Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 49

Manuscript, Collectibles and Aerospace Auction

Military

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1064		Italian Miniature Cannon. 14 in. long. Appears to be solid silver. Made by "Sigismondo Corte, Genova, Fornitore alla Real Casa" (Supplier to the Royal House). "Armi Fine" is to each side of a coat of arms. The barrel has "Salve!!! Salve!!! Salve!!!" along the top. Salve was a common greeting in Latin during the time of the Roman Empire, but it is also used in modern Italian. In the middle of the barrell is "Non per palla" (not for ball). The cannon and wooden carriage weigh 14 pounds 2½ ounces and at least 12 pounds of that weight is the cannon. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,898
Lot 1065		1894 GAR Reunion Encampment Badge. 42mm, colorful celluloid with front entitled, "28th Natl. Encampment, Pittsburgh, PA 1894," with two crossed U.S. flags, eagle and medal of honor. Reverse in full color showing Union soldiers around a campfire with U.S. flag. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details	Unsold
Lot 1066		Civil War Souvenir Locket. 1 x 1 in. This interesting and rare piece of brass jewelry fashioned in the shape of a book with intricate engraved scrolling, opens to reveal 8 albumin minature photographs of Civil War heroes including Robert E. Lee as a young man (pre Union War army), Abraham Lincoln, General Phillip Sheridan and General Winfield Scott. These unusual items were sold as souvenirs in stores and through newspaper ads. Catch that secures locket is missing but is easily replaceable. Otherwise condition is excellent. Estimated Value $650 - 800. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1067		Civil War Union Enlisted Man's Buckle. 3 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. Brass buckle with lead backing in fine shape, all parts totally intact and secure. A fine symbol of Civil War history. Estimated Value $200 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1068		Civil War Veteran's Medal. Bronze eagle holding cross cannons with cannon balls attached by a colorful linen American flag connecting to a five point star. Enscribed on the star is "Grand Army of the Republic 1861 - Veteran - 1866". All Union veterans who served in the Civil War were given these metals from 1866 on. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $114
Lot 1069		Elaborately Detailed "1863" Dated Coffee Pot. Civil War era, coffee pot, 12 in. tall, silver-plated, with a figural American eagle head as its spout. Extensive pattern work along the lip as well as a walrus on top of the hinged lid finial. A lion head sits atop an elaborately decorated handle. The body of the pot has been engraved with various geometric bands. The maker's mark on the bottom of the pot reads. "E. CAUFMANN, Patd April 28, 1863, PHILAD." The excellent silver patina of the pot is slightly marred in areas where the brass has worn through. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1070		New York State National Guard Kepi - Indian Wars, c. 1878-1890. Gray wool, marked size 7. Manufacturer; "New York Clothing House 102-104 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore" displayed on inner band. Lining intact and in good condition. Nice overall appearance, but wool shows scattered evidence of moth damage. Estimated Value $900 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1071		Spanish American War Officer's Buckle. 3 x 2 in. Rectangular brass buckle boldly embossed with the American eagle and surrounded by wreaths. Condition very good to fine. No chips or discoloration. All parts intact. Estimated Value $200 - 250. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1072		Devers, General Jacob - World War II Ribbons and Insignia (1887 - 1979) American army general and commander of army forces in North Africa; he also led the landings in southern France. A most important grouping of twelve various insignia and patches owned and worn by General Devers during his distinguished career as commanding general of the Sixth Army. Included is a pair of his silver four-star general's shoulder stars, his chest battle ribbon set which is unique to Devers, two brass "U.S." collar pins, five Sixth Army patches and pins, and two of Devers' uniform buttons. With accompanying letter of provenance. Outstanding collection in near fine condition suited for display. Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $528
Lot 1073		1856 Voyage To Nicaragua Against the Adventurer William Walker. Autographed letter signed ("A.O. Shuff"), on lined, two-page integral sheet with address leaf, from the "U.S. Frigate Wabash," 9¾ x 7¾ in., New York, 23 Nov. 1856. To N.C. Shuff at Philadelphia, reporting on preparations to sail to Nicaragua to put down the expedition of American William Walker, who planned to unite Central America into an Anglo-dominated republic in the same way that Texas was established in the early 1800s.Fine; small seal tear. Accompanied by an 1853 Liberty Seated Quarter, With Arrows Type, hand-engraved to mark the launching of the new steamship FRIGATE USS WABASH in 1855, Choice EF-45. Engraved "A.M. KELLY - Oct. 24, 1855" with "WABASH - Couldn't go - rain'd." It has nice blue-gray toning, well detailed surfaces, with a hole located at Liberty's head for suspension, as intended. The USS Frigate Wabash's maiden voyage was to Nicaragua to foil William Walker's plan. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1074		British Officer's Dress Helmet Circa 1881-1901. Beautifully detailed black felt hard helmet representing the South Lancashire Regiment Volunteer Battalion. Gilt QVC helmet plate with gold plume and scroll topped by the Victorian Crown. In center, Egyptian sphinx with "Egypt" escribed underneath. Gold gilt chin chain lined in black velvet. Gilt spike, base and rosettes. Inside of the helmet is quilted silk attached to a 2 in. leather headband. Slight 1 in. separation of lining and headband on left side. Otherwise lining is intact. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1075		Early Oil Painting of an American Military Officer, c. 1810. Oil on canvas painting of a high ranking American military general, seated in a green chair, 36 x 28 in., framed to 42 x 34 in. in a gilt wooden frame. An early Federal Period painting with impressive color, quality and eye appeal. We do not immediately recognize this handsome American officer, but he is obviously very high ranking. The uniform appears to be late Revolutionary War Style to the early Federal Period. Two key elements, shown in some detail, are the officer's sword and belt buckle. The canvas is in good condition, there are several small, sealed tears, the largest being about 4 in., the other two being much smaller, and it was likely touched up many decades ago. The eagle on the brass belt buckle and his style of sword would again indicate early Federal Period dating. An impressive, early oil painting of an uncommon American military subject. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1076		European "Thunder Mug" Signal Cannon. This 17th - 18th Century bronze piece was used for making loud noise reports from one ship to another and when coming into port. Measures 6 inches high, diameter base 5 inches. Bronze is accented with a green patina. Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $345
Lot 1077		Hand Painted Tin Sign, Likely The Duke Of Wellington. Large tin tavern sign, hand-painted on both sides, 34½ x 24 in. (40½ x 29½ in. with its outer frame), c. 1840, depicting a British military officer, likely a rendition of the Duke of Wellington. It appears to have been mounted outdoors at some time. Both sides have the identical painting of the Duke in his military uniform, surrounded by a inner ornate gold wreath device. There is no inscription on the sign; apparently the name of the tavern was on a separate sign above as there are screw holes along the top of the frame. The green wooden outer frame is in heavily weathered shape, however the paintings themselves have held up far better. One side is in excellent condition, with three chips scattered among Wellington's buttons. The other side is in somewhat lesser condition, having weathered more, with some flaking throughout Wellington's jacket. No doubt this side of the sign faced the weather. Both sides have evidence of old repainting, which was probably necessary from time to time with an outdoor sign. Highly colorful and original. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1078		Impressive Early "Zouave" Uniform. Gray/tan Zouave jacket, vest, trousers, sash, leggings, stocking cap, brogans and shirt, c. 1870. The jacket is single breasted and trimmed with black tape. The classic Zouave loop on the jacket is made of black embroidery with a center of yellow. The vest is made of the same material as jacket with black taped trim. The trousers are red wool with a narrow gold stripe running down the edges. The sash is orange-red wool with rough red tassels at each end. The leggings are made of white canvas with twelve brass 4-hole buttons down each leg. The shoes are brogan-style with brass grommets in the lace holes. The stocking cap is knitted red wool. The white cotton shirt is the only piece from the set that appears to be of modern manufacture, a size 7, added to complete the uniform for display. In an accompanying letter from expert Les Jensen, he observes: "The general materials and workmanship of the jacket, vest, and trousers (jodhpur or breeches pattern) indicate a late 19th-early 20th century production. The single machine made buttonhole confirms the late nineteenth century date. The Zouave craze lasted until late in the 19th century and even after, in military units, circuses, bands, plays, etc.The leggings have no diagnostic features that allow dating, though brass, stippled buttons do date from at least the 1870s. The side profile of the shoes, particularly the profile from the toe to the closure, suggest an 1870's-1880's date. They are very similar to U.S. Army shoes from that period. The sash and stocking cap are not further identifiable. While the jacket and vest clearly originated together, the other pieces may have been added over time. The remaining pieces appear to be added, though the leggings may be a part of the set. Some barely noticeable cattered soiling to the jacket, trousers, and leggings, but overall in very nice condition. The first such Zouave uniform we have offered. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1079		Late Civil War-Plains Indian Wars Canteen. A Good late Civil War-Plains Indian Wars Canteen circa, late 1860's-1870's. Canvas cover marked: "10", "crossed rifles","2 LA" (2nd Louisiana Infantry), other side stamped "U.S." Has original arsenal leather strap and original stopper. A few scattered stains as to be expected from usage and wear but overall condition very good. No tears or rips. Note: Many Civil War canteens deemed "serviceable" were modified/altered canvas covered/re-covered to New Arsenal regulation specifications and were even known to be used up through the Spanish American War and WW I. Estimated Value $300 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $240
Lot 1080		"Napoleon & Josephine" Painted Bone Gamebox. Napoleonic prisoner-of-war made, 6½ x 2½ x 1 in. high carved bone gamebox with lid of two colorfully painted images of Napoleon and Josephine under glass, c. 1814. The box is constructed of wood covered with thin, inscribed bone panels. Now empty, it once contained pieces for playing a game. The bone panels are nicely decorated with floral designs and the painted figures of Napoleon and Josephine are bright and detailed, produced by a prisoner of war. The box exhibits a certain amount of chipping and wear, a small crack along the right side, and a loose panel above the sliding lid. Still, this is a rare, one of a kind item, related to the exiled French military leader. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1081		"Pennsylvania National Guards of Philadelphia". Sepia-toned "View of the Rear Companies of the 1st Regiment," photograph by the U.S. Inst. Photo Co., 10 x 11½ in., c. 1880. Mounted on poster board with very wide margins. Featuring the march of the "Pennsylvania National Guards, of Philadelphia," with "Col. T.E. Weidersheim commanding." Key figures have been highlighted and retouched by a professional--who has added miniature portraits to many of the faces. Warped photo is very sharp and distinct. Listed as #102 in a series of images taken from the same parade. Estimated Value $200 - 300. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold