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PC2261
Bullet Collection
This bullet collection consists of 45 different types of Civil War bullets
typically found in Virginia Civil War campsites, battlefields and trails.
These examples are all in in good dropped condition with the exception of 2
fired examples. Represented
in this collection are:
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.69 cal. plug cavity 3
ringer |
.54 cal. Merrill Carbine |
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.577 cal. swage base 3
ringer |
.54 cal. Burnside Carbine Dish Base |
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.58 cal. nose cast 3 ringer |
.54 cal. Burnside Carbine Flat Base |
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Three types of Enfields (.577 &
.54 cal.) |
.56 cal Spencer Carbine |
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.58 cal. Georgia teat 3
ringer |
Two .52 cal. Smith Carbine |
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.69 cal. conical cavity 3
ringer |
.44 cal. Bartholow |
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.69 cal. Prussian |
.44 cal. Colt Dragoon
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Fired 3 ringer |
.44 cal. Colt Dragoon early model |
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Fired Gardner |
.44 cal. Hazard or Johnson and Dow |
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.58 cal. Wash. Arsenal "star
base" 3 ringer |
.44 cal. Colt Army Revolver |
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.58 cal. Gardner |
.44 cal. Sage Waterproof for Revolver |
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.54 cal. Gardner |
.44 cal. Colt Army Revolver variant |
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.58 cal. 3 ringer |
.37 cal. Maynard Carbine |
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Type I Williams Cleaner |
.36 cal. Colt |
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Type II Williams Cleaner |
.32 cal. Pistol with conical base |
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Type III Williams Cleaner |
.32 cal. Pistol |
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Ringtail Sharps |
.28 cal. Pistol |
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Triangle Base French Minie |
.69 cal. Round Ball |
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Four types of Sharps Carbine |
.44 cal. Round Ball |
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.54 cal. Starr Carbine |
Buck Shot |
These bullets will make a nice collection on their own or will act as a very
nice starter collection for a Civil War bullet enthusiast. The bullets
pictured are the exact bullets you will receive. $195.00
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PC1631
L Base .57 Cal. Enfield Bullet
Recovered From
Blockade Runner "Modern Greece"
I am excited
once again to have the opportunity to offer a few more Enfield bullets with
wood plugs, all recovered from the English steamer "Modern
Greece" by diver Bill Epperson of North Carolina. In the early hours of
June 27th, 1862 The "Modern Greece", a blockade runner, was attempting to
deliver weapons and ammunition to the Confederate troops and ran aground off
Fort Fisher, NC while being fired upon by the US Navy. It eventually sank
leaving its cargo resting in only a few feet of water. The bullet is in
excellent condition with an ashen grey patina and the letter "L" stamped in
the base. One of the more amazing aspects about this find is the fact that
the wood plug filling the base of this bullet is still intact. This is an
excellent opportunity to own a piece of the cargo from this historic
Confederate blockade runner. This bullet will come with its own certificate
of authenticity signed by Bill Epperson. Please see additional pictures and
the certificate by clicking on the thumbnail picture to the left. To read
more about the Modern Greece click on the link above. The bullet in the
picture is the exact bullet you will receive and it measures approximately .57
x 1.08 inches. I was able to acquire 10 of these Enfield bullets
directly from Bill Epperson so, if you want additional bullets, each with
certificates, in similar condition please let me know. SOLD
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PC2256
Thirty .44 Caliber Pistol Bullets - 3 Types
These thirty dropped .44 caliber Colt pistol bullets are all excavated from
the Harpers Ferry, WV. area and are all in good condition. There are
10 examples of 3 different variations including Colt army revolver bullets
on the first and second rows, and Colt dragoon or revolving bullets on the
third row. The 30 bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will
receive. SOLD
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PC2240
Bullet Grouping
This group of 26 dropped excavated bullets include seventeen .58 caliber
three ringers, 3 Confederate Gardner bullets, 3 Sharps carbine bullets, a
.69 caliber three ringer and two .69 caliber round balls. According to
the accompanying information these were originally purchased from the Horse
Soldier of Gettysburg, PA in the late 1980's to early 1990's as bullets
recovered from Gettysburg. These bullets are a nice sampling from a
historic battle. SOLD
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PC1630
L Base .57 Cal. Enfield Bullet
Recovered From
Blockade Runner "Modern Greece"
I am excited
once again to have the opportunity to offer a few more Enfield bullets with
wood plugs, all recovered from the English steamer "Modern
Greece" by diver Bill Epperson of North Carolina. In the early hours of
June 27th, 1862 The "Modern Greece", a blockade runner, was attempting to
deliver weapons and ammunition to the Confederate troops and ran aground off
Fort Fisher, NC while being fired upon by the US Navy. It eventually sank
leaving its cargo resting in only a few feet of water. The bullet is in
excellent condition with an ashen grey patina and the letter "L" stamped in
the base. One of the more amazing aspects about this find is the fact that
the wood plug filling the base of this bullet is still intact. This is an
excellent opportunity to own a piece of the cargo from this historic
Confederate blockade runner. This bullet will come with its own certificate
of authenticity signed by Bill Epperson. Please see additional pictures and
the certificate by clicking on the thumbnail picture to the left. To read
more about the Modern Greece click on the link above. The bullet in the
picture is the exact bullet you will receive and it measures approximately
.57
x 1.08 inches. I was able to acquire 10 of these Enfield bullets
directly from Bill Epperson so, if you want additional bullets, each with
certificates, in similar condition please let me know. SOLD
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PC134
.69 Caliber Tower Bullet "Dot Base" Variant
This big beautiful .69 caliber Tower bullet is one of the best I have ever
come across. The bullet has a chalky white nearly unblemished patina.
The bullet has a thick skirt and a small dot in its base. Dot base
Tower bullets are unusual and this bullet is a premium example.
Ref. M&M 214v. $95.00
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PC2195
.36 Caliber Maynard Carbine Bullet
This excavated solid base .36 caliber Maynard dropped carbine
bullet is in excellent condition and has a nice white patina covered by a
thin layer of dirt which is typical of the way bullets are found in a wooded
area. The fine example has a visible mold seam and one ring. It
was
was excavated from a Confederate campsite in southern Alabama. More
specific information regarding its find will be given to the buyer.
According to Thomas and Thomas' book, "A Handbook of Civil War Bullets and
Cartridges", "Dr. Edward Maynard held patent #22,565 dated January 11, 1859.
By this patent, cartridge cases for the Maynard carbine were made of drawn
brass to form a tube with a closed end. A brass disk was soldered to
the base of the tube. The large diameter of the base was to aid in
extracting the case after firing. The cartridge was separate primed--a
perforation in the base leads into the powder charge." This
bullet will display very nicely in any bullet collection. Ref. T&T 77
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PC191
.32 Caliber Self-Contained Volcanic Bullet
This .32 caliber self-contained volcanic bullet is in excellent condition.
The exterior of the bullet has a very pleasing pale white patina with five
rings starting about halfway down (note: the bullet is significantly whiter
than the pictures indicate). According to Thomas and Thomas' book, "A
Handbook of Civil War Bullets and Cartridges", the base of these unusual
bullets were sealed with either cork only, cork and brass, or cork and iron.
I believe this example to be that of cork and iron but am not 100 % sure.
Also according to the Thomas' book, "Smith & Wesson held the patent (#14,147
dated January 22, 1856) for these bullets. There are many variants
found in the rings and the bases. This example will be an excellent
addition to any bullet collection. Ref. T&T 15A
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PC2229
Bullet Lodged In Wood
This bullet in wood measures approximately 2 x 4 inches. The bullet is
solidly in imbedded and still mostly surrounded by the wood. Shot
bullets are commonly found but it is a rare occurance to recover one in
wood. It is believed that this relic was recovered from the great
state of Georgia.
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PC1485
Confederate Gardner "Blow Thru" Bullet
This excavated Confederate Gardner "blow thru" bullet is a unique relic.
Due to the thin walls of the bullet nose, caused by improper casting, the
force of the firing would cause the bullet to be "blown-through". This is
an excellent display piece for any Civil war bullet collection or general
relic collection. SOLD
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PC1655
10 Carved Bullets
These 10 carved or whittled bullets
are from
the collection of
Richard E. Clem of Maryland. Carved or whittled bullets are special in
that they were directly handled by the soldier. Each one of these
bullets exhibit whittling marks that were made by a knife and not a the
result of a diggers shovel or tractor disc or plow. Some show greater
detail and workmanship than others but ALL were whittled. A relic
hunter since the early sixties, Mr. Clem dug these items in various
battlefields and campsites in the area of Berryville, VA as well as Charles
Town, WV. For more information about relic hunter Richard Clem click the
link on his name above.
These bullets
will make an excellent addition to any collection. SOLD
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PC1629
L Base .57 Cal. Enfield Bullet
Recovered From
Blockade Runner "Modern Greece"
I am excited
once again to have the opportunity to offer a few more Enfield bullets with
wood plugs, all recovered from the English steamer "Modern
Greece" by diver Bill Epperson of North Carolina. In the early hours of
June 27th, 1862 The "Modern Greece", a blockade runner, was attempting to
deliver weapons and ammunition to the Confederate troops and ran aground off
Fort Fisher, NC while being fired upon by the US Navy. It eventually sank
leaving its cargo resting in only a few feet of water. The bullet is in
excellent condition with an ashen grey patina and the letter "L" stamped in
the base. One of the more amazing aspects about this find is the fact that
the wood plug filling the base of this bullet is still intact. This is an
excellent opportunity to own a piece of the cargo from this historic
Confederate blockade runner. This bullet will come with its own certificate
of authenticity signed by Bill Epperson. Please see additional pictures and
the certificate by clicking on the thumbnail picture to the left. To read
more about the Modern Greece click on the link above. The bullet in the
picture is the exact bullet you will receive and it measures approximately .57
x 1.05 inches. I was able to acquire 10 of these Enfield bullets
directly from Bill Epperson so, if you want additional bullets, each with
certificates, in similar condition please let me know. $33.00
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PC157
.36 Caliber "Tear Drop" Bullet
This .36 caliber "tear drop" pistol bullet is in very good dropped
condition. It has one ring, a light mold seam, and is approximately
.621 inches in length. The patina is that of a slick lightly yellowed
white and there is a distinct sprue mark on the base. Ref. Mason and
McKee #99. $15.00
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PC2178
4 Framed .44 Caliber Colt Pistol BulletsThese 4 framed
.44 caliber Colt bullets are all in very good condition. Long ago a
Richmond area relic hunter, now deceased, took the time to proudly display a
few of his nice finds. It appears that he simply used a spot of glue
to keep these 4 bullets held on to the red felt covered backing to the
frame. These four bullets already display very nicely and would look
nice hung on a small wall area of a den or office. The digger
recovered his relics in campsites and battlefields in and around the
Richmond, VA area. The frame measures 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 inches.
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PC2071
Ten Merrill Carbine Bullets
These ten
Merrill carbine bullets are all in good dropped condition. Excavated in the
Petersburg, VA area the ten bullets pictured are the exact ones you will
receive.
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PC2074
Thirty .69 Caliber Round Ball
30 dropped .69
caliber round balls all recovered in the area of
Brandy
Station,
VA. All are in good dropped condition. These will make for a great display
and the bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will receive.. $65.00
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PC2070
Ten Ringtail Sharps Carbine Bullets
These ten
ringtail sharps carbine bullets are in good dropped condition and were
excavated in the area of
Petersburg, VA. The bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will
receive. $65.00
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PC2073
Fifteen .69 Caliber 3 Ring Bullets
These fifteen .69 caliber 3 ring bullets or, more appropriately referred to
as "fat boys", were some of the largest bullets to be fired from a rifle.
The damage they would have inflicted is beyond comprehension. These
particular examples are not perfect but most have nice white patinas.
The bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will receive. $35.00
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PC2072
Ten Smith Carbine Bullets
These ten Smith carbine bullets are all in good dropped condition and are
all from various
Petersburg, VA campsites, battlefields, and trails. All
have nice white patinas and the bullets pictured are the exact bullets you
will receive.
Ref. M&M 70 and T&T 73. $55.00
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PC2069
Thirty Burnside Carbine Bullets
These thirty Burnside are in fair dropped condition and a few on the bottom
row still have remnants of the brass cartridge. All were recovered
from various
Petersburg, VA campsites, battlefields, and trails. The
bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will receive.
Ref. M&M 119 and T&T 89.
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PC428
.58 Caliber Agar Machine Gun Cartridge
This is a Civil War relic you won't see everyday. This non-excavated
.58 caliber Agar machine gun cartridge is in outstanding condition.
These
cartridges were used in a machine gun invented by Wilson Agar and nicknamed
the "coffee mill" due to its loading hopper on the top of the gun. This
hopper would feed the ammunition into the barrel of the gun. The ammunition
used was a re-loadable 2 3/4 inch steel cylinder had a nipple on one end,
gun powder in the middle and a bullet closely resembling a Type III Williams
cleaner bullet at the other end. The steel cylinders were placed in the
hopper and fell into place to be fired as the crank handle on the side was
rotated in a clockwise direction. For further information on this gun go to
Civil War Machine Guns and scroll to the bottom of the page. At one end
of the cartridge is the firing nipple and at the other end is a .58 caliber
Williams bullet that was inserted for display purposes. The
approximate length is 2 7/8 inches and diameter is 1 inch. Ref. "Civil War
Projectiles II Small Arms & Field Artillery with supplement" by McKee and
Mason, Cartridges section, page 88, #133. $295.00
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PC1946
.69 Caliber Garibaldi Bullet
This .69 caliber Garibaldi bullet is another one of the "big boys" that
could definitely do some damage. This bullet is in good dropped condition
with a visible mold seam and a slight bend in the skirt. This bullet
comes from a collection of relics assembled in northern Va. over several
decades. Ref.
M&M 199 $45.00
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PC1087
.58 Caliber Bullet "US in Base"
This excavated .58 caliber bullet with "US" stamped in the base is from the
collection of
Dennis Irvin. This particular bullet is in fair condition with a visible
"US" stamping in the cavity. Mr. Irving hunted campsites in several areas
in central Virginia with several important finds coming from the area of
Brandy
Station, VA. These particular finds, on October 29, 1977, are
documented in a chapter from Howard Crouch's book "Relic Hunter" and the
story of these finds can be read by
clicking here. M&M 342 and T&T 152.
$55.00
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PC1873
20 Swage Base Bullets
These twenty
.58 caliber swage base 3 ring bullets are in fair to good dropped condition.
All are from the collection of
James Renfrow, Sr. and were excavated in various areas east of Richmond, VA.
The 20 bullets pictured are the exact bullets you will receive.
$65.00
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PC1862
16 Various Pulled Bullets
Offered in this group are 16 various bullets and round balls all of which
have been "pulled". A pulled bullet was one that needed to be
extracted from the barrel of the gun after misfiring. The beauty of
these bullets is that they have not only been handled once, but twice, by
the soldier. For rifles, a screw or corkscrew device would be
attached to the end of the ramrod. The rod would then be inserted into
the gun up to the tip of the bullet and then turned so as to attach or grab
the bullet. Once securely attached, the rod would then be withdrawn to
extract the bullet. Included in this group are the following: a
.69 cal. three ringer, a swage base, an enfield, several .58 cal. bullets, a
picket, 2 round balls, a Shaler top section, a type I and III Williams
cleaner, a Colt .44 caliber, .44 cal Colt dragoon, and a Washington
arsenal bullet with the star in the base. When the ramrod was screwed
into the Enfield bullet, it was screwed in so far that it created a bulge
inside the skirt of the bullet. I have attempted to show this in the
additional pictures. I have also pictured the interior of the
Washington Arsenal bullet showing the star. These examples all
have nice white patinas and will make an excellent display group for any
collection. SOLD
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PC1794
Five Spencer Cartridges
These five Spencer carbine cartridges are still remarkably solid condition
considering how long they were buried. None of them are perfect, but
none of them are "put togethers" either. All five were recovered by
the late James Renfrow Sr. at Harrison's Landing in Charles City County, VA.
James was a hunting buddy of the renowned relic hunter Gene Cooley.
$65.00
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PC1654
10 Carved Bullets
These 10 carved or whittled bullets
are from the collection of
Richard E. Clem of Maryland. Carved or whittled bullets are
the result of Civil War soldiers with a lot of idle time. What makes
them so special is the fact that these particular bullets spent time in the
hands of the soldier. One can only imagine a group sitting around the
campfire swapping stories about back home or admitting to missing a girl all
the while whittling away a piece of artwork only to be recovered 100 years
later by a relic hunter wandering through the same campsite. A relic hunter since the early
sixties, Mr. Clem dug these items in various battlefields and campsites in
the area of Berryville, VA as well as Charles Town, WV. For more
information about relic hunter Richard Clem click the link on his name
above. These
bullets will make an excellent addition to any collection.
$65.00
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PC1659
Unlisted "Baby Belgian" Bullet
This rare and unlisted Confederate .58 cal. "Baby Belgian" bullet is in
excellent condition. These bullets are referenced in Vol. XIV
No. 5 July - August issue of the North South Trader's Civil War magazine.
A copy of the article will be included with the bullet. $395.00
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PC1658
Unlisted .50 Caliber Sterling Price Bullet
This unlisted Confederate Sterling Price bullet is in excellent condition.
These rare bullets are referenced in Vol. XIV No. 5 July - August issue of
the North South Trader's Civil War magazine. A copy of the article
will be included with the bullet. $375.00
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PC1618
30 Confederate Gardner Bullets
This group of 30 fired and misshaped Confederate Gardner bullets were all
excavated in the
Petersburg, VA area. The bullets pictured are the
exact bullets you will receive. $115.00
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PC1544
11 mm. Pin Fire Short Cartridge
This excavated 11 mm. pin fire short cartridge is in very good condition.
The brass hull is in excellent condition with no cracks, breaks, or repairs
and the bullet has a dirty brown patina with some white showing through.
The stem on the cartridge is secure and complete. The cartridge is a
strong solid relic and will make for an excellent addition to any
collection. This cartridge is from a collection of relics out of
Richmond, Virginia. Ref. similar to M&M 114 cartridge section. $35.00
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PC1504
Picket Bullet
This very nice Picket bullet for country rifle is in excellent condition and
has a very nice even white patina. It measures approximately .418 x
.804 inches. This bullet is from a collection of relics that were
excavated from various campsites and battlefields in and around Richmond,
Virginia in the 1970s. $35.00
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PC1503
.69 Caliber Prussian Bullet - Variant
This .69 caliber Prussian bullet, variant, is one BIG bullet and is in good
dropped condition. It measures approximately .677 x 1.20 inches.
This bullet is from a collection of relics that were excavated from various
campsites and battlefields in and around Richmond, Virginia in the 1970s.
Ref. M&M 287 or 288 and T&T 191D $35.00
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