A rare artillery item, with 9 large iron balls within a 32pdr spiral cannon shot, accompanied by newspaper article about the collector who found it near a Confederate Artillery position near Vicksburg, Mississippi. An Unfired dug relic from the Siege of Vicksburg, in near mint condition with no defects, one of the most dreaded forms of canon shot to be fired at its adversary. Approximately 12 inches tall and intact wt. 32 lbs.

The finest gun in the collection, excellent patina and wood stock and clearly struck “ C.S. Richmond 1863 “ on the lock plate.

A beautiful Confederate Staff Officer’s sword with a perfectly cast hilt with ‘CS – Star’ in the guard. The grip was restored by Bill Osborne and accompanied with a letter by him in 1972 stating it is one of the finest examples that he has ever seen. In associated metal scabbard with original Officer’s Crimson Sash making this a remarkable display of perhaps the most popular sword of the Southern Confederacy.

A great display item, reasonably priced, the wood stock is excellent as is the bore, and however the lock plate and barrel are pitted from weather. Accompanied by associated bayonet.

A superb example of this rare and perhaps most famous Confederate 2 piece CS buckle most likely made by Boyle and Gamble of Richmond. Accompanied by family provenance bought directly from the descendants of a 1st Virginia Infantry officer. Excellent supple brown leather and a rare open fast draw style Colt Patterson pistol holster.

A very fine example of the famous Confederate cedar wood canteen with iron metal bands, CSA depot issued and in near perfect condition, missing spout as usual but the wood is excellent throughout.

A large 14 inch round tin saddle canteen, with label affixed indicating different tin shops that could have made it from Meridian, Mississippi to Montgomery. Quite large and intact.

An unusual Texas iron spur with Star incised on both sides of the rowel, a single spur.

Texas ‘Star’ oval cartridge box plate, dug near Marietta, GA from a Texas campsite, nice green patina yet lead is missing from the back. 250

CSA Atlanta Arsenal Confederate Buckle near Kennesaw Mountain, Ga. Nice patina with hooks on reverse. A famous and popular buckle.

Confederate large CS brass buckle. Excellent condition of this rare Georgia made Confederate buckle, hooks intact on reverse.

Texas “ Star” within a circle shoulder belt pin. Made of brass with points on verso to attach to leather belt or even a large hat.

Small Tin canteen, Confederate made, unissued with original corncob stopper intact. Discovered recently in a barn in Bovina, Mississippi ( near Vicksburg ). Several were found together including the next canteen with blue cloth Union Army issue but found together as a group.

Unissued Original blue wool cloth 90% intact, with cotton shoulder strap with US Arsenal markings. An amazing discovery found alongside of Confederate unissued canteens illustrating the Confederates used these canteens along side their own.

A heavy cavalry sabre unmarked as are all Dog River’s grip and blade in fine condition for these hard fighting swords.

A large blade and very fine example, illustrating local blacksmith production with a iron knuckle guard riveted together at the joints and a hand carved painted grip.

Confederate “ CS “ oval dug buckle. Excellent dark park patina, yet with a diagonal scratch across the center and part of leather belt still attached on verso.

South Carolina large brass shoulder belt plate with State Seal. Excellent patina and a rare plate.

A mint and unopened box of 5-second fuses, perfect for display.

4 Southern style soldiers or militia belt buckles of the simplest types including Wishbone buckle, Two- Tongue buckles, snake buckle etc. Worn by the enlisted man or militia volunteer.

Confederate Navy gilt coat buttons, all with Firmin Co London back marks. 5 buttons with the same patina and from the same CS Naval Uniform (or $350 @) all 5 as one lot. 1350

Confederate Artillery coat buttons, two examples with block and cursive ‘A’ letters, with Waterbury back marks, the pair.

Southern Militia officer’s plain brass plate buckle on original leather belt with leather sword frog attachment. Worn by militia officers during the early days of the war when the Confederate Army was being formed.

Boyle Gamble & McPhee dug foot officer’s sword, a dug relic with excellent BG & M markings under the guard. These swords are quite rare and relic example perhaps even more scarce than non dug ones.

An excellent example with the cut out CSA guard with assembly numbers, and a penknife style blade, no scabbard. A very attractive example.

Texas Militia brass rectangular buckle, with embossed Star and intricate designs, late war and early postwar buckle made of sheet brass and very attractive.

An unusual group of dug relics, the CS saddle pommel shield is quite rare, some of the spurs have leather, others have missing rowels yet a nice grouping for display.

A wonderful signed photograph by her in which she hand paints the roses in the vase, which was a common practice of Mrs. Lee for special friends and admirer’s. A descendant of George Washington she signs at the bottom of the photograph “ Mary Custis Lee ” on the reverse she presents her photograph and signs it a second time to a young girl “ For my Dear Little Julie Davison from her friend Mary Custis Lee “ with a back mark of the “Stonewall Gallery in Lexington Virginia where she and General Lee lived after the war when he was President of Washington University.

Confederate General JEB Stuart was a gallant cavalry officer dashing in everyway, he was a ladies man and enjoyed flirtaous letters to Southern Ladies. This letter is quite well written and illustrates his bravado yet his qualities as a southern gentleman as follows:

Accompanied by the original military courier carried envelope hand addressed by Confederate General JEB Stuart to “ Miss Laura Radcliffe – Fairfax” Southern Chivalry at it’s best.

A very rare signed book by this famous hard fighting Confederate Cavalry General, the most famous cavalry officer in the Confederate Army JEB Stuart proved himself a hundred times as R E Lee’s strike force, he was Killed in Action in 1864. His personal Battle Flag sold for a million dollars, a lock of his hair went for $50,000 +. This book was acquired directly from a member of his family many years ago, and signed books by him are almost non-existant. This 1846, book in Latin on the Greek Philosophy illustrates his intelligence, Jeffersonian in nature he could read both Greek and Latin. Completely original bindings with no defects and a real showpiece of this great Cavalry General.

A rare CDV image taken from life in Richmond, VA by the famous Confederate photographer Anderson. Obviously cool and relaxed as Mosby’s men always appeared they seem to be enjoying their free moment in the Confederate capitol where they were regarded as Hero’s. Lt Puryear, Sgt Thomas Booker and others of Mosby’s command and staff on leave in Richmond. A Very rare photograph.

The Grand Army of the Republic was formed in 1866, made up of Union Civil War veterans who continued to meet, share stories of the war, assist widows and orphans; and to honor their commanders such as Generals William Tecumseh Sherman, Daniel Sickles and Henry Slocum; all of whom autographed this program for the September 28-30, 1887 convention held in Saratoga, New York.

It is very unusual to find a double imaged tintype of the same soldier – one seated and one of him standing both in uniform. This well-armed Union private is dressed in uniform and has full equipment including his rifle. Each image is framed nicely in this original two-part case which makes a beautiful display piece.

This is a most unusual sealed ambrotype of a young sharp looking Union captain from the Civil War. While the image is crisp, the subject a distinguished looking young bearded captain in formal uniform dress, the gutta percha case depicts the USS Monitor on the front is quite unique. Famous for its battle with the Confederate counterpart ironclad, the CSS Virginia, the Monitor became a rallying call after their battle in 1862. This is an interesting an image and importantly cased ambrotype of a young Civil War captain.

An outstanding photograph of this famous Union General who commanded the Wisconsin Volunteers. His short-lived career including being appointed by Abraham Lincoln and latter to command of the I Corps, however ill health prevented his military career continuance. Scarce as he was only in service for a year.

An interesting and historical Union Quartermasters daily accounting of supplies ordered for his regiment, entries include: 50 Colt Rifles, 50 Cartridge Boxes, 20 Bayonet’s & Scabbards, 40 Gun Slings, 4500 Sharps cartridges, 21,000 Colt pistol cartridges, 5000 Musket caps etc.” A little research would easily reveal who this Quartermaster of the 6th New York was; he kept an accurate record of weapons and ammunition used. (2 items).

This Confederate staff officer’s kepi is constructed from gray wool broadcloth with a tabby weave and a black wool band and crown. The kepi is accented by a 3/32” wide flat double gold braid up the back seam, front and at an angle to the top with a triple-strand quatrefoil on top. The visor is of single thickness, black patent leather and is in very good condition. This wonderful example of a Confederate Staff officer’s kepi shows the classic proportions for the Civil War period. Extremely well made and well tailored, the silk dress lining is a unique indication of Confederate manufacture. A very rare Confederate kepi and identical to what General Walter H. Stevens would have worn while serving on Lee’s staff. (Accompanied by Les Jensen letter of authenticity and research.)

This Confederate Artillery Officer’s Lieutenant’s kepi made from a very soft, red wool broadcloth is accented by a 1/8” wide flat gold braid with a single strand quatrefoil on top. The band is of a reddish brown cloth and measures 1 1/8” wide at the back and 1” at the front. The kepi comes with original and rare black oilcloth rain cover. The lining of the kepi is integral with the body as both pieces were sewn together and share the same seam. The cotton flannel lining has a series of dark brown printed squares. There are two brass buttons, tin backed, each 1⁄2” in diameter, each button of a different pattern. A rare survival, especially the oilcloth rain cover for the kepi, a similar example is illustrated on page 170 in the Time-Life Series. (accompanied by Les Jensen letter of authenicity and research, from the William Turner Collection, author of Confederate Faces)

This is an extremely rare Leech & Rigdon staff officer’s sword, one of only three known to exist. Stamped inside the branches of the guard with ‘Memphis Novelty Works’, William Albaugh in his noted works on Confederate swords published it as an unknown maker in his first book. Shortly after the work’s publication, noted collector Kent Wall acquired an example marked ‘Leech & Rigdon – Columbus, Miss.’ on the blade which firmly proved once and for all that this famous Float- ing ‘CS’ style sword was made by this firm. Another veteran collector, William Beard, later discovered this sword clearly marked ‘Memphis Novelty Works’ on the inside branches of the guard which further establishes that these were early war production swords made in Memphis in 1861 before Leech & Rigdon moved their factory next to the Confederate arsenal at Columbus, Mississippi in May of 1862.

This is a superb example of the famous ‘Floating CS’ as well having the rarity of being one of only three marked examples. Memphis fell in the spring of 1862 and Thomas Leech moved his weapon factory south to Columbus, Mississippi. The sword has a 30-inch fullered blade and is in its original brass mounted iron scabbard. (accompanied by William Beard letter of authenticity and research)