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CSA Atlanta stlye belt buckle.
It was a lucky day in 1999 when Ricky Southworth found this rare buckle. Dug
in Caroline County, Virginia, this plate still retains two of the hooks which were
stressed in the same direction. The third hook is missing. Apparently this is
the result of brute force being applied to the belt. Your interpretation
of how this happened is as good as mine. The purchase includes the digger's
handkerchief and tape with his digging information. The plate has excellent
patina and will be a valuable addition to your collection.
Item AC9367 $2995.00
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Model 1851 US sword belt plate.
This plate was excavated May of this year in Spotsylvania County, Virgina by local digger Wayne
Joyce. This plate is unusual for a dug plate of this type because it still retains
the original German silver wreath. (There is a small piece above the wing that is missing.) The
keeper was found in the same hole as the plate so undoubtedly they were
worn together though the keeper is slightly larger and the benchmarks are different
on each piece (#852 on plate/#23 on the keeper). The two may have been issued in this manner.
The surface dirt was washed off but no further cleaning was done.
Item AC9368 $695.00 SOLD
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Very rare US box plate with huge brass loops.
Found at Malvern Hill, Virginia, this US box plate is extremely rare due to the uncommonly
large brass loops. Even the lead filled back is not typical of this type plate. The author,
Mike O'Donnell, saw this plate in my shop and said the loops were bigger than any he'd seen
on a plate of this type.
Item AC9366 $495.00
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Virginia Officer sword belt plate.
This rectangular plate was dug near Beaverdam, Virginia in early 2012. It is unaltered and
and unrepaired and has never been cleaned. Though the hooks are missing this solid
plate is one of the prettiest examples of Confederate Virginiana that you will ever see. This
plate measures 70mm x 50mm. (The discrepancy in size is probably
due to the slight bends of the plate).Listed in Mullinax's book, Confederate Belt Buckles & Plates, this
is Plate 391, page 211.
Item AC9365 $3495.00
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U.S. Buckle with Arrow Head attachment hooks.
This artifact was recovered from the Richmond Virginia area. Its face has a dark brown patina
with moderate damage to the rim ... as seen in the picture. There's some glue residue present
on its face from where the digger apparently attempted to stabilize the plate. The reverse
of the plate has considerable loss of lead but the arrow hooks are still present. Comes well
displayed in a Sgt. Riker display case.
Item AC9364 $155.00
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U.S. Buckle with Arrow Head attachment hooks.
This plate was recovered from the Richmond Virginia area. Its face has a light brown
patina from the soil that still remains and some minor dings are present to the rim.
There are 3 small cracks on the rim above the "U". The back of the plate has had some
minor erosion of its lead fill around the edges of the rim. All attachment hooks are still
present. Comes well displayed in a Sgt. Riker display case.
Item AC9363 $255.00
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U.S. Cartridge Box Plate.
This nice plate was recovered in the Central Virginia area. The face of this one has
crisp detail, but there is a minor ding above the "S". Apparently, it was cleaned by the
digger and I must say it has been slightly over cleaned. In face, some scratches are
visible on the face from cleaning. Despite this, the plate presents very well. The reverse
side still retains its lead fill, although the iron loops are no longer present. This
artifact comes well displayed in a Sgt. Riker display case and is offered with a money back
guarantee ... as is all that we sell!
Item AC9362 $149.99 SOLD
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U.S. Buckle with puppy paw attachment hooks.
This plate was recovered from the Richmond Virginia area and has good detail on the
front side. There is a minor ding above the "U" and considerable damage to the rim and
plate on the "S" end as seen in the pictures. The back of this plate retains all of its
puppy paw attachment hooks. All lead fill remains with the exception being on the end of
the plate that is damaged as seen in the pictures. Comes well displayed in a Sgt. Riker
Display Case. Overall a decent plate for the price!
Item AC9361 $199.99
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U.S. Cartridge Box Plate.
This plate was recovered in the Central Virginia area. Its face has a wonderful
patina highlighted by the sandy soil that is commonly found in the Richmond, Virginia
area. There are no dents/dings present. The reverse of this plate retains its lead fill,
but the iron loops are not present. Your purchase will arrive displayed in a Sgt. Riker
display case.
Item AC9360 $165.00
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U.S. Cartridge Box Plate.
This plate was recovered in the Central Virginia area. Its face is crisp
in detail with a brown patina. There are two dings to the rim below the
"S". Also there is a small area of rust present on the "S" from the iron loops
on its back. The back of the plate retains most of its lead fill and the
two iron loops are no longer present. Comes well displayed in a Sgt. Riker
display case.
Item AC9359 $145.99
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U.S. Eagle Breast Plate.
This plate was recovered in Central Virginia and sports crisp
detail on the front side and excellent quality on the back. This
cross belt plate has a rich brown patina and displays very well.
The only negative and I think it is a negative, is this; a previous
owner coated the face of the plate with some type of clear coat.
Don't do this! It is an artifact! I think this coating can be removed
with some type of solvent, or you can display it just like it
is. It looks great - just shiny! The back of the plate is wonderful
and retains all of its lead fill and one iron hook. Guaranteed
authentic with no time expiration.
Item AC9358 $129.00
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U.S. Cartridge Box Plate.
This box plate has that very desirable, just dug look! The unknown
digger left just enough dirt on it to give this plate great detail.
The rim is free of any dings or cracks, but both iron loops were
claimed by "ground action." There is some minor erosion to the
lead fill along the edges. This artifact, unconditionally guaranteed,
comes to you well displayed in a Genuine Sgt. Riker Display Case!
Item AC9356 $129.00
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Federal Model 1851 Sword Belt Plate with keeper.
This plate, found in the Central Virginia area, is a very collectible Civil War Model
1851 Sword Belt Plate and it displays very well. The face is crisp with good
detail and is covered with a pleasing green patina. This beauty comes
with a keeper which was not found with this artifact, but is a very
good match. The back of the plate is excellent and the original tongue
is still present. Like all that we sell, this on has a lifetime guarantee
(mine!) and comes to you displayed in a Genuine Sgt. Riker display case!
Item AC9357 $315.00
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Small U.S. buckle with arrowhead hook.
This solid buckle was originally purchased from Jerry Fertitta years ago.
It measures 41 mm by 70 mm and has one arrowhead hook; it was made this way.
Your plate will come beautifully displayed in a Sgt. Riker case.
Item AC9355 $350.00 |
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M1851 Officer's waist belt plate.
This pretty plate was originally purchased from Jerry Fertitta years ago.
The plate shows superior detail and closely resembles one on page 392, plate 648,
in American Military Belt Plates, by Michael J. O'Donnell and
J. Duncan Campbell. Your plate will come beautifully displayed in a Sgt. Riker case.
Item AC9354 $350.00 |
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U.S. buckle with arrowhead hooks.
This specimen has a nice chocolate patina and appears to have been dug, though the
lead in the back doesn't look like it. This buckle was originally purchased from
Jerry Fertitta years ago. Your plate will come nicely displayed in a Sgt. Riker case.
Item AC9353 $295.00 |
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Non-dug S.N.Y. plate.
This beautiful plate was originally purchased from Jerry Fertitta years ago.
Both hooks are still present on this highly desirable piece. Your plate
will come nicely displayed in a Sgt. Riker case.
Item AC9352 $625.00 SOLD |
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Civil War era U.S. buckle with arrowhead hooks.
This beautiful plate was hit by the digger- twice! This piece was recovered
in Caroline County, Virginia, and has some rim damage. The hooks are complete
and most of the lead remains.
Item AC9351 $149.99 |
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Civil War era eagle plate.
According to the digger's original mark on the back, this piece
was recovered in the Rte. 51 area of Cumberland, Maryland, on
January 6, 2001. The mark also says, "N. Branch." This would be
the northern branch of the Potomac River. The front has a nice
green patina and the eagle shows good detail, though it appears
that iron has bled through to its breast. There are a couple nicks
along the rim. Almost all of the lead remains, though the hook is gone.
Item AC9350 $124.99 |
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Eagle plate dug at Kernstown.
This piece was recovered at Kernstown, Virginia,
on 6 June 1996, according to the digger's original
marking on the back. Most of the lead remains,
and one hook is still present, though bent.
Item AC9349 $144.99 |
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U.S. buckle with puppy paw hooks.
This piece was recovered at Antietam in March, 1973, and has the
digger's original tag. The face has a nice chocolate patina,
though there is some rim damage. The back has intact puppy paw
hooks, though the other hook is missing. Most of the lead is
present, except where there is rim damage.
Item AC9348 $144.99 |
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Civil War Eagle plate from Petersburg, Virginia.
This piece shows some good detail with at least
90% of the lead remaining. The Civil War period
plate is slightly bent and the hooks are gone but
it is a legitimate relic which will display well.
Item AC9347 $94.99 SOLD
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Civil War era S.N.Y. buckle with puppy paw hooks.
Recovered about 20 years ago near Fredericksburg, Virginia (on the Stafford side
of the Rappahannock River), this solid piece has a pleasing green patina.
The site is now a subdivision and this is just another item rescued from "progress".
This specimen has puppy paw hooks and the lead is intact, though it's bent in spots and
I offer it to you at a reasonable price!
Item AC9346 $295.00 |
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Civil War Eagle plate from Virginia.
This specimen was recovered near Varina, Virginia, this year. The front shows
excellent detail and has a chocolate brown patina. There are a couple slight
dings on the rim that occurred at the time. The iron loops are gone, but the
lead is intact, except for a very small chip by the rim. This piece displays
beautifully, despite having been overcleaned. This is a beautiful and solid
plate.
Item AC9344 $129.99
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Beautiful Indian Wars era non-dug sword belt plate.
We haven't been able to ID this plate, but believe it to be 1880s (or later). The beautiful
stippled design shows on both front & back. Both wide keepers are intact. The banner above
the eagle reads, "E PLURIBUS UNUM." Much gilt remains on this beautiful piece.
Item AC9339 $139.99 |
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1850's Naval sash buckle. Virginia relic.
Complete 2-piece buckle. I recently acquired the second
half of this buckle. Though not found together, these two
parts make up the buckle. Light weight and made of
brass or copper w/anchor and chain
motif, this piece measures 2.25" tall.
Item AC9338 $795.00
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CS Tongue and Wreath dug in Goochland County, Virginia.
Though found 20 miles apart on the same day, this married buckle fits perfectly. Uncleaned with
original patina, both keepers are the same size. The main infantry camp gave up Louisiana,
South Carolina, and letter buttons, South Carolina and Eagle plates, Pennsylvania hat plate,
and a Richmond spur.
Item AC9327 $2595.00 |
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A CS sword belt plate with provenance from Virginia
Unearthed in Ashland in 2001, the tongue was the first found. It emerged from the hole
bent at a right angle, which was straightened in the field. Also found were numerous
Spencer, Gardner, and tie-ring Sharps bullets, and a cuff size VMI button. The digger
returned to the site a week later and recovered the keeper. Continuing the slow search,
a soft signal revealed the wreath at 14". All three pieces were found within 75 yards of
each other on two separate hunts. The keeper on the wreath is larger and thicker than that
on the tongue, but after consulting with a well known collector and dealer we now know some
CS 2-pieces were issued in this manner. The tongue fits the wreath nicely, though there is a
minor fissure in the keeper. Supporting published article by Ransom Hundley in North South
Trader's Civil War magazine Volume 28
number 4.
Item AC9326 $2595.00 SOLD |
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Very Pretty Stamped Virginia Belt Plate from the Battle
of Cross Keys, Virginia.I purchased this great little plate about 6
years ago from Harry Ridgeway and it has been in my personal collection
since that time. I am now beginning to sell off my collection, starting
with the few plates I have acquired. This plate is Mullinex number 390,
(with balls on the ribbon tips.) The keeper is missing, as is most of the
belt hook. This one measures 70 x 50mm and is solid with no visible
cracks or repairs. As you can see from the photos, this is a real beauty
with nice, even green patina. Look closely at the top right hand corner and
you can see an ever so slight chip that is missing. It is a very, very small
area and guess what? That small, broken corner was found and is included!
A great buy! Personal Check, Money Order, MC, Visa or Discover. Lay-away available.
Item AC9321 $3195.99 SOLD |
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Civil War arrowhead and puppy paw hooks from central Virginia.
These hooks were recovered separated from their plates.
Item AC9320 $24.99 for both |
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Eagle Breastplate with a detailed map of the Battle
of the North Anna inscribed in the lead solder on the back. This plate is
quite handsome from the front, the rim is completely intact, and the face has sharp,
excellent detail with no iron leaching through, and sports a nice chocolate brown
patina. But it is the back that makes this piece truly unique. The story goes like
this and I wrote it over a year ago. "I bought the piece from the man who dug it
about two months ago; the next day a friend of mine walked into my shop and asked
if I had bought the plate from such and such guy. When I responded in the affirmative,
he described the plate in detail and told me to take a look at the back. Of course,
I had already seen what I thought to be soldier's art, but it wasn't until I applied
some talcum powder that I saw why he wanted to buy it. He pointed out the inscribed
"W" and told me he thought it indicated direction (West). He then explained that
the scrolled area showed the deployment of artillery and its field of fire and that
the lines indicate the railroad and the movement of troops. (North Anna Campaign).
I offered to sell the plate to him---first at a small profit--- and then for exactly
what I had paid for it. But the digger, who is a friend of his, had promised to sell
it to him for something less than I had paid. To his credit, the classy "map reader"
declined my offer---not because of money, but on principle. At any rate, his feelings
have been hurt and he apparently has no interest in the plate at any price. Now, all
that means nothing in itself, except that it explains how I came to see and understand
what the injured party was saying, for I don't think I would have studied it long
enough myself to realize that it is a map or---at a minimum---a substitute for a
chalkboard."
Now, I reckon some of you might think this is all bunk, but it is---you see---part of
the provenance of this piece. Yes, it is an unassuming Eagle plate but what a discovery on
the flip side! You may buy this "map plate" for $449.99 and I absolutely guarantee its
authenticity. Buy it! If you aren't absolutely convinced, send it back!
Item AC9218 $449.99 SOLD |
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Perfect, soldier-engraved, U.S. eagle plate. Recovered in
Petersburg, Virginia, this Civil War plate has beautiful chocolate brown
patina. The lead in the back is intact and both hooks are present. The unique engraving
in the lead on the back is definitely done during the period and indicates a grid
pattern (purpose unknown).
Item AC9328 $224.99 |
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Civil War snake buckle. This small, brass buckle was
recovered last year in Charles City County, Virginia. It is probably Confederate,
but it may be English-made. It shows considerable wear, as you would expect from heavy campaigning.
It is guaranteed to be authentic in all aspects. This ornate buckle is beautifully
delicate and measures 1 5/8" tall.
Item AC9118 $199.99 |
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Civil War Eagle plate w/digger's notations.
Dated 1/14/1990 by the digger, this eagle plate was found off US route 301 S. below
Petersburg, Virginia. This piece shows good detail with most of the lead intact though
the hooks are gone and there is some minor chipping on the left side of the front.
Item AC9340 $69.99 |
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Eagle Breast plate. This regulation plate was
recovered in central Virginia. The eagle is well-defined. The lead in the back is
intact, except for a very small sliver on the edge. The hooks are gone.
Item AC9217 $124.99 SOLD |
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Eagle Plate recovered at The Battle of the Crater.
This Civil War eagle plate, excavated in Petersburg, Virginia has a perfect front with
a small area of iron showing through. The hooks are gone but a special plate from a significant
battle. Will display nicely in a Sgt. Riker case.
Item AC9017 $140.00 SOLD |
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Civil War Eagle breast plate from central Virginia.
This plate is in good condition though it is slightly concave. There are no hooks
and the lead is intact. A nice, solid plate with nice patina and no cracks.
Item AC9019 $124.99 |
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Very pretty Civil War U.S. Eagle breast plate.
This plate, recovered at Globe Tavern, has a very pretty face. There are a
couple nodules where iron shows on the front. The lead on the back is intact though
the hooks are gone. Note the digger's original mark on the back.
Item AC9019B $124.99 |
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Civil War U.S. plate.
This plate, recovered at Camp Holly, east of the Richmond, Virginia
airport, is uncleaned. 1 hook remains and the lead is intact. A solid plate.
Item AC9333 $149.99 SOLD |
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Civil War U.S. buckle from Hopewell(City Point), Virginia.
This is a nice, solid plate with arrowhead hooks. It has good detail and a chocolate
patina. Most of the lead is intact except at a corresponding point of the digger's kiss.
Slight dent on the border and overall a great, period buckle from a historical battle.
Item AC9325 $339.99 |
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Perfect Civil War U.S. buckle from Petersburg, Virginia.
This Model 1859 buckle is stamped "W. H. Smith/ Brooklyn" on the back. We have used talc to
enhance the stamp. It has a nice, smooth face, with chocolate patina. This is a buckle with
all attachment hooks, no cracks or dings and the lead is in good solid condition.
Item AC9317 $379.99 |
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Initials mark this Civil War U.S. buckle from Petersburg, Virginia.
Dug near Halifax Road in the 1980's, this nice buckle is complete with arrowhead hooks
and digger's location on the back. There is some erosion to the lead but all in all
a solid U.S. buckle from the Civil War.
Item AC9337 $275.00 |
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Beautiful US box plate from Virginia.
This is a beautiful box plate with no cracks, dings or repairs.
Solid plate with small divet on the rim to the right of the "S". Most
of the lead in intact (firm) but both hooks are missing.
Item AC9335 $129.99
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US Buckle excavated in Confederate Lines at North Anna
battlefield in Virginia. The face of this buckle is good but not perfect. The rim
is intact, but there are two hairline cracks at the bottom of the piece. These little
cracks---at five o'clock and seven o'clock do not extend more than 1/8-inch and are
visible only when I hold them up to the light. Both are the result of lead loss on the
reverse side. All three hooks (arrowhead type) are present. The lead loss is visible and
translates to a location directly beneath the US on the front side. There's an inevitable,
slight bend in the brass, which is scarcely noticeable from the front and is minor when
the plate is viewed from the bottom edge. The surface of the front of the plate grades an
8 and the back grades a 6½. It will display very well in your Sgt. Riker display case and
is a very good souvenir from a battlefield that should have been a great Southern victory.
Item AC1011B $215.00 SOLD
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US Buckle with arrow hooks, dug near Richmond, Virginia. US Buckle with
all of its atttachment hooks. The face is nice and crisp in detail and has
a rich, even patina. There is rim damage below the S as seen in the pictures.
The back has all of its attachment hooks and is missing some of its lead fill.
Comes nicely displayed in a Sgt.Riker Case.
Item AC4011 $165.00 |
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US Box plate from Central Virginia. The plate has
an interesting surface texture and is in good dug condition. Nice patina. One loop remains on the back.
Sgt. Riker Case included with purchase.
Item AC7012 $150.00 |
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Perfect, beautiful non-dug martingale.This
heavy brass martingale is a beauty. The back is filled w/lead and all
attachment pins are present. (Someone has made minor scratches on the back to see if
there was underlying lead.) This martingale is faily large (1.75" wide).
Item AC9324 $124.99 SOLD |
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Medium sized, Brass Martingale. Lead filled. Another
North Anna piece. The face is covered with a nice chocolate-brown patina. From the center
and to the right as you view the relic, two indentations run virtually the entire length.
There is a hairline crack across the bottom at seven o'clock. The lead along the back in
intact, except on a small area at the bottom, which corresponds with the hairline crack
along the front. There is evidence of an iron or tin attachment and a significant portion
of that mechanism still remains. Several brass attachment wires are present. The piece
measures 1.5" wide and 1.75" tall. A fine example of harness attire. Destined to
become a feature in your relic cabinet! Displayed on a velveteen background in a 3" x
4" Sgt. Riker Display Case (glass top).
Item MS1001 $150.00 SOLD |
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Embossed U.S. Cap Box.
Leather cap box model 1850, marked U.S. with brass finial and fleece lining.
The leather is sound with minor crinkling above the loops showing some wear.
Vent pick not included. A great period item for your collection!
Item AC6014 $275.00 |
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Nice Mann Patent 1864 Belt Buckle.
Dug Central Virginia. This Mann belt buckle is in unusually great
condition for a dug buckle of its kind. It is complete and has a nice even brown patina.
Comes nicely displayed in a Sgt. Riker Case.
Item AC2013 $275.00 |
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Dug, Belt loop from US Rifleman's buckle & non-dug standard
US belt keeper. Original, historic, Civil War items from Virginia at a
modest price. Your purchase includes a Sgt. Riker Display Case, perfect for gifting.
Item AC1013 $45.00 for both. SOLD
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