Civil War Auction 2024-12-14 Auction - 388 Price Results - Donley Auctions in IL - Page 8
Fantastic CSA  Battle Flag W/ Documentation 4'x6'South Car LeMat "Grapeshot" Revolver W/ ProvenanceNamed KIA Union Officer Frock Coat & Kepi Group
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This is the most amazing Civil War Collection we've ever seen - even in museums! This meticulously curated collection boasts an impressive array of artifacts, weaponry, uniforms, documents, and photography, offering a rare glimpse into the tumultuous era that shaped American history. Weapons of War: A comprehensive selection of firearms, including muskets, rifles, carbines, and revolvers from renowned manufacturers such as Springfield, Sharps, Colt, and Remington. Examine Civil War artillery swords, cavalry sabers, and even a rare LeMat "Grapeshot" revolver with fascinating provenance. Uniforms & Headwear: An array of uniforms, kepis, hats, and shell jackets. Discover rare pieces like a Union Colored Troop officer cloak, a well-known drummer boy jacket and kepi, and identified kepis from various regiments. Everyday Essentials: Explore the personal effects of Civil War soldiers, including canteens, belt buckles, cartridge boxes, cap boxes, bugles, and drums. Uncover unique items like a Civil War stadia range finder, a rare Civil War CSA 5th Texas Cavalry canteen, and a Civil War Black drummer boy captured CSA canteen. Faces of the Past: A poignant collection of tintypes, CDVs, and ambrotypes. See a fantastic tintype of a lounging soldier with gear, a cased CDV of Maj. Gen. Geo. H. Thomas, and a tintype & ambrotype of Civil War officers. Words of History: A selection of autographed documents, including pieces signed by Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee. Discover a Civil War Lincoln signed Major Commission document and a framed Andersonville Prison litho by Thomas O'Dea. Flags & Banners: A fantastic large CSA battle flag with documentation and a Civil War Confederate swallowtail guidon pike flag. Art & Prints: Admire the artistic interpretations of the Civil War with a selection of framed prints and lithographs, including works by Don Troiani and Donna Neary. More than just an auction, this is a journey through time.
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1865 New Haven Henry .44R Rifle (C) 9071: 1865 Original CIVIL WAR ERA New Haven Henry .44R Henry Rifle. The "Original" lever action and "Game Changing Rifle". The Henry Rifle was the first lever rifle developed when cartridge guns were in
0143: 1865 New Haven Henry .44R Rifle (C) 9071Est. $15,000-$25,000
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Civil War Lincoln Signed Wis General Commission: This commission document is dated April 4th 1863 and is signed by President Abraham Lincoln and Sec. of War Edwin Stanton. It is a partial printed document on vellum and is for the appointment of
0144: Civil War Lincoln Signed Wis General CommissionEst. $8,000-$14,000
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Civil War Union Heavy Artillery Signal Flag: This cotton flag is arsenal made and is composed of machine sewn panels. Size is 44" x 44" with 3 ties on border with 2 cotton loops. It has many period repairs and has many smaller and larger holes
0145: Civil War Union Heavy Artillery Signal FlagEst. $650-$1,200
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Fantastic CSA Battle Flag W/ Documentation 4'x6': This flag is one of 6-7 known to exist "Cassidy" pattern flags and was known to be used by Braxton Bragg's 2nd Corps. It also is known as the 12 Star Southern Cross flag. The frame measures 72" x 52"
0146: Fantastic CSA Battle Flag W/ Documentation 4'x6'Est. $40,000-$70,000
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Tintype of CW Soldier With Drawn Sword: Tintype of a young seated cavalry officer in uniform holding his drawn sword in his right hand and a revolver in his left hand. Tintype is in fair condition with a horizontal crease and some image
0149: Tintype of CW Soldier With Drawn SwordEst. $400-$600
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Civil War Union Hardee Hat Tintype & Ambrotype: Lot of 2 1/6 plate images includes: one tintype under glass of a seated Union officer with his kepi next to him in a 1/2 leatherette case and an Ambrotype under glass of a Union officer in a tall
0150: Civil War Union Hardee Hat Tintype & AmbrotypeEst. $200-$300
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Union OVI ID'd Sergeant & Corporal Tintype: This 1/6 plate tintype is so crisp and clear, it looks like a daguerreotype. It is in 3.75" x 3.25" hinged Littlefield & Parsons thermoplastic case with cupid and stag motif. It is a very sharp image
0151: Union OVI ID'd Sergeant & Corporal TintypeEst. $400-$600
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Fantastic Union Tintype-Lounging Solider W/ Gear!: This wonderful tintype is in 6" x 5" hinged case. It is fair sharp image of Union enlisted man lying on his side with all his gear. Case has floral motif. This is great study in of all his gear and
0152: Fantastic Union Tintype-Lounging Solider W/ Gear!Est. $900-$1,500
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Crossbuck Wood and Leather Pack Saddle: Possibly Native American. Partial riggings present but in poor shape - leather would need to be replaced. Refurbish for use or great for display - see photos
0153: Crossbuck Wood and Leather Pack SaddleEst. $100-$200
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US Army 12" Seat McCellan Saddle: 12 Inch Seat - appears to have all riggings with brass hardware. Iron Stirrups and O-rings. Includes headstall with O-ring snaffle bit, brow band - no reins. Entire group is slick with Neatsfoot oil
0154: US Army 12" Seat McCellan SaddleEst. $200-$350
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Civil War Union Cap Box-Decrow Maker Bangor ME: This is a scarce Decrow Maker cap box and is marked on inside of flap. One of the belt loops has a break in it and other is loose to breaking. The condition is solid and show much age, wear and
0159: Civil War Union Cap Box-Decrow Maker Bangor MEEst. $120-$200
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Life Size Bust of General U.S. Grant-1866: Plaster bust in good condition with no chips or breaks but some minor top layer paint/finish loss. signed F. Simmons S.C. 1866 on back of right shoulder. Also numbered 5427. Pedestal base
0160: Life Size Bust of General U.S. Grant-1866Est. $1,000-$2,000
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Framed Andersonville Prison Litho Thomas O'Dea: No in house shipping on this item. Customer pickup or 3rd party transport only. Hard to come by framed lithograph of the famed Andersonville prison. Originally drawn by Thomas O'Dea, a veteran of
0162: Framed Andersonville Prison Litho Thomas O'DeaEst. $1,500-$3,000
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CW General Winfield Scott Hancock Autograph Etch: This is an etching portrait and autograph of Union General and future 1880 Democrat Presidential nominee Major General Winfield Scott Hancock (1824-1886). This etching portrait is in 10.25" x 14.125"
0163: CW General Winfield Scott Hancock Autograph EtchEst. $350-$700
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Framed Edward Everett Signed Letter-Gettysburg: This framed letter is from Edward Everett (1794-1865) to his wife (assumed) dated 1835. The half page letter reads "Charlestown Mass 14 Augt 1835 My Darling, May I trouble you to hand the enclosed to
0165: Framed Edward Everett Signed Letter-GettysburgEst. $120-$250
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CSA 51st VA Canteen-Cross of Honor Medal Group: This drum style canteen and framed medal and portrait is attributed to Lt. Thomas Neel of the 51st Virginia Infantry. The frame includes original cardboard photo from 1900 with Neel wearing the medal
0166: CSA 51st VA Canteen-Cross of Honor Medal GroupEst. $2,000-$3,400