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           This page last updated February 03, 2012

               EMAIL      Phone:  804-873-5462 

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PO Box 6425
Charlottesville, VA 22906

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US Cartridge Box Plate

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                  US Cartridge Box Plate

This US cartridge box plate is from the collection of a well known and highly respected digger, collector, and author of "Plates and Buckles of the American Military 1795 - 1874".  The brass face of the plate shows the long tall letters "US" on a very pleasing brown patina.  The brass has no cracks, breaks, or repairs.  It does, however, have an unusual and interesting bend above the "U".  While I don't know exactly what caused this substantial bend, one might conclude that it was struck by something long, long ago given the consistency of the patina in this area and the curvature of the bend.  This bend is definitely not a digger's digging tool mistake.  The lead is also still complete behind the bend as well as the rest of the rear of the plate.  Only one hook remains but it is solid and straight up.  This is clearly an early excavated plate that is in very good condition.  The labels on the rear indicate that it was recovered from the Hanover Junction / North Anna, VA. area.  This plate will make an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War plate or general relic collection.  Approx.  55 x 85 mm.   $150.00   Order Information  or  Questions?   SALE PENDING

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                  Confederate Lined Infantry Button - P. TAIT

Backmark:  * P. TAIT & Co.. / LIMERICK *
Construction:  Brass, convex, two-piece
Approximate size:  19 mm.
Condition
:  Excellent, excavated, floating shank present. This button has a very nice even brown patina with remaining soil in all the right places to make it very displayable.  It has no pushes, cracks, breaks, repairs. 
Recovered:  Richmond, VA area
Reference:  Tice CSI206Am1.  Albert  CS 173.
Price:  $230.00
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                  US 3.8 Inch Type I James Shell
 
 This US 3.8 inch type I James shell is in excellent condition and is from a decades old collection from Northern, VA.  The mildly pitted iron has not been treated or coated and is very stable.  The lead and tin sleeve sabot is no longer present but the rest of the shell, including its brass anvil cap, is intact.  This shell weighs approximately 9.2 pounds, is approximately 3.67 in diameter and is approximately 7 inches in length.  It was fired from a 14-pounder James Rifle with a 3.8 inch caliber.   This shell will make an excellent addition to any artillery or general relic collection.   This particular artillery shell has been deactivated and is ready for display.  $875.00
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                  Ten Top Grade Mixed Bullets
 
 Here are ten top grade mixed Civil War bullets all in excellent condition, with beautiful white patinas, from Virginia Civil War battlefields, campsites, and trails.  Included from left to right are: .69 caliber three ringer, .58 caliber CS Gardner, .58 cal. pistol carbine, .52 cal. Sharps carbine, .52 cal. Merrill carbine, .44 cal. Colt dragoon, .36 cal. old pattern Colt, .69 cal. round ball, .54 cal. round ball, and a buck shot for buck and ball.  The ten bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will receive.   $95.00
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PC3951
                  Heavy Brass US Officer's Stirrup

This heavy brass US officer's stirrup is in excellent condition and was excavated in Culpeper County, VA in the area of Brandy Station.  It has a very nice green patina and has not been cleaned as there is a light layer of soil still present.  Two examples of the same type of spur can be found pictured in the fourth printing of Stanley S. Phillip's book "Excavated Artifacts From Battlefields and Campsites of The Civil War" on page 78 as items #4 and 5.  The spur has no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs and will make an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War cavalry or general relic collection.   Approximately 5 x 5 1/2 inches.  $175.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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                  Militia Cuff Button

Backmark:  Blank
Construction:  Flat, two-piece.
Approximate size:  14 mm.
Condition:  Very good, excavated, secure shank present.  This button has a very pleasing brown patina with no cracks, breaks, bends or repairs.
Recovered:  Caroline County, VA. 
Reference:  Tice:  GM206As  Albert:  Not Listed
Price:  $55.00
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PC3845
                  Georgia Ten Dollar Note

This Georgia ten dollar note in good condition and was issued April 6th, 1864.  It appears to be numbered "8356 or 8" and is hand signed and pictured is Moneta seated by a chest gazing at Georgia coat of arms.  This note has some edge folding and staining.  This note will make an very nice addition to any Civil War currency or general relic collection.  It will come in a clear acid free envelope for preservation and display.   $35.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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                  Enfield Bullet from the Blockade Runner "Modern Greece" - Certificate Included

I am excited once again to have the opportunity to offer a few more Enfield bullets with wood plugs, all recovered from the English steamer "Modern Greece" by diver Bill Epperson of North Carolina.  In the early hours of June 27th, 1862 The "Modern Greece", a blockade runner, was attempting to deliver weapons and ammunition to the Confederate troops and ran aground off Fort Fisher, NC while being fired upon by the US Navy.  It eventually sank leaving its cargo resting in only a few feet of water.  This bullet, recovered from this shipwreck, is in excellent condition with an ashen grey patina and the letter "L" stamped in the base.  One of the more amazing aspects about this find is the fact that the wood plugs were also recovered in or about the bullets.  This is an excellent opportunity to own a piece of the cargo from this historic Confederate blockade runner.  This bullet will include a certificate of authenticity signed by Bill Epperson.  Clicking the thumbnail image to the left will show enlargements of the bullet and its certificate, pictured with one of the lead ingots, which was also recovered from the Modern Greece by Mr. Epperson in the mid 1960's.  These bullets were likely produced from lead ingots such as the one pictured prior to being shipped.  To read more about this blockade runner click on this link "Modern Greece".  The bullet in the picture is the exact bullet you will receive and it measures approximately .57 x 1.08 inches.  Also, to be clear, the bullet pictured with the certificate as well as the lead ingot in the additional pictures, is the exact bullet you will receive.  This is done primarily for documentation purposes.  I was able to acquire only a few of these Enfield bullets directly from Bill Epperson so, if you want additional bullets, each with certificates, in similar condition, please let me know.   $38.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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Civilian Spur

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                  Post Civil War Military Style Spur

This small to medium size non-excavated military style brass spur is in excellent condition and has a nicely aged bronze patina.  Its rowel is present but does not move.  According to Howard Crouch, author of "Historic American Spurs", these spurs first appear pictured in the "Ordnance Memoranda No. 29" of 1885.  A similar example can be found in Crouch's book on page 69, item MS3.  On the example offered there appears to be the number "11" stamped on the inside of one of the arms near the strap plate, which, according to Crouch, may be an issue number of some type.  This is an very nice example and will make an excellent addition to any 1800's spur collection.  Approximate width is 2 7/8 inches and length is 4 3/8 inches.  $55.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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Carved Jeff Davis Eagle Hat Insignia

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                  Carved Jeff Davis Eagle Hat Insignia

This carved Jeff Davis hat insignia is one of those relics that has the "wow factor".  Soldiers passed there idle time whittling away at wood, lead bullets, and various accoutrements with much of it turning into works of art.  In this case, with this Jeff Davis hat insignia, the area to either side of the eagle's neck and head, including everything above, between the wings has been cut away. Four tiny holes, two up and two down, were made so that two attachment wires, which are still present, could be strung though so that the device could be attached to a hat or jacket.  These Jeff Davis hat insignias were proudly worn by the enlisted men.  Click on the on the thumbnail picture to the left, and you will see at the at the bottom of the page that I have included an image of a similar, but slightly different, Jeff Davis hat insignia that is complete, for comparison purposes.  (Please note that there were several different dye stamps producing these insignias all with slight variations).  On the rear side of this insignia, at the base of the shield, are remnants of the solder that once secured the original wire loops. This example, recovered in the early 1990's off Lee's Ridge Road in Warrenton, VA., is in excellent condition, has no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs.  Constructed of brass it has a base brown patina which is still partially covered by a yellow woodsy type soil layer.  It is another great example of soldier artwork while in the field and this will enhance any Civil War insignia collection or general excavated relic collection.  Approximately 2 x 2 inches.  $195.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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                  Ten .44 Caliber Colt Dragoon Pistol Bullets
   
 
These ten dropped .44 caliber Colt dragoon bullets are in very good dropped condition and were recovered from the Brandy Station, VA area.  Most of these examples have either white or dirty white patinas.  The 10 bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will receive.  $45.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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                  Early 1800's Button - Similar to the Light Artillery Buttons used 1808-1821

Backmark:  Blank
Construction:  Appears to be pewter, one-piece.
Approximate size: 19 mm. 
Condition:  Fair, excavated, secure shank present.  This cast button has a ring with, what I am estimating as 16 stars, in a circle inside the ring.   The button has damage to one side, a stress crack just inside the stars, and is worn.
Recovered:  Fort Waccasassa, FL
Reference:  Tice:  Not Listed   Albert:  Similar to AY 43C (without "LA 1")
Price:  $35.00
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Confederate Infantry Coat Button

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                  Confederate Infantry Coat Button - E.M.L & C. Richmond VA.

Backmark:  "E.M.L & C. RICHMOND VA." rmdc
Construction:  Medium convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  23 mm.
Condition:  Very good, excavated, Secure shank present.  Very pleasing woodsy brown-green patina with no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.  A very nice excavated example.
Recovered:  Unknown. 
Reference:  Tice:  CSI240A1  Albert:  CS181 
Price:  $185.00
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Kentuckey Military Institute Button

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                  Kentucky Military Institute Button

Backmark:  "W. H. HORSTMANN & SONS / . PHI ." rmdc
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  20 mm.
Condition:  Excellent, excavated, secure shank present.  This button has a very pleasing chocolate brown patina and just enough gilt to highlight the two standing figures shaking hands and the letters "KMI".  These buttons were not heavily gilded to begin with.  This button has no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Recovered:  South of Fredericksburg, VA in the Moss Neck area over 2 decades ago.  It has been in the same collection for at least 20 years.
Reference:  Tice:  KYS275A4  Albert:  SU192
Price:  $575.00
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VMI Cartridge Box Plate

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                  V.M.I. Cartridge Box Plate  - 1/3 Portion Excavated

This Virginia Military Institute cartridge box plate is the union of approximately 1/3 original excavated plate and 2/3 reproduction plate.  The original portion is the letter "I", including both periods to either side and a portion of the right side of the "M".  There are two examples of VMI box plates pictured in Steve Mullinax's book "Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates", 1st edition, on page 216  (also in "Expanded Edition" of same book on page 240), one with periods in-between the letters and one without periods.  The plate with periods and an iron back, such as this 1/3 portion, is undoubtedly rarer than the lead filled VMI (no periods) cartridge box plate with only 3 other known examples.  Now there are 3 1/3 known examples!  The original portion was recovered in the early 1980's by a gentleman while working in his garden located in Brownsburg, VA.  Brownsburg is situated just north of Lexington , VA, where VMI is located.  Brownsburg was on the back road to Staunton, VA and was used extensively by the VMI cadets for long marches during training during the 1840s and 50s, the period this plate was used.  It is this same route used by a portion of Gen. Hunter's army as it marched toward Lexington intent on destroying the VMI shortly after the CS victory at New Market.  In May of 1864, Lt. Col. Scott Shipp, (age 24) VMI Commandant of Cadets, marched his 257 cadets (ages15-26) 81 miles in four days, from Lexington to New Market, VA to meet up with General Breckinridge's Confederate force.  On May 15 the Battle of New Market took place leaving 48 cadets wounded and 10 dead.  This was, however, a Confederate victory.  With the exception of Civil War era VMI buttons, other VMI Civil War artifacts from the war, are nearly impossible to recover or even find available for collecting.  Finding even a portion of a VMI plate is considered "a find of a lifetime", finding a complete example is hitting a grand slam in the world series.  This rare piece of VMI Keydet Civil War history will be an excellent addition to any Civil War plate or VMI collection.   Approx.  42 x 71 mm.   $635.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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                  US Cavalry Cuff Button

Backmark:  ". SCOVILLS & Co. . / EXTRA" dm
Construction:  High convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  14 mm.
Condition:  Excellent, excavated, secure shank present.  This very pretty US cavalry cuff button has just enough gilt remaining to nicely highlight the eagle, arrows, olive branch and letter "C" in its shield.  It has no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Recovered:  Caroline County, VA.
Reference:  Tice:  CV215A35  Albert:  CV1
Price:  $35.00
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US Artillery Belt Plate Wreath

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                  US Artillery Belt Plate Wreath

This US artillery belt plate wreath is in very good condition and is looking for a matching tongue with the letters "US".  Though the wreath has a slight inward bend and shows some scars of period use, it is still a very solid and handsome looking relic with its brown patina.  Note the three dots on the rear of the belt loop in the enlarged images by clicking on the picture to the left.  These dots represented its assembly numbers.  The approximate measurements are as follows:  Belt loop height is 54 mm. (2.14 inches).  Its exterior wreath height is 49 mm. (1.94 inches).  The width of the inside border of wreath is 33-35 mm. (1.32 - 1.37 inches).  Any tongue disc measuring approximately 33-34 mm. in diameter should fit nicely.  End to end measures 63 mm. (2.49 inches).  This wreath was recovered over thirty years ago at Chickamauga, TN. and has no cracks, breaks, or repairs.  $365.00  Order Information  or  Questions?

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Virginia Coat Button

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                  Virginia State Seal Coat Button - From A Virginia Button Collection 

Backmark:  ". HORSTMANN & ALLIEN / . N Y ."
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  21 mm.
Condition:  Excellent. Non-excavated.
Reference:  Tice: VA 229 B1   Albert: VA 15B
Price:  $250.00
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                  North Carolina State Seal Coat Button

Backmark:  Illegible.  Possibly "W. WILDT & SON / RICHMOND VA."
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  22 mm.
Condition:  Very good, excavated, missing shank.  This button has moderate detail of the state seal and a very pleasing brown-bronze patina.  It has no pushes, cracks, or repairs.
Recovered:  Caroline County, VA.
Reference:  Tice:  NC210  Albert:  NC 8
Price:  $115.00
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Confederate Artillery Coat Button

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                  Confederate Artillery Coat Button

Backmark:  Blank
Construction:  Low convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  22 mm.
Condition:  Good, excavated, shank missing from tinned iron back.  The front of this CS artillery button has an even brown patina with no pushes, cracks or repairs.  The rear has a hole where the shank once was attached and will make an excellent display piece. 
Recovered:  Orange, VA.
Reference:  Tice:  CSA243A1  Albert:  CS 117
Price:  $95.00
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US Infantry Button

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                  US Infantry Button

Backmark:  ". SCOVILL MF'G CO, . / WATERBURY" dm between two rings of dots.
Construction:  High convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  20 mm.
Condition:  Very good, excavated, secure shank present.  Plenty of gilt highlighting the eagle and "I" in shield and a tiny bit of thread still around shank.  There are no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Recovered:  Early 1990's off Lee's Ridge Road in Warrenton, VA.
Reference:  Tice:  GI215A84  Albert:  GI 85, 88
Price:  $35.00
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                  Confederate Infantry Button - Lined

Backmark:  ". SUPERIOR QUALITY" dm
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  23 mm.
Condition:  Excellent, excavated, secure shank present.  Nice medium brown patina with no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Recovered:  Unknown.
Reference:  Tice:  CSI203A3  Albert:  CS 172
Price:  $250.00
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                  Confederate Infantry Button - Stippled

Backmark:  "* H T & B * / MANCHESTER" dm
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  25 mm.
Condition:  Excellent, excavated, secure shank present.  Nice dusty green patina with no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Recovered:  Cold Harbor, VA
Reference:  Tice:  CSI200A1  Albert:  CS 171
Price:  $295.00
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                  US Base .58 Caliber Bullet

This excavated .58 caliber bullet with "US" stamped in the base is from the collection of Dennis Irvin. This particular bullet is in good condition with a visible "US" stamping in the cavity and mold seam .   Mr. Irving hunted campsites in several areas in central Virginia with several important finds coming from the area of Brandy Station, VA.  These particular finds, on October 29, 1977, are documented in a chapter from Howard Crouch's book "Relic Hunter" and the story of these finds can be read by clicking here.   M&M 342 and T&T 152.   $60.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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US Cartridge Box Plate

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                  US Cartridge Box Plate

This US cartridge box plate is in very good condition and is complete.  Written on the back of this plate, presumably by the digger, is:  "FOUND MARCH OF 1973 IN THE WILDERNESS" and "No. 1" most likely indicating either his first box plate recovery or his first from the Wilderness.   The brass face of this plate, with its very pleasing even chocolate brown patina, has the big bold letters "US".  The rear has a nearly complete compliment of solder with some flaking at the edges.  Both iron attachment loops are present, complete and straight up.   This plate has no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs.   $225.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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Confederate Lined Artillery Button

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                  Confederate Artillery Button - Lined

Backmark:  Blank
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  23 mm.
Condition:  Excellent, excavated, secure shank present.  This button has a brown patina with no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.  This button displays much nicer in hand under regular room lighting than is depicted the high resolution pictures. 
Recovered:  From a hospital site in Fredericksburg, VA.
Reference:  Tice:  CSA203A5  Albert:  CS 102
Price:  $275.00
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Virginia Coat Button

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                  Virginia State Seal Coat Button - From A Virginia Button Collection 
 
Backmark "W.H. HORSTMANN & SONS/  * PHILA * "
Construction:  Low convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  22.5 mm.
Condition:  Excellent. Non-excavated.
Reference:  Tice: VA 206 A6   Albert: VA 4A
Price:  $395.00
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North Carolina "Sunburst" Button

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                  North Carolina "Sunburst" Button

Backmark:  Blank
Construction:  Low convex, one-piece.
Approximate size:  23 mm.
Condition:  Very good, excavated, shank missing.  Very pleasing even brown patina with no cracks, breaks, bends, or repairs.
Recovered:  Unknown
Reference:  Tice:  NC242A1  Albert:  NC 16
Price:  $115.00
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US Belt Plate

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                US Belt Plate

This excavated US belt plate is in excellent condition and was recovered from Wilderness, Va. several decades ago by local relic hunter Henry Foster.  The brass face, with its very pleasing brown patina, shows some minor wear but is otherwise perfect without any cracks or breaks.  The rear has the "puppy paw" belt attachment hooks solidly in place and a nearly full compliment of solder showing some minor surface flaking in areas around the rim.  This belt plate will be an excellent addition to any Civil War plate or general excavated relic collection.   Approx.  56 x 89 mm.   $295.00  Order Information  or  Questions?

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Eagle Plate

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                  Eagle Plate - Carved

This eagle plate, recovered on the outskirts of Richmond, VA., appears to have been carved upon.  The brass face of the plate has a dusty brown patina with a couple of rust through spots from the rear iron attachment loops and bars.  The rear is missing the attachments loops and the remaining solder is solid.  It appears that a portion of the rim and triangular section between the eagle's talons were intentionally carved off.  This plate will be an interesting piece to add to any Civil War campsite or general relic collection.  This plate has not been repaired.  Approx. 64 mm.  $65.00   Order Information  or  Questions?  

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Virginia State Seal Button

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                  Virginia State Seal Button

Backmark:  "* SCOVILL MFG.CO. * /WATERBURY" rmdc
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  22.5 mm.
Condition:  Excellent, excavated, secure shank present.  This button has just enough gilt to nicely outline Virtus standing over Tyranny.  It has no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Recovered:  Richmond, Virginia area.
Reference:  Tice:  VA222A7  Albert:  VA 13
Price:  $250.00
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Watering Bit

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                  Cavalry Watering Bit

This excavated iron watering bit is in excellent condition and was recovered in the early 1990's off Lee's Ridge Road in Warrenton, VA.  All parts, though rusty, move freely and are complete.  According to Howard Crouch's book "Civil War Artifacts" on page 129, watering bits were used when the horse was at rest and were a specified part of the trooper's gear.  This example will be an excellent addition to any cavalry or general excavated relic collection.  Measures approximately  11 1/8 inches in length and its ring diameter is approximately 2 3/4 inches.  $45.00  Order Information  or  Questions?

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Georgia Twenty Dollar Note

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                  Georgia Twenty Dollar Note

This Georgia twenty dollar note in good condition and was issued April 6th, 1864.  It is hand signed and pictured is Moneta seated by a chest gazing at Georgia coat of arms.   This note will make an very nice addition to any Civil War currency or general relic collection.  It will come in a clear acid free envelope for preservation and display.   $45.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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                   US Belt Plate

This US belt plate was excavated in an area near the battle of Chancellorsville in Spotsylvania County, VA., by a local relic hunter.  The face has a brown patina with some rim damage at the "S" end.  The hooks are solidly attached in the lead fill which is solid and complete with the exception of the one damaged end.  The plate has not been repaired and it still exhibits a nice body curve.  This US buckle will make an excellent addition to any excavated relic collection.   Approx. 55 x 85 mm.  $215.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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Eagle Plate

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                  Eagle Plate

This eagle plate is in fair condition and definitely shows the scars of war and being buried in the ground for nearly 130 years.  The plates brass face, with its brown patina, shows a faded eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch in its talons.  There is clearly rim damage and some of the original brass showing through on the face if held under lighting.  The rear iron loops are missing and the solder fill is thin in in areas of the rim.  This plate was recovered off Lees Ridge Road just south of Warrenton, VA in the early 1990's.  This plate will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War relic collection.  Approx.  63 mm.   $60.00    Order Information  or  Questions?

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PC3987
                  Huge Shell Fragment - 15 Inch Shell

This huge shell fragment, weighing 17.6 pounds, is a section of a 15 inch shell likely fired from a Dahlgren smoothbore gun.  It was recovered in the area of Malvern Hill, VA and is still in "as dug" condition.  The 15 inch shell weighing in at 331 pounds, was one of the largest round balls to be lofted from Navy gunboats such as the Monitor.  The one inch high .69 caliber three ring "fat boy" bullet is pictured alongside to give some idea of the enormity of this piece of history.  This fine artillery relic will be an excellent display piece in any excavated Civil War artillery or general relic collection.  Measures approximately 6 x 8 inches at its widest points.   $75.00   Order Information  or  Questions?

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Louisiana State Seal Coat Button

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                  Louisiana State Seal Coat Button

Backmark:  "HORSTMANN'S / NY. & PHI." dm
Construction:  Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size:  22 mm.
Condition:  Good, excavated, secure shank present.  Handsome gilt covered complete button with moderate push to front.  No cracks, breaks or repairs.
Recovered:  Fauquier County, VA  -  DFD (direct from digger)
Reference:  Tice:  LA223A2  Albert:  LA 7
Price:  $315.00
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Civil War Artifacts by Howard Crouch

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                 "Civil War Artifacts - A Guide For The Historian"
                              by Howard R. Crouch - 6th Edition

                             Brand New and Signed by the Author


This book is a comprehensive collection of photographs and captions of excavated Civil War relics and is absolutely essential for any collector or enthusiast.  Originally published in 1995 with 238 pages covering nearly everything a Civil War relic hunter/collector could expect to find from buttons, bullets, bottles, swords, buckles, plates, guns, badges, uniform items, canteens, horse equipment, stencils, camp items etc..... it still remains today an extremely useful tool in identifying those relics recovered from the backyards, trails, farm fields, woodlands, and most anywhere the Civil War took place.  Click on the thumbnail image to the left to see a small sampling of some of the pages.   While this magnificent book doesn't cover every relic associated with the Civil War, it does provide a broad look at what a relic hunter/collector might bring home after a day of hunting.   The best part of this book for me is the fact that with its shear volume of items, I can never manage to see everything in it.  Each time I pick it up, to either ID an item that I am researching or just to thumb through, my attention will inevitably be drawn to yet another relic that I failed to see during a previous reading.  I will then spend another half hour pondering that piece forgetting about what I was originally looking for!  What I am offering is a hard bound copy which is brand new and is personally signed by Howard Crouch.   It measures approximately 8 3/4 x 11 1/4 inches and has 238 pages with photographs and captions on nearly every page.  $49.50  Ordering Information  or  Questions?

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North South Trader Magazine

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                                     North South Trader Magazines

Available North South Traders, Volumes XXII - XXXII  have just been listed as "available".  A listing of the Table of Contents for each of these issues is forthcoming.

Available for sale are copies of  North South Trader magazines.  What I have currently listed are Volumes I - XXXII ranging in very good to near mint condition.  I will entertain offers for entire volumes or will sell them individually according to price list.   Not only is this publication an excellent reference source for Civil War history and relics but nearly all of the front covers are a work of art.  This offering is an excellent opportunity to obtain that hard to find copy, or copies, that are missing from your collection, or to simply begin a new collection.

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North South Trader Magazine

“Founders Collection”

 A Complete Near Mint Unsold Set of the first 11 Volumes (67 issues) 1973 - 1984

Virginia Relics has acquired a limited number of complete unsold sets of the first eleven volumes of the North South Trader magazine directly from the magazine's founder and original publisher, William Mussenden.  These volumes were all produced during his time as owner and publisher from May 1973 until October 31, 1984.  The 1st eleven volumes includes 67 issues, (includes the 1979 Price Guide), which have all been properly stored in William Mussenden's personal collection since they were printed.  All are original issues and are in unread, excellent condition.  THESE ISSUES WERE NEVER SOLD or made available, until now.  Once these few "Founder's Collection" sets are sold there will be no more available.  This never before sold Founder's Collection including all of the early and rare issues, plus the first and second price guides, is now available for only $495.00.  PRICE INCLUDES SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S.  

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