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M-168
CORPS BADGE (2nd CORPS) OF WILLAIM D. LYTLE OF THE 105TH
PENNSYLVANIA INF. - Badge is made of sheet silver with a T-bar pin approx. 1 1/4"(H)
x 1 5/16"(W) and has the black tarnishing in places. Inscribed "Co. C / 105th / P.V/ W.D.
Lytle". Lytle was originally in the 2nd US Sharpshooters from 10/1/61 to 12/24/63.
During that time the regiment was in every major battle with the Army of the Potomac,
including Gettysburg. He transferred to the 105th PV on 12/24/63 and was discharged on
2/22/65.
PENNSYLVANIA INF. - Badge is made of sheet silver with a T-bar pin approx. 1 1/4"(H)
x 1 5/16"(W) and has the black tarnishing in places. Inscribed "Co. C / 105th / P.V/ W.D.
Lytle". Lytle was originally in the 2nd US Sharpshooters from 10/1/61 to 12/24/63.
During that time the regiment was in every major battle with the Army of the Potomac,
including Gettysburg. He transferred to the 105th PV on 12/24/63 and was discharged on
2/22/65.
SOLD
M-181
ID'd GROUPING OF SGT. BENJAMIN F. BLATCHFORD - 50th
MASSACHUSETTS INF. & 2nd MASSACHUSETTS HEAVY ARTILLERY -
Fantastic patriotic housewife, 19th corps badge and diary. Housewife has
name and 50th MA ID sewn into the cover and a nice flag pocket that holds
post-War) does not have his name on it but does have the regiment and
Department of the Gulf stamped in. Has a Boston maker's name on the back
of the pinbar. The diary is an 1864 diary when Blatchford was in the 2nd MA
Heavy Artillery. His name and regiment is in the front of the diary and
someone else's is in the back. I would guess at this maybe being 10% filled in
as far as entries. Most of the diary is empty (as seen in the final photo). He
does write and mention the battles or actions at: Laurel Hill, Petersburg, Cox
Bridge, Wilmington, bombardment of Fort Fisher as well as the execution of
a deserter by firing squad. He only gives the bare minimum for information
when he writes. Most is in period ink. Nice small grouping of a Massachusetts
soldier.
MASSACHUSETTS INF. & 2nd MASSACHUSETTS HEAVY ARTILLERY -
Fantastic patriotic housewife, 19th corps badge and diary. Housewife has
name and 50th MA ID sewn into the cover and a nice flag pocket that holds
post-War) does not have his name on it but does have the regiment and
Department of the Gulf stamped in. Has a Boston maker's name on the back
of the pinbar. The diary is an 1864 diary when Blatchford was in the 2nd MA
Heavy Artillery. His name and regiment is in the front of the diary and
someone else's is in the back. I would guess at this maybe being 10% filled in
as far as entries. Most of the diary is empty (as seen in the final photo). He
does write and mention the battles or actions at: Laurel Hill, Petersburg, Cox
Bridge, Wilmington, bombardment of Fort Fisher as well as the execution of
a deserter by firing squad. He only gives the bare minimum for information
when he writes. Most is in period ink. Nice small grouping of a Massachusetts
soldier.
W-57
SOLD
SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR PRESENTATION SWORD - M-1872 Cavalry
Officer's sword with a beautiful presentation to Adj. Taylor C. Power of the 158th
Indiana Infantry from the Citizens of Indianapolis in 1898. It is etched on both
the sword and the scabbard. Grip has a few chips out of the shark skin, blade is
bright with nice etching. Scabbard has ornate mounts for the rings and still
retains the strap snap rings. Unfortunately the 158th Indiana didn't leave the
States, but a very nice piece regardless.
Officer's sword with a beautiful presentation to Adj. Taylor C. Power of the 158th
Indiana Infantry from the Citizens of Indianapolis in 1898. It is etched on both
the sword and the scabbard. Grip has a few chips out of the shark skin, blade is
bright with nice etching. Scabbard has ornate mounts for the rings and still
retains the strap snap rings. Unfortunately the 158th Indiana didn't leave the
States, but a very nice piece regardless.
W-149
SOLD
WILLIAM W. MARSTON THREE BARREL DERINGER - Interesting .32
cal., 4" barrel pistol. Only approx. 3,300 made. Nice markings "Wm. W.
Marston / Patented May 26, 1857 / New York City / Improved 1864" on side
of brass frame. Good percentage of original blue on barrels. Barrel selector
switch on right side of frame (this needs attention as it does not operate
correctly). Very nice looking pistol.
cal., 4" barrel pistol. Only approx. 3,300 made. Nice markings "Wm. W.
Marston / Patented May 26, 1857 / New York City / Improved 1864" on side
of brass frame. Good percentage of original blue on barrels. Barrel selector
switch on right side of frame (this needs attention as it does not operate
correctly). Very nice looking pistol.
L-45
SOLD
16TH MICHIGAN INFANTRY - BATTLE OF GAINES MILL, VA - Dated July 7, 1862
from Camp near James River written by William Simmons of Co. E, Stockton's Mich.
Regt. (16th Mi). Simmons would later die of wounds received at 2nd Manassas. Terrific
letter, writes of fighting till 10pm, 300 in the regiment killed or wounded, the Colonel
killed (actually was captured), how the rebels had captured all their food, tents and
clothing. They went back to the battlefield and through the woods to find the
Confederate dead piled up like cords of wood and hearing the wounded crying out at
night still on the battlefield. McClellan rides through every day and new troops are
arriving. They can't wait to make the secesh pay for what they have done. Great solid
letter in very good condition. Written in period ink.
from Camp near James River written by William Simmons of Co. E, Stockton's Mich.
Regt. (16th Mi). Simmons would later die of wounds received at 2nd Manassas. Terrific
letter, writes of fighting till 10pm, 300 in the regiment killed or wounded, the Colonel
killed (actually was captured), how the rebels had captured all their food, tents and
clothing. They went back to the battlefield and through the woods to find the
Confederate dead piled up like cords of wood and hearing the wounded crying out at
night still on the battlefield. McClellan rides through every day and new troops are
arriving. They can't wait to make the secesh pay for what they have done. Great solid
letter in very good condition. Written in period ink.
L-55
96TH ILLINOIS INF. POW - LIBBY PRISON LETTER - Written by Lt. Charles H.
Yates (POW at Missionary Ridge) on Jan. 10, 1864 to Colonel John C. Smith letting the
Col. know of his fate. "I am happy to address you although I am in prison and no hope
of getting out . . .I cannot write army news . . . I find there is 9 of my men here in
Richmond four in the hospital and ten have been taken to Danville, Va. Good bye,
Yours truly / Lt. C H Yates / 96th Ill Vol / Prisoner of War Libby Prison / Richmond,
Va". Letter is in excellent condition.
Yates (POW at Missionary Ridge) on Jan. 10, 1864 to Colonel John C. Smith letting the
Col. know of his fate. "I am happy to address you although I am in prison and no hope
of getting out . . .I cannot write army news . . . I find there is 9 of my men here in
Richmond four in the hospital and ten have been taken to Danville, Va. Good bye,
Yours truly / Lt. C H Yates / 96th Ill Vol / Prisoner of War Libby Prison / Richmond,
Va". Letter is in excellent condition.
L-10
MEXICAN WAR - FIRST HAND ACCOUNT - 2ND DAY'S BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA
= Soldier's graphic account of the February 23, 1847 days Battle of Buena Vista. Letter is
unsigned and appears to be a continuation of a more complete work. Probably an Illinois
soldier as the 2nd Illinois Regt is mentioned and this was found in the papers of former
Illinois Civil War Governor Richard Yates. Transcription in full is shown with the
'Additional Images". Period ink and just a bit ragged on the left margin. Writing is
choppy but a historically significant letter.
= Soldier's graphic account of the February 23, 1847 days Battle of Buena Vista. Letter is
unsigned and appears to be a continuation of a more complete work. Probably an Illinois
soldier as the 2nd Illinois Regt is mentioned and this was found in the papers of former
Illinois Civil War Governor Richard Yates. Transcription in full is shown with the
'Additional Images". Period ink and just a bit ragged on the left margin. Writing is
choppy but a historically significant letter.
SOLD
AU-25
SOLD
LAFAYETTE C. BAKER - HEAD OF LINCOLN'S DETECTIVE POLICE - I have
yet to see this autograph on the market for sale. ALS of Baker dated Aug. 21, 1862
on National Detective Police stationery and signed by Baker as Chief of Gov't
Detective Police. The content of the letter is asking the Chief of Staff of General
Wool a pass for a friend to make it through the lines. Letter is in very good
condition. Very first Chief of the now Secret Service!!
yet to see this autograph on the market for sale. ALS of Baker dated Aug. 21, 1862
on National Detective Police stationery and signed by Baker as Chief of Gov't
Detective Police. The content of the letter is asking the Chief of Staff of General
Wool a pass for a friend to make it through the lines. Letter is in very good
condition. Very first Chief of the now Secret Service!!
RW-6
SOLD
JULY 6, 1776 - TWO DAYS AFTER THE DECLARATION OF
INDEPENDENCE!! - PURCHASE OF BELTS AND SCABBARDS -
(approx. 5 5/8" x 8") Colony of Connecticut receipt for 29 Belts and 6
Scabbards for the Guns and Bayonets for Isreal Seymour's Company's
use. Document is in very good condition.
INDEPENDENCE!! - PURCHASE OF BELTS AND SCABBARDS -
(approx. 5 5/8" x 8") Colony of Connecticut receipt for 29 Belts and 6
Scabbards for the Guns and Bayonets for Isreal Seymour's Company's
use. Document is in very good condition.
SOLD
RW-7
JULY 11, 1776 - PROCURING OF GUNS - (approx. 1 7/8" x 6 5/8")
Farmington, Connecticut directive to start procuring guns for Capt.
Amos Barns Company. Very good condition.
Farmington, Connecticut directive to start procuring guns for Capt.
Amos Barns Company. Very good condition.
Lea-21
SOLD
SPECTACULAR C.S.A. BELT PLATE ON ORIGINAL BELT - Fresh out of a
Bay City, Michigan estate - thick Georgia style C.S.A. belt plate on original belt.
Plate has a fantastic deep redish brown patina (this is not the Bannerman copy
from the early 1900's - guaranteed), belt is well worn and has been on since day
one. The belt is not a U.S. belt but a more crude copy. There is a deep worn in
area under the plate hooks. The only flaw is that one of the hook holes of the
belt is ripped open, otherwise you won't find much better.
Bay City, Michigan estate - thick Georgia style C.S.A. belt plate on original belt.
Plate has a fantastic deep redish brown patina (this is not the Bannerman copy
from the early 1900's - guaranteed), belt is well worn and has been on since day
one. The belt is not a U.S. belt but a more crude copy. There is a deep worn in
area under the plate hooks. The only flaw is that one of the hook holes of the
belt is ripped open, otherwise you won't find much better.
G-346
3BN GAR PIN - Approx. 11/16" high x 9/16" wide. Among the earliest of the GAR pins.
Appears to be gold (probably no more than 10K) and enameled in red, white, blue and black.
Unfortunately there are chips in the enamel work but the rarity of these pins can excuse the
issues. There is also a small hole on the lower right side and looks to have been for a small
chain perhaps to drape something from the pin itself.
Appears to be gold (probably no more than 10K) and enameled in red, white, blue and black.
Unfortunately there are chips in the enamel work but the rarity of these pins can excuse the
issues. There is also a small hole on the lower right side and looks to have been for a small
chain perhaps to drape something from the pin itself.
SOLD
AU-14
ABRAHAM LINCOLN - Dated August 6, 1861 - Signed commission
appointing John Schuyler Crosby to 2nd Lieut. of the 1st Regiment of U.S.
Artillery. Also signed by Simon Cameron and General Lorenzo Thomas.
Vellum is somewhat wavy due to moisture at one time. Document is in an old
oak frame with old bubbled glass and has been there for ages. The print is
somewhat faded but Lincoln's signature remains strong. War Department
Seal is intact, upper edge is a bit ragged and document is missing a small
wedge of vellum in the upper left corner. Crosby by the end of the War had
made it up to Bvt. Lt. Col and his promotions were due to gallantry at Fort
Bisland, La. and Pleasant Hill, La. . Good Lincoln signature without paying
the 8-10K some dealers are asking.
appointing John Schuyler Crosby to 2nd Lieut. of the 1st Regiment of U.S.
Artillery. Also signed by Simon Cameron and General Lorenzo Thomas.
Vellum is somewhat wavy due to moisture at one time. Document is in an old
oak frame with old bubbled glass and has been there for ages. The print is
somewhat faded but Lincoln's signature remains strong. War Department
Seal is intact, upper edge is a bit ragged and document is missing a small
wedge of vellum in the upper left corner. Crosby by the end of the War had
made it up to Bvt. Lt. Col and his promotions were due to gallantry at Fort
Bisland, La. and Pleasant Hill, La. . Good Lincoln signature without paying
the 8-10K some dealers are asking.
SOLD
M-192
TAMBOURINE OF A MUSICIAN IN THE 54TH MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY
(OF THE MOVIE 'GLORY' FAME - I have recently purchased a large CW music
collection from a long time collector. This, (along with a tambourine and drum from
the 18th Mich Inf and more) was in that group. it measures approx. 2" in height x 8
7/8" main head diameter. On the underside of the head is the owners name of
Thomas E. Planter (sic - Platner). The information that came with it notes that it was
on loan to the Boston GAR Post 200 at one time and belonged to Thomas E. Platner
of Hudson, NY. Platner was cited as a Laborer who enlisted at the age of 17 in the
54th Massachusetts on March 10, 1863. He was mustered into Company A as a Private
on March 30, 1863 and eventually became a drummer boy for the company. On June
12, 1865 he was promoted to the 54th regiment's 'Principle Musician' which he held
until mustering out on August 20, 1865 at Mt. Pleasant, SC. I did a good amount of
research on this to verify the information as much as possible due to the flipping of
two letters on the inscription. This can be found on the 'Additional Images' Link. The
tambourine itself appears to have the original head which is held on with tacks. The
wood construction body is held together with irregular head nails (period). Thomas'
name is on the underside of the head in period ink. The tambourine contains 13 sets
of stamped brass cymbals in a two tiered set up. The thumb hole is trimmed in ivory
which will pass the ivory sales criteria due to the obvious age of the item). Again, for
more information, see the 'Additional Images' link.
(OF THE MOVIE 'GLORY' FAME - I have recently purchased a large CW music
collection from a long time collector. This, (along with a tambourine and drum from
the 18th Mich Inf and more) was in that group. it measures approx. 2" in height x 8
7/8" main head diameter. On the underside of the head is the owners name of
Thomas E. Planter (sic - Platner). The information that came with it notes that it was
on loan to the Boston GAR Post 200 at one time and belonged to Thomas E. Platner
of Hudson, NY. Platner was cited as a Laborer who enlisted at the age of 17 in the
54th Massachusetts on March 10, 1863. He was mustered into Company A as a Private
on March 30, 1863 and eventually became a drummer boy for the company. On June
12, 1865 he was promoted to the 54th regiment's 'Principle Musician' which he held
until mustering out on August 20, 1865 at Mt. Pleasant, SC. I did a good amount of
research on this to verify the information as much as possible due to the flipping of
two letters on the inscription. This can be found on the 'Additional Images' Link. The
tambourine itself appears to have the original head which is held on with tacks. The
wood construction body is held together with irregular head nails (period). Thomas'
name is on the underside of the head in period ink. The tambourine contains 13 sets
of stamped brass cymbals in a two tiered set up. The thumb hole is trimmed in ivory
which will pass the ivory sales criteria due to the obvious age of the item). Again, for
more information, see the 'Additional Images' link.
Additional Images
RW-3
SOLD
SOLD
RW-5
SEPTEMBER 4, 1775 - PURCHASE OF FLINTS AND TENTS -
(approx. 3 3/4" x 6 1/4") Cambridge, Connecticut receipt for the
purchase of 1 cask of Flints and 200 (?) Tents for the use of the Army.
Document is stained but in solid condition.
(approx. 3 3/4" x 6 1/4") Cambridge, Connecticut receipt for the
purchase of 1 cask of Flints and 200 (?) Tents for the use of the Army.
Document is stained but in solid condition.
JULY 6, 1776 - TWO DAYS AFTER THE DECLARATION OF
INDEPENDENCE!! - PURCHASE OF CARTRIDGE BOX - (approx. 4"
x 7 1/4") Hartford, Connecticut receipt for one Cartridge Box for use in
Isreal Seymour's Company. Very good condition.
INDEPENDENCE!! - PURCHASE OF CARTRIDGE BOX - (approx. 4"
x 7 1/4") Hartford, Connecticut receipt for one Cartridge Box for use in
Isreal Seymour's Company. Very good condition.
SOLD
4TH MICHIGAN CAVALRY IDENTIFIED GROUPING - Cavalry
officer's sword, cdv, officer's belt plate and GAR belt plate of Capt.
Daniel Duesler, Co G (and previously Lieut. in the Chandler Horse
Guards). Sword is a Klingenthal Officer's Model Cavalry sword with very
lightly etched blade which includes 'U.S.' on one side. The grip has
had what appears to be old white paint applied (period) and is still seen
in between the reliefs of the sharkskin grips. The CDV of Duesler shows
him holding this sword - unmistakable (white grips - from the paint
mentioned above, same ring mounts, etc.). Unfortunately the image is
creased as can be seen in photos and is ID'd in old ink on reverse "Great
Grandfather Duesler". Also included is his cast eagle sword belt plate,
the later war wide tongue style and his GAR belt plate which is missing
it's belt loop. More info on bottom of 'Additional Images' page.
officer's sword, cdv, officer's belt plate and GAR belt plate of Capt.
Daniel Duesler, Co G (and previously Lieut. in the Chandler Horse
Guards). Sword is a Klingenthal Officer's Model Cavalry sword with very
lightly etched blade which includes 'U.S.' on one side. The grip has
had what appears to be old white paint applied (period) and is still seen
in between the reliefs of the sharkskin grips. The CDV of Duesler shows
him holding this sword - unmistakable (white grips - from the paint
mentioned above, same ring mounts, etc.). Unfortunately the image is
creased as can be seen in photos and is ID'd in old ink on reverse "Great
Grandfather Duesler". Also included is his cast eagle sword belt plate,
the later war wide tongue style and his GAR belt plate which is missing
it's belt loop. More info on bottom of 'Additional Images' page.
W-54
SOLD
IDENTIFIED M-1840 MEDICAL STAFF SWORD - Absolutely beautiful sword
made by Klingenthal (markings are only visible when hilt is removed from blade
as shown in photos) with brass scabbard. Identified as etched in blade to Dr.
W.S. Grim. Unfortunately at the time of this listing have been unable to locate
Dr. Grim. Blade is etched with U.S. only. These Klingenthal blades have been
seen with "Medical Dept.", "M.S." for Medical Staff and just the plain U.S. as
this one is. Sword has been cleaned but heavy gilt remains on grip casting.
Applied German silver M.S. on cross guard. Rare to find these especially ID'd.
Extremely good condition.
made by Klingenthal (markings are only visible when hilt is removed from blade
as shown in photos) with brass scabbard. Identified as etched in blade to Dr.
W.S. Grim. Unfortunately at the time of this listing have been unable to locate
Dr. Grim. Blade is etched with U.S. only. These Klingenthal blades have been
seen with "Medical Dept.", "M.S." for Medical Staff and just the plain U.S. as
this one is. Sword has been cleaned but heavy gilt remains on grip casting.
Applied German silver M.S. on cross guard. Rare to find these especially ID'd.
Extremely good condition.
W-85
W-63
SOLD
MASSACHUSETTS ARMS CO. PISTOL FLASK - Approx. 4 1/4" in height. In business
during the 1850's & 60's they produced a number of small personal revolvers and single
shot pistols. This is an absolutely beautiful example with a nice patina and no dents or
pushes. Embossed in the brass "MASSACHUSETTS ARMS COMPANY / CHICOPEE
FALLS".
during the 1850's & 60's they produced a number of small personal revolvers and single
shot pistols. This is an absolutely beautiful example with a nice patina and no dents or
pushes. Embossed in the brass "MASSACHUSETTS ARMS COMPANY / CHICOPEE
FALLS".
SOLD
G-154
6TH MICHIGAN CAVALRY LADDER BADGE (CUSTER'S MICH. CAV. BRIGADE) - Very
nice & hard to obtain unit from Gen. George A. Custer's famed Michigan Cavalry Brigade
(consisted of the 1st, 5th, 6th & 7th Michigan Cavalry Regiments). Metal parts and tossle of
the badge are in very good condition, ribbon is a bit frayed at bottom.
nice & hard to obtain unit from Gen. George A. Custer's famed Michigan Cavalry Brigade
(consisted of the 1st, 5th, 6th & 7th Michigan Cavalry Regiments). Metal parts and tossle of
the badge are in very good condition, ribbon is a bit frayed at bottom.
M-189
CONFEDERATE - 55TH GEORGIA INFANTRY ID'd TIN DRUM CANTEEN -
Genuine Confederate Tin Drum Canteen belonging to Capt. John P. Allen. Scratched
into the side, barely visible unless you're looking for it and with all the patina in the
scratches, it reads: "Capt Jno P Allen 55th Geo Regt Randolph County Geo May
16". Once I found this and figured what it read I went to the rosters of the 55th to
confirm and there he was, just as listed. In the 'Additional Images' there are many
photos showing the etching - trying to catch the best light for the photograph. I don't
know the significance of the date, I couldn't see a year. Allen was present at Gettysburg
and was Captured on September 9, 1863 (just two months after Gettysburg) at
Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. No doubt he had this with him at Gettysburg and had
carried it with him through the War and probably as a POW. Mike O'Donnell just
photographed this canteen earlier this month and is planning on placing it in the new
Canteen Book he is revising. Canteen has dents and a few small holes as shown in the
photos.
Genuine Confederate Tin Drum Canteen belonging to Capt. John P. Allen. Scratched
into the side, barely visible unless you're looking for it and with all the patina in the
scratches, it reads: "Capt Jno P Allen 55th Geo Regt Randolph County Geo May
16". Once I found this and figured what it read I went to the rosters of the 55th to
confirm and there he was, just as listed. In the 'Additional Images' there are many
photos showing the etching - trying to catch the best light for the photograph. I don't
know the significance of the date, I couldn't see a year. Allen was present at Gettysburg
and was Captured on September 9, 1863 (just two months after Gettysburg) at
Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. No doubt he had this with him at Gettysburg and had
carried it with him through the War and probably as a POW. Mike O'Donnell just
photographed this canteen earlier this month and is planning on placing it in the new
Canteen Book he is revising. Canteen has dents and a few small holes as shown in the
photos.
SOLD
D-61
SOLD
1860 GEORGIA BALLOT INCLUDING THE REPRESENTATIVES VOTING FOR
SECESSION AND 1863 CITIZENSHIP AFFIDAVIT WRITTEN ON REVERSE -
Pre-printed and partially hand filled in 1860 Walton County, Georgia voting ballot
that includes the preprinted names of the county representatives that were sent to
the Convention to vote on secession!! On the reverse is an 1863 hand written
affidavit from the Clerk's Office of the Superior Court attesting to the Georgia and
Confederate citizenship of a county citizen. Must have used the ballots when paper
supplies ran low. Some staining as can be seen in photos.
SECESSION AND 1863 CITIZENSHIP AFFIDAVIT WRITTEN ON REVERSE -
Pre-printed and partially hand filled in 1860 Walton County, Georgia voting ballot
that includes the preprinted names of the county representatives that were sent to
the Convention to vote on secession!! On the reverse is an 1863 hand written
affidavit from the Clerk's Office of the Superior Court attesting to the Georgia and
Confederate citizenship of a county citizen. Must have used the ballots when paper
supplies ran low. Some staining as can be seen in photos.
M-158
RARE HOTCHKISS 3 INCH CANISTER ROUND - Made for the 3
inch bore cannon, this had the same effect as a huge shotgun. They
were meant for close contact mainly to combat an enemy charge.
There is no powder in this container, just sawdust and lead or iron
balls. It is crimped on the one end and the back end has a lead / zinc
plate that is marked: 'HOTCHKISS / 3 IN / JANy 7, 1862 / PATENT'
in raised letters. The base is a bit corroded but the markings still
visible. Very difficult to find these!
inch bore cannon, this had the same effect as a huge shotgun. They
were meant for close contact mainly to combat an enemy charge.
There is no powder in this container, just sawdust and lead or iron
balls. It is crimped on the one end and the back end has a lead / zinc
plate that is marked: 'HOTCHKISS / 3 IN / JANy 7, 1862 / PATENT'
in raised letters. The base is a bit corroded but the markings still
visible. Very difficult to find these!
SOLD
SOLD
M-88
6TH MICHIGAN CAVALRY I.D. DISC (CUSTER'S MICHIGAN CAV.
BRIGADE) - I.D. disc of William Meads from Keene in Ionia County, Mich.
Meads enlisted in 1862 and was discharged in November, 1865 so was in the
regiment for the full duration (including Gettysburg). Disc has a great patina
and is in good condition.
BRIGADE) - I.D. disc of William Meads from Keene in Ionia County, Mich.
Meads enlisted in 1862 and was discharged in November, 1865 so was in the
regiment for the full duration (including Gettysburg). Disc has a great patina
and is in good condition.
W-169
M-1853 SLANT BREECH SHARPS CARBINE - "SO CALLED JOHN BROWN
abolitionist John Brown and gang were armed with at Harpers Ferry. Brass butt
plate, patch box and barrel band. Has the early 9" sling bar. The sight is missing
the slide for long range and the hinge pin lever is broken (not all that uncommon
to see this). Mechanically appears fine although not sure about Sharps pellet
primer system. Stock is in very good condition and has the initials "LKD" carved
in. The patch box has initials "MD" scratched in 2 places. The metal has a spotty
- brown / white steel finish and personally think it could probably benefit by
tearing it down and giving it a good cleaning to even out the finish but I leave that
decision to the buyer. Good condition.
abolitionist John Brown and gang were armed with at Harpers Ferry. Brass butt
plate, patch box and barrel band. Has the early 9" sling bar. The sight is missing
the slide for long range and the hinge pin lever is broken (not all that uncommon
to see this). Mechanically appears fine although not sure about Sharps pellet
primer system. Stock is in very good condition and has the initials "LKD" carved
in. The patch box has initials "MD" scratched in 2 places. The metal has a spotty
- brown / white steel finish and personally think it could probably benefit by
tearing it down and giving it a good cleaning to even out the finish but I leave that
decision to the buyer. Good condition.
SOLD
W-163
RARE MODEL 1855 SPRINGFIELD PISTOL CARBINE WITH
ATTACHABLE STOCK - With only slightly more than 4,000
made, this is one of the most sought after guns of the Civil War era.
Both Barrel and lockplate dated 1855, correct 400 yard leaf sight,
markings good and legible (eagle on the Maynard Tape Primer door
a bit light), cartouche is only visible by the rectangle - no initials
left, bench mark on pistol is '8' and on stock is '6' (rarely are these
found together matching). Barrel rifling still good. Indentations on
grip from attachable shock showing use. Typical dings and wear.
Very light pitting on areas of the lockplate. Many were initially
issued to the 1st and 2nd U.S. Cavalry in the west.
ATTACHABLE STOCK - With only slightly more than 4,000
made, this is one of the most sought after guns of the Civil War era.
Both Barrel and lockplate dated 1855, correct 400 yard leaf sight,
markings good and legible (eagle on the Maynard Tape Primer door
a bit light), cartouche is only visible by the rectangle - no initials
left, bench mark on pistol is '8' and on stock is '6' (rarely are these
found together matching). Barrel rifling still good. Indentations on
grip from attachable shock showing use. Typical dings and wear.
Very light pitting on areas of the lockplate. Many were initially
issued to the 1st and 2nd U.S. Cavalry in the west.
SOLD
D-72
LETTER OF INTRODUCTION TO WILLIAM G. "PARSON"
BROWNLOW FOR MAJ. JOHN C. SMITH OF THE 96TH ILLINOIS
INFANTRY - Approx. 6 3/8" x 7 5/8" dated Shelbyville, July 24, 1863
and written by Isaac B. Holt (a court justice in Shelbyville)
introducing Maj. (later to become Brig. General) Smith to the famous
'Parson' Brownlow, attesting to his character. Brownlow was a
Methodist circuit rider in thew early 1800's (from which he received
his nickname of 'Parson', was editor of the newpaper 'The Whig' in
the 1840's, he opposed secession for Tennessee and was forced North
in exile for a short while. After the War he became Governor of
Tennessee from 1865 to 1869. Letter is in very good condition and
shows the folds from being carried. No doubt Brownlow held and read
this letter when Major Smith came calling to Nashville.
BROWNLOW FOR MAJ. JOHN C. SMITH OF THE 96TH ILLINOIS
INFANTRY - Approx. 6 3/8" x 7 5/8" dated Shelbyville, July 24, 1863
and written by Isaac B. Holt (a court justice in Shelbyville)
introducing Maj. (later to become Brig. General) Smith to the famous
'Parson' Brownlow, attesting to his character. Brownlow was a
Methodist circuit rider in thew early 1800's (from which he received
his nickname of 'Parson', was editor of the newpaper 'The Whig' in
the 1840's, he opposed secession for Tennessee and was forced North
in exile for a short while. After the War he became Governor of
Tennessee from 1865 to 1869. Letter is in very good condition and
shows the folds from being carried. No doubt Brownlow held and read
this letter when Major Smith came calling to Nashville.
SOLD
G-367
NICE GAR CANE WITH CANNON BARREL GRIP - Beyond a doubt the best
generic style GAR cane I've owned. Not the typical 'walking stick' cane normally
seen. Approx. 35" in length and over 5/8" in diameter - a good sturdy piece of
what looks like ebony. Grip is a heavy piece of cast metal in the shape of a
cannon tube and shows the GAR membership badge with crossed rifles, swords
and an anchor, with 'GAR' and '1861 & 1865'. Looks as though in places there
may have been a goldine finish on the grip. The bottom tip still retains this or
may be a replacement but fits the wood perfectly so believe it is original to the
piece. Very good condition.
generic style GAR cane I've owned. Not the typical 'walking stick' cane normally
seen. Approx. 35" in length and over 5/8" in diameter - a good sturdy piece of
what looks like ebony. Grip is a heavy piece of cast metal in the shape of a
cannon tube and shows the GAR membership badge with crossed rifles, swords
and an anchor, with 'GAR' and '1861 & 1865'. Looks as though in places there
may have been a goldine finish on the grip. The bottom tip still retains this or
may be a replacement but fits the wood perfectly so believe it is original to the
piece. Very good condition.
SOLD
M-201
DRUM IDENTIFIED TO THE 18TH MICHIGAN INFANTRY - Drum
belonging to Squire Johnson, musician in the 18th Michigan Infantry.
The top head has his name "S Johnson" in pencil and inside the drum,
opposite the vent hole, also period pencil is the repair notation
"Whitehall Sept. 16th 1876 / Repaired by O.W. Horton / for M.B.
Johnson / 18th M.V.R.". It was common practice for instrument
repairmen to place these notations inside the drums when repairing
them. M.R. Johnson was Miles R. Johnson, also of the 18th Michigan
Regiment (and previously in the 7th Michigan Infantry). I have been
unable to confirm whether this was a brother, cousin, etc.. Squire
Johnson enlisted in the 18th at Monroe, Mi as a musician on August 14,
1862 and was discharged on June 26, 1865. The drum appears to have a
maple shell with brass tack design and a bone (?) vent piece. It is approx.
16 1/2" in diameter and 11' high. There is a repaired crack in the side
that can be seen in the photos and probably the one responsible for the
repair notation inside. The drum has been restrung, has several replaced
ears, repaired torn heads. Snares are present. The 18th was not in an
extremely active combat unit but did participate in actions at Snow's
Pond, KY., Danville, KY., Nashville, Decatur, AL., Courtland, AL. and
Athens, AL. They had 8 KIA, 3 Died of Wounds, 208 Died of Disease, 12
Died in CS Prisons and 68 that Died in the Explosion of the Sultana.
belonging to Squire Johnson, musician in the 18th Michigan Infantry.
The top head has his name "S Johnson" in pencil and inside the drum,
opposite the vent hole, also period pencil is the repair notation
"Whitehall Sept. 16th 1876 / Repaired by O.W. Horton / for M.B.
Johnson / 18th M.V.R.". It was common practice for instrument
repairmen to place these notations inside the drums when repairing
them. M.R. Johnson was Miles R. Johnson, also of the 18th Michigan
Regiment (and previously in the 7th Michigan Infantry). I have been
unable to confirm whether this was a brother, cousin, etc.. Squire
Johnson enlisted in the 18th at Monroe, Mi as a musician on August 14,
1862 and was discharged on June 26, 1865. The drum appears to have a
maple shell with brass tack design and a bone (?) vent piece. It is approx.
16 1/2" in diameter and 11' high. There is a repaired crack in the side
that can be seen in the photos and probably the one responsible for the
repair notation inside. The drum has been restrung, has several replaced
ears, repaired torn heads. Snares are present. The 18th was not in an
extremely active combat unit but did participate in actions at Snow's
Pond, KY., Danville, KY., Nashville, Decatur, AL., Courtland, AL. and
Athens, AL. They had 8 KIA, 3 Died of Wounds, 208 Died of Disease, 12
Died in CS Prisons and 68 that Died in the Explosion of the Sultana.
SOLD
G-388
IRON BRIGADE LADDER BADGE - 19TH INDIANA INFANTRY - One of the most
sought after Brigades of the War. The legendary Iron Brigade, made up of the 24th
Michigan, 2nd, 6th & 7th Wisconsin and the 19th Indiana. This badge was for a member
of Company B of the 19th Indiana Volunteer Infantry. The regiment took part in the
Battles of; Gainesville, Va., 2nd Manassas (Bull Run), South Mountain, Antietam,
Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Wilderness, Yellow Tavern, Spotsylvania
Court House, North Anna River, Cold Harbor and Petersburg. The Iron Brigade suffered
the most casualties of any Brigade during the War - proportionately. The name of the Iron
Brigade it is said, came from an exchange between Generals Hooker and McClellan, when,
at South Mountain McClellan asked Hooker who was holding a position. Hooker replied
that it was a western brigade, McClellan stated that they must be made of iron, of which
Hooker responded with a comment on how they fought at 2nd Bull Run. The name stuck
and they were considered one of the best Brigades in the Union Army
sought after Brigades of the War. The legendary Iron Brigade, made up of the 24th
Michigan, 2nd, 6th & 7th Wisconsin and the 19th Indiana. This badge was for a member
of Company B of the 19th Indiana Volunteer Infantry. The regiment took part in the
Battles of; Gainesville, Va., 2nd Manassas (Bull Run), South Mountain, Antietam,
Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Wilderness, Yellow Tavern, Spotsylvania
Court House, North Anna River, Cold Harbor and Petersburg. The Iron Brigade suffered
the most casualties of any Brigade during the War - proportionately. The name of the Iron
Brigade it is said, came from an exchange between Generals Hooker and McClellan, when,
at South Mountain McClellan asked Hooker who was holding a position. Hooker replied
that it was a western brigade, McClellan stated that they must be made of iron, of which
Hooker responded with a comment on how they fought at 2nd Bull Run. The name stuck
and they were considered one of the best Brigades in the Union Army
SOLD
I-448
CDV - IDENTIFIED PLANTATION VIEW - No Photographer's back mark. This is an
image with subject matter that few have the opportunity to obtain. They are rarely
offered for sale. This is a view of a Plantation grounds with over 50 slaves (to my
count) and what looks like perhaps 3 soldiers (one slave appears to be wearing a kepi).
There is a very faint ID in period pencil on the reverse which looks to be either
"Bucland (or Bulland) Plantation / 1864". On the 'Additional Images' page I have
experimented with contrast adjustments on the scans to try and draw out better clarity
- you may decide for yourself. There was a well known North Carolina Plantation
known as 'Buckland' but of course without something better in the image to compare,
it is tough to say for certain.
image with subject matter that few have the opportunity to obtain. They are rarely
offered for sale. This is a view of a Plantation grounds with over 50 slaves (to my
count) and what looks like perhaps 3 soldiers (one slave appears to be wearing a kepi).
There is a very faint ID in period pencil on the reverse which looks to be either
"Bucland (or Bulland) Plantation / 1864". On the 'Additional Images' page I have
experimented with contrast adjustments on the scans to try and draw out better clarity
- you may decide for yourself. There was a well known North Carolina Plantation
known as 'Buckland' but of course without something better in the image to compare,
it is tough to say for certain.
| SOLD |
I-445
CDV - THE SULTANA - TAKEN 19 HOURS BEFORE EXPLOSION - Parker's City
Gallery, Cairo, Ill back mark with tax stamp. This photograph, taken while docked in
Memphis just 19 hours before the explosion that took just under 1200 lives. The
Sultana was carrying ex-POW's back from southern prisons in April, 1865. It was
designed to carry less than 400 people yet it was loaded with 2,300 Union POW's
heading home to the north. Seven miles upriver on April 27, 1865 the Sultana would
explode, killing so many that had gone through so much to outlast the War. Image is
in very good condition and rarely seen for sale.
Gallery, Cairo, Ill back mark with tax stamp. This photograph, taken while docked in
Memphis just 19 hours before the explosion that took just under 1200 lives. The
Sultana was carrying ex-POW's back from southern prisons in April, 1865. It was
designed to carry less than 400 people yet it was loaded with 2,300 Union POW's
heading home to the north. Seven miles upriver on April 27, 1865 the Sultana would
explode, killing so many that had gone through so much to outlast the War. Image is
in very good condition and rarely seen for sale.
| SOLD |
L-74
34th NEW YORK INFANTRY - DESCRIBES THE BATTLE OF FREDERICKSBURG
WITH SOME GRAPHIC DETAIL - Dated December 17, 1862 - Camped near
Fredericksburg, Va., written by Frank Bailey, Co. F, 34th New York Inf. to his brother
and sister. Click on 'Additional Images' for more transcribed excerpts. Mentions their
'Dead Beat' Major who tried to get out of the fight, how he himself has "sailed around
under the enemy's shells and bullets for five days but the shell have killed men so near
me that their brains flew in my face". He writes about another soldier by name who had
his leg blown off at the knee by a shell, bombardment of the city and the devastation.
Excellent letter - not often seen with this much graphic detail. Has cover, written in
period ink.
WITH SOME GRAPHIC DETAIL - Dated December 17, 1862 - Camped near
Fredericksburg, Va., written by Frank Bailey, Co. F, 34th New York Inf. to his brother
and sister. Click on 'Additional Images' for more transcribed excerpts. Mentions their
'Dead Beat' Major who tried to get out of the fight, how he himself has "sailed around
under the enemy's shells and bullets for five days but the shell have killed men so near
me that their brains flew in my face". He writes about another soldier by name who had
his leg blown off at the knee by a shell, bombardment of the city and the devastation.
Excellent letter - not often seen with this much graphic detail. Has cover, written in
period ink.
SOLD
M-235
SMALL CIVIL WAR ERA ACCORDION WITH ORIGINAL BOX - this is
without a doubt the most beautiful Civil War period accordion I have ever
seen. The maker, C.C. Keene of San Francisco turns out was a well
respected maker. Didn't find much on him searching the internet but did
come across an endorsement. The Mechanics Institute in 1864 reported
"The Flutinas and accordions manufactured and exhibited by C.C. Keene
are superior to any we have ever seen, and he is justly entitled to the first
premium for the State of California". In 1865, the Institute reported
"Accordions of California manufacture, exhibited by C.C. Keene, San
Francisco. These instruments were manufactured by himself and were
superior to the imported. Award - First Premium". With bellows contracted
the instrument measures approximately 4 3/4" x 13" x 6 5/8", the bellows
still work well and do create a decent sound and have a beautiful design.
The keys are mother of pearl. The wood, mahogany (a guess) is well
finished. Keene's label is on the bellows and there is also what looks to be a
Paris makers stamp in the wood so not sure if Keene imported certain
materials. The period box, assumed to have been made for the instrument is
somewhat crude with a hinged, domed top and completely unfinished which
really doesn't seem to make sense for the quality of the accordion..
without a doubt the most beautiful Civil War period accordion I have ever
seen. The maker, C.C. Keene of San Francisco turns out was a well
respected maker. Didn't find much on him searching the internet but did
come across an endorsement. The Mechanics Institute in 1864 reported
"The Flutinas and accordions manufactured and exhibited by C.C. Keene
are superior to any we have ever seen, and he is justly entitled to the first
premium for the State of California". In 1865, the Institute reported
"Accordions of California manufacture, exhibited by C.C. Keene, San
Francisco. These instruments were manufactured by himself and were
superior to the imported. Award - First Premium". With bellows contracted
the instrument measures approximately 4 3/4" x 13" x 6 5/8", the bellows
still work well and do create a decent sound and have a beautiful design.
The keys are mother of pearl. The wood, mahogany (a guess) is well
finished. Keene's label is on the bellows and there is also what looks to be a
Paris makers stamp in the wood so not sure if Keene imported certain
materials. The period box, assumed to have been made for the instrument is
somewhat crude with a hinged, domed top and completely unfinished which
really doesn't seem to make sense for the quality of the accordion..
| SOLD |
M-230
GETTYSBURG BULLSEYE CANTEEN - Interesting story . . . about a month ago I
went to an auction as there were enough items of interest, including a bullseye
canteen with a tag on it that identified it as a Gettysburg pickup. I never place much
faith in these modern tags without some sort of other verification. I bought it for
stock, get it home and hear something with a dull thud type of rattling, tried to look
in it with a flashlight and saw what I thought was a rolled up, mummified dead
mouse - great, have to find a way to get it out. Today, finally I go outside with a
long pair of needle nose pliers and over the garbage can try to pull this thing out.
Low and behold it isn't a dead mouse but a paper rolled up like a cigar, all dry and
falling apart as I tried to gently get it out without sustaining any more damage. No
name of ownership as I had hoped but a sale broadside from a store in downtown
Gettysburg. Paper looks to be from perhaps 1930-50 (?). I carefully unrolled it and
used an iron to flatten it out as best I could then placed it in plastic sleeves. This
gives me a heck of a lot more for believing the modern tag. That story done, now to
get to the canteen. It is a bullseye without a cover but does retain the original strap
which looks to have been broken and knotted back together. I searched for any ID
on the strap but found none. Does have a few stains that resemble old blood but
don't read too much into that, it would have to be tested. Not too rusted but has a
large dent on one side and the spout has been mangled a bit too. There are several
initials carved into the spout but no makers markings.
went to an auction as there were enough items of interest, including a bullseye
canteen with a tag on it that identified it as a Gettysburg pickup. I never place much
faith in these modern tags without some sort of other verification. I bought it for
stock, get it home and hear something with a dull thud type of rattling, tried to look
in it with a flashlight and saw what I thought was a rolled up, mummified dead
mouse - great, have to find a way to get it out. Today, finally I go outside with a
long pair of needle nose pliers and over the garbage can try to pull this thing out.
Low and behold it isn't a dead mouse but a paper rolled up like a cigar, all dry and
falling apart as I tried to gently get it out without sustaining any more damage. No
name of ownership as I had hoped but a sale broadside from a store in downtown
Gettysburg. Paper looks to be from perhaps 1930-50 (?). I carefully unrolled it and
used an iron to flatten it out as best I could then placed it in plastic sleeves. This
gives me a heck of a lot more for believing the modern tag. That story done, now to
get to the canteen. It is a bullseye without a cover but does retain the original strap
which looks to have been broken and knotted back together. I searched for any ID
on the strap but found none. Does have a few stains that resemble old blood but
don't read too much into that, it would have to be tested. Not too rusted but has a
large dent on one side and the spout has been mangled a bit too. There are several
initials carved into the spout but no makers markings.
| SOLD |
M-229
24TH MICHIGAN - IRON BRIGADE ID PIN - Approx. 1" in width and 1 1/8" in
height. Silver shield pin belonging to Demain Wheelhouse of the 24th Michigan.
Wheelhouse enlisted in Company E of the 24th on August 13, 1862 in Detroit at the
age of 36. He was promoted to Corporal on February 13, 1863 and Principal
Musician on July 1, 1863, The first day at Gettysburg when the 24th took very
heavy losses. He died of disease at Rappahannock Station, Va on November 30,
1863. The badge has the remains of a T-bar pin (which had been broken) and had
been cleaned many years ago but now has a pleasing silver color. Found in
mid-Michigan. Very desirable Regiment and Brigade.
height. Silver shield pin belonging to Demain Wheelhouse of the 24th Michigan.
Wheelhouse enlisted in Company E of the 24th on August 13, 1862 in Detroit at the
age of 36. He was promoted to Corporal on February 13, 1863 and Principal
Musician on July 1, 1863, The first day at Gettysburg when the 24th took very
heavy losses. He died of disease at Rappahannock Station, Va on November 30,
1863. The badge has the remains of a T-bar pin (which had been broken) and had
been cleaned many years ago but now has a pleasing silver color. Found in
mid-Michigan. Very desirable Regiment and Brigade.
| SOLD |
M-200
CIVIL WAR PERIOD ID'd PRESENTATION POST-MORTEM SURGEON'S KIT -
DATED 1863 - Wade & Ford, NY post-mortem kit - case approx. (5 3/4" x 10 3/4"
x 3"H) Engraved presentation on top: "DOCTOR H.J. DEVLIN / FIRST PRIZE
FOR / CLINICAL RECORD / SESSION 1862-63 / FROM PROFESSOR JOHN T.
METCALFE". Metcalfe was a graduate of West Point in the 1830's and grew to be
a major player in medicine. Henry J. Devlin, for all his talent unfortunately died in
April, 1864 of Typhus Fever while a house physician at Bellview Hospital in New
York at the age of 25. This is a partial set, many pieces marked Wade & Ford, NY
(1860-66) and there are also pieces that are unmarked or substituted and several
spots missing instruments. There are two pieces that are post War. The case is
missing one of the re-enforced corners but otherwise in very good condition. Pieces
marked Wade & Ford include: Lifting Backbone Saw, Bowel Scissors, Costotome
(Hammer), severasl scalpels tenaculeum. One piece is a period Tiemann
(Post-Mortem Knife). Set also includes Disection Tweezers, Suture Needles,
Reaction Chains & Hooks.
DATED 1863 - Wade & Ford, NY post-mortem kit - case approx. (5 3/4" x 10 3/4"
x 3"H) Engraved presentation on top: "DOCTOR H.J. DEVLIN / FIRST PRIZE
FOR / CLINICAL RECORD / SESSION 1862-63 / FROM PROFESSOR JOHN T.
METCALFE". Metcalfe was a graduate of West Point in the 1830's and grew to be
a major player in medicine. Henry J. Devlin, for all his talent unfortunately died in
April, 1864 of Typhus Fever while a house physician at Bellview Hospital in New
York at the age of 25. This is a partial set, many pieces marked Wade & Ford, NY
(1860-66) and there are also pieces that are unmarked or substituted and several
spots missing instruments. There are two pieces that are post War. The case is
missing one of the re-enforced corners but otherwise in very good condition. Pieces
marked Wade & Ford include: Lifting Backbone Saw, Bowel Scissors, Costotome
(Hammer), severasl scalpels tenaculeum. One piece is a period Tiemann
(Post-Mortem Knife). Set also includes Disection Tweezers, Suture Needles,
Reaction Chains & Hooks.
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AMBROTYPE OF A VERY DETERMINED LOOKING GENTLEMAN WEARING AN 1860
LINCOLN FERROTYPE DISC - Ninth plate ambrotype in a full case (a bit shaken but still
in pretty sound condition) of a gentleman in civilian clothes wearing an 1860 Abraham
Lincoln ferrotype presidential campaign disc. In the 'Additional Images' link the likeness of
Lincoln is more than clear enough to make out exactly who it is. Ambro has a few
scratches & wear but overall not too bad with fantastic subject matter. No question who he
wanted as President. Not a lot of these images around.
LINCOLN FERROTYPE DISC - Ninth plate ambrotype in a full case (a bit shaken but still
in pretty sound condition) of a gentleman in civilian clothes wearing an 1860 Abraham
Lincoln ferrotype presidential campaign disc. In the 'Additional Images' link the likeness of
Lincoln is more than clear enough to make out exactly who it is. Ambro has a few
scratches & wear but overall not too bad with fantastic subject matter. No question who he
wanted as President. Not a lot of these images around.
I-475
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CDV - 1863 BRADY PHOTOGRAPH OF PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN - Extremely nice
and desirable carte of Abraham Lincoln in 1863 with the early Brady back mark on reverse. It's
been a long time since I've had a Brady Lincoln - Not Anthony from Brady, but an actual
Brady! They don't pop up every day! Heritage Auctions in August of 2018 sold this same view
with the same early back mark for $2500. - The buyer then placed it up for bids and has a high
bid of $3000 right now for it. Looking at that one Heritage has and this one, I think this one is
the better of the two. Looks like the two were taken from different sections of the plate (a CDV
camera often had 4 lenses placing 4 images on the wet plate. With this process each of the four
had just a ever so slightly different angle on the plate but just enough to tell if you study it). A
screamer Lincoln image!
and desirable carte of Abraham Lincoln in 1863 with the early Brady back mark on reverse. It's
been a long time since I've had a Brady Lincoln - Not Anthony from Brady, but an actual
Brady! They don't pop up every day! Heritage Auctions in August of 2018 sold this same view
with the same early back mark for $2500. - The buyer then placed it up for bids and has a high
bid of $3000 right now for it. Looking at that one Heritage has and this one, I think this one is
the better of the two. Looks like the two were taken from different sections of the plate (a CDV
camera often had 4 lenses placing 4 images on the wet plate. With this process each of the four
had just a ever so slightly different angle on the plate but just enough to tell if you study it). A
screamer Lincoln image!
I-471
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CDV - BRADY PHOTOGRAPH OF MAJOR GENERAL U.S. GRANT - Great 3/4 view of
General Grant that is not often seen. Taken by the premier photographer Mathew Brady (the
reverse showing the earlier Brady back mark). In this view Grant is shown with a nicely tailored
frock coat. A choice image!!
General Grant that is not often seen. Taken by the premier photographer Mathew Brady (the
reverse showing the earlier Brady back mark). In this view Grant is shown with a nicely tailored
frock coat. A choice image!!
I-469
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I-285
SOLD
ALBUMEN OF PINE RIDGE - BLOODY POCKET - DREXEL
MISSION - WOUNDED KNEE - (5-1/4" X 8-1/2") mount - photo of
two Lacota Sioux sitting in the Bloody Pocket Pass. Photo has
period ink ID on bottom "Enterense (sic) to upper end of "Bloody
Pocket" Pine Ridge Reseveation (sic) S.D. 1891". On reverse in
period ink is "View No. 7" and very lightly in pencil "upper
entrance to / Bloody Pocket". This site was the continuation of the
Wounded Knee Campaign ending in the year 1891. Fantastic image
of an extremely important Indian War battle - actually this battle
of Bloody Pocket, a.k.a. The Drexel Mission Fight was considered
the last battle of the Indian Wars. Image has some light soiling
and smudges and a few areas where a liquid had contacted the
surface. All of which I would consider minor.
MISSION - WOUNDED KNEE - (5-1/4" X 8-1/2") mount - photo of
two Lacota Sioux sitting in the Bloody Pocket Pass. Photo has
period ink ID on bottom "Enterense (sic) to upper end of "Bloody
Pocket" Pine Ridge Reseveation (sic) S.D. 1891". On reverse in
period ink is "View No. 7" and very lightly in pencil "upper
entrance to / Bloody Pocket". This site was the continuation of the
Wounded Knee Campaign ending in the year 1891. Fantastic image
of an extremely important Indian War battle - actually this battle
of Bloody Pocket, a.k.a. The Drexel Mission Fight was considered
the last battle of the Indian Wars. Image has some light soiling
and smudges and a few areas where a liquid had contacted the
surface. All of which I would consider minor.