Civil War Artifacts & Memorabilia
The Civil War collection stands as one of the most significant private assemblages of Confederate and Union artifacts ever brought to market. Gary Hendershott has handled General Nathan Bedford Forrest's personal sword, JEB Stuart's battle flag, the Stonewall Brigade battle flag from First Manassas, General William Mahone's presentation sword from the Battle of the Crater, and rare Missouri Confederate battle flags from the Trans-Mississippi theater. These are objects that shaped, witnessed, and survived the bloodiest conflict in American history.
The collection extends well beyond weapons and flags to encompass the full material culture of the Confederacy. Gary has sold Confederate Lt. Colonel's uniforms with original insignia and gold braid, Virginia Captain's homespun uniforms, JEB Stuart's courier's butternut shell jacket, Stonewall Jackson's courier uniform, and General Wharton's uniform. The collection also includes rare Confederate belt buckles such as the CS-Stars gilt buckle and battle flag buckles, officer insignia, and accoutrements that document Southern manufacturing under wartime scarcity.
From the unique Duhfilo pelican sword to the Kraft, Goldsmith and Kraft CS staff, from the 2nd Georgia Sharpshooters battle flag to the 1st National Liberty or Death flag, these artifacts represent the pinnacle of Civil War collecting. Robert E. Lee's Mexican War pistols, the 31st Tennessee Volunteers battle flag, and Captain Chisolm's 1st South Carolina Sharpshooters uniform are among the landmark items Gary has placed with leading institutions and discerning private collectors worldwide.
General Nathan Bedford Forrest's Sword
The personal sword of one of the Confederacy's most formidable cavalry commanders. Forrest was renowned as a tactical genius who personally led charges and had multiple horses shot from under him. This weapon carries extraordinary provenance and historical gravity as one of the defining Confederate artifacts.
JEB Stuart's Battle Flag
The personal battle flag of the legendary Confederate cavalry commander whose bold reconnaissance shaped the course of the war. JEB Stuart's flag is among the rarest and most coveted Confederate battle flags known to survive, representing the dashing cavalier spirit of the Southern mounted arm.
Confederate Lt. Colonel's Uniform
A remarkably preserved officer's frock coat with original insignia, buttons, and gold braid, representing the finest Southern tailoring under wartime conditions. This uniform is accompanied by additional Confederate officer uniforms Gary has handled, including a Virginia Captain's homespun uniform and a Richmond Depot shell jacket.
Stonewall Brigade Battle Flag
The battle flag of the legendary brigade that earned its immortal name at First Manassas when General Thomas Jackson stood like a stone wall against the Union advance. This is one of the most storied unit flags of the entire war and among the most historically significant Confederate textiles to survive.
Confederate General William Mahone's Sword
The presentation sword of the hero of the Battle of the Crater at Petersburg in 1864, one of the war's most dramatic engagements. Mahone's counterattack at the Crater became one of the defining moments of the siege of Petersburg and this sword commemorates his valor on that field.
Missouri Confederate Battle Flag
A rare surviving flag from the Trans-Mississippi theater, representing the fierce but often overlooked fighting west of the river. Gary has also handled additional Missouri unit flags, Confederate Virginia 1st National flags, and the 31st Tennessee Volunteers battle flag from this theater of the war.
Related Collections
Swords & Flags
The greatest American swords and battle flags ever collected.
Historic Firearms
Colts, Winchesters, and firearms that shaped the American frontier and battlefield.
Documents & Manuscripts
Military correspondence, commissions, and documents of enduring significance.
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