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KIA ON JULY 2, 1863 AT GETTYSBURG
CN12. CONFEDERATE - IDENTIFIED WOOD DRUM CANTEEN – SGT. JOACHIM GIBSON COMPANY I, 7th LOUISIANA INFANTRY (LOUISIANA TIGERS) – KIA ON JULY 2, 1863 AT GETTYSBURG: This Confederate cedar wood canteen is in excellent condition, retaining both iron retention bands and all three tin bracket straps as well as the original spout. Threaded through the strap brackets is the original, thin, russet brown leather sling strap that has parallel, impressed, shallow fullers on either side of the entire strap. The strap is in fair condition, although quite dry with a small broken section in one area which someone seemingly glued together a long time ago. It has been left in the condition found. Inked on the exterior, finished side of the sling strap is “Joachim Gibson Co I”
Joachim Gibson, a 28-year-old, unmarried laborer, an immigrant from England living in New Orleans, enlisted in early June 1861, at the rank of Private; quickly promoted to the rank of 1st Corporal, in July 1861, Gibson accompanied his regiment to Virginia, where he was captured during the engagement at Port Republic, on June 9, 1862. After two months in captivity, Gibson was exchanged in early August at Aikens Landing (Aiken’s Landing was located on the north bank of the James River – the Richmond side – just above Varina, and just below the site of where the Dutch Gap Canal was built, in the general vicinity, but up river, of Deep Bottom. Obstructions had been placed in the James in the neighborhood of Drewry’s Bluff, so Aiken’s Landing was a convenient down-river point at whichto transfer Confederate and Federal prisoners.)
Gibson was most likely out of equipment at the time of his exchange and was probably issued this canteen notlong after he rejoined his regiment. At this point in their service, the 7th Louisiana, nicknamed the “Tigers” had shed their original, colorful, elaborate Zouave style uniforms and obtained more practical uniforms akin to the soldiers of the Army of Northern Virginia. Research does not reveal if Gibson immediately rejoined his regiment upon his exchange, but he does reappear on the company rolls in January 1863; during the Fall and early Winter of 1862, the Tigers would participate in the Battles of Antietam and Fredericksburg. In the Spring of 1863, Gibson, along with his regiment, would participate in the Battle of Chancellorsville. According to records at the Confederate Memorial Hall in New Orleans, Gibson was killed in action, on July 2, 1863, during the 7th Louisiana’s assault on Cemetery Hill. Shipping & Insurance included. $5900.00
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C472. CONFEDERATE – ISAAC & Co - IMPORTED BRITISH PATTERN 1853 SABER: This is a very nice example of a Confederate Imported British Pattern 1853 Enlisted Dragoon Saber, often referred to by collectors as an Enfield Cavalry Saber. This pattern of saber was the standard saber used by British Enlisted cavalrymen and dragoons. It is believed that approximately 5,000 thousand of these sabers were imported into the Confederacy during the American Civil War. These numbers are based upon extrapolated numbers from existing blockade-runner manifests, but it is possible that slightly more or less were purchased. Some of the sabers were purchased by the Confederate Government central government, but some were also purchased by individual Confederate States, and others were likely purchased simply on speculation by arms dealers and blockade runners looking to make some fast money. Most of the Confederate central government purchases were from S. Isaac & Campbell of London. These sabers are simply stamped ISAAC & CO on the spine of the blade, which indicates that the sword was purchased by the Confederacy. The sabers used by the British Military and their various colonial forces are typically well marked with British acceptance marks and often unit marks as well. The sabers produced for export to the Confederacy were mostly unmarked (with the exceptions noted above), and never bear British military marks at all.
The Confederate Imported; British Pattern 1853 Enlisted Dragoon Saber offered here is in about VERY FINE condition overall. The saber is full length and retains its original scabbard and the spine of the blade is clearly marked with the desirable ISAAC & Co mark. The blade has a light brown speckle patina; has never been cleaned; is nick free and never sharpened. The original blade washer gone. The hilt is tight and the guard and pommel have a deep rich brown patina. The pressed leather grip panel in GOOD++ condition with little loss of leather and only a little srinkage. The scabbard is in VERY Nice++ condition overall with the original black finish and is the correct Civil War era pattern with its tall pointed suspension ring mounts. Overall, this is a much better condition example than normally seen for sale. Shipping & Insurance included. $2400.00
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A355. MODEL 1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD: This is an import Model 1850 Staff & Field sword. The blade is not maker or retailer marked, but is etched “EISENHAUER” near the base of the blade, and “US” and the American Eagle. The blade has a mottled gray patina with no rust or pitting, and never sharpened. There is no blade washer, but the hilt is tight. The guard and pommel cap have 100% original muted gold wash , and the grip has 90% original shark skin and 100% original twisted wire. The scabbard is in near-mint condition with 100% black finish and 100% original matching muted gold wash mounts. The drag shows a little wear. Shipping & Insurance is free. $975.00
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F536. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER – 19TH NEW YORK VOLUNTEER CAVALRY SERIAL NUMBER RANGE: This Remington New Model Army Revolver is serial number 55123, which is one digit from a known 19th New York Vol. Cavalry issued Remington revolver: 55124 A 10 64CO I 19TH NY VOL CAV. As such, there is a high probability this gun also went to this unit.
The 19th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, also known as the 1st New York Dragoons, was a prominent Union cavalry unit during the American Civil War. The regiment was organized at Portage, New York, and officially mustered into service on September 2, 1862. The regiment earned a high reputation for discipline and was involved in approximately 65 battles and skirmishes.
The revolver is in Good+++ condition with a gray finish, light traces of original finish, and sharp edges. The action is tight and properly cycles and holds both half & full cock positions. The grips are original with a barely visible cartouche on the right side. The soldier who carried the revolver carved out the grip for a lanyard, and scratch his initials on the bottom. The barrel has strong rifling and the Remington New Model mark on the barrel top is very strong. Shipping & Insurance included. $1700.00
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F534. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER – 5TH ILLINOIS VOLUNTEER CAVALRY SERIAL NUMBER RANGE: This Remington New Model Army Revolver is serial number 28996, which is one digit from a known 5th Illinois issued Remington revolver: 28995 A 65CO E 5TH ILL VOL CAV (ISSUED). As such, there is a high probability this gun also went to this unit.
The 5th Illinois Volunteer Cavalry Regiment (1861–1865)was a prominent Union unit in the American Civil War, organized at Camp Butler, Illinois, and known for service in the Western Theater, notably the Vicksburg Campaign. Key Campaigns & Actions: The regiment participated in the advance on Corinth (1862), the Siege of Vicksburg (1863), and operations near Canton, Mississippi. Major Battles: Battle of Corinth (Oct 1862), actions around Snyder's Bluff (June 1863), and various skirmishes in Missouri, Arkansas, and Mississippi.
The revolver is in Good++ to Fine condition with much original blue finish. The action is tight and properly cycles and holds both half & full cock positions. The grips are original with a faint cartouche on the right side, and a crack that was period repaired. Normally the barrel is 8 inches long, but this is 7 1/4 long with vice-clamp marks indicating the barrel was removed and period shortened, most likely from damage in the field, and an added brass front site. The Remington New Model mark on the barrel top is very strong. Shipping & Insurance included. $2100.00******************************************************************************************************************************
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CN06. CONFEDERATE CEDAR WOOD CANTEEN: This is a Confederate cedar wood canteen complete in original condition with all original wood, two steel bans and three steel sling cross straps. There has a name carved on it, but it is difficult to get a positive identification. The initials “RO.” may be for the name Robert, and the next initial, which initially looked like and “H” is in fact an “I” followed by more letters that are difficult to make out. Also, there is the letter “R” and on the opposite side is a Letter “B” with no other marks. It is a great looking Confederate Canteen in original untouched condition. Shipping & insurance is included. $1900.00
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