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South Africa King's & Queen's MINIATURE 5 Medal Set Original Case with 5 Clasps
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South Africa King's & Queen's MINIATURE 5 Medal Set Original Case with 5 Clasps

Presentation case is in excellent condition and locks properly.

$275.00
+$7.85Berea, US
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MOTHER OF PEARL US EAGLE HEAD SWORD WITH SCABBARD GUARD Circa 1830s
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MOTHER OF PEARL US EAGLE HEAD SWORD WITH SCABBARD GUARD Circa 1830s

For your consideration is an original pre-Civil War sword and scabbard from the 1830s with the rare mother of pearl handle. It has not been cleaned or polished, it is in original condition. It is missing a small piece of the pearl on one side.

$649.95
Free ShippingHartwick, US
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Early French U.S.  Colonial Military Socket Bayonet c. 1740 - 1771   TR1318
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Early French U.S. Colonial Military Socket Bayonet c. 1740 - 1771 TR1318

Early French Socket Bayonet that looks very similar to the Model 1771, but longer. Still retains the socket ring and screw. The right side of blade, right side shows a smooth oval/half-moon cut on it, not sure if this was a modification for a particular rifle.

$349.00
See listingRedmond, US
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PHOENIX COAT BUTTON 2nd Regiment of Haiti / West Coast Trade Button
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PHOENIX COAT BUTTON 2nd Regiment of Haiti / West Coast Trade Button

Appears to be a Type 1 Large Coat Button. Here is a scarce button that was originally ordered for King Christophe's army in Haiti. Fearing a coup, the king committed suicide and the buttons were sold to Nathaniel Wyeth, a tradesman who transported them to the West Coast of the United States in the mid 1820's.

$180.00
See listingSebastopol, US
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USA MILITARY SOCIETY OF THE WAR OF 1812 18K GOLD BADGE MEDAL NUMBERED RARE !
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USA MILITARY SOCIETY OF THE WAR OF 1812 18K GOLD BADGE MEDAL NUMBERED RARE !

The front showcases a large engraved eagle clutching a bar marked “1812,” while the back features eagles engraved on each of the four arms. On the reverse of the integral suspension, the number “235” is engraved.

$2275.00
Free ShippingMaumee, US
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Crimea Baltic Campaign Medal 1854 1855  John Parker HMS Royal George
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Crimea Baltic Campaign Medal 1854 1855 John Parker HMS Royal George

Marine John Parker H.M.S. Royal George. fleet sent to theBaltic Sea to blockade Russian ports and attack fortresses like Kronstadt.

$525.00
+$7.85Berea, US
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St. Jean D'acre 1840 Silver and Bronze Medal Set ~ aka Acre or Akka Medal
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St. Jean D'acre 1840 Silver and Bronze Medal Set ~ aka Acre or Akka Medal

And Ottoman forces who participated in the and capture of the fortress of Acre during the Syrian War of 1840. It was awarded to the allied British, Austrian. The ribbon to the bronze is not attached, it needs a secondary ring.

$795.00
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Original 18th Century Brown Bess Musket Flints- Set of Five (5)
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Original 18th Century Brown Bess Musket Flints- Set of Five (5)

Complete your original flintlock muskets with original knapped flints. This is an opportunity unlikely to ever be repeated, order now while available. Original British 200 year old knapped flintlock musket flints!

$19.95
Free ShippingGillette, US
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Outstanding Weymouth Mass Light Infantry Painted Knapsack circa 1825 militia
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Outstanding Weymouth Mass Light Infantry Painted Knapsack circa 1825 militia

$1895.00
+$35.00Kernersville, US
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Early 1 Piece Federal Navy Button with 13 Stars and Shank Albert NA86 Cuff 15mm
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Early 1 Piece Federal Navy Button with 13 Stars and Shank Albert NA86 Cuff 15mm

This one-piece example features an eagle facing left, perched on a fouled anchor set on a lined field. The eagle is surrounded by thirteen five-pointed stars, with both inner and outer rope borders framing the design.

$24.99
+$6.50Shepherdstown, US
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Pre-Civil War Type Bayonet Scabbard for White Buff Shoulder Belt
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Pre-Civil War Type Bayonet Scabbard for White Buff Shoulder Belt

Very nice condition original scabbard. Hook on back of top mount to fasten into white buff leather shoulder belt.

$124.99
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Spanish Colonial Espada Ancha
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Spanish Colonial Espada Ancha

Wonderful blacksmith-made Spanish Colonial espada ancha. Features a horn grip, decorative knuckle bow, down turned quillion, and quill back point on the blade. Overall, a very displayable early sword.

$895.00
+$24.80Cape Girardeau, US
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Napoleonic Wars Prussian Hussar Officers Sword Saber w/Scabbard - Etched
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Napoleonic Wars Prussian Hussar Officers Sword Saber w/Scabbard - Etched

Ricasso appears unmarked. The leather grip is 40% complete. The double strands of twisted wire look complete. The etched blade is straight, lightly sharpened, a few nicks on the lower half, and has surface wear mainly on the lower third towards the tip.

$750.00
See listingCampton, US
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WAR OF 1812 ORIGINAL LETTER - JAMES & ELIZABETH WELLS - MADISON DISGRACEFUL WAR
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WAR OF 1812 ORIGINAL LETTER - JAMES & ELIZABETH WELLS - MADISON DISGRACEFUL WAR

He wrote,"I think that it is a disgraceful war. But I am rather inclined to think if he suffered his own reason, it would be better for our country, but however, it shows his want of principle in suffering his mind to be biased by such a self-intoxicated crew - even I fear to the destruction of his country.

$185.00
See listingSanta Clarita, US
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DETECTING FIND 23MMM  UNKNOWN MILITARY BUTTON ANCHOR BUTTON WRITING ON EDGES
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DETECTING FIND 23MMM UNKNOWN MILITARY BUTTON ANCHOR BUTTON WRITING ON EDGES

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+$9.95CA
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Early c.1810-1820 Painted New York Militia Eagle Hat Plate Bright Red Gold
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Early c.1810-1820 Painted New York Militia Eagle Hat Plate Bright Red Gold

Extremely fine example with vivid color. Measures 8x6 inches.

$2500.00
+$12.00Kernersville, US
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Barrel for US Springfield Model 1816 Black Powder Muzzle Loader 69 Caliber
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Barrel for US Springfield Model 1816 Black Powder Muzzle Loader 69 Caliber

Barrel for a Springfield Armory or Harpers Ferry Model 1816 U.S. Rifle with Front Sight. Converted to percussion.69 Caliber. We include multiple pictures, they are the most accurate way of representing the item.

$99.95
+$22.95Mount Vernon, US
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Chinese Nationalist Military Sword -BLADE FROM US AMES USN SHORT SWORD - RARE!
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Chinese Nationalist Military Sword -BLADE FROM US AMES USN SHORT SWORD - RARE!

This Chinese sword would make a fine addition to any collection. We BUY antique sword collections! The blade has carbon staining, and occasional tiny flea-bite nicks in the blade edge. The blade ricasso faintly reads 'U.S.N. _2' on one side, and 'MASS' on the other side.

$1500.00
+$33.95Saint Croix Falls, US
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Pre Civil War Infantry Eagle Button - Silvered - A.W. Spies
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Pre Civil War Infantry Eagle Button - Silvered - A.W. Spies

21MM silvered eagle infantry button. Displays very nice but the shank is bent over. Uncommon AW Spies BM. This is a 1820-1830s button worn on an Infantry soldier.

$59.95
+$5.50Basye, US
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NAPOLEONIC PRISONER OF WAR antique straw-work box,FOLK ART,PRIMITIVE,AMAZING!!
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NAPOLEONIC PRISONER OF WAR antique straw-work box,FOLK ART,PRIMITIVE,AMAZING!!

LOOKS EVEN BETTER IN PERSON! THIS PRIMITIVE SMALL BOX IS SO OLD AND SO VERY WELL MADE! HAS A LOT OF IMPERFECTIONS FROM BEING AROUND SO LONG BUT NOTHING THAT TAKES AWAY FROM IT! EVEN THE INSIDE LOOKS AND FEELS LIKE IT'S MADE WITH PROBABLY CHEWED UP PAPER IF THAT MAKES SENSE.

$115.00
+$8.95Venice, US
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Lot of 9 Arms Collecting Books/Magazines - Robert Ables, Albion Swords, ASAC Etc
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Lot of 9 Arms Collecting Books/Magazines - Robert Ables, Albion Swords, ASAC Etc

Two identical copies of the catalog for the quality, high end make Albion Swords, 2007, light shelf wear. Arms Collecting magazine, Vol 30, No 1, 1992, moderate shelf wear.

$95.00
+$13.85Cape Girardeau, US
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EARLY 1800S US SWORD OR BAYONET FROG BUFF LEATHER  AUTHENTIC ORIGINAL ANTIQUE
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EARLY 1800S US SWORD OR BAYONET FROG BUFF LEATHER AUTHENTIC ORIGINAL ANTIQUE

This is a very nice all original authentic correct antique US sword or bayonet frog from the era of 1810 to 1850. This early style of buff leather was mostly discontinued by the time of the Civil War. What seem to be a split in the leather in the photos actually appears to be purposeful slit to accommodate a special hanger. Guaranteed to be correct and original.

$75.00
+$19.00US
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Napoleonic Wars French An XI Light Cavalry Troopers Sabre Sword w/Scabbard
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Napoleonic Wars French An XI Light Cavalry Troopers Sabre Sword w/Scabbard

Both "olives" are present. The grip leather is 90% complete. The blade is straight, lightly sharpened, the tip is a little sharp, no nicks, and has age spots scattered throughout with a little pitting (mainly on the last 8").

$1599.00
See listingCampton, US
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Scottish basket hilt sword likely circa 1828 or older
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Scottish basket hilt sword likely circa 1828 or older

It does seem to contain a serial number which is very hard to read which could indicate that it was made by Wilkinson sword.

$670.00
+$45.00Hawthorne, US
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mexico military button
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mexico military button

mexico military button. El estado es Used. Se envió con USPS Ground Advantage.

$70.00
+$6.00Mount Prospect, US
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Antique Victorian P1845 British Infantry Officer Sword - G. Harrison Newcastle
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Antique Victorian P1845 British Infantry Officer Sword - G. Harrison Newcastle

This is a remarkable example of a mid-to-late Victorian Pattern 1845 Infantry Officer's Sword. As a Pattern 1845/54, it features the classic "Gothic" brass hilt with the royal "VR" (Victoria Regina) cypher, dating this sword to specifically to Queen Victoria's reign (1877-1901).

$1100.00
See listingRedwood City, US
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1834-43 Benedict & Burnham 6 Pointed Star Maine related ?  1 Piece Button C30
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1834-43 Benedict & Burnham 6 Pointed Star Maine related ? 1 Piece Button C30

I have one of the largest inventories of buttons in the country, and am in the process of adding them right now.

$33.25$95.00-65%

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BEAUTIFUL WAR OF 1812 PEWTER SHOULDER BELT PLATE OLD ENGLISH LETTER ( B ) DATED
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BEAUTIFUL WAR OF 1812 PEWTER SHOULDER BELT PLATE OLD ENGLISH LETTER ( B ) DATED

FANCY 1812 PEWTER SHOULDER BELT PLATE HAS INITIALS D.B. AND 1812 SCATCHED IN BACK FROM ESTATE IN NEW YORK. ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE MESSAGE ME.

$148.50$165.00-10%

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Vintage Replica 19th Century Indo Persian Tulwar Shamshir Sword Talwar Saber
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Vintage Replica 19th Century Indo Persian Tulwar Shamshir Sword Talwar Saber

$84.99
+$35.50Albany, US
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Antique US Army Sword Baldric
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Antique US Army Sword Baldric

This looks to be in good condition overall

$122.50$175.00-30%

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Antique Brass Embossed Hunting Scene Black Powder Flask Civil War Muzzleloader
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Antique Brass Embossed Hunting Scene Black Powder Flask Civil War Muzzleloader

The relief is high and crisp throughout, indicating quality period manufacture. Four brass carry rings are present, two at mid-body and two at the base. Type: Black Powder Flask. Brass body solid, embossed hunting scene crisp and well-defined on obverse.

$185.00
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Scarce Turkish Model 1867 Socket Bayonet Peabody Martini Rifle TR1030
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Scarce Turkish Model 1867 Socket Bayonet Peabody Martini Rifle TR1030

These look very similar to the Swedish and Swiss Bayonets, but those have a 2.6" socket, the Turkish ones are 3.125" long. These also do not have any markings on them, which is correct. Model 1874 Peabody-Martini rifles.

$249.00
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New York 1820s Militia Button - Nice Patina
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New York 1820s Militia Button - Nice Patina

Superb Imperial Standard backmark on this early, New York Militia coat button. In Tice as NY100A24. 22 MM non-dug button.

$40.00
+$5.50Basye, US
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Antique Georgian British Drum Button c. 1790–1825 Military Musician Brass, 7/8"
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Antique Georgian British Drum Button c. 1790–1825 Military Musician Brass, 7/8"

This antique Georgian British drum button, dating back to c. 1790-1825, is a unique piece of militaria collectible. Made of brass and measuring 7/8", it likely adorned the uniform of a military musician during the Georgian era. This original item serves as a reminder of the rich history and traditions of military music in Britain during that time. Perfect for collectors with a passion for historical militaria, this drum button is a valuable addition to any collection. There is some wear on the outer edges consistent with age.

$9.99
+$4.50Weld, US
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PORTUGUESE CAVALRY 1821  Sword 19th Century, Toledo Spain
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PORTUGUESE CAVALRY 1821 Sword 19th Century, Toledo Spain

Portugal m1821 LIGHT CAVALRY SWORD. (Copy of British m1821). Stamped: "K179 AE" Ballesterious Toledo manufacturer stamp. Leather blade washer is still present. Slight bend at last 10" of blade. Blade/hilt are loose.

$549.00
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Antique Brass PERCUSSION CAP DISPENSER / CAPPER powder flask related
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Antique Brass PERCUSSION CAP DISPENSER / CAPPER powder flask related

The product is an original brass percussion cap dispenser or capper for a powder flask, likely related to militaria from the 1784-1860 period. This unique and collectible item would have been used in the handling and storage of percussion caps during this historical time frame. Its originality and connection to military history make it a valuable and sought-after piece for collectors interested in authentic military artifacts.

$249.00
See listingOld Lyme, US
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Napoleonic Wars French? Italian? Cuirassier Cavalry Sword Saber - Barisoni
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Napoleonic Wars French? Italian? Cuirassier Cavalry Sword Saber - Barisoni

Napoleonic Wars French or Italian Cuirassier or Cavalry Sword. The spine is marked "Barisoni", and there is an illegible mark on the blade. The grip is tight to the blade, the guard/backstrap is loose due to the knuckleguard and part of the crossguard being removed.

$399.00
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Antique Mexican American War Rifle Powder Horn 1847 U.S. Army Military Battle
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Antique Mexican American War Rifle Powder Horn 1847 U.S. Army Military Battle

Overall it is in good condition for age with typical surface wear from handling/uses, scratches/marks to exterior, etc. Don't pass this one up!

$1149.00
+$18.55Benicia, US
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Dyckman 1825 Antique Book American Militia Officers New York Early Republic Rare
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Dyckman 1825 Antique Book American Militia Officers New York Early Republic Rare

The book covers infantry drill, cavalry exercise including sword exercise on horseback, field and horse artillery, and courts martial procedure under New York militia law. The binding is original leather over boards with a black spine label reading Dyckman's Manual in gilt, with raised bands.

$150.00
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Swiss Model 1863 Peabody & Vetterli Rifle Socket Bayonet TR1447
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Swiss Model 1863 Peabody & Vetterli Rifle Socket Bayonet TR1447

This is for the M1867 Peabody Rifle, and the M1869 Vetterli Rifles, this also fit the M1863 Gew Infantry Rifle and the 10.4mm rimfire M1863/1867 Milbank-Amsler conversion.

$249.00
See listingRedmond, US
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