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United
States of America
39-15
BOWIE KNIFE - CONFEDERATE STATES OF AMERICA. This is a very rare
Bowie Knife, which was manufactured in the Confederate States of America (CSA)
during the Civil War. This very knife was featured on page 127 of the book
"Confederate Arms." [A copy of the page will be included with the Bowie
Knife when it is sold]. The Bowie Knife has a wooden handle. The
handle measures 5." The blade measures 12 1/8," making the overall length of
the knife 17 1/8." A scabbard is not included. Items from the CSA
are always more prized than Union examples. This is
especially true for any kind of Confederate edged weapon. Confederate
officer’s swords are VERY expensive. (One of my favorite CSA swords is
for naval officers. All of those were made in England and routinely sell for
$20,000.00+). Confederate-made
examples such as this were crudely-constructed when compared to their Northern
counterparts. The South lacked both the resources and the manufacturers to
produce finer weapons. This piece that almost screams "history!" It has been
in my collection for many years.
$3,295.00
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39-30 FRAMED COLOR
LITHOGRAPH AND AUTOGRAPH OF U. S. NAVY CIVIL WAR HERO - ADMIRAL
DAVID FARRAGUT. This is a high-quality, framed presentation that
features an original autograph and color lithograph of Admiral David
Farragut (1801-1870). Farragut is clearly among the most famous of U. S. Navy
sailors. He is long remembered for the quote attributed to him at the Battle
of Mobile (Alabama) Bay, wherein he urged his men "Damn the torpedoes! Full
Speed Ahead!" [The other famous U. S. Navy quote that comes to mind was
John Paul Jones’s ""I have not yet begun to fight!" ]
Farragut was a young midshipman in the War of 1812 between Great Britain and
the USA. He was a Southerner by birth (Tennessee) and remained loyal to the
North. In 1862 he was appointed "Flag Officer, West Gulf Blockading Squadron."
His rank was Commodore, which was the highest rank in the U. S. Navy at the
time. He was appointed Rear Admiral (a new rank created for him) in 1862 after
the capture of New Orleans. He then led two expeditions in an attempt to
capture Vicksburg. They both failed. His 1864 attack against Mobile, however,
was victorious. He was then appointed to Vice Admiral in 1864, in another rank
created for him. His health was failing, so he gave up his command. In 1866 he
was promoted to Admiral (equivalent to a four-star general, and the highest
rank currently available in the U. S. Navy). This remained the highest rank in
the U. S. Navy until WW II, when Chester Nimitz (and three other men) was
given the rank "Admiral of the Fleet." Admiral of the Fleet was similar in
rank to the five star general in the U. S. Army known as "General of the
Army." Five officers were promoted to "General of the Army" in 1944 and 1950.
The rank of "Admiral of the Fleet" has not been conferred since 1945 (the last
man to receive this honor was William "Bull" Halsey"). The rank of "General of
the Army" has not been granted since 1950 (its last recipient was Omar
Bradley).
David Farragut died in 1870 at the age of sixty-nine. He was honored by his
country. To this day he remains an important part of U.S. naval history. Our
offering today is a wonderful framed collage saluting him. The framed
presentation’s overall measurements are 17 1/4" x 21." The wood used for the
molding is most unusual. It displays an interesting pattern that gives it a
very antique appearance. Inside the frame is a large, matted area containing
the documents within three matted windows. The first window, which measures 9
1/2" x 6 3/4," has a period color lithograph showing Farragut in dress
uniform, complete with epaulettes and sword. The lithograph has a reproduction
of his signature (this matches his signature, which we will describe also). A
note at the bottom of the lithograph says it comes from the last photograph
taken of Farragut.
In another window to the right of the lithograph, measuring 2 1/4" x 4 1/2,"
is the actual signature. It is a clipped autograph. It gives his name and his
rank as Vice Admiral (1864-1866). The final window, which measures 1" x 5,"
appears directly below the window with the autograph. It states that the
autograph was given to a man at the Atlantic House at Rye Beach, NY on 12
August 1865. This framed collage has been in my collection for nearly
twenty years. Changing interests and limited wall space on which to display
things lead me to offer it here. On the reverse is a certificate of
authenticity from the firm from whom I
originally purchased it. It makes a lovely display and a wonderful addition to
any collection.
[Special
handling and shipping will be required on this piece due to its size].
$1,495.00
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10-585
XMRG POWDER FLASK FOR A PISTOL.
This is a powder flask used for loading a single-shot pistol. It is also
American or British-made, from prior to 1850. It is also made of brass, but
does not have a decorative exterior. It measures 4 3/8" in height and 2" at
its widest point. It also has an operable dispensing lever that allows
powder delivery to the pistol. It has a great patina and is in very fine
condition. $150.00
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12-417 DERE MABLE: LOVE LETTERS OF A ROOKIE by
EDWARD STREETER.
This is a book
written by an American soldier who served in France during WW I. It is titled
Dere (Dear) Mable: Love Letters of a Rookie by Edward Streeter. This
book was written and released in 1918. The first edition of this book was
released in April 1918. This book is a SIXTH edition, which was released in
July 1918. Streeter served in the 27th (N. Y.) Division. The book
is illustrated with thirty-five black and white drawings by a fellow member of
his Division. This book is a humorous look on war in France by a man who had
never traveled before. It is very country and, at the time it was extremely
popular. This is a quick read. I guarantee you will have a laugh or two (or
twelve) with it. $35.00
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39-33 CONFEDERATE STATES OF AMERICA WAR BOND.
This is a Series 1 War Bond issued by the Confederate States of America
(CSA) during the 1861-1865 American Civil War. The bond is in the amount of
$1,000, and was issued beginning in March 1864. It was to be paid in
installments beginning 1 January 1890. The installments were to be
paid twice a year, beginning at that time and continuing on through 1
July 1894. These bonds were to be payable at 6%. While the bond was to
be for $1,000, the interest payments were to be made ten times at $30.00 per
payment, plus the principal amount. The bond itself, which is finely
engraved, measures 8 1/2" x 17." It has a serial number and is countersigned
by a number of CSA officials. Each of the ten coupons, which were to be
clipped and turned in, measures 3" x 16." Each coupon bears the same serial
number as the bond itself.
Unfortunately for investors, the South surrendered to the Union in April
1865. Thus, all CSA currency and other obligations were worthless as far as
receiving payment from the CSA government. A large number of CSA bonds were
actually purchased by English investors. In 1987, Sotheby’s Auction
House in London sold this particular example. It has been in my collection
for twenty years.
$150.00
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39-34 TWO
CIVIL WAR BLACK AND WHITE LITHOGRAPHS. This is a pair
of black and white lithographs. They are matted and ready to
frame. The top lithograph measures 6 3/4" x 4." It shows the Confederate
States of America (CSA) Ironclad C. S. S. Virginia shelling Union
frigates on 8 March 1861 at Hampton Roads, VA. On that date the
Virginia sank two Union frigates. On the morning of 9 March 1862,
the Virginia, more commonly known as the Merrimack (her Union
name before she was scuttled and raised by the CSA to be rebuilt as an
ironclad) met the U. S. S. Monitor in the first battle of iron ships.
This revolutionized the world’s navies. The two vessels fought to a draw.
Nevertheless, sailing vessels were soon replaced by iron vessels. The lower
lithograph, which measures 11 1/4" x 6 1/4," shows Fort Sumter in the harbor
of Charleston, SC in 1863. Fort Sumter was shelled in April 1861 by CSA
forces and the Union garrison surrendered. This lithograph shows the Fort
occupied by CSA troops and being shelled by a Union Naval Fleet.
$75.00
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39-35 COLORIZED LITHOGRAPH - C. S. S. GEORGIA.
This is a hand-colorized lithograph of the C. S. S. Georgia. The
Georgia was similar in design and appearance to the first Confederate
Ironclad, the C. S. S. Virginia. She is seen steaming in the Savannah
River near Fort Jackson in December 1862. This lithograph is matted and
measures 15" x 11." The matting measures 9 1/4" x 4 3/4." The lithograph is
circa 1880.
$75.00
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39-36 XRP WW 1 ERA USMC TRENCH HELMET.
This is a consignment item. It is a WW I-era U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) trench helmet. It is in very fine condition, with only a hint of light
surface rust on its exterior. Applied on its center front are the USMC’s
Eagle, Globe, and Anchor. Inside the helmet the complete interior is
present, including the chinstrap. A paper label with instructions on how to
adjust the liner is also present. USMC items from the Great War are
difficult-to-find and greatly prized by collectors. This is a superb piece.
It would display nicely with a German stahlhelm. The U.S. Marines saw
heavy action in the war’s later months. Their reputation was enhanced
greatly by their ferocity.
After posting this
description I was informed by a reader that this helmet may be from the
1930's. I have no real knowledge of WW I U.S. helmets and depended on the
the description of the helmet from the owner. I do know that this style of
helmet was used up to the early part of WW II so it is entirely possible
that this is a later helmet than what I described above. I have also heard
from another collector confirming that this helmet is indeed WW I era.
$895.00
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39-37 XRP 1903 U.S. SPRINGFIELD RIFLE BAYONET. This is a
consignment item. It is an M-1903 Springfield Rifle bayonet. The
bayonet is in excellent condition, overall. The wooden handle is well toned
from one-hundred-years use. The blade is bright and problem-free. The
bayonet’s overall length, from the handle’s top to the blade’s tip is
20 1/2."
The blade’s length is 16." One side of the blade is hallmarked "RIA," with a flaming bomb for artillery, and the date "1908." The other
side is hallmarked "U.S. 124430." The scabbard has a leather frog. It
measures 17" in length and is metal, covered in leather. For a
one-hundred-year-old item, it is in amazing condition. It is quite possible
that it saw action in WW I, carried by a U.S. soldier.
$750.00
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Russia
39-28
XJB IMPERIAL RUSSIAN AIR SERVICE OFFICER’S VISOR CAP. This is a
consignment item. It is an officer’s visor cap from the Imperial Russian Air
Service. The cap is made of fine gabardine. It features a large, oval, silver, black and red kokarde. The cap also has a black visor. The cap’s
exterior is very attractive. One small moth nip appears on the cap’s side.
The interior has a lightly-used leather sweatband. The liner bears the
impression of the Russian double-headed Eagle. It is marked a size 55,
in the metric system. This size is about average. The final touch to the
liner is a winged propeller, which confirms that the cap was for an aviation
officer. Immediately below that is XIX (19) in Roman numerals. (I am
unsure what this indicates). This is a very rare cap. It would make a fine
addition to any collection.
$750.00
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France
38-454
POSTCARD AVIATION ALBUM - FRANCE.
This is a most interesting album which is a self-contained, French postcard
album, showing the air war from the French perspective. A total of nineteen
postcards is in the album. They can be detached, if so desired. Each of the
postcards shows various aspects of either the French Air Service or troops
on the ground dealing with German planes. This is an attractively executed
set. Each postcard features a built-in piece of tissue to protect the cards
from wear.
$250.00
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39-31
PATRIOTIC RING - FRENCH COIN.
This is a
patriotic ring which has been fashioned from a French coin. The coin has been
bent to fit a finger’s contours. A hole has been drilled in the center of the
coin. The coin itself dates from 1923. The ring is size 7 1/2.
$25.00
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39-39 XMB
RFC - ENLISTED MAN’S SIDE CAP - GREAT BRITAIN.
This is a consignment item. Today we are offering an enlisted man’s side cap
from the Royal Flying Corps (RFC). The Royal Flying Corps preceded the
Royal Air Force (RAF), with
the name change occurring late in WW I. When the RAF was created, it was
made from units in the RFC and the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS).
So, this side cap is an early-to-mid war example. It is in excellent
condition. On the left side of the cap is a metal device featuring a crowned
"RFC" within a laurel leaf wreath of. The cap’s front displays two
small brass buttons that also say RFC. The cap’s interior is lined in
silk. One small area shows some "running" or "shredding." That said, the
area is quite small. Overall, the interior is in very-fine-plus condition.
The cap’s brown exterior is in remarkable condition for its age. It is a
great item for the connoisseur who wants something a bit different in his
collection. The cap will be difficult to upgrade.
$495.00
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