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New Jersey Marked M1860 Ames Cavalry saber dated '1864'. The blade has a nice bright finish with no pitting whatsoever. The Ames stamping is light, as seen on most of them. On the other side of the ricasso is 'N.J. / US / D.R. / 1864' which is easily seen. The leather washer is present. The brass has a nice mellow patina throughout with the typical signs of use. The leather wrap is in good shape and all of the wire is present and tight. The scabbard shows nice age with the original throat and rings present. The 'N.J.' is also stamped onto the drag. The cool thing about this sword is that the inspector's marks 'D.R.' (Daniel Reynolds) can be seen on the ricasso, pommel cap, and the drag of the scabbard, indicating that the scabbard is original to the sword. The Ames swords represent one of, if not the largest edge weapons contracts the government made during the war years. In 1864, Ames delivered approximately 30,000 M1860 light cavalry sabers at a cost of $6.00.

Here is a 6 piece grouping of Corporal John Pennell of the 41st Ohio Infantry. John Pennell was a 20year old farmer from enlisted into the 41st Ohio on October 10th, 1861 and was mustered into company 'F' on the 29th of that month for three years enlistment. Along with the 41st he would participate in the battles of Shiloh, Corinth, Perryville, and Nashville. While encamped near Nashville on December 31st of 1863 he would re-enlist as a Veteran in the 41st. During the years of 64-65 John would find himself witnessing the battles of Chickamauga, Brown's Ferry, Chattanooga, all of the battles of the Atlanta Campaign, Franklin and Nashville. John Pennell would be promoted to Corporal on Jan 20, 1864 and later in that year to Sergeant. He would survive the war for the most part unscathed and be discharged at Camp Chase, Ohio in November of 1865.

In this grouping we have to discharge documents. The first detailing his original enlistment and discharge into veterans service. The second details the rest of his service and his discharge at Camp Chase, Ohio. Both documents are in relatively great shape with the ink being vibrant and legible. One of the discharges has a tear in the upper right hand corner, but otherwise show the typical age. The third document is a furlough release form dated February 3rd through March 4th, 1864. The document is torn across the top section, however all of the printed and written ink is very legible. These furloughs were often granted as part of the re-enlistment into service for veteran status. The last three pieces are related to his post war GAR participation. Two silk ribbons with the 41st Ohio Regt designation dated 1891 & 1912. The last piece is a celluloid in the shape of the 4th Corps Badge and on it reads, "1892 / September / Fourth Corps Reunion / Washington D.C. with a light blue ribbon. This is a great little grouping with a ton of Western Theater history and relevance associated with it. All of John Pennell's records are easily found on either the NPS Soldiers and Sailors Systems or Civil War Data.com. The documents will come in a PVC/Acid free sleeves.

6th Plate tintype of an artilleryman holding a M1840 artillery sword with sword knot across his lap. It is unidentified and does not come in a case. He does have on a regulation artillery shell jacket and peaking above his trousers is a M1851 sword belt rig. The image has not been gilded and is actually pretty clear. If you collect images for content, this is one you don't see that often.

.44cal Remington New Model Army SN#49115. The iron has a dark attic brown patina throughout with some pitting noted on the frame around the cylinder. All of the sub inspector's marks are present. The address on top of the barrel is present as can be seen in the images. There is also the government mark on the left grip which does stand out fairly well. Both grips are original and the serial number, which can easily bee seen, matches on both the frame and the barrel. There are notches out of the base of the grips, which can be seen in the images, which, by the manner in which they were done appear to allow for a lanyard of some type. Otherwise the gun shows the typical dings attributed to age and use. You can hear the action from across the room and it is as crisp as the day it was manufactured. The cylinder, which has all of the original nipples, indexes appropriately and the hammer responds to the trigger. Overall this gun has alot of eye appeal. The serial number range on the New Army's started about 15,000 in 1863 and continued through 1875 with a total production somewhere around 122,000.

A quarter plate ambrotype of an early militia officer in full dress uniform. He is wearing a buff baldric with an militia eagle pommel sword at his side. He also has on a two piece belt rig on as well. The image has not been gilded and under the right light and a loop, you can just make out the design on the breast plate, buckle and sword. The image is clear overall. There is no identification and the image comes in a half leatherette case. This is a really cool image and has a very unique content.

.50cal rimfire Triplett & Scott repeating carbine by Meridian Manufacturing Company with a low serial number of '1540'. This is one of the most recognizable and unique carbines to be introduced during the American Civil War. The stock is in overall good condition with only one tiny knick on the fore stock to be mentioned for exactness. It has a nice attic hughe throughout and has the typical crack over the embedded tube magazine which appears to have a period repair with three small tack nails. The iron has a matching attic brown patina throughout with minimal pitting noted. The thing you rarely see on this gun is both sling rings, which this one has. The action works perfectly as the barrel rotates to eject the spent jacket and continues around to pick up the next round in the magazine. The hammer responds to all positions and responds to the trigger. All of the markings are well read including the 'Kentucky' on the left side of the breech. You can also see the inspector's proofs on the buttstock "Y / W.B." I have had the opportunity to have a few of these pass through my hands and I can honestly say this is one of the nicest ones I have every seen in regards to condition and completeness. The firm manufactured approximately 5,000 of these carbines with the intent of sending them to troops of the Kentucky Home Guard to protect Sherman's supply lines during the Atlanta Campaign. They were received too late to take part in any service in the Civil War. You don't see these come to market as much as you used too and although its history isn't as colorful as we would like, it will comprehensively complete any Civil War carbine collection.

1863 .44cal Starr Single Action Army Revolver in overall good condition. The iron shows mild to moderate pitting throughout and has an overall consistent dark hughe. The action is as crisp and consistent as the day it was manufactured and the hammer does respond to the trigger. There is very faint remnants of the military cartouche on the one piece walnut grip which also has 'WAM' carved on the upper left hand side of the grip. You can see the Starr patent information on both sides of the frame as well as the 'c' marks on all parts of the gun. The serial numbers are very easily read on the cylinder and frame and are all matching. The number on the cylinder has been highlighted with talcum. The cylinder has one nipple missing, but otherwise all of the rest are original and in good condition. These pistols were manufactured by Starr Arms Co, New York City between 1863-1865 with approximately 32,000 being made. The government contracted approximately 25,000 of these revolvers and they started in where the double action army left off at a 23,000. The serial number on this gun is 29,826 which gives a fairly early production date. This handgun was only second to Remington and Colt in regard to Government purchase and popularity among Union cavalrymen.

Allen's Patent .36cal bar hammer single shot derringer with 6" half octagon/round barrel. It has the original two piece walnut grips. The action works great, with the nipple being worn down considerably. The markings on the barrel are: " Patented" / "1837" / "Cast Steel" / "75". On the hammer reads "Allens Patent". The iron has an overall dark hughe throughout.

Great looking Yankee eagle breast plate with a nice chocolate patina throughout. The plate has a straight profile with 97% of the lead fill still in place. One and a half of the iron loops are present and are straight. There is a small blemish of the iron loop starting to poke through the eagles left leg. It does not detract from the overall look of the plate but is mentioned for exactness.

Non-dug M1851 belt plate (O'Donnell/Campbell Plate 663/664) late war variation (ca1864-1865). Displays very nicely with a mellow patina throughout with silver applied wreath still in place. The benchmark number '975' in the upper left hand corner. The tongue is present, however the keeper is lost to time. Overall great looking plate.

MM263 lovell base French base .69cal projectile. This is a variant of the triangle base French and these are found almost exclusively from the Port Hudson area of operations. It remains in overall good condition with no shovel dings noted.

1864 New Testament that measures 5.75" by 7.5". The cover and the binding is original and intact. The pages are all intact with only a few tears noted. All of the ink is clear and readable. The cover page reads: "The New Testament / of our / Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ, / Translated out of / The original Greek........ New York: / American Bible Society, / 1864".

Nice looking unmarked pistol cartridge box which is complete with loops, finial, and latch. The leather remains very pliable with some crazing throughout. It would add to any officer or cavalry display.

4th Model M1851 Colt Navy .36cal revolver in overall good condition. The iron frame and barrel have a nice smooth attic look with no pitting noted anywhere. The brass trigger guard and backstrap have a nice mellow patina as well. The gun has all matching serial numbers, including the wedge, which is '101690' and gives the gun a 1861 production date. All of the markings can easily be seen, as in the images, including the '-Address Col. Sam Colt New-York U.S. America-'. The 'Colts/Patent' is on the left side of the frame. It does not have the 'US' or government mark and indicates private purchase. The cylinder retains faint cylinder scene throughout as well as the serial number, all of the nipples are original and present. The action is positional, meaning that its the typical 'when it points down' it works, however the action is crisp and the hammer responds to the trigger. The walnut grips appear original and as you can see have been personalized a bit with brass tacks which gives the grips 'grip' and a lanyard swivel at the bottom of the grip. I do believe this to be period to the gun. On the bottom, near the swivel is a 'W' scratched into the brass and along the right wood grip, very lightly, is etched "Capt. ???????", if held under natural light, with a glass it appears like 'Semple' or 'Semphe'. I tried to capture it with the camera and you can just barely make it out, which again, I believe to be period to the gun. There are a few Semples that popped up, however one sticks out, "William Semple, Captain of the 5th Pennsylvania infantry, company A." There were no 'Semphe's' that were found. I'll let the new owner do the full research as I'm sure there is plenty left on this one. All of this aside, its an honest gun and a great example of one of the most popularized and sought after gun of the 19th Century.

M1840 Cavalry saber by Charles Hammond, one of the most obscure and most little known about sword manufacturers during the civil war. The brass guard has a nice mellow patina throughout. The leather wrap is missing, however all of the original wire is present. The blade is in terrific shape with no pitting at all and has a bright finish. The ricasso has the proper 'C. Hammond' mark. The sword fits tightly with no wiggle into its scabbard which has a nice attic patina throughout. There is no oxidation noted at all on the scabbard which is complete with all its hardware. There are four marks noted on the hilt, pommel cap and drag of the scabbard. These swords are mentioned in Albaugh's Confederate Sword book, however it is generally agreed upon that these swords have no association with Confederate use in regards to contractual or government purchase. Its interesting to note that Hammond never received a federal contract for cavalry sabers either and in a nutshell we really don't know how many of them are out there. There are many hypothesis as to where these swords went, one being that they were sent to fulfill a state contract or even possibly a sub-contract for a larger firm. This one is a really nice sword that you could have re-wrapped for little of nothing and have the original wire to do it with. I will leave that up to you. Either way a hard sword to find in its own right.

6th Plate tintype of a well dressed civilian wearing a patriotic cockade on his right shoulder. The image is in overall good condition and there are no emulsions present. The case is a unique double sided leatherette case with the original clasps present. The cockade is somewhat tinted, however, you can clearly see that there is a bust image of a person in the center. I tried to blow it up with the scanner the best I could, however with a jeweler's glass, you can make out the shape of the subject. You can't clearly see it in detail, but I have a strong inclination as to who it is.

M1858 Smoothside canteen w/ chain & stopper. There are no markings on the spout and the overall condition is very good. The brown cover does have tears on both sides, which can be seen in the pics. There is an 'M' above one of the tears. Because the stitching is on the outside on both sides of the spout, I do not believe this cover is original from the arsenal. However, the weave of the cloth and its condition does indicate that it is within the war era. Although almost all of the canteens that are on the market today without covers (as most did not survive), the wool cover on a canteen did have a purpose. It is written that to keep your water 'ice cold', you are to dip your canteen in water to wet the woolen cover. When the water starts to evaporate from the cover, it will take the heat with it, thus keeping the water cool. So although the stitching on this one is probably not arsenal work, I do believe it to be of period.

Honest martially marked .44cal Remington New Model Army SN# 16626. The frame and barrel (with front sight) have are bright with light to moderate pitting throughout. The serial number matches on both the frame and the barrel and can be easily read. The bottom line of the two line address mark can be easily seen on top of the barrel, "E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, New York, U.S.A.". The various inspector's marks can be seen throughout the gun and the faint government inspector's mark can be seen on the left grip. The right grip has been repaired and in all honesty, I believe by the grain and stain of the wood is the original piece. The action is super tight on this one and leaves for no apologies on the table. The hammer indexes the cylinder appropriately and the hammer responds to the trigger. The cylinder also shows the proper inspector's mark and has all of the original nipples in place. The serial number range on the New Army's started about 15,000 in 1863 and continued through 1875 with a total production somewhere around 122,000. That being the case, it puts this gun well within the 1863 production date and along with the government cartouche leaves no doubt that it barked off a few shots in anger.

Confederate Pike with a blade length of 13inches and an overall length of 18.5inches. The blade shows very minor pitting and has a nice dark patina throughout. The brass throat is in good shape with a mellow aged look. Looking up into the throat, you can still see remnants of the wood staff broke which was broke off at some point. On the ricasso of the blade is a small star and I have highlighted it in one of the images. This style of pike is believed to be of Richmond manufacture and represents the nostalgia of the Napoleonic campaigns that would bleed over into the American Civil War. Many variations of Pikes and Bridle Cutters have been found here and around the Donelson Campaigns.

Here is a super pair of pommel holsters for M1842 single shot pistols. The leather is supple throughout and shows the typical crazing and wear expected on a piece of leather of this age. The flaps are present on both holsters with only one missing the latch piece for the finial. Outside each holster are tin cartridge holders which are covered in leather and have a flap as well. The leather section joining the two together is complete and stable. Both holsters have the securing piece which was used to tie the holsters down to the saddle to keep them from flapping around. Both brass caps are present but only one appears to be secured by the original tacks, the other one is tightly fit on the leather. There are no markings other than on the piece in the center with 'MASS' stamped into the leather. This is a killer set that will enhance any saddle or cavalry display.

A medium sized 19th century coffee pot made of tin. It measures approximately 4.25" across the base and stands about 7" tall including the handle which is separated on one side of the lid. Otherwise the soldering is stable and it would hold water today. It does have the standard wire carrying handle. These are the types of items that only enhance your infantry or camp display.

3.8" Hotchkiss base dug here from the battle ground at Fort Donelson. It has not been thoroughly cleaned as can be seen in the images. However you can see some of the letters of the Hotchkiss patent information which is a trait of these shells. The best part about this piece is that we can with 99% accuracy pin down exactly who fired this piece. Dressor's Illinois Battery had 14pdr James Rifles her at Donelson during the entire campaign and engaged the enemy at least once every day between the 12th and the 15th. There is no doubt in my mind that this is the result of their action on the fields here in Dover. Won't be the centerpiece in any collection, but does have definitive history.

Post war cut down of an M1816 .69 musket contracted by P.& E.W. Blake, New Haven, Connecticut (Whitney Arms Co.). The barrel has been cut down to about 36" from the original 42". The iron remains smooth with no pitting noted other than around the nipple which indicates significant usage. It has the Belgian style conversion and I believe the nipple is a replacement. The stampings on the lockplate are deep with the 'U.S.' and a date of '1827' underneath an arching 'New Haven' on the back of the lockplate. Underneath the trigger guard has the initials 'JBK' and on the tang of the butt plate is a 'US'. The wood is in overall good condition with the normal dings and bumps noted due to age. The action is tight. The hammer responds to all positions and the trigger. The bore still shows some of the rifling which was done during the conversion.

A post war image of a state guard or militia officer standing with his M1860 field and staff officer's sword. This 6th Plate tintype is housed in a beautiful complete union case with a eye catching geometric design. This black case has no chips or damage anywhere. He is wearing his dress uniform with epaulettes, which along with his buttons, have been masterfully gilded. It is a post war image which is evident not only by the backdrop and his uniform, but more telling, his belt rig. He is wearing an M1874 Pattern Palmer Brace System (1874-1876). You can just see it with the naked eye, however, with a loop you can clearly see the ears of the brace system on both sides of the buckle. You can see this on pg549, plate 926 in American Military Belt Plates by O'Donnell and Campbell. This belt rig was a modification of the M1872 experimental Hagner configuration where the loops were cast into the buckle. The Palmer system was designed by Lieut. George Palmer of the 16th Infantry regiment (which this person could very well be a member of) to be utilized with the soldier's pack and gear. It was seldom used and was obsolete by 1878. This is a really clear image and though it is post war, my fancy for images would not allow me to pass this one up. If content, buckle collecting, or you just like images in general, this one fits the bill.

A rare dug early militia, some say Confederate, pewter droop wing eagle device for either a bridle rosette or stirrup decoration. It appears that the rim has long since been eaten away by ground mineralization and the lead back is also showing considerable ground action. However, it remains a very rare piece. I have also shown an image out of Stanley Phillips book which shows a complete version of this piece. What makes this one even better is that it was dug from the Battle of Fort Donelson area and I can more than confirm that by knowing exactly who dug it. I will put a letter of authenticity with this piece along with the location of its recovery. As most diggers know who have hunted in and around Dover, some of the earliest militia and Confederate items have been located here and this is a prime example of what was to be found oh so long ago.

Here is a wicked stand of cannister for a 12pdr howitzer. The stand has been reconstructed with original bottom plate and a replacement top plate. Many of the iron cannister show a distinct mold seam and all have been professionally cleaned and coated. There is no active oxidation noted anywhere on the piece. The verbal history with this piece is that it was reconstructed with components all recovered from the Shiloh Battlefield area. This is one of the most well known and recognizable of all artillery rounds for both non- and avid- collector alike and will surely enhance any stage collection.

Stevens six inch 22cal pocket rifle (1869-1886) in overall good condition. It has a 6" tip up barrel with rear and front long range sights present. The iron shows no pitting. The brass has a nice mellow patina throughout. It has original walnut grips which have a period drill hole through, possibly for a lanyard. The action works perfectly and the hammer responds to the trigger. The barrel markings can easily be seen, however do to the size are not easily read; "J. Stevens & Co. / Chicopee Falls, Mass. Pat. Sept. 6, 1864" and has the serial number "*12641". This was Stevens earliest model of target pistol.

Yankee breastplate in dug condition and displays a nice chocolate patina throughout. The lead is 98% present on the back with only very little of the brass rim showing. There is one of the iron loops on the back. The overall profile is straight with only a slight lift on 1/4 of the plate. There are no cracks or repairs noted and the recovery site is unknown.

M1836 .54cal flintlock single shot pistol converted to percussion by Asa Waters. The wood stock has an overall dark hughe and shows the normal dings and bumps from use. There is a small superficial fracture of the wood right behind the lockplate. Opposite the lockplate, stamped into the wood are the various government cartouches, including the original approval when it was issued during the Mexican War and the one after its conversion for the Civil War. The iron has a dark patina throughout with no pitting noted and some noted around the nipple which can only indicate significant use. The hammer pulls back to both positions and responds to the trigger. The gun is all original with exception to the swivel rammer, which I believe to be a replacement. It is a really good match to the gun and presents well with the overall look of the piece. On the lockplate is: "A. Waters / Milbury, MS. / 1839", with an eagle's head in front of the hammer. According to Flayderman, this weapon was manufactured between 1836-1844 with approximately 41,000 made. This was the primary weapon of the Mexican War and after their conversion saw extensive use in the Civil War. This is a very handsome gun which saw alot of history being made.

Rare version of the Model 1840 Artillery Sword by Sheble & Fisher. The condition of the sword is in overall great condition. The blade is bright and has light surface oxidation which is as commonly seen on most swords. The brass guard and knucklebow has a nice mellow patina throughout and shows the normal dings and marks noted on a piece that has seen action. The leather wrap is over 90% present and is original. The double wound copper wire is also present which uncharacteristic of an American made sword. The grip does have a split partially down one side and can be seen in the images. On the ricasso, you can see the "Sheble & Fisher / PHILD", there is no date mentioned to be on these swords. There were two types of these swords and based on some of the characteristics, I believe this one to be the second of two variations base on the fact that it came in a M1860 cavalry scabbard, which the 2nd variation fits perfectly. The scabbard itself has a dark attic patina throughout with both hanger rings present. Because of the rarity of these sabers it is unknown how many were actually made or how many were contracted. I do believe it is quite possible that the type 2 variations were shipped in cavalry sabers and though I do not have extensive research to back this claim up, it would make sense. Especially since the firm also manufactured M1860 swords and by the fact that this sword was obtained directly from the family here in west-central Tennessee in a M1860 scabbard. Thus, the next owner of this sword will be only the second since the family. Please reference "Civil War Cavalry & Artillery Sabers" by John H. Thillmann, 2001; Pg. 406-407.

A super slick Confederate 6pdr Bormann ball that is still mounted on a partial wood sabot. The tin straps are still visible and reach down to the sabot where they are still tacked into the wood. The ball is missing the Bormann fuse, but still retains the brass under plug. The It has been professionally preserved and shows no oxidation, active or otherwise. The coating has given the shell a brown natural look. The wood sabot is in good shape and is not flaking or showing any dry rot at all. The shell still has case shot inside and you can hear it rattling around inside. Around parts of the shell you can see the defined mold seam characteristic of a Confederate shell. This is a beautiful display piece and one that will add to any artillery collection. Though the piece is stable, I recommend either pickup or delivery to a show to prevent the unthinkable.

Dug Mississippi 'I' button by Hyde & Goodrich which can partially be seen on the back. This verbal history with this piece was that it was recovered at Corinth, Mississippi. The button has a nice chocolate patina with some gold gilt peaking through which accents the overall look to the button. It is pushed and is cracked along the rim, but still retains the shank. This would be MP4 (a) and does measure out at 21mm.

Confederate 6pdr lead side loader in dug condition recovered from the Vicksburg Campaign area. The iron shows moderate pitting consistently throughout which gives the appearance of a golf ball. However, the overall profile of the ball is consistent and has no large divots deforming the overall shape. The ball has been cleaned and appears to have an old coating on it. The lead side plug is present where the case shot were loaded. The brass time fuse adaptor is also present and is in overall good shape. This is a rarity 8+ shell and though isn't "minty" has enough going for it in the rarity corner to add to most artillery collections.

10pdr Read lead side loader recovered from the Vicksburg Campaign area. The iron shows mild ground action throughout and has no active oxidation present. The sabot is missing, as most fired examples are and you can see flaking of the lower section of the shell as a result of the sabot pushing up into the shell upon firing. The lead side loader plug is present and can be seen. The fuse is missing as can be seen in the images. It has been coated with Extend which has given the shell a black hughe. These shells are increasingly hard to find and unfired examples can reach up to around $1,700.00.

Here is a really cool piece, the nose section of a 3" Confederate Read Side-loader with a lead plug. You'll notice that the nose section is in two pieces, but the one section still retains lead plug. The other piece still retains the brass time fuse adaptor which is slightly damaged due to the force of the impact. Both pieces still retain the matrix and case shot. The iron is stable and has been coated. It displays perfectly which ever way you want to have it. The recovery site is unknown, however its uniqueness makes up for that.

24pdr in overall great condition. The iron shows mild ground action, however has no major pieces or chunks missing. The shell has been disarmed through the base. The fuse hole still has remnants of the wood drive in fuse. There is a distinct mold seam seen around 3/4 of the shell which to many indicates a Confederate pedigree and it could very well be, however I have not determined if it has a polygonal cavity or not. The verbal history with this piece is that it was recovered from the Franklin/Nashville area. This is a great looking shell with great display appeal. 24pdr Howitzers were utilized throughout the war including here at Fort Donelson.

Dug iron scabbard throat to a M1860 cavalry saber. This particular piece came from the Shiloh area. It has been coated and preserved. Not a big relic, but a piece you don't often see.

Confederate 6.4-inch Harding Shell, Sub Pattern III recovered from the Charleston, South Carolina area, as most all are. The particular shell is in overall good condition, the iron, is as most, has been heavily coated for preservation and has a brown, natural hughe. The nose section is in good condition and retains it original shape, as does the whole shell. There is a drill hole in the base, which I believe was an attempt to disarm the shell, why I do not know as the powder cavity is open due to the absence of the wood drive in fuse. 3/4 of the copper sabot is with the shell and is unique as most shells seen on the market still have the sabot in place. The shell will sit upright on its own and displays very nicely. This particular shell would have been fired from a rifled 32pounder smooth bore gun of 6.4inch caliber.

Two dug canteen spouts recovered here in Dover and very likely from the Battle of Fort Donelson or its subsequent occupation. On is an unmarked pewter spout with the iron stem of the stopper. The other is a tin spout and very likely could be Confederate in origin. It too has the stem from a stopper, whether they were dug with the spouts is unknown, however all of the pieces came from the same collection and all were dug in Dover.

Confederate 12pdr lead-side loader with brass time fuse adaptor. The iron shows some pitting and there is one pitted area towards the bottom of the shell that is about the size of quarter. It does not detract from the overall display appeal of the shell however and cannot be seen when displayed. The lead plug is oxidized and contrasts nicely in the shell. The brass time fuse adaptor is in terrific shape and shows no damage. And if all that isn't Confederate enough for you, there is a distinct mold seam that can be seen over 3/4 of the shell (as seen in the images). The shell is disarmed and has been coated. The verbal history with this particular shell is that it came from the Shiloh area.

Autograph clipping of Edward C. Walthall on a 3x5.5" card from an autograph album. This is a post war clipping and on the reverse there is another signature of James H. Kyle who was a United States Senate from South Dakota from 1891 until his death. Walthall was born in Richmond on April 4th, 1831 and later moved with his family to Holly Springs, Mississippi. He would study law and be admitted to the bar in 1852. In 1861 he would be elected as 1st Lieutenant of the Yalobusha Rifles which eventually became part of the 15th Mississippi of which he would become commander of. After the war he would resume his law practice and became a leader in the movement to overthrow the carpetbag regime in Mississippi. He was appointed to the US Senate serving from 1885 until his death in Washington on April 21st, 1898. The most haunting thing about this piece is that the signature on the reverse is dated April 18th, 1898, just three days before the death of Walthall.

Here is a really cool document dated 'June 29th, 1861' from New Orleans as a promissory note for $4,263.82 from the office of 'Wright & Allen' in New Orleans. There are several signatures on the document which measures 3x7.5". There is one on the back believed to be of Randall L. Gibson (R.Gibson on back), who was colonel of the 13th Louisiana. He took command of the 13th sometime around the time this document is dated and I have no idea if there is any correlation or not. Its on blue paper with unique scrolling and the edges are in good shape.

Autograph clipping of Lt. General Alexander P. Stewart on a 2x3.5" page from an autograph book. A.P. Stewart was originally from Tennessee, born in Rogersville in 1821. He would graduate the U.S. Military Acadamy in 1842 and was commissioned a second lieutenant in the artillery. He would resign his commission in 1845 to become a professor at Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee and later at the University of Nashville. He would accept a commission as a major in the Tennessee Militia and by November, 1861 he had risen to the rank of Brigadier General in the Confederate Army. He would be instrumental in many of the campaigns of the Army of Tennessee including Chickamauga, the Atlanta Campaign, Franklin, Nashville, and in the Carolinas. He was promoted to Major General in 1863 and Lt. General in 1864. He was paroled with Joseph Johnston's army in Greensboro, North Carolina in 1865. After the war he moved to Mississippi in 1874 and served as the Chancellor of the University of Mississippi until 1886. From 1890 to 1908 he would serve as the commissioner of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park. He would die in Biloxi, Mississippi in 1908 and is buried in Bellefontaine Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.

Autograph clipping of William Brimage Bate who would rise to the rank of Major General of the Confederate Army serving in the command of the Army of Tennessee. The clipping measures 2.5x4" and is mounted with nonstick anchors. His biography can be read on the image, however this signature is a post war venue when he was serving as Governor of Tennessee.

Nice black glass beveled bottom bottle. Recovery site unknown. No cracks or chips noted. We have several of these in stock and each one is unique in its own right. These are the taller type for either beer and/or ale.

M1816 .69cal Hewes & Phillips Type I conversion rifled musket with New Jersey marks. The metal has an overall bright finish with some mild pitting close to the breach and lockplate. The stock has the typical dings and bumps associated with hard use and age. It has a nice dark hughe throughout from top to bottom. There is wear behind the nipple indicating a considerable amount of firing. Underneath, in front of the trigger guard, is carved 'J.H.K.' It has all of the appropriate markings throughout including the original contract markings. Atop the barrel, behind the rear sight is the stamping 'H&P', however there is no date, which typically is worn off anyway. Opposite the lockplate on the barrel flat is the 'N.J.' stamping which is peaking above the stock. Behind the hammer on the lockplate is 'Phila/1832' and in front of the hammer is 'US'/Wickham (in an arch) which was the original contractor for the M1816. Opposite of the lockplate on the stock is the remnants of the oval cartouche, which I believe had the NJ marking as well. There is also a 'US' on the buttplate. It has the original button head type ramrod, barrel bands, front and rear sight, as well as sling rings. The action is crisp and the hammer responds in all positions and to the trigger. The rifling is either been blown out by firing or it was never rifled at all, which is apparently under debate regarding these particular weapons.

In 1861 the firm of Hewes & Phillips (which employed approximately 400 workers), metal workers and dealers of Newark, New Jersey were contracted by the state of New Jersey to alter 8,000 flintlock muskets to percussion. Not long after, they were contracted by the Federal Government to alter 12,000 more in the same manner. There were two types of alteration, the earliest, and like the one above, is very similar to the variation used on the Remington/Maynard conversions in the 1850's and similar to the M1855 rifle-musket which included the cleaning screw in the bolster. You'll notice that the hammer on this musket is very similar to the Remington contract guns, and it is believed that H&P possibly ordered hammers from them in order to deliver on their contract. It is also interesting to note that H&P was also contracted to machine parts and equipment for the ironclad Monitor.