Another fabulous Civil War grouping identified to Captain Henry J. Gifford who served with valor in multiple New York Regiments. Civil War groupings of this caliber rarely surface in today's market. Most are found at high-end auctions so we are proud to offer this opportunity to our customers.
First the history - Captain Heny J. Gifford enlisted on 4/25/1861 at Rochester, New York as a Drummer. On 5/14/1861, Gifford was mustered into the 13th New York Infantry, Co. A. On 8/30/1861, he commissioned into the 33rd New York Infantry, Co. D. Subsequently, records show Capt. Gifford was wounded at the Battle of Antietam in September 1862, shot through his left hand by an accidental discharge of a musket. During the months of May & June 1863, he was left in command of the regiment by order of Major General Sedgewick. This order was repeated several times as Sedgewick had the utmost confidence in his leadership.
Gifford transferred out of the 33rd New York on 10/1/1863 and into the 49th New York Infantry. He was promoted several times throughout the War. On 5/27/1861 he was promoted to 2nd Lieut., 1st Lieut. on 8/30/1861, and Captain on 2/5/1862. Capt. Gifford was finally mustered out on 7/3/1865 at Hall's Hill, Virginia. According to the newspaper cut found in the family tintype, Gifford worked for the American Express Co. after the War and was highly recognized. Who would have thought an enlisted private as a Drummer would rise to the rank and leadership that Gifford accomplished. Overall, just a great Civil War history.

Now for the item descriptions. There are 11 items in this wonderful grouping. Lets start with the three fabulous 1/4 plate images in this collection. All three cases are magnificent and working properly. One is a patriotic case with eagle, shield, cannons, etc. Another has what appears to be a French scene with a horse. The other a flower pattern arrangement. The images are clear and depict Gifford in his uniform with his family along with a newspaper clipping detailing his work at American Express, another image of himself in civilian garb, and the other a family member, possibly his brother. The fourth item is Gifford's sword belt plate. The plate exhibits lots of detail and gilt and is identified on the reverse "Major H.J. Gifford Civil War" in two lines. No doubt inscribed after the War but attributed to Gifford. The next three items are lockets of various types holding an image of Gifford, what appears to be a woven lock of his wife's hair and a smaller locket holding strands of hair, possibly Gifford's. I say this because the larger locket is more ornate and like a piece of jewelry. The eigth item is Gifford's G.A.R. medal denoting him as a veteran at Gettysburg, showing he was present and fit for duty at the Battle of Gettysburg. The ninth item is what apppears to be a sterling silver hair clip and so marked on the reverse, possibly his wife's. The tenth item is a beautiful silver shield badge with the inscription "Williamsburg May 5th, 1862" in two lines. The final item is the highlight of this grouping. Just a gorgeous identified silver corps badge, I may also add a very unique badge. The silver corps badge is in the shape of a cross with fancy engraving throughout. A beautiful shield is in the center with "USA" in the center. The inscription above the shield reads "Capt. H.J. Gifford." The clasp is present on the reverse and working properly. I have seen prices for corps badges of this caliber and quality in the market for the asking price of this grouping alone. The corps badge along with the "Williamsburg " shield would realize big dollars in the market. Here is an opportunity to purchase a wonderful identified grouping with the personal artifacts of an officer who served gallantly in the Civil War.

An identified M1850 Officers sword identified to Charles B. Wagner of the 27th Pennsylvania Infantry, Co. E. The sword hilt exhibits an untouched chocolate brown patina and is of the cutout Eagle variety, common of imported M1850 Officer swords. The sword grip is near perfect and retains the original wire strands and fishskin cover. The sword is stamped on the ricasso "W. WALSCHEID" on one side and the "PROVED" gold inlay is on the other. This stamp was to identify premium craftsmanship and quality. The blade is dark but still exhibits the etching on both sides of blade. The scabbard has certainly seen battle service as there is dings and dents throughout but does not effect the sword's ability to be drawn or sheathed. There is a slice along the seam of the scabbard about a fingernails width. A fancy inscription is found on the scabbard near the top mounts and under throat piece that reads "Lieut. Ch. Wagner 27th Regt. P.V."
Charles B. Wagner enlisted in the 27th Pennsylvania Infantry, Co. E on 6/13/1861 as a 1st Sergeant. He was promoted several times throughout the War, 2nd Lt.(As of Co. I), 1st Lt. on 5/12/1862, and Captain on 3/20/1863. Wagner was mustered out on 6/11/1864. Records show Lieut. Wagner was present and fought at the Battle of Gettysburg. The 27th Pennsylvania fought in most major engagements with the Army of the Potomac during the Civil War.

An amazing grouping obtained directly from the family and never before offered on the market. All items in this grouping are identified to Jasper H. Goodrich of the 12th Georgia Light Artillery as well as the 63rd Georgia Infantry. Goodrich enlisted on 4/10/1862 as a private and served with the 12th Georgia Light Artillery, Co. A. He later mustered into the 63rd Georgia Infantry, Co. A, where he was listed sick on 9/9/1864 at the Floyd House Hospital in Macon, Georgia. Jasper Goodrich was a resident of Richmond County.

Now for the item descriptions. There are a total of seven items in this grouping, counting the cased Adams revolver as one item. First item is a CDV of Jasper H. Goodrich with his name "J.H. Goodrich" penciled on the back. The second item is a silver badge with the name "J.H. Goodrich" at the top in a banner surrounded by a fancy design and his Regiment "Co. A 63" Ga. - VOL. INF. - C.S.A. - WAR 1861-5" in five lines. The clasp is present on the reverse. Definitely a post-war badge but identified to Goodrich. Third item is a 22nd Reunion Medal of the Veterans of Macon, Georgia. The medal has a nice brown even patina and the blue & red paint is nearly all there around the shield, with the clasp present on the reverse - great condition. The fourth item is a Confederate book "Under the Stars and Bars, Memories of Four Years Service - Oglethorpes." The book is a regimental type documenting the service, battles, and tribulations of the Oglethorpe Infantry. Between some of the pages, there are period newspaper clippings and obituaries of some of the soldiers who fought for the unit. The fifth item is two heart-warming letters and one envelope addressed to Jasper Goodrich. The first letter is two pages from the company surgeon notifying Jasper's father, Henry Goodrich, that Jasper Goodrich has contracted typhoid fever and is stationed at a home where he is receiving treatment. The letter tries to put his father at ease, just incredible reading. The second letter is from Jasper Goodrich to his brother describing how much marching they have accomplished, over mountains and searching for the Federals. He details a fatal accident - a guard accidentally shooting another guard while on duty during the night. The letter is in light pencil but readable. The sixth item is a fabulous diary. Oh-what a diary! A Pocket 1861 Diary definitely identified to Jasper Goodrich. On the inside latch is the date written "1861", above the date are the intials "JHG". Below the date is written "January 1861". Inside the back pocket is a receipt from 1861 for $4.75 for "soles & heels". On the first page of the diary is written "Presented to JHG by H.A. Powers." Incredibly, the first entry on January 1st, 1861 is written "Pd for Adams Revolver $18.00." !!! This is no doubt the Cased Adams revovler in this grouping. Goodrich details the movement and activities of the Oglethorpe Regiment. He even makes fun of himself by writing in one entry "Shot at a Partridge 5 times and missed." The seventh item is the highlight - an awesome cased Adams Revolver with original wood case and accoutrements. The accoutrements include the powder flask, cap tin (full of caps), brass bullet mold marked "Mass Arms Co. Chicopee Falls", and gun tool along with 10 lead balls. The revolver has generous amount of blue throughout including barrel and cylinder. The wood grips are perfect. The action is loose but functionally sound. The address on the barrel reads "Made for Adams Revolvers Arms Co. N.Y., By Mass Arms Co. Chicopee Falls, Patent May 9, 1853 - June 3, 1856 - April 7 1857" in three lines.
Groupings of this quality do not come along often, especially with Confederate provenance. Here is an opportunity to acquire an outstanding collection without paying the high auction prices.

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A incredible identified grouping of a Confederate soldier who served the State of Georgia.

A nice honest untouched Colt Model 1860 Army revolver with early serial number of 11338. Known as the 4-screw type with the early address of "Address Col. Sam Colt New-York U.S. America." The "Colts patent" is stamped on the left side of the frame. This model has the 44 ca. Cylinder roll scene of the Battle of the Texas Navy and Mexico. All of the serial numbers match including the wedge. The walnut grips are complete and a cartouche is present. The loading lever works and the gun is mechanically sound. No blue to be found but the barrell and casing exhibits a nice even look. The Colt M1860 Army revolver was the major revolver used by U.S. troops during the Civil War and 127,156 were acquired by the Union government for that conflict. An untouched revolver that was never messed with or taken apart.

A beautiful 4th Ohio Cavalry V.C. badge with a list of battle honors under ribbon. The badge/ribbon is in excellent condition and retains all of its tassels (seldom encountered). The ribbon reads "1861 4th O.V.V.C. 1865, Affectionate Remembrance For A Comrade Who Served His Country." The T-bar at top reads "O.V. (Crossed Sabers) V.C." A great flag ribbbon is pinned at the very top of the badge. The back of the ribbon has the manufacturers red seal, still intact! Under the top ribbon is the manufacturer label "The Pettibone Bros. Mfg. Co., Cincinnati, Ohio" along with a sales presentation. The best part is the complete list of battles that the 4th Ohio Cavalry were engaged, broken down by year starting in 1862 through 1865. Some of the more notable battles were Nashville, Chattanooga, Franklin, Stone River, Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, Atlanta and Selma. This item is a "must" for the badge/ribbon and especially the Ohio Cavalry collector. This is the first specimen of this type/quality I have had the pleasure to offer.