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5008 - Very fine Classic Civil War Era Bowie Knife.
Nine inch clipped point blade with great etched panel "FIRM AS A OAK IN MY OWN DEFENCE". Blade retains 75% of its original fire blue and polish. Scattered staining about the blade. Marked "J. Lingard, Peacroft, Sheffield", on the ricasso. Pewter cross-guard and mounts with horn handle and pearl inlays. 13 1/2 inches over-all. Scabbard very fine with minor scuffing and missing its silver end-cap. Very few original Bowie's show original blue on their blades. This is a rare knife reasonably priced and untouched.

SOLD ! !
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4437 - CONFEDERATE CIVIL WAR AMBROTYPE WITH ULTRA-DESIRABLE "JEFF DAVIS AND THE SOUTH" SIGN.
With a nice compliment of weaponry and accoutrements, this is one of the best images that I have ever come across. Right out of the woods and never offered for sale before.

SOLD ! ! !
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4317 - HALF-PLATE AMBROTYPE IMAGE OF A FULL NUDE.
This is the type of pose that was often replicated via large paintings above the alcohol stock in saloons of the far west during the Gold Rush and after the Civil War. In great condition, this half-plate shows a toning streak down the middle of the plate, probably caused by some old right-handed miner holding it in his left hand all the time. I've never seen such a nice image in ambro or metal. These are usually found on card-stock. Without a doubt, that's an impressive set of neeples!

$ 1,500.00 - SALE PENDING ! !
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4312 - CONFEDERATE CIVIL WAR IMAGE WITH ULTRA-RARE AND DESIREABLE " JEFF DAVIS AND THE SOUTH! " MOTIF.
This super-rarity is a ninth-plate ambrotype and it would be difficult to improve upon. Images with this "Davis" motif are rare and the highlight of many Museum and personal collections. They have been featured in magazines and books and are heavily sought after by even the most advanced collectors, many of whom never even get a chance to see one personally, much less acquire one. The best part about this image is the content. In my opinion, this soldier has Native American blood in his backround. The stocky, square-jawed soldier has long black hair combed straight back. He holds a Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver, a Confederate tin drum canteen and what is probably a bible. It's a ninth-plate, but its a barn-burner.

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4293 - STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA BUCKLE.
Militia buckles such as this from the pre-1840's are relatively rare, especially in this fine, untouched condition. This one retails most of its original silver wash over its brass body that has turned an untouched blue-black patina. What's especially fine and desirable is the embossed motif on its face, an American Indian armed with his bow, arrows and quiver.

ON HOLD ! ! !
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4283 - CIVIL WAR CORPS BADGE. FIRST DEFENDERS BADGE OF THE FIRST MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY, IDENTIFIED, KILLED IN ACTION HISTORY.
Civil War badges of all types are one of the most popular artifacts in the entire realm of Civil War Collectibles. This one is at the top of the food-chain and I doubt we'll see its like again on the open market. It is simply outstanding, the best I have ever seen. Roughly 3 & 1/2" in length, it's topped with a shield with engraved unit I.D. of " 1st Regt. Mass. Vols.". Attached to its back is a drop of red, white and blue cotton weave that is very faded. Across this ribbon is a ladder step that is inscribed, "Chancellorsville". At the end of the drop is a minnie-ball that has the State Seal of Massachusetts and on the reverse is inscribed in gold over blue enamel, 7 battle honors. The condition is so perfect, one need only look at the photos to clearly see the minty gold gilt honors of the Regiment's illustrious history from Blackburn's Ford through the Battle of Fredericksburg. On the rim of the minnie-ball is inscribed "Obit, Capt. Charles E, Rand, May 2, 1863". The First Massachusetts was one of the fightingest Units of the Civil War, going on to see heavy action at Gettysburg, Wilderness and Spotsylvania, suffering hundreds of killed, wounded, missing and captured during their service. Rand was a 28-year old landlord when he mustered into Company "I" and served as it's Captain until killed at Chancellorsville. I have heard complaining for the past 5 years that nothing good is ever offered for sale any more. Well, this might be pricey, but it's about impossible to improve upon in terms of its history and importance. If you want the absolute very best, here you go.

$ 6,750.00 - SOLD ! ! !
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4273 - CIVIL WAR CORPS BADGE OF THE 20TH CONNECTICUT.
Corps Badge of the 20th Connecticut Infantry made of solid gold. This beautiful Civil War Ladder Badge is inscribed with the owners name, ID'd to Capt. Ezra Sprague, 20th Connecticut Infantry. The 20th served with distinction at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Resaca, Peach Tree Creek, The Atlanta campaign and Bentonville. It is interesting to note that a facsimile of this exact medal (without Sprague's name) is embossed onto the cover of the 20th's original Regimental History and also that Sprague himself, was a jeweler prior to and after the war. Was he the designer? Further research is certainly warranted and I would like to speak with other collectors that may have similar world-class Civil War Corp Badges and Medals.

$ 6,500.00 - SOLD ! ! !
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4252 - MAGNIFICENT 19TH CENTURY PRESENTATION MEDAL OF SOLID GOLD.
This spectacularly engraved medal is inscribed, "New York City Guard to William A. Bloomfield, Jan. 1854". Nearly 3 & 1/2" in diameter, it is made of 18k Gold and weighs about 2 & 1/2 ounces. The engraving is simply exquisite and it is much more impressive in person than any photos can show. Bloomfield was the conductor of the Army Band stationed near New York City in the 1850's and won several awards for excellence during his tenure playing for Military, Social and Government elites throughout his career and was considered the John Phillip Souza of his time. If you have a spouse that complains about the amount of money that you spend on your hobby, this could be considered a silencer.

$ 5,875.00
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4221 - CIVIL WAR IMAGE, IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE .
Civil War Ambrotype is a quarter-plate and identified inside the case as Lieutenant Carlos Reese, 28th Alabama Infantry. The image is extremely clear and in wonderful condition save for the few scattered age stains. The 28th was one of the most active Confederate units of the western theatre seeing action at Shilo, Corinth, Perryville, Murphreesboro, Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, the Atlanta Campaign, Nashville, and Franklin. Very few men were left in the unit at wars end, decimated by Hoods attempts to thwart Union advances.

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4193 - TIN TYPE, CIVIL WAR CAVALRY TROOPER.
This is a great image and extremely rare in the fact that this Union Fighter sports a pair of Colt Third Model Dragoons in his belt. You'll search long and hard to find a cooler image if your a Colt collector that likes Dragoon Revolvers.

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4180 - CIVIL WAR TIN TYPE OF TROOPER HOLDING MINT COLT DRAGOON.
This great image was formerly in the Herb Peck Collection. A collector can tell that fine Dragoon retains all of its original finish. Outstanding and rare, a must for the serious collector of Colt Percussion Revolver and especially Colt Dragoons.

SOLD ! !
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4177 - CIVIL WAR TIN TYPE IMAGE OF AN ARMED UNION CAVALRY TROOPER.
This great quarter-plate tintype is in excellent condition and housed in a fine patriotic Gutta-Percha case. This soldier sports a unit marked Hardy Hat, a huge Cavalry Sabre (possibly an 1840 Ames) and a huge Colt 3rd Model Dragoon.

SOLD ! !
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4173 - CIVIL WAR TIN-TYPE OF AN ARMED SOLDIER.
A Colt Dragoon Revolver tucked into his double-buckled belt is the highlight of this 6th-plate image of a Civil War Soldier. This is a nice, clear image is tagged by a former dealer as being pictured in the book, "More Confederate Images". It may be in the book, but I'm not so sure he's Confederate and think this assumption is based on the style of belt and the trim to his cuffs and collar. Although I can't be certain, the Revover looks like a Colt First Model Dragoon based on the early-style lever-latch and what may be a roumnd cylinder stop. The old price tag lists this image at $1550.00. Fat chance of that happening today.

SOLD ! !
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4159 - CIVIL WAR IMAGE, 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE WITH COLT DRAGOON.
This is another nice Civil War image from a small group that we purchased. It is sharp and clear but shows some minor scratches to its surface. The Trooper proudly displays his Colt Third Model Dragoon and sports a Cavalry Sabre. Leatherette case, broken at the spine and easily repaired.

$ 850.00
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3418 - CIVIL WAR SPURS FROM TEXAS.
This is just a great set of spurs recently found in an old trunk of objects belonging to Charles F. Sherman of the 2nd Massachusetts (Nims Battery) and so marked with an excellent, original ID tag attached to the spurs. They were taken from a Texan in Western Louisiana and worn by Sherman thereafter during the war. They show classic western design with large, spiked rowels with bobs on each side. The leathers are original with the exception of one that has been replaced with period chain. Strap these on and when you walk into your local saloon, you'll sound just like Josey Wales. Pretty good chance you won't look like him though.

SOLD ! ! !
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3401 - AMERICAN MILITIA SHAKO FOR ENLISTED MEN. c. 1810 - 1830.
All original and untouched, I doubt many collectors have ever laid eyes on one of these and I don't know much about it myself. If anyone out there can shed additional or more accurate light on this artifact, please give me a call.

SOLD ! !
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3281 - CIVIL WAR ARTIFACT - CIVIL WAR ID BADGE OF CHAPLAIN JAMES HILL, 21ST IOWA INFANTRY AND WINNER OF THE MEDAL OF HONOR.
This little ID badge came to us directly from the hometown of James Hill, 21st Iowa. Baptist Minister James Hill of Cascade, Iowa, organized a company of volunteers in 1862. This company of 97 men were sworn in as Company "I" of the 21st Iowa Infantry. During the battle of Champion's Hill in May of 1863, Lt. Hill unexpectedly came upon three Confederate pickets and, by quick thinking, deceived the sentries that he was heading up a body of men concealed behind him by motioning them to come forward and compelling the pickets to drop their weapons. He thus avoided capture and, instead, captured the rebel sentries and escorted them back to headquarters. He was later awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions that day. After Vicksburg, Lt. Hill was unanimously elected Chaplain of the 21st Iowa by the men of his Company. The badge is nearly perfect save for its clearly missing pin. I have read several sources claiming only 3 to 7 chaplains won the MOH during the Civil War. I doubt you'd find a better ID badge anywhere.

SOLD ! ! - 4/18/11
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3244 - CIVIL WAR POCKET WATCH BY TOBIAS OF LIVERPOOL.
I sold this watch last year and it comes back to us in trade. Works perfect and is in very fine condition. Finely engraved casing with a Cavalry Trooper on horse-back with drawn sabre galloping before a fort. Reverse shows a harbor view with sailing ship. The second hand has a shadow-box panel with a choo-choo train rolling past the window to the speed of the second hand, a unique feature that I have seen on no other watch. This makes a wonderful display piece with a uniform or other personal artifacts.

$ 1,100.00
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3236 - CIVIL WAR PHOTOGRAPH - BATLE-SCARRED COLORS OF THE 16TH NEW YORK INFANTRY.
This is a really great 8" X 10" salt-paper print that is housed in its original frame and glass. A similar, identified photo is in the Chrysler Museum showing the same two soldiers with the same flags, different pose. This is an excellent condition, large image of regimental colors that would look fantastic in a library or display room.

SOLD ! ! !
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3225 - CIVIL WAR PHOTOGRAPH - AMBROTYPE WITH TWO SOLDIERS. ONE SOLDIER IS ARMED WITH A COLT DRAGOON AND THE OTHER UNDOUBTEDLY A WOMAN!
This is a crisp and clear 1/4-plate image that shows some aging. These appear to be two soldiers and the reason I bought this image is that I have no doubt that the smaller of the two is a woman. History tells us that many woman not only travelled with their husbands and boyfriends, they often fought with them and many were actually mustered in, incognito. This is a very rare image with historical and interesting content considering the two subjects. They look like Rebs and it appears the man is holding a Colt Dragoon apparently aimed at something under this woman's hat. I don't think it's a rabbit.

$ 750.00 - On Hold !
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3133 - EXTREMELY RARE CONFEDERATE SERVICE MEDAL.
This is nothing short of a spectacular, exquisite fabrication of a presentation medal. It was presented to Captain Frank Rice, Chief Surgeon of Cheatham's Division, Army of Tennessee, CSA. This is only the third Civil War Medal I have ever bought and you can see why. I try to handle a wide variety of items in all price ranges but most ID tags, Corps Badges and Veterans Medals just haven't turned my key. I had to buy this one and I don't care if it sells or not. I always try to offer my goods at very fair prices and some actually below retail when I'm able. This is the best, and somebody's gonna have to pay for it or it's going right into my collection. Additionally, if any of you fine folks have world-class Civil War Medals or Corps Badges that you are considering parting with, I'm interested in possibly buying similar items if they are super quality. This one appears to be of solid gold, pinkish in color that I presume is a patina of a copper alloy, maybe 18k. 60 rays in the sunburst, the medal is affixed to a ribbon that has aged but shows little wear. It is accompanied by a CDV of Rice with a Tennessee back-mark. Rice served with with the 15th Tennessee, which was merged with the 37th in '63 and then consolidated with the 4th just days before the wars end. I don't have all of his records yet, but if he was at Franklin, sadly, he was a very busy man. The 15th Infantry Regiment was organized at Jackson, Tennessee, in June, 1861. After fighting at Belmont, Shiloh, and Perryville it was consolidated with the 37th Regiment. It was active at Hoover's Gap, then participated in the campaigns of the army from Chickamauga to Missionary Ridge to Atlanta and then to the battles of Franklin and Nashville. Only a scant handful of original members of the 15th were surrendered and paroled at Greensboro, North Carolina April 25, 1865.

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2053 - UNBELIEVABLY RARE AND IMPORTANT PRESENTATION CANE. PRESENTED TO A WELLS FARGO & COMPANY EMPLOYEE AT CHRISTMAS, 1882 BY THE DRIVERS OF THE WELLS FARGO & EXPRESS COMPANY.
I'm going to cut to the chase on this one. In my humble opinion, there are 4 very romantic periods in our nations fabulous history; The Revolutionary War period, the Civil War period, The Wild West period and the trying times of the Great Depression and WW II. This item came to us recently from an estate. It sold several years ago at Greg Martin Auctions in San Francisco for over $30,000.00. It is a wonderful, near mint piece of Historical Americana that can hardly be improved upon. It smacks of the Wild West. This is an outstanding cane with solid gold handle that is inscribed on one side, "B. J. Hull, Entered Employ, Wells Fargo & Co. Express, 1856". On the reverse is a wonderfully engraved freight wagon with itsy-bitsy, teeny-weenie letters that say "Wells Fargo & Company Express" on the wagon's body. Above the wagon is engraved, "Drivers" and below the wagon, "Christmas, 1882". Hull was obviously employed by Wells Fargo from near the very beginning of their illustrious Western History. I would imagine that he started at the bottom of the totem pole and worked his way up through the organization and probably had the respect of the presenters. No history came with the cane and I don't know if its ever been researched. What I do know is that this is a very important artifact and one of the very few that has association with the Wild West in its heyday from the gold fields of California in the 1850's through the migration Westward and the Indian Wars. It was my good fortune to be offered this cane at a very low price before I ever made an offer, and I have no problem making a small mark-up and passing the savings on to a good customer. Wells Fargo Artifacts are extremely rare. To find one with a presentation is next to impossible. If nobody calls to buy this in a few weeks, I'm keeping it. Within 2 days of posting this cane on the website, one of my customers found Hull started as a driver for Wells Fargo in 1856 and worked his way up to supervisor. In 1882, he was still working for WF and living in Sacramento with his wife. We expect further research is to be completed soon.

SOLD ! ! !
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2046 - EARLY WESTERN STOCK SADDLE.
I have been told that this saddle dates from 1890 - 1920. It's difficult for me to tell as I know very little about it. All I know is my wife would never try it on, so I've decided to sell it. It does have that neat pouch on the back of the cantle to store your cell-phone.

SOLD ! ! !
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1205 - CIVIL WAR TINTYPE IMAGE. 1/6 PLATE WITH LEATHERETTE CASE AND GOLD GILT MAT. ARMED AND MOUNTED INFANTRY OFFICER TINTYPE, OUTDOOR.
This is a great, almost crystal-clear outdoor image of a handsome Union Infantry Officer. His Kepi shows a horn insignia and he sports what appears to be a known pattern of Clauberg Foot Officers Sword. His mount is ready for action and sports saddle-bags and a shiny new pair of pommel-holsters, no doubt containing a loaded set of Colt Navy or Army Revolvers. He doesn't look the type to be trifled with. If anyone can ID this officer, please give me a call.

Reduced to $ 1,500.00 - SOLD !
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