 |
Beautiful 1890s Virginia Fraternal League of Police medallion.
It features a hand-etched picture that shows both the American and Virginia flags. The overall
length of the 2 parts is 3-5/8" extended; the botton piece is 1-7/8" in diameter. The manufacturer
on the back is ___hide & Co. Chicago.
Item INS9017 $69.99 |
|
 |
Civil War enlisted infantry insignia Hat plate.
This beautiful (circa 1858-1865) hat insignia was worn by enlisted men of the infantry
on the leather shako that was imported from France. It was popularized by Pennsylvania
and Massachusetts troops. I bought this one from Bob French two years ago at a
Civil War show. Guaranteed authentic. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Item INS9016 $249.99 |
|
 |
Great Civil War battle pin.
This pin holds a photo of the honored officer in the center of
the shield. The battles in which he fought and their dates are embossed
around the rim of the shield. They are: Williamsburg, Fair Oaks,
Mechanicsville, Gaines Mill, Chancellorsville, Savage Station, Charles
City Crossroads, Malvern Hill, South Mountain, and Antietam. The back
features the t-bar connector typical of this period.
Item INS9015 $799.99 |
|
 |
1916 infantry medal for Poncho Villa Campaign.
Medal awarded to the 2nd rgt. Virginia Infantry for service in the Poncho
Villa Campaign. Purchase includes crossed rifles w/#2 above them.
Medal made of brass with silver plate finish. Original leather and buckle present.
Item INS9013 both for $49.99 |
|
 |
Civil War era Second Corps device.
This brass or copper three leaf clover device appears to be hand-carved.
It was dug in a Civil War camp in Central Virginia. Please take note
of the stem and the fact that there is an off-set bevel on one side.
Appears to have hand enraved striations on one side.
Item INS9014 $49.99 |
|
 |
Civil War First Corps badge.
This badge has been fashioned from an 1846 U.S. Quarter. The back has the classic
t-bar connector common to this era. Probably lost since the attachment end of the silver pin is gone, & this
was lost. If 1846 was the year of the soldier's birth, he would have turned
15 in 1861 and 19 in 1865. The initials on this piece read, "M.K.S."
Item INS9012 $229.99 |
|
 |
Thinly-stamped Civil War patriotic badge.
It has three stars on a patriotic shield and a
lined face with silver wash. The attachment
pins are gone. Note the two holes drilled by
the soldier to maintain usage.
Item INS9010 $49.99 SOLD |
|
 |
Unknown Civil War period Eagle insignia.
This brass and lead-filled insignia was recovered at The Battle of High Bridge,
Virginia. The aggressive-looking eagle is holding a five-pointed star in his beak.
This as yet unidentified insignia is both rare and desirable for any insignia collection,
and it may prove to be identified with a particular regiment or unit. You will notice on
the back the presence of iron. This may be due to the relic lying in association with
iron, or it may give a clue as to its usage. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
We showed it to Mike Singer a few weeks ago, and he wasn't able to identify it.
It stands 1-5/16 inches high and is a rare piece.
Item INS9009 $199.99 |
|
 |
Frank G. Collins Commemorative Medal
Issued by the Sons of Confederate Veterans, this medal honored
Seaman Collins who was the only Virginian aboard the submarine H. L. Hunley when it
sunk on 17 February 1864 killing all crewmen aboard. This very
rare medal was struck in his honor by The Fincastle Rifles, an
SCV group in Roanoke, Virginia and is from a very limited quantity
made. This magnificent metal comes distinctively framed, complete
with hanger, to display proudly in your War Room or office.
Item INS9005 $129.99 |
|
 |
Fine, Original 1870s New York military hat plate.
The 3-dimensional "2" attached to the stamped brass plate appears to
be silver. The left side of the crest shows the Sun shining over mountains;
the right side shows 13 stars over stripes. An eagle with wings spread graces
the top of the crest. A ribbon at the bottom bears the New York state motto:
Excelsior. Lower hook is intact.
Item INS9004 $99.99 |
|
 |
Theodore Roosevelt-Charles W. Fairbanks Watch Fob from the 1904 election.
This silver-plated brass fob was made, apparently, to celebrate the election of
Theodore Roosevelt and his running mate, Charles W. Fairbanks of Indiana. Roosevelt,
the incumbent president, had become president after the assassination of President William
McKinley. He easily won this election over Alton G. Parker of New York. Parker carried only
the southeastern portion of the country. Senator Fairbanks was picked as Roosevelt's
running mate to appease conservatives. (There is a scratched inscription on the back.
I'm unable to discern what is says.) This piece measures 1-3/4 inches by 1-1/2 inches.
Item INS9003 $59.99 |
|
 |
Rare company letter "D" with original attachment loop.
It is very unusual to find the loop still attached. This one was recovered in Fredericksburg,
Virginia. It has a nice patina with no pitting. It stands just a hair over 1" high.
Item INS9005B $64.99 |
|
 |
1853 Corps Badge or Love Token. I believe this
is a love token but have been told by a couple of viewers that this may
be a 1st Corps Badge. If you look at the engraved margins of the coin,
you can certainly make that argument. Let's talk about what we do know for
sure. This item, non-dug, is made from a pre-Civil War coin and the pin
on the back has the T-bar type attachment. The initials (CI?) are untraceable
but this relic remains as a pristine example of high quality soldier's art
designed to be worthy of a lady's affection/or steadfast commitment to duty.
Truly a beautiful piece.
Item INS1003 $450.00
|
|
 |
1907 Jamestown Exposition medal.
This Virginia excavated silver-plated piece features Captain John Smith on the front
and is in good dug condition. Made of copper and
silver-plated, the back is plain, and it is a little larger than a quarter (1-1/8 inches).
Apparently, it was worn on a necklace, as there is a hole
with a piece of copper where it was broken. There is a very small chip on the edge. but
does not diminish the way it displays.
Item INS1007 $39.99
|
|
 |
John Wedderburn & Co. Patent Attorney Silver Medal,
circa 1890. Apparently, John Wedderburn was a scoundrel who preyed on unsuspecting
clients. This Sterling Silver presentation medallion is over layered with gold.
The front is embossed: Presented by John Wedderburn & Co, Patent Attorneys,
Washington, D.C., U. S. A. The back is marked Sterling, C. G. Braxmar, 10
Maiden Lane, New York. Initials that appear to be "SGR" have been superficially
scratched into the silver on the back. (I would speculate this was to whom the medal was awarded.)
I personally dug this piece about a mile from Beaverdam Station, Virginia in 2006.
Comes in a handsome 3 x 4 x 3/4" Sgt. Riker case.
Item INS1006 $149.95
|
|
