Extraordinary Antique & Collectible Firearms

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We are extremely pleased and excited to present this extraordinary offering of firearms and military-related items for auction. We believe it will be the most significant firearms auction of the year. Our October 2004 sale, at nearly $9 million, was the highest grossing firearms auction ever held in the world and this auction definitely has the potential to exceed that. This sale offers fabulous diversity, important offerings and numerous historical lots. Session I: Monday evening, commencing at 5:30pm will include a small but interesting selection of antique and collectible firearms and accessories. Session II: The Michael Adamson Collection will include what we believe is the most significant collection of Civil War memorabilia to ever come to public auction. In addition to the tremendous diversity, quality and rarity is the fact that the entire collection is being offered unreserved! Session III: Will begin with a spectacular offering of Civil War and Confederate items (none of which are from the Michael Adamson Collection). Offered will be a large assortment of rare flags including what is considered to be the most important Confederate battle flag ever offered at auction, that of the 4th Tennessee Infantry; a small 14-star silk flag from a member of Ethan Allen’s Green Mountain Boys. In addition to numerous American flags will also be an extraordinarily rare and desirable flag and flagpole from Napoleon Bonaparte’s launch at Elba. Also included is a vast array of fine quality Civil War carbines and rifles; a large and expansive lot of Confederate and Union swords (many presentation examples) and fighting knives; innumerable Union and Confederate handguns and a diversity of other quality Civil War related items, rare belt buckles, fighting knives and historical materials. This session will also include an expansive offering of important early longarms and handguns including some very rare I.D.’d militia and Colonial-era arms. A fabulous historic powder horn dated 1755 belonging to Lt. John Bridge may have been used at the Lexington & Concord. Also included is a wonderful assortment of fine North American Indian items including the collection of the famous photographer Carl Moon. Also, an important historical beaded bag formerly belonging to the famous Canadian half-breed Louis Riel. Session IV: Thursday, October 6th will include probably the finest offering of shotguns we’ve ever presented. A part of this fabulous offering will be the collection of the late Jim Parker who collected his namesake, Parker shotguns. This is unquestionably the largest offering of Parker shotguns ever presented at public auction and includes some extraordinary examples. Also offered will be various other high-grade non-Parker shotguns from various other collections and estates, Purdy’s, Boss’, Grand Americans, etc. An extremely high-quality offering of Winchesters will be presented on Thursday. Many rare Henrys, including iron frame serial number “2”, a fabulous engraved serial number “17” and “18”; also rare Model 66’s; high-grade 86’s and more! A fabulous array of advertising signs and cartridge boards; fine artwork; extremely rare military prototype rifles; an excellent last-minute offering of rare Smith & Wessons; the finest engraved Model 93 Marlin to ever come at auction. On the 5th & 6th we will be offering probably one of the finest Colt revolvers we have ever presented at auction. With numerous outstanding and rare examples such as the extraordinary cased Nimschke engraved “Peacemaker”. Many Colts are inscribed and/or have a historic association. This is an event not to be missed! If you are an advanced collector of only the rarest and most important items, this is the sale for you with some items in the $250,000 range and above. On the other hand, if you are a beginning collector with limited funds, there are items under $250. So plan to join us for this exciting, fast-paced event to be held just prior to the famous Hartford Antique Arms Show. Please visit our website for more items to be offered in this spectacular auction: www.juliaauctions.com
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FEDERAL SLOUCH HAT, SHOULDER STRAPS & EPAULETS OF2162 - FEDERAL SLOUCH HAT, SHOULDER STRAPS & EPAULETS OF
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FEDERAL SLOUCH HAT, SHOULDER STRAPS & EPAULETS OF CAPT SAMUEL GRAVES 8TH MASS INFANTRY. This grouping was featured on the front cover of Volume...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 5,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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CONFEDERATE STYLE ARTILLERY KEPI2163 - CONFEDERATE STYLE ARTILLERY KEPI
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CONFEDERATE STYLE ARTILLERY KEPI. This old red kepi is made of red colored linen with cardboard stiffener and cardboard rim. Insignia of crossed can
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to floor for (500.00) = 500.00
 
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CIVIL WAR UNION FORAGE CAP2164 - CIVIL WAR UNION FORAGE CAP
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CIVIL WAR UNION FORAGE CAP. Variation Union bummers kepi. 4" high in front. This is a style that falls way over from Stonewall Jackson's...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (8,000.00) = 8,000.00
 
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INDIAN WAR ERA OFFICERS KEPI2165 - INDIAN WAR ERA OFFICERS KEPI
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INDIAN WAR ERA OFFICERS KEPI. Small dark blue wool kepi with gold bullion decoration. Bullion cord chinstrap with Indian War period eagle buttons.
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (475.00) = 475.00
 
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GAR SLOUCH HAT2166 - GAR SLOUCH HAT
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GAR SLOUCH HAT. This is a fine example of a GAR slouch hat in fine condition. Embroidered device on front has 190/Gar inside a gold wreath. Officer
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (425.00) = 425.00
 
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UNION BUMMERS KEPI2167 - UNION BUMMERS KEPI
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UNION BUMMERS KEPI. Well made reproduction bummers kepi utilizing orig insignia which includes enlisted infantry horn and Company letter A. Impossib
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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GROUP OF 4 INDIAN WAR ERA KEPIS2168 - GROUP OF 4 INDIAN WAR ERA KEPIS
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GROUP OF 4 INDIAN WAR ERA KEPIS. 1) Artillery officer's kepi with quatra-foiling. Large black band at bottom. Pair of crossed cannons attache...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to fellmeth for (750.00 + 150.00BP) = 900.00
 
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CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S SASH2169 - CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S SASH
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CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S SASH. Standard Civil War era red silk sash over 9' long by about 4" wide. Terminating in large knots and tassels....
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor for (700.00) = 700.00
 
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CIVIL WAR NCO SASH2170 - CIVIL WAR NCO SASH
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CIVIL WAR NCO SASH. Non commissioned officer's red worsted sash. Over 7' long with red tassels & knots. CONDITION: Fine overall with...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (600.00) = 600.00
 
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LOT OF 2 CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S SASHES2171 - LOT OF 2 CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S SASHES
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LOT OF 2 CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S SASHES. Standard CW era red silk sashes both over 9' long. Both terminating in large knots with tassels. CON...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (700.00) = 700.00
 
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CONFEDERATE VETERAN FROCK COAT2172 - CONFEDERATE VETERAN FROCK COAT
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CONFEDERATE VETERAN FROCK COAT. Late 19th century or early 20th century gray wool dbl-breasted frock coat with "WENDLINGER, RICHMOND, VA"...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to bebop-king for (1,500.00 + 300.00BP) = 1,800.00
 
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OUSTANDING AND RARE IDENTIFIED UNIFORM GROUPING O2173 - OUSTANDING AND RARE IDENTIFIED UNIFORM GROUPING O
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OUSTANDING AND RARE IDENTIFIED UNIFORM GROUPING OF CAPT ALBERT M. TYLER OF 27TH REGIMENT NY VOLUNTEERS. This grouping consists of Capt Tyler's ...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 15,000.00 - 25,000.00
Sold to floor for (10,000.00) = 10,000.00
 
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CIVIL WAR UNION OFFICER'S SWORD BELT2174 - CIVIL WAR UNION OFFICER'S SWORD BELT
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CIVIL WAR UNION OFFICER'S SWORD BELT. Well made patent leather belt with gilded eagle buckle. Belt is complete with hangers. CONDITION: Buck...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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CIVIL WAR UNION 1ST LIEUTENANT OFFICER'S COAT2175 - CIVIL WAR UNION 1ST LIEUTENANT OFFICER'S COAT
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CIVIL WAR UNION 1ST LIEUTENANT OFFICER'S COAT. Single-breasted frock coat made of dark blue wool. Nine eagle "I" buttons adorn the f...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 4,500.00 - 6,500.00
Sold to floor for (5,500.00) = 5,500.00
 
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UNION CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY SHELL JACKET2176 - UNION CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY SHELL JACKET
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UNION CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY SHELL JACKET. Standard single-breasted dark blue wool shell jacket with eagle "A" cuffs on front collar and cuf...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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CIVIL WAR NEW YORK CAPTAIN'S FROCK COAT2177 - CIVIL WAR NEW YORK CAPTAIN'S FROCK COAT
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CIVIL WAR NEW YORK CAPTAIN'S FROCK COAT. Single-breasted dark blue wool regulation Union frock coat. Nine New York staff buttons back marked &...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 4,500.00 - 6,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE DBL-BREASTED FROCK COAT OF2178 - IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE DBL-BREASTED FROCK COAT OF
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IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE DBL-BREASTED FROCK COAT OF LIEUTENANT LOUIS P. HENOP OF WHITESIDES NAVAL BATTALION. Frock coat is dbl-breasted with eagle staf
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 25,000.00 - 35,000.00
Sold to floor for (15,000.00) = 15,000.00
 
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CONFEDERATE LIEUTENANT'S FROCK COAT2179 - CONFEDERATE LIEUTENANT'S FROCK COAT
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CONFEDERATE LIEUTENANT'S FROCK COAT. Dbl-breasted gray frock. Has 2 rows of 7 Virginia staff buttons, which are back marked "SCOVILL MFG ...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 25,000.00 - 35,000.00
Sold to floor for (32,500.00) = 32,500.00
 
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CIVIL WAR RED TROUSERS OF CAPT CHARLES MORRIS 14T2180 - CIVIL WAR RED TROUSERS OF CAPT CHARLES MORRIS 14T
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CIVIL WAR RED TROUSERS OF CAPT CHARLES MORRIS 14TH BROOKLYN. Trousers are made of a very fine red wool. The trousers have a standard fly front with
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN'S2181 - HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN'S
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HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN'S UNIFORM FROCK COAT, THE ONLY KNOWN EXAMPLE IDENTIFIED TO ONE OF WILLIAM QUANTRELL'S RAIDER...
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Quantity : 1 | Estimate : 35,000.00 - 45,000.00
Sold to floor for (25,000.00) = 25,000.00
 
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