from a Confederate trash pit
near Shelbyville, TN. and has an excellent amber color and no chips at
all. This is going to look terrific in some one's display.--$150.SOLD
    Nice
clean Model 1840 "Old Wristbreaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber and
Scabbard. The blade is bright and clean with some of the original
factory cross-brushing still evident. The grip has original wrap
and wire and has been clear coated to help preserve it. The metal
scabbard is original and in nice condition as well. 1840 Heavy
Cavalry sabers were extensively carried in the Civil War by both U.S.
and C.S. cavalry. The famous Confederate Cavalry raider "Gen.
Nathan Bedford Forrest" carried one as did many in his
command. Facts be known -- Over the years I have had more of these
brought into the shop by families that KNEW that their ancestor carried
that type saber than any other style. Every Confederate Cavalry
display should have at least one "Old Wristbreaker".--$795.
 Large
size "arrow hook" pattern U.S. oval waist belt plate recovered
recently at a hospital site here at the Battle of Stones River.
Green patina on the face, full lead on the reverse, and all three
attachment hooks intact. Not in mint condition but still a nice
piece of Civil War history and reasonably priced.--$125.
 Coat
size excavated Louisiana State Seal uniform button. This is a
Confederate "Local" and was recovered from 1863 Army of
Tennessee camps located near Tullahoma, TN. It has a brown - green
patina on the face and the shank is still intact on the reverse.--$250.
Mint
condition Civil War cannon lanyard. This lanyard has been
photographed to be in an upcoming new reference book.--$425.
 Fully
cased large 1/4th plate tintype of a standing Union soldier with full
equipment and musket. The case is in nice condition and the image
itself is clear and not flaking at all. It is a full standing pose
with belt rig - U.S. buckle - cross strap - breastplate - cap box - and
Springfield musket with bayonet.--$395.
Rare
to find - An excellent condition set of original 69 cal. cartridge
tins. It has been ages since I've seen a set of these for
sale.--$125.
 Beautiful
condition non-excavated large size "U.S." oval "arrow
hook pattern" federal waist belt plate. It has a nice face
with a rich, aged patina and full lead with all three hooks intact on
the reverse.--$275.
 Very
nice condition excavated large size "U.S." oval cartridge
boxplate. This plate was recovered many years ago at Chickamauga
and has a pretty face with a smooth chocolate brown patina and full lead
with both wire loops intact on the reverse.--$185.
    1850
era Ohio full stock fowling rifle. This rifle is approximately 50
cal. and was made by Frederick Leatherman located in Dayton, Ohio.
He purchased his locks from the famous "Pennsylvania Rifle
Works" and personally marked his barrels. The rifle has a
beautiful striped Maple stock which was cracked at the wrist many, many
years ago and expertly repaired. This is a great historical piece
of the Ohio gunsmithing culture.--$975. {Not a misprint - Really
only - $975.}
Extremely
rare Federal Naval artillery lanyard. This exact lanyard is going
to be pictured in a reference book coming out this next year. It's
in very, very nice condition.--$425.SOLD
Cast
iron Confederate general service frame buckle and sling tip found with
the buckle. This was recovered from an 1863 Confederate Cavalry
camp here. This style buckle is pictured in "Confederate
General Service Buckles" by Dr. Lon Keim.--$95.
Nice
grouping of 3 excellent condition wooden fuze plugs. The shorter
one is for a C.S. 12 # round ball and the longer ones are for an
elongated projectile like a Confederate Read.--$125. for allSOLD
Excellent
condition excavated dropped 3-piece Shaler bullet recovered all
together. Really nice example.--$125.
Museum
quality 3-inch Schenkl case shot that is the actual example to be
pictured in an upcoming reference book. Fantastic fuze with all
numbers legible and comes with a custom made metal display stand.--$550.
    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.
 Large
size excavated "U.S." oval waist belt plate recently recovered
here at the Battle of Stones River. The buckle is sound enough
that you could wear it today.--$195.
 Really
neat 1850 era powder horn. The brass measuring device on this horn
was taken from a brass powder flask and adapted to the horn. Many
Confederates left home at the beginning of the Civil War with flasks of
this type.--$95.SOLD
 Nice
condition and quite unusual lead filled "horseshoe" cavalry
rosette recovered from Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest's and Gen. Earl Van
Dorn's Confederate cavalry camps located near Spring Hill, TN.
This is a style rosette that you rarely see recovered.--$78.SOLD
Nice
condition non-excavated smooth type Model 1858 federal canteen.
Every Civil War collection needs a pretty canteen.--$195.
      Really
pretty Spencer 7-shot repeating rifle. This is the Model 1865 made
by Burnside Rifle Co. The metal has a smooth, gently aging grey
patina with Spencer markings that you can read across the room.
The serial number is 30278. Everything is intact including both
sling swivels, long range site, loading tube, and cleaning rod. The stock is about as nice
as new with a deep, crisp inspector's cartouche and the bore remains
deep and sharp. This would be a fine addition to anyone's
collection. {Box of cartridges were in display but do not come
with the gun.}--$2,650.
 Excellent
condition excavated long pattern zinc Parrott time fuze. This fuze
is scheduled to be pictured in an upcoming reference book.--$95.
   Super,
super rare artillery find. This complete 1862 brass faced "interwined
USA" federal artillery officer's bit with bridle, reins, breast
strap with martingale was recently discovered in a Civil War era barn
near Bridgeport, AL. where it was very likely left by the "Army Of
The Cumberland" as it was pursuing Gen. Braxton Bragg and the
Confederate Army of Tennessee toward Chickamauga. It has been many
years since I've seen a "horse equipment" find this
cool. Everything is there ready to harness up with the exception
of missing one artillery rosette which is a very easy item to
locate.--$1,895.
 Nice
clear fully cased 1/9th plate tintype of a young federal
infantryman. He is seated wearing an enlistedman's 9-button frock
coat, Hardee Hat with a bugle hat insignia, and his large size U.S. oval
waist belt plate. The image is clear as can be and is cased in a
beautiful patriotic gutta percha eagle case. This photograph is
nice enough for a museum level display.--$325.
 Drop
dead beautiful excavated coat size Tennessee State Seal Confederate
uniform button. One of my Middle Tennessee relic digging buddies
recently recovered this one. It has no dents - no cracks - and
nice detail {for a Tennessee}. The reverse has gilt in the channel
and remnants of what was once the iron shank. This is the nicest
Tennessee that I've seen recovered in years.--$2,450.
  This
is one of the coolest rectangular "C.S.A." waist belt plates
that I have ever had to offer and I truly regret that Bill Gavin will
not get to see and appreciate it. I would have certainly gotten a
call from him to talk about this one. The buckle is the Tennessee
pattern and absolutely perfect with choice patina and original body
curve. This plate was recovered {actually seen} approximately 40
years ago by Dean A. Hudson from the creek directly behind the Dunlap,
TN. courthouse {which was one of Confederate General Braxton Bragg's
camps on the way to the Battle of Perryville, KY. Here's the super
cool part. The original leather belt was still intact on the back
of the belt plate and over the last 150 years has literally petrified
with calcium and turned to stone. You can still see buckle hooked
into the belt and several folds of the belt. This can only be
described as an absolutely incredible artifact.--$3,250.
    Very
nice condition "IDed" 1820 era "Eagle Head" Infantry
officer saber and scabbard. The blade remains sparkling bright and
the ivory grip is complete and strong. The brass guard and eagle
head still retain lots of the original silver wash. The original
leather scabbard is complete and strong tip to tip. The brass mounts
retain lots of original silver wash as well and the center mount has an
inlaid stone that I think is a ruby. The soldier's name "M.
P. Sturtevant" is cut into the top brass mount with a pinknife.
I haven't tried to research him but figure he is probably from the early
1800s. This is a beautiful saber and almost 200 years old.
IMPORTANT -----
Research has revealed that this sword probably belonged to Martin
Parris Sturtevant of Middlesex, Mass. Sturtevant was born on
September 10, 1791 in Butterfield, Maine. He was the son of
David and Mercy (Parris) Sturtevant of Halifax, Plymouth,
Massachusetts. He married Betsey Barker and served as armorer
under Alexander Parris' (probably a relative) Company of Artificers of
the State of Vermont in 1814. Sturtevant died on May 29, 1852 in
Newton, Middlesex, Massachusetts.--$1,250.
Excellent
condition excavated large size cast brass Model 1833 Dragoon stirrup.
Recovered at Chickamauga and has a beautiful smooth green patina.
You can clearly see on the inside wear from the boot.--$225.
Nice
condition 12 lb. solid shot cannon ball recently recovered from a lawn
along Franklin Rd. - 2nd Day's fighting at the Battle of Nashville,
TN. It is just as found.--$225.
Case
of assorted artifacts brought into the shop today. Group includes
a Spencer cartridge, a pewter canteen spout, a brass bridle buckle
cover, a veteran's photograph, a Confederate Gardner bullet, a
"Ringtail" Sharps bullet, and a "side pour" 3 ring
minie.--$38.
        Nice
condition 31 cal. "Pocket Model" 1849 Colt 5 shot
revolver. The metal has a smooth attic brown patina and has an all
matching serial # of 106475 {even the wedge matches and is great early
1852 production}. Lots of original cylinder scene remains clearly
visible and the action is as crisp as new. If you've been
wanting a quality little Colt revolver - here it is.--$975.SOLD
 Large
size excavated "SNY" waist belt plate recovered about 30 years
ago from the Battle of Cold Harbor. Slick brown-green patina on
the face and full lead, all three hooks - and a good size hunk of the
original leather belt intact on the reverse. A really nice waist
belt plate.--$975.
  Nice
condition carbine sling - over the shoulder - rig that would be a
wonderful accent to your Civil War carbine. All it needs is a snap
swivel and you'd be ready to go. The rig originally came from
Bannermann and they had cut the brass off as they did on many.
Original brass has been put back on but the sling is just a little
shorter than " as issued" due to having the original buckle and tip cut
off. The leather is very pliable and not flaking at all.
UPDATE -- I just located a snap swivel and it's now complete and
ready to put with a nice carbine!!!--$695.
    Very
nice condition Confederate manufacture brown leather - lead finial
percussion cap box. This box is fresh out of a central North
Carolina estate and is an excellent example of a classic C.S. cap
box.--$1,295.SOLD
 This
is one of the finest "SNY" waist belt plates that I have ever
owned. It was dug about 40 years ago at Cold Harbor and hasn't
even been washed off since being dug. This plate is so pretty you
just want to sit and look at it !!--$1,150.
Excavated
small size bevel edge "Cavalry" GA. Frame Confederate waist
belt plate. It was recovered from near Winchester, VA. and shows
actual stress from the belt.--$425.
 Beautiful
condition "Southern Cross of Honor". This one was made
by "Whitehead and Hoag" and has a nice uncleaned rich, aged
patina.--$350.
         Exceptionally
nice condition 69 cal. Model 1816 Springfield smoothbore musket
originally produced in flintlock and converted to percussion for Civil
War use. The metal is clean with marks that will almost cut your
finger. The action is perfect and the stock is beautiful with
sharp edges and two cartouches that you can see across the room.
The bayonet is equally as nice. The lockplate is marked "U.S.
- Springfield - 1839" and the barrel has crisp marks and is dated
1840. This is a class act weapon any way you slice it.--$1,650.
complete with bayonet and $1,450. for the musket only.SOLD
     1863
date 58 cal. Bridesburg 3-band percussion rifled musket. The
musket has a smooth aged, uncleaned attic brown patina on the metal with
lockplate markings of "U.S. - 1863 - Bridesburg". The
action is crisp and the wood is very nice with a visible inspector's
cartouche. The initials "J.B." are carved into the stock
and there are all the normal small dings and marks of actual field
service. The musket still has the original 3-side socket bayonet
with it. If you like the fresh out of the attic look - you'll love
this musket.--$1,650. complete with bayonet -- $1,450. for the musket
without bayonet
 Excavated
coat size "Western Theater" style Confederate block
"C" Cavalry button. These are extremely rare to
recover. The face is uncleaned and really nice with the green
woods mulch still on it. The reverse was rusty and fragile when
found and has been professionally stabilized and is sound as can be
now. This would be a fine addition to any Confederate Cavalry
display.--$325.
 Fresh
out of the attic of an old antebellum Sparta, TN. home. Sparta was
the home of "Dibrell's" Confederate cavalry and this "Old
Wristbreaker" came from within a couple miles of Gen. Dibrell's
actual home. It is completely untouched as found and almost surely
saw "C.S." useage and at a price almost anyone can
afford.--$395.SOLD
Excavated
Federal carbine sling buckle with matching belt tip recovered by Hank
Hugley from a Federal cavalry camp located near Pulaski, TN. This
was the camp that the troopers were out of that captured Sam Davis - the
young Confederate spy that was eventually hanged because he refused to
betray his informers.--$125.
Nice
condition mid-1800s leather shot flask of the type commonly carried by
hunters at the time of the outbreak of the Civil War. Some
Southerners carried these off to war until their shotguns and squirrel
rifles were replaced by regular military rifles.--$48.
Excellent
condition 1840 - 1850 era large musket size pewter powder flask.
This was the exact type flask carried by young Southerners from home off
to war when the Civil War first started in 1861. No Civil War
collection is complete without a couple powder flasks.--$85.
Mint
condition 10-inch mortar cartridge bag. You won't see a nicer
example.--$125.
    Very
nice condition 30 cal. front loading "Baby Plant" pocket
revolver. Some original finish and marks as deep as new. The
little cartridge ejector rod is missing as is often the case with these
little revolvers. The action still works as well as new and the
original grips are perfect.--$475.
Large
size - {13 inch} - 1840 to 1850 era powder horn. It has a rich,
aged patina and would add a classy touch to your display. Many
Confederates left home in 1861 carrying one of these.--$95.
 Coat
size floral button excavated from the camp of the 1st Alabama
Cavalry. Missing the loop on the back but beautiful face and very
desirable "Robinson - Extra Rich" backmark.--$25.
 Beautiful
condition excavated large size "U.S." oval cartridge boxplate.
This one was recovered many years ago at Shiloh and has a nice
brown-green patina on the face and full lead and both wire loops intact
on the reverse. You couldn't hope to dig a nicer plate than this
one.--$225.
 69
cal. Model 1816 friction fit triangular socket bayonet. It has a
smooth brown attic patina and would be a wonderful compliment to your
1816 musket.--$175.
 Non-excavated
early letter style large size "U.S." oval cartridge boxplate.
Beautiful rich patina on the face and full lead and both wire loops
intact on the reverse. The loops are 2 1/4th inches apart and will
complete your nice box needing a plate.--$250.
     Really
pretty 1810 - 1820 era Militia Officer's Eagle Head saber in it's
original brass scabbard. The blade has intricate gold gilted
engraving with no pitting at all. The original ivory grip is
intact and perfect. The brass scabbard is complete with a rich,
aged patina and has numerous little dings and marks from 200 years
service and existence. Every collection should have at least one
ornate old Eagle Head Saber.--$1,200.
 Very
attractive excavated "thick" cast brass Atlanta style "C.S.A."
rectangular waist belt plate. This plate was recovered from an
1863 Alabama cavalry camp located near Middleton, TN. It was bent
when recovered and has been straightened back to it's original
configuration and looks really pretty. It has a brown - green
woods patina and all three attachment hooks intact. Anyone would
be proud to have this jewel in their collection.--$2,650.
 Excellent
condition excavated coat size North Carolina State Seal uniform
button. This is a NC8A with a "Myers-Richmond" rmdc
backmark and some silver is remaining on the face and the shank is intact on the
reverse.--$175.
Complete
layer of 12# canister balls. These were locally dug and from the
position where they were found are probably C.S.--$95. for the entire
layer.
      Really
pretty 1863 date Model 1860 light cavalry saber and scabbard. The
blade is clean just beginning to grey with age. It is marked
"U.S. - 1863 - Emerson and Silver". The grip has
original wrap and wire and is much nicer than most you see. The
brass guard has a rich - aged - uncleaned patina and the scabbard is
equally as nice. This is a saber and scabbard that anyone would be
pleased to own.--$895.
      Very
attractive 1863 date "Ames" cavalry saber and scabbard.
The blade is clean marked "U.S. - 1863 - Ames Mfg. Co."
the grip is in good condition with original wrap and wire. The
scabbard has a smooth aged "attic" brown patina with only a
couple small normal use dings showing actual service and being
carried. This one is "mid-war" and the most popular
maker of all - "Ames".--$895.
 Excellent
condition excavated coat size "Lined A" Confederate Artillery
officer's button. The button was recovered from Longstreet's camps
in East Tennessee and has a really pretty brown-green patina. The
back is unmarked and sound as can be with shank intact and
straight. Just a first class example.--$325.
Full
length Civil War maroon officer's sash. This came out of a
Chattanooga,TN. estate and could have seen C.S. service. The color
remains good and strong, but the sash does show wear and some mothing in
areas. Still displays on a uniform nicely.--$595.SOLD
 Excellent
condition excavated large size lead filled "U.S." oval
cartridge boxplate. This one was recovered from here at Stones
River many years ago. You couldn't ask to recover a prettier U.S.
cartridge boxplate.--$225.
      Really
pretty Spencer 7-shot repeating rifle. This is the Model 1865 made
by Burnside Rifle Co. The metal has a smooth, gently aging grey
patina with Spencer markings that you can read across the room.
The serial number is 30278. Everything is intact including both
sling swivels, long range site, loading tube, and cleaning rod. The stock is about as nice
as new with a deep, crisp inspector's cartouche and the bore remains
deep and sharp. This would be a fine addition to anyone's
collection. {Box of cartridges were in display but do not come
with the gun.}--$2,650.
   Excellent
condition 1820 era "Eagle Head" Artillery officer's sword with
original leather scabbard. The blade is clean just beginning to
grey with age. The grip remains as nice as new and the original
leather scabbard is complete and strong with no repairs. This is a
first class early "Eagle Head".--$1,250.
 Nice
condition Confederate $100. 1863 date "Steam Locomotive"
note. The reverse has several interest payment stamps. These
are becoming harder and harder to locate.--$135.
     Very
nice condition 54 cal. Model 1842 Henry Aston Percussion Single Shot
Military Horse Pistol. The metal has a smooth gently greying age
patina and the marks all remain sharp and clear. The lockplate is
marked "U.S. - 1851 - H. Aston". The original walnut
stock is really pretty as well with two inspector cartouches that you
can see across the room. The stock has a "57" carved in
and the barrel has "57 - D.F.P." which probably means that
"D.F.P." owned the weapon and he was in the "57th"
regiment. This is a fine little firearm that will also be a fun
research project.--$1,150.
  Original
1840 era powder horn with all sorts of things cut into it with a
pinknife. The horn is a great display piece but has had some
restoration work done on the wooden end. Also, some of the scene
on it appears to have been recently freshened up. Interestingly,
it's still full of Civil War era black powder. This is a nice
little 1840 era horn priced at 50% off due to having had some work done
on it.--$125.SOLD
 Absolutely
mint condition 24 PDR Federal cannon sponge cover. I haven't seen
one this nice in years.--$165.
 Really
fine condition non-excavated 10 pounder Parrott projectile. The
shell has nice iron - complete brass sabot - and pewter time fuze intact
that you can screw in and out. Also the shell comes with a nice
display stand. This projectile has been photographed to be in an
upcoming reference book.--$495.
      Just
brought in - a nice Harpers Ferry Model 1842 - 69 cal. 3-band musket
complete with original triangular socket bayonet in scabbard. The
musket has a rich - never cleaned - attic brown patina overall with
lockplate markings of "U.S. - Harpers Ferry - 1851". The
stock is in nice condition with all the small marks of service.
Both sling swivels are intact - as well as ramrod and bayonet. A
nice Model 1842 bayonet in original scabbard is very tough to come by on
it's own. Many Harpers Ferrys saw C.S. service and this one being
out of Middle Tennessee quite likely did as well.--$1,850. complete with
bayonet and scabbard
 Quite
rare to find in nice condition - Large size - completely leather covered
- "Dixon - Sheffield" powder flask. The flask isn't
dented and has 100% leather cover intact.--$195.SOLD
  Smooth,
clean 69 cal. friction fit Model 1816 triangular socket bayonet in
original leather scabbard. The blade has a "U.S." mark
that you can read across the room. This will be a wonderful
compliment for someone's nice 1816 - 3-band - 69 cal. musket.--$295.SOLD
     Very
nice condition Model 1860 light cavalry saber and scabbard. The
blade has a smooth gently aging grey - brown patina crisply marked
"U.S. - 1864 - Mansfield and Lamb". The grip has
original wrap and wire and the brass guard has a rich, never cleaned,
bronze patina. The iron scabbard is equally as pretty just
beginning to darken with age. This saber has that "straight
out of the attic" look that every collector loves to see.--$895.
 Excavated
large size "U.S." oval waist belt plate recovered at Shiloh
about 30 years ago. It has a beautiful face with a choice
uncleaned brown-green patina. The reverse has full lead and 2 out
of the 3 attachment hooks are intact. The front hook broke which
is no doubt why the plate was discarded. This plate would look
great in any display.--$195.
Nice
condition Civil War gilt officer's sword knot. This little item
takes a pretty officer's sword to whole different level and have become
really hard to find when you need one.--$275.SOLD
 Solid
cast brass double cavity bullet mold for a musket ball and an
elongated "Picket or Country Rifle" style
projectile. We only dig bullets of this type from Confederate
sites. This would be a real nice addition to someone's Confederate
display.--$175.
Excavated
58 cal. Springfield triangular socket bayonet. Recovered years ago
here at Stones River and is complete and quite solid.--$95.
Very
attractive Civil War era brass powder flask of the type carried to the
Civil War in 1861 by many Confederates. This is an inexpensive
relic that adds a classy look to your collection.--$95.
 Excavated
coat size rare Union Marine button with tons of gold gilt. The shank is
intact on the reverse with a "Horstmann" backmark.--$125.
     Excellent
condition double cased images of a father and son in a fine
"Holmes, Booth, & Hayden" Guttapercha case. The
image of the son is a nice, clear military with a Colt revolver across
his chest. The image of the father is clear as well with a gilted
masonic pin clearly visible. Just a fine condition case and set of
images.--$425.
Nice
condition original 52 cal. Sharps "Linen wrap"
cartridge. A beautiful compliment to display with your Sharps
Rifle or carbine.--$115.
     Just
brought in - a really nice 1863 date "Trenton" 3-band contract
rifled musket. The metal has a smooth gently darkening attic brown
patina on the metal with lockplate markings of "Trenton - U.S. -
1863" and a matching 1863 on the barrel. The musket is
clearly "NJ" marked on both the barrel and on the stock.
The musket has crisp action - original ramrod - original bayonet - long
range site - and both sling swivels - all still intact. This would
be a first class addition to anybody's collection.--$1,650.SOLD
 Collection
of 5 CDVs and one tintype. This grouping includes two Civil War
soldiers - two Civil War era clergy - and two Span-Am. War
soldiers. There are a variety of different backmarks including a
rare San Francisco, Cal. one.--$175. for the entire collection - That's
less than $30. per image.
 This
is the rarest of the three patterns "OVM" waist belt plate
that exist. It is the large block letter style that was issued
with the Ohio breastplate. This particular plate was recovered by
Jordan Thrasher in December 2004 from near Reynold's Station, TN.
This was an early 1862 camp. The plate was bent up from
cultivation when recovered and has been professionally restored by the
master - Robert McDaniel. It has a really nice look and would be a
fine addition to any Ohio display.--$950.SOLD
 Excellent
condition non-excavated large size - lead filled - "U.S." oval
cartridge boxplate. The wire loops are 2 1/2 inches apart - This
will make someone's cartridge box really look nice.--$250.
 Excavated
Nathan Bedford Forrest "related" brass tag -- {kind of - sorta}.
Here's the deal -- During the Civil War John Morton was the Chief
of "Forrest's Artillery" and following the War wrote the
definitive book on the subject "Forrest's Artillery".
West Morton was John Morton's son and was County Register of Nashville
during the early 1900s. This tag belonged to West Morton.--$45.
 Excavated
coat size Confederate "Block I" iron back Infantry
button. This button has a very nice face with a brown-green woods
patina. The iron reverse is partially there and partially rusted
away. It was recovered from an 1863 winter Confederate infantry
camp located near Wartrace, TN.--$85.
 Three
beautiful gilted excavated coat size floral buttons - all recovered from
the 1863 winter campsite of the 1st Ala. Cavalry here in Middle
Tennessee. Confederate soldiers brought these attractive buttons
from home and wore them until they were issued regular military
buttons. The different varieties that we recover are
endless.--$95. for all three
Two
fuzed excavated 69 cal. Confederate buck and ball projectiles.
What caused this to happen was the paper wrapped cartridges were in the
edge of the camp fire and got hot enough to start melting and fuze - but
not hot enough to totally melt down. It takes just the right
circumstances for this to happen and it's rare to dig a fuzed
example.--$45. for both
 Beautiful
condition excavated large size "U.S." oval arrow hook waist
belt plate. This buckle was recovered at Chickamauga, GA. about 40
years ago when this kind of fine quality was possible. Just a
pleasure to look at.--$275.
    Just
in the door - Beautiful aged, rich patina Nashville Plow Works Cavalry
Officer's saber {without scabbard}. The blade has a smooth dark
attic patina with virtually no pitting at all. During the Civil
War era the blade was re-profiled at the tip to make it a tad
shorter. This was likely done for an officer that was a little
shorter or either the tip of the saber got broken and needed to be
re-shaped to a normal profile and tip. Either way - It's been as
it is forever. The grip has original leather and wire but is worn
through to wood in several areas. The brass guard has a beautiful
rich aged patina and a "NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS - C.S.A." that
you can read from across the room. When you hold this one to your
ear - not only is it playing "Dixie" - but you have to turn
the volume down - It's SO loud !!!--$8,750.
Beautiful
1850s era powder horn typical of the type carried off to the War in 1861
by many Confederates. Excellent classy look and eye appeal.--$95.
Absolutely
excellent excavated condition on this cast brass Federal cavalry spur
recovered from the Battle of Stones River here at Murfreesboro,
TN.--$75.
     Absolutely
stunningly beautiful 1840era Mother of Pearl handle U.S. militia
officer's sword in original solid brass scabbard. This is a "Horstmann
and Son" maker and has ornate U.S. engraving top to bottom on the
blade. In addition, the sword has at least 70 % original gold
gilting remaining. The Mother of Pearl grips remain as nice as
new. This sword is first class all the way.--$2,750.
Excellent
condition excavated brass mount from a Confederate "Dog River"
cavalry saber scabbard. This was recovered from the camp of the
1st Alabama Confederate cavalry 1863 winter camp here.--$65.
      Very
attractive import 69 cal. French rifled musket dated 1845. This is
the weapon that fired those 69 cal. "triangle base" French one
ring bullets that we recover from Confederate infantry camps - and I
don't ever remember digging one in a Yankee camp site. The musket
is in good condition with a deep, crisp date and cartouche. A
great musket at a reasonable price to start that Confederate weapons
display.--$795.
  Nice
pliable small leather Union percussion cap box. Closure tab, both
belt loops, inner flap, and brass finial - all intact.--$150.
      Model
1850 Import Union Foot Officer's sword in original leather
scabbard. The blade is sparkling bright with near 100% frosting
still on the engraving - just beautiful. The grip has original
wrap and replaced correct wire. The leather scabbard is complete
and very solid. You won't see a more rich, never cleaned, age
patina as the brass guard and scabbard mounts on this sword have.
I think anyone would be impressed with the fine engraving this sword
has.--$1,150.
    Very
Cool Relic - Complete Model 1861 3-band Springfield rifled musket found
in the attic of an old antebellum home being torn down. You can
still see the markings through the thick, never cleaned patina and the
military inspector's cartouche remains clear as can be on the
reverse. This great relic could be used in many ways - It would be
a fantastic center piece to a dug relic display or would shadow box
beautifully. And at a GREAT price.--$650.
 Excavated
coat size Georgia State Seal button. It's solid as a rock with a
smooth chocolate brown patina on the face and shank intact with rmdc
"Mintzer" backmark. A nice example with no dents or
cracks.--$195.
     Very,
very rare and nice condition "Thomas Griswold and Co. - New
Orleans" Confederate Foot Officer's sword in the original scabbard
that it was carried in. The sword itself has a pleasing, never
cleaned, attic brown patina with traces of engraving visible here and
there through the dark, aged patina and deep, sharp "Thos. Griswold
and Co. - New Orleans" blade mark. The sword has original
wrap and wire in very nice condition. The brass mounted leather
scabbard is in nice condition as well, and came out of the family with
the sword but some feel it could be an imported scabbard rather than a
Griswold product - Others feel it to be a Griswold manufactured
scabbard. I'm unsure of who made it, but know that it has been
with the sword all along. This is a wonderful Confederate
officer's sword that any collector would treasure.--$8,500.
Very
nice condition brass percussion fuzed 3 inch Schenkl projectile.
This shell is slick as can be and has already been cleaned, coated,
disarmed and ready for display.--$495.
Perfect
condition Bormann fuze punch. Every artillery display should have
one of these.--$225.
Nice
condition original Civil War era "Rosewood" fife. You
gotta have a fife in your collection - Some things are just
required.--$125.
Complete
fired 3 inch Hotchkiss projectile recovered at the Battle of Nashville,
TN. The projectile has nose, cup, and complete "rifled" lead
sabot. It is cleaned, coated, disarmed, and ready for
display.--$295.
 Nice
condition "Richmond Style" CS 2-Piece sword belt plate
recovered about 30 years ago from Confederate winter camps near
Richmond, VA. The plate was dug together and has an attractive
green-brown patina.--$2,250.
 Really
pretty excavated large size "U.S." oval waist belt plate
recovered here at Stones River about 30 years ago. The face has a
smooth, chocolate brown patina with full lead, and all three hooks
perfectly intact. This buckle is literally nice enough to wear and
of a quality that we just do not recover anymore.--$275.
Beautiful
condition and very rare to find - 12 lb. size Confederate
"Polygonal cavity" cannon ball. This ball was recovered
many years ago along the Army of Tennessee's retreat route following the
Battles of Franklin and Nashville. You won't see a finer
example.--$350.
 It's
extremely rare to recover one Federal cavalry officer's spur -- But here
are TWO -- One of each of the two major types - both recovered here in
Middle Tennessee. {One by Ronnie Webb and the other by Hank Hugley}--
Exact recovery location of each to the buyer.--$350. for the pair
 This
is a fully cased 1/6th plate tintype of a Federal soldier with about
everything that you can imagine hanging on him. There are several
small scuffs and scratches but you just NEVER see images with full
accoutrements ready to march to the front.--$595.
 Very
nice condition excavated coat size Confederate "Block A"
2-piece Artillery button. This button was recovered from a
Confederate winter camp located near Richmond, VA. and is solid as can
be.--$175.
 Beautiful
condition non-excavated coat size "V.M.I." {Virginia Military
Institute} button. It has 100% gilt, shank intact, and war date
"Evans in a ribbon" backmark. You won't see a nicer
one.--$175.
   Beautiful
hand carved, and IDed {"GAR" and "Mason"}
mirror and frame. The family brought this in yesterday and it's
really, really nice. The mirror belonged to John H. Blount of
McKean, PA. There is an old note on the mirror as well as a
current note from the family.--$195.
Beautiful
condition complete "Dropped" 3-inch Hotchkiss projectile found
in a flower bed of a home located on Granny White pike -- Battle of
Nashville, TN. -- already drilled of course--$375.
Nice
condition 3-inch Federal Absterdam shell. This is an unfuzed drop
with an open fuze hole. The tall brass sabot is 100% intact and
has the "Absterdam Patent" information stamped into it.--$275.
Absolutely
drop dead beautiful condition non-excavated 4-piece cast brass
"Mississippi Rifleman's" buckle on a section of the original
belt. This is the style buckle that was issued with the Model 1841
"Mississippi Rifle". In 35 years I've only had a handful
of these to offer loose off the belt. What a nice compliment this
would be displayed with your "Mississippi Rifle".--$450.
 Excavated
large size "U.S." oval cartridge boxplate with an old
"Gettysburg" tag. You can tell from the excellent
condition of this plate that it was recovered in the 1950s or
1960s. The two loops on the back have been intentionally snipped
off presumably to lay flat on an old relic board.--$195.
 Absolutely
beautiful coat size non-excavated Federal eagle "I" Infantry
officer's button. This button has 100% bright gold gilt and is
backmarked "D. Evans - Attleboro, Mass." You won't see a
finer example.--$25.
 Perfect
condition non-excavated coat size Eagle "R" button. This
button has 100% bright gold gilt and the scarce "Horstmann Sons and
Drucker" backmark. This is one you seldom see.--$95.
 Circular
lead filled Federal eagle breastplate recovered about 20 years ago by
Ronnie Webb here at Stones River. This breastplate has an
absolutely beautiful face with full lead and both loops intact.--$195.
-
 I've
just purchased 5000 mixed excavated Civil War bullets.
Bag
of 50 mixed dropped and fired U.S. and C.S. bullets-each bag
includes a variety of different type bullets at a low cost of
$1.70 per bullet--$85. a bag.
    Large
1809 date European manufactured single shot military style pistol.
The pistol was of course in flint when manufactured and converted to
percussion during the Civil War era. The lock plate is dated 1809
and marked with a standing lion. A very attractive and massive
weapon {celebrating it's 200th birthday !!}.--$550.
 Beautiful
condition excavated large oval "U.S." cartridge boxplate
recovered many years ago by Ronnie Webb from a Joe Wheeler Confederate
cavalry camp here. Apparently the Confederates were stripping
leather to use. Smooth olive patina on the face, full lead,
and both loops intact on the reverse. A Fine Example.--$225.
     Model
1860 light cavalry saber and scabbard made by "Emerson and
Silver" and dated 1864. The blade is clean gently darkening
with age and marked "Emerson and Silver - U. S. - 1864".
The grip is in nice condition with original wrap and wire. The
scabbard has a nice uncleaned, attic brown patina with the normal small
marks of actual service. This is a good honest first class example
of the classic saber of the American Civil War.--$895.
  I'm
selling this for a friend and have had it listed for a while. He
just called and said to re-price it to move so here is a great
Confederate officer sword at a "Recession price"!! Very
nice condition unmarked "Dufilho" of New Orleans Confederate
Foot officer's sword {without scabbard}. The blade is clean just
beginning to darken in areas with age and faint original Confederate
engraving showing through the patina. The grip has original wrap
and wire and a rich, uncleaned patina on the brass guard. This is
a first class Confederate officer's sword that any collector would be
proud to own.--$2,495.
  Really
great image -- This is a fully cased 1/6th plate tintype of a rough
looking double armed Federal soldier [probably from Ohio]. The
image is crystal clear with an Enfield musket across his chest at half
cock with the nipple protector visible hanging down. There is, in
addition, a big 44 cal. Colt Army revolver stuck in behind his
belt. The image is cased in a nice patriotic motif full
case. Very few images of this quality come on the market
anymore.--$750.
 Excavated
large size lead filled "U.S." oval cartridge boxplate
recovered at Chickamauga a few years ago. The face has one little
rust bump on the bottom of the "S" but is otherwise an
excellent plate with a smooth chocolate brown patina on the face and
full lead and both loops on the reverse.--$185.
      High
grade Model 1850 Civil War Union foot officer's sword and
scabbard. The blade is bright and clean with visible "U. S.
and Eagle" engraving top to bottom. The grip has original
sharkskin and wire with just enough wear to show that it was used.
The brass guard is unusually ornate with a beautiful rich, aged
patina. The metal scabbard is a little bit longer than the sword
but has been with the sword a long, long time and it too, has a pleasing
uncleaned, aged grey-brown patina. This sword has really excellent
display eye appeal.--$1,150.
     This
is a tough saber bayonet to come by. It's a for a Model 1860
Sharps Rifle and is marked "1861 -- Collins Mfg. Co. -
Hartford" and is in a partial original leather scabbard. It has a smooth, never cleaned, attic brown patina
and is serial number "383".--$450.
     Absolutely
beautiful condition Model 1840 Ames Musician's sword and scabbard.
The blade is pristine clean and bright with "1862 - Ames Mfg.
Co." markings that you can see across the room. The scabbard
is equally as nice as the sword. This sword is as "museum
quality" as you can get.--$595.
   Model
1860 "Roby" light cavalry saber {only without scabbard}.
The saber was just brought in and is untouched. The blade is clean
beginning to darken here and there with age. It is marked "C.
Roby - W. Chelmsford - 1865" and has original wrap on the grip but
is missing the wire. The brass guard has a nice - never cleaned -
rich, aged bronze patina. This would be a great "first Civil
War sword".--$395.
 Absolutely
beautiful condition excavated large size "U.S." oval cartridge
boxplate recovered about 40 years ago from Chickamauga, GA. The
face has a smooth chocolate brown patina and the reverse has full lead
and both loops intact. They don't get nicer.--$250.
 Really
pretty excavated coat size lined "A" Confederate Artillery
button. This button was recovered from near Charleston, SC and has
a smooth brown patina - no dents - and shank intact.--$375.
 Very
nice condition excavated large size lead filled "U.S." oval
waist belt plate. This buckle was recovered on Sat. - 5 - 18 -
1991 at 9:15 A.M. at Eastport, Mississippi. How's that for you
folks that like to know all about where their artifacts came
from.--$250.
 Excellent
condition non-excavated large size "U.S." oval cartridge
boxplate. Rich uncleaned bronze patina on the face and full lead
and both loops on the reverse. The loops are 2 1/2 inches apart if
you have a cartridge box needing one.--$250.
   58
caliber leather federal cartridge box complete with original cartridge
tins inside. The box is maker marked "C. S. Storms-
Maker". It is in stable condition but does have some age
cracks and some small pieces flaked out of the inner flap. The box
isn't mint but is a good example that displays well and priced
right.--$250.
   Very
nice 1/9th plate fully cased tintype of a Tennessee Confederate.
This one was purchased many years ago out of a Nashville, TN. estate
sale and is a seated Confederate with a "Hardee" style hat,
plume, and infantry hat insignia. He is wearing a
"Butternut" jacket with what appear to be floral style buttons
of the exact type that we recently recovered from Lucius Polk's 1863
Confederate winter camps here. I am including one of the buttons
with the image. This image would be a nice addition to any
Southern collection.--$595.
 Absolutely
"couldn't be nicer" mint condition coat size Confederate
"R" - Rifleman. This jewel has 100% original bright gold
gilt on the face and 100% silver wash on the reverse. It is marked
"H. T. & B. - Manchester" - There could not possibly
exist a nicer one.--$650.
     Very
attractive Ames Model 1840 "N.C.O." {Non-Commissioned Officer}
sword in it's original leather scabbard. The blade is bright and
clean with markings {U.S. - 1864 - Ames Mfg. Co.} that you can see across the room and the cast brass
guard is equally as nice with a pretty aged patina. The leather
scabbard is complete with a very nice look and no repairs - there
are, however, a couple spots where the leather has flexed back and forth
a bit making a faint line. You couldn't ask for a nicer blade
than this one has.--$650.
 Very,
Very scarce Houston, Texas Confederate Newspaper. This is the
Monday - July 11, 1864 issue of the "Houston Daily
Telegraph". Confederate newspapers out of Texas are among the
hardest to get.--$250. {This is a real bargain !!}
 Perfect
condition unissued large size lead filled "U.S." oval waist
belt plate. This is the arrow hook variety and all three hooks
remain intact. This is the classic belt plate of the American
Civil War.--$250.
 Excavated
large size U.S. oval cartridge boxplate recovered years ago at
Chickamauga, GA. It has a chocolate brown face with small scuffs
from actual field use. The reverse has full lead and both wire
loops still intact.--$185.
 Really
pretty non-excavated circular eagle breastplate out of an old GAR Hall
exhibit. The plate has a nice rich aged bronze patina with full
lead and both loops intact on the reverse. The two old square
nails that held the plate to the relic board are still intact as
well. A neat old relic.--$195.
 Beautiful
condition non-excavated 19mm size Confederate Staff Officer
button. This one is mint with 100% bright gold gilt. The
reverse is perfect as well with the "Treble Gilt" backmark.--$195.
 This
is quite possibly the most beautiful condition non-excavated coat size
"H.T. & B. - Manchester" Confederate "C" cavalry
that I've ever had. The face is perfect with 100 % bright gold
gilt and the reverse has 100 % silver wash. Super - Super
choice.--$625.
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.
 Super,
Super rare EARLY one piece excavated coat size federal
"Engineer" button. This is a nice example with a little
gilt, shank intact, and a backmark that I haven't seen before
"Extra Rich - Scovill". I'll bet that someone's button
collection is missing this one.--$325.
 Smooth
chocolate brown excavated cuff size ordnance button. This is a
real nice button with no dents and shank intact and straight.--$175.
 Absolutely
beautiful condition excavated coat size gilted eagle "D"
{Dragoon} button. These are very rare to dig and almost always
recovered from Confederate sites. This one was recovered from an
1863 Alabama Cavalry camp located near Fosterville, TN. This is a
really nice button with a "Steele-Johnson" backmark.--$150.
         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.
  This
is a really nice gilted coat size Michigan State Seal
button and is much prettier than most recovered now. The button is solid as a
rock with no dents, or cracks, and gold gilt dripping off it. The
face has fine detail and the reverse is perfect as well with the correct
Civil War "Goddard and Bro." backmark. The shank is
intact but leaning to one side just a bit. WOW -- What a pretty
Michigan.--$275.
 Beautiful
condition non-excavated coat size Virginia staff officer's 3-piece
button. This is a 23 mm VA261C with near 100 % bright gold
gilt. The reverse has "Superior Quality" backmark with
the shank intact.--$275.
 Flawless
perfect 24 mm non-excavated coat size "CS-5" Confederate staff officer's
button. This button has 100 % gilt - shank intact - and a
"treble gilt - extra rich" backmark. This is the exact
type button that is on General Robert E. Lee's uniform in the Museum of
the Confederacy.--$275.
 Absolutely
mint beautiful non-excavated coat size Confederate stippled
"A"-CS101A. The face couldn't be more
perfect, and the reverse retains virtually 100%
silver. The "H.T. & B-Manchester"
backmark is crystal clear, and the shank is strong and
straight. I don't see how there could be a nicer
example.--$475.
     This
is no doubt the finest Texas grouping that I have ever had to
offer. It was purchased a number of years ago directly out of the
Texas estate by the Lotz House Civil War Museum in Franklin, TN. and
still has the museum's ID numbers on the items. The estate
belonged to William J. Stafford of the 27th Texas Cavalry and consists
of William's super rare trans-Mississippi style Confederate manufactured
cavalry saber in it's original excellent condition BROWN LEATHER
scabbard, his "Regulation Style" C.S. oval waist belt plate on
the original leather belt, and two photos of William. This
grouping was one of the Lotz House Museum's finest displays and will no
doubt be a wonderful long term investment grade grouping for
someone.--$18,500.
  Fully
cased 1/6th plate tintype of a seated Federal cavalryman. The
image has a few old scratches but retains good clarity. He is
wearing an enlistedman's 9-button frock coat and also his Model 1851
eagle saber belt rig. His cavalry saber is clearly visible and
leaning against his leg. This would be a very nice image to
compliment your cavalry display.--$295.
    Model
1860 light cavalry saber and scabbard. The blade is clean marked
"1865-US-JCW" and on the reverse a few letters of the Emerson
and Silver mark can still be seen. The grip has original wrap and
wire and is in very attractive condition and the brass guard has a
rich aged patina. The iron scabbard has a smooth brown patina and
is without a single dent. This is a Model 1860 saber that would
look really nice on any wall.--$795.
Finely
crafted and faithfully reproduced 3/4 scale Model 1860 Parrott
Rifle. The barrel is cast iron with a 3/8 inch seamless liner for
maximum strength. The wheels are hickory and all carriage parts
are white oak just as the originals. All hardware is steel not low
strength aluminum or pot metal. The cannon comes complete with all
working implements including water bucket, worm, 2 rammers, 2 hand
spikes, a portfire, prolong rope, and vent cover. The wheel height
is 42 inches and the barrel bore is 2.25 inches. We will include
free delivery within 300 miles of Murfreesboro, TN. If you check
around you will find this gun usually priced at $12,000. Check out
our price with a full complement of implements and free delivery
!!!--$9,500.
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