8512 South Union Road. Union, IL 60180, United States
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.
Highlights from this Unmissable Collection:
- 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: Step into the shoes of Civil War soldiers with 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: Connect with the individuals who lived through the Civil War through 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: Delve into the written record of the Civil War with 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: Witness a piece of history with 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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LOT 50a:
Civil War Union Artillery 2nd Lt. Frock Coat
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Sold for: $1,600
Price including buyer’s premium:
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1,936
Start price:
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1,400
Estimate :
$2,200 - $3,250
Buyer's Premium: 21%
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sales tax: 7.25%
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Civil War Union Artillery 2nd Lt. Frock Coat
This frock coat was displayed for many years with Union 2nd lieutenant Artillery Kepi that is not a part of this lot but is such a great match for display. The 9 button frock coat shows heavy use and wear but has not been overly abused. The thick neck eagle & shield buttons are equally as highly detailed as the kepi. From back of collar to bottom cuff is about 40". The shoulder boards are made on false bullion with curved metal "ribbed" border and bars with fabric interior. Both show age and wear. Left shoulder board has popped 2 of four stitches, however the board lays in place very well. The exterior blue has general wear, stains and age and has some clutters of moth holes, but most are on back of collar and right sleeve elbow so you don't see them from front. Both front parts of armpits have rather crude stitch repairs. The interior has an olive colored semi-quilted lining and shows quite a bit of wear and age, but no maker or size marks have been seen. This is quite an opportunity to have a strong example of an iconic Civil War coat.
