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Beautiful M.J. Tobias pocket watch circa 1810.
This key-wound watch, made by M.J. Tobias of Liverpool, England,
runs, but the key and the second hand are missing. It is 5 cm in diameter, and the
inside of the case bears the inscription " M.J. Tobias/ Liverpool/ Hands/ Cylinder
Escapement/ Four Holes Jewelled."
Item MS9031 $349.99
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Necklace made from
a Civil War star-base Minie Ball.
This unique and charming item
is made from a genuine Civil
War
period Minie Ball.
Gold wire mounting
and hemp tie.
Item MS9030 $14.99
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Beautiful Colonial period solid silver cape pin.
The front of this pin features a Greek soldier with a
winged horse sitting on his head, and its adorned with a series of raised
berries; every third one is an image of an angel or gargoyle. The back
has a silver bar or holding pin. This half dollar sized piece is being
sold as found. This is truly a unique and beautiful item, worn by Colonial
Virginia gentry as a symbol of success and wealth.
Item MS9015 $349.99
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Beautiful Civil War era mourning pin.
This piece is inlaid with onyx and sports the t-bar connector
so typical of this time period (actual bar is missing). The center is heavy glass, apparently
to showcase a tiny photo or lock of hair. We've tested this piece as 10K gold and measure it
at just under the size of a quarter. Note the initials (TMG) on the back and the configuration of each 3 stone cluster resembles the clover leaf of the
Second Corps. A few smaller pieces of onyx are missing but still a lovely displayable piece.
We don't want to sell it for scrap.
Item MS9027 $149.99
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Gold-framed Civil War photo from a Civil War site.
This frame has the t-bar connector that is typical of the Civil War
period. We have tested the frame and it tests 10k gold. This piece is
in good condition with only a small dent in the back, probably due to the
softness of the gold. All in all a beautiful, dainty - wearable - piece.
Item MS9013 $59.99
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Beautiful, ornate Portuguese silver box .883 Silver.
This lovely piece measures 4" long by 3-1/8" wide
(it is 1-1/8" high to the lid). Weighing 9 ounces, it is in excellent condition.
The eagle hallmark of Portugal appears on the bottom along with the number 833.
Prior to 1938, a Roman numeral appeared under the eagle's head. This indicates
that this box was crafted after that time, though we don't know the exact date.
Item MS9014 $169.99
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Vintage woman's cape closure---19th century.
This piece was sewn into the neckline of a garment. It has a rose
in the center. It also has thistles and three leaf clovers around it. It stands
1-3/4 inches high. Note the attachment hooks on the back. It was recovered at
Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia.
Item MS9012 $59.99
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Heavy, Sterling Silver bracelet with beautiful turquoise stone.
Navajo craftsman, J. Nelson, created this lovely silver bracelet. The beautiful,
turquoise stone (1/2" x 3/4") is mounted securely and floats slightly above the band.
The sterling silver band measures 2-1/2 inches (diameter)at its widest and the
opening in the band is 1.25". Band is 5/8" wide and 1/8" thick resulting in an
overall weight of 3.3 ounces. The artist's hallmark "J. Nelson/Sterling" is stamped inside.
This is indeed a lovely piece!
Item MS9008 $229.99
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A "little lady" Cameo.
Excavated in a Civil War camp, this cameo is attached to an unusual metal mounting (appears to
have some gold gilt). She measures 5/8" x 7/8" w/her profile protruding 1/4" and has retained her soft
pink color. I found this pretty piece along with a CS tongue and wreath and a rare VMI button
(Robinsons extra rich bm.)
Item MS9009 $89.99
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Another delicate, white cameo.
Also excavated in a Civil War camp, this lady has softened from her years in the ground.
Just 5/8" x 1/2" in size, a sweet collectors item from the period. This piece has not had much
cleaning and remnants of the post remain.
Item MS9010 $89.99
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Two tiny baby rings found in Civil War Union camps.
The partial with the clover is 1/4 inch by 1/4 inch, with inlaid gold top half only.
(The material of construction seems to be brass, with a heavy gold plating.) This ring was recovered
in a Civil War camp near Westover Church in Charles City County, Virginia.
The other has a circular area of gold; it is a touch larger than the four leaf clover piece.
Only partial momentos but displayable collectibles from Virginia.
Item MS9007 Both for $16.99
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Delicate, Victorian Pin.
Victorian 10k gold pin with a center stone faceted amethyst.
We estimate it to date to the 1880s. I personally dug it in Ashland, Virginia
five years ago. Minor damage was done when pulled from under a root.
It's complete, but fragile, due to its design. When the pin is closed,
it measures 2.125" long. It could be professionally repaired or displayed
as is.
Item MS9006 $89.99
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Nice, Civil War Period Watch Fob.
The decoration on this fob appears to be gold plated mounted on
dark, grossgrain ribbon - a nice keepsake, still in working order, this ribbon on this
watch fob measures 1 1/2" wide and is 4" long. Nicely displayed in a 5" x
6" Sgt. Riker Display Case (glass top).
Item MS1083 $49.95
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