Civil War - Union Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
CIVIL WAR - UNION
Biography
On April 14, 1858, Ames Manufacturing Company in Chicopee, Massachusetts received an order from the Ordnance Department for 800 "New Pattern" Light Cavalry sabres. All 800 of these sabres, including this one, were delivered in October 1858, making them the first one percent of the 81,300 Light Cavalry sabres that Ames would produce for the Ordnance Department during the Civil War.
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH DOCUMENT SIGNED 01/04/1866 - HFSID 251769Document detailing employment contracts for Freedmen, signed by an illegible Lieutenant from the US Army Provost Marshal's Office on January 4, 1866. Addressed to Captain W. E. Leighton, it outlines rules for contract approval and fees related to Freedmen.Price: $220.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/25/1864 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 262937Autograph document signed by William R. Riddle, certifying John H. Place as a Private in Company D, 6th Regiment, Invalid Corps. Dated February 25, 1864, the document states, "This is to certify that John H. Place is a Private in Company D, 6th Regiment I. C."
Price: $180.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH ENDORSEMENT SIGNED 10/11/1863 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 262955Autograph endorsement signed by Ford. S. Palmer/Captain 27th Co. 2nd Batt I. C. includes a response to an inquiry about a pay roll error, dated October 16, 1863. Palmer served in the Invalid Corps, composed of injured Union soldiers.
Price: $200.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER DOUBLE SIGNED 12/12/1864 - HFSID 217018Autograph letter signed by Union soldier George Boyles, dated December 12, 1864. The 2-page letter discusses family matters and military updates, expressing gratitude for financial support. Accompanied by an addressed envelope to Mrs. Mary Boyles of Williamsburg, Pennsylvania.
Sale Price $375.00
$450.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/10/1863 - HFSID 262938Autograph letter signed: "Henry Brown", dated March 10, 1863, addressed to "Nancy Brown". The soldier describes camp life and mentions sending money home during the Vicksburg Campaign, providing insights into the experiences of Civil War soldiers.
Price: $400.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/17/1862 - HFSID 251201Letter written by a Union soldier from Fort Warren, Massachusetts, in March 1862, signed "Jacob Roberts/U. S. Army." It discusses high morale among Union troops, life in a prisoner-of-war camp, and confidence in President Lincoln and General McClellan.
Price: $500.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/31/1891 - HFSID 87574Letter signed by "F. C. S." addressed to Civil War General Joseph J. Morrison, dated March 3, 1891. The letter discusses the whereabouts of Lt. Col. J. H. Ammon, providing his address and background related to the 3rd and 16th New York Volunteer Artillery.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/07/1862 - HFSID 251202Letter. Autographed by "Jacob Roberts/U S Army", this four-page letter dates to May 7, 1862, from Fort Warren, discussing restrictions on generals and their interactions. Addressed to Hon. B F Carter, it includes original spelling and historical context.
Price: $500.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/11/1881 - HFSID 217046Autograph letter signed: "Jno Clark", dated June 11, 1881, addressed to Mary Boyles, discussing her late mother's will and property. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Relevant to George Boyles, a Union soldier, though not directly related to his service.
Price: $90.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/11/1862 - HFSID 251304Letter written by A.S. Oberly on July 11, 1862, while on the U.S. Gunboat Kineo. Addressed to Mrs. O.O. Woodford, it offers insights into the Civil War and local sentiments. Signed by Oberly, it includes an envelope with postal stamps.
Price: $400.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/07/1864 - HFSID 251295Letter signed by Corpl. H. Vandemark, dated August 7, 1864, from Camp near City Point, Virginia. Addressed to "Dear Parents one and all," discussing camp life and reports of Confederate actions, reflecting on Union troop movements during the Civil War.
Price: $600.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 09/28/1864 - HFSID 217013Letter written by a Civil War soldier, signed "George", dated September 28-29, 1864, discussing military movements and conditions. Includes a stamped envelope addressed to "Mrs. Mary A. Boyles/Williamsburg/Blair Co./Penna", postmarked January 6.
Price: $360.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 11/20/1864 - HFSID 251311Autograph letter, unsigned, written by a U.S. Str. crew member on November 20, 1864, discussing naval activities and personal matters. Ending with "Dearest here is my kiss and as your own, must say good Bye." Includes original stamped envelope addressed to "Miss Maria A. Woodford".
Price: $400.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/21/1863 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 264492Autograph letter signed: "J O Gringston/Adjt.", dated December 21, 1863, from Newport Barracks, North Carolina. Requesting commanders of the 9th Infantry Volunteers to select marksmen for a shooting match, it is issued by Edward H. Ripley.
Price: $400.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/21/1864 - HFSID 217029Letter written by George Boyles, dated December 21, 1864, describing a successful railroad expedition. Signed as "George," it includes personal details and mentions the receipt of boots. Accompanied by an original envelope addressed to his mother, with a postmark.
Price: $360.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 169391Letter home from a Union Army soldier, signed "J. C. McQuigg", discusses wartime experiences and frustrations after mid-1862. Accompanied by a patriotic cartoon, a typed transcription, an illustration, and a nameplate, it highlights personal sentiments during the Civil War.
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - AUTOGRAPH LETTER UNSIGNED 03/10/1863 - HFSID 217020Autograph letter, unsigned, dated March 10, 1863, written on white lined paper by a member of the 84th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, discussing family matters and personal reflections. Document contains original spelling and punctuation errors, highlighting its historical significance.
Price: $200.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - DOCUMENT SIGNED 08/16/1864 - HFSID 262956Documentary letter instructing the Paymaster to deduct travel costs from Private George W. [illegible]'s pay, signed by an illegible Captain as Assistant Quartermaster. Dated August 18, 1864, in Nashville, Tennessee, related to the 40th Ohio Infantry's furlough.
Price: $220.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/18/1865 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 155495Manuscript document signed "William DeMott" as 2nd Lieutenant, Acting Adjutant of the 5th Artillery Regiment, dated February 18, 1865, ordering 2nd Lt. George Stephenson to take command of Company H, on regimental letterhead from Harper's Ferry, Virginia.
Price: $220.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT UNSIGNED CIRCA 1862 - HFSID 79434Document listing brigade commanders and their staffs prepared for General Burnside's North Carolina Expedition of 1862, titled Original Staff of the Brigade Commanders at the Sailing of the N. C. Expedition. Document is unsigned and identifies key brigade commanders and subordinate officers.
Price: $300.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - PHOTOGRAPH UNSIGNED - HFSID 174756Carte de Visite depicts a Civil War mascot, showing a young boy in uniform with sergeant's stripes and a drum. The unsigned item has an E & HT Anthony backstamp and originates from a Matthew Brady negative, illustrating Civil War history.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - RECEIPT SIGNED 01/26/1864 - HFSID 262947Receipt documenting William Little's signing for 14 months' pay, amounting to $115.56, witnessed by brevet lieutenants of the Invalid Corps. Signed "William Little" on January 26, 1864, at Judiciary Square Hospital, Washington, D.C.
Price: $300.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - RECEIPT SIGNED 08/01/1864 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 262943Receipt signed by Lt. J. H. Walker of the 14th US Infantry, documenting payment for himself, a servant, and horse fodder, dated August 1, 1864. Walker signs "J. H. Walker/1st Lt. 14th US Infantry" three times, totaling $107.00.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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CIVIL WAR - UNION - SWORD UNSIGNED - HFSID 286010Cavalry sabre marked on the ricasso as "Ames Mfg. Co. Chicopee, Mass. US JH 1858." This sword, delivered in October 1858, represents one of the first Light Cavalry sabres produced for the Civil War, likely belonging to an enlisted man.
Price: $3,500.00
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CAPTAIN HENRY H. STILES - AUTOGRAPH DOCUMENT SIGNED 01/18/1864 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 262957Autograph document signed by Captain Henry H. Stiles, certifying that Private David F. Kennison is entitled to pay. Dated January 18, 1864, at Depot Camp I.C., with an ink note indicating the man was not paid.
Price: $220.00
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CAPTAIN JOHN JAMES McCALLUM - AUTOGRAPH DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/18/1864 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 262949Autograph document signed by Captain John J. McCallum, certifying pay for Private Henry I. Bradley, dated February 18, 1864, from Carver US General Hospital in Washington, D.C. Document contains details about service and pay owed.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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F. H. FOSSETT - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 287762Collection of Civil War documents includes an Autograph Letter signed by Ambrose Cummings, detailing army life, and a letter from F. H. Fossett updating Cummings' father on his health. Additionally, it includes bills and telegrams related to Cummings' death.
Price: $450.00
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G. E. ELFORD - AUTOGRAPH RECEIPT SIGNED 01/20/1866 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 251767Receipt documenting the printing of Freedmen's handbills and contracts, signed by G. E. Elford. Autographed as "Received Jan 20, on written/account fifteen dollars/G. E. Elford", dated January 20, 1866, in Greenville, South Carolina.
Price: $160.00
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GENERAL SAMUEL BRECK - DOCUMENT SIGNED 06/07/1864 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 262944Document signed: "Samuel Breck" as Assistant Adjutant General, dated June 7, 1864, detailing the military service of Private Winship W. Sparks of the 3rd Maine Volunteers. Contains Breck's insights on Sparks' discharge and clothing allotment.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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HENRY R. WENTZEL - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 263032Autograph letter signed by Henry R. Wentzel, dated February 16, 1863, expresses his experiences as a Union drummer boy during the Civil War. It includes two original drumsticks, a carte-de-visite photograph of Wentzel in uniform, and several other documents related to his military service and marriage.
Price: $3,500.00
