Civil War Highlights
At Auction February 26, 2010
An important collection of Political items has been added to this sale including a Civil War patriotic cast iron mirror of Gen. George McCellan who ran against Lincoln in the 1864 election. A Civil War flag and cannon embroided pillow top with it's original 1865 bill of sale is in outstanding condition. Other key items include a group of Teddy Roosevelt campaign pieces. A 39 star U.S. campaign flag for Benj. Harrison is sure to get the attention of collectors. One of the most important historical banners to ever come on the market is a full size Buffalo Bill hand painted cloth banner in a burley walnut frame. It's superb condition will excite Wild West collectors. Historical bandanas and broadsides that have not surfaced for decades will draw new interest. Check the website for these items as well as many other important pieces of American History.
The Civil War collection includes a wide variety of GAR Ribbons, (lots 643 through 660) and a wonderful CDV collection (lots 662 through 727).
 
There are two outstanding Veterans GAR Dress Tunics (lots 656 & 657) which are sure to please Civil War collectors.

The sale also includes a fabulous Taft Flag Banner (lot 728) and a large array of Lincoln memorabilia. Check out the catalog for more details.
Lots of Interest:
Lot 204 | Lot 253 | Lot 777 | Lot 778 | Lot 780 | Lot 781 | Lot 782
Lot 783 | Lot 785 | Lot 849
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John C. Morphy Sr., M.D.
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