INDIAN WARS - SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ERA 1866-1908

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Indian Wars Period (SAW follows below)

1 IWP  -  KIOWA INDIAN ART - A COMPLETE SET OF 30 SERIGRAPHS   Click on each thumbnail photo for larger views  Produced and copyrighted in 1929 under the title “KIOWA INDIAN ART”.   Also known as the KIOWA FIVE art; the artists are Monroe Tsa-to-ke, Jack Hokeah, Spencer Asah, Bou-ge-tah Smokey, and Steve Mopope.  Still in the original portfolio with introductory text. The main page of the insert lists “KIOWA INDIAN ART”  and the other text in part is “WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS IN COLOR BY THE INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA.  THE INTRODUCTION BY OSCAR BROUSSE JACOBSON…”C. SZWEDZICKI PUBLISHER, VILLA LES CHENES, AU PIOL NICE (FRANCE)”.  The set is numbered 235 of 750 and appears to be hand signed by the publisher.  The inserts give extensive background and history in both English and French.  Each measures 11 1/2 x 15”, and still retains each tissue paper separator.  The prints are near mint, absolutely brilliant, and incredibly detailed with innumerable colors and exciting subjects.  Simply stunning, even under high magnification.  The process used to produce them is also known as the pochoir technique, similar to silk screen.  Individually these prints would bring more than we price for the entire set.  This is a complete, stunning acquisition.  We will also include the book Song From the Earth, American Indian Painting by Jamake Highwater, which discusses the artists and the portfolio, in context of relevant Indian Art history.  All 30 are not shown in the photo above, but they are all present.  $2,250

2 IWP - FANTASTIC ANTIQUE INDIAN BEADED NECK YOKE OR BIB    More Photos, Click Here   Sale Pending  Possibly a very small apron, but more likely for the neck area. I believe there is about a full pound of beads here, and all you see are the beads, making up a complex fretwork which is the apron.  Am unable to specify the tribal origin.  Markings on the rear of the waistband are typical museum accession numbers which is almost certainly where it came from.  My feeling on the date is well pre-1900.  Made for formal or ceremonial wear, it being too elaborate, and valuable, and of a fairly fragile nature (even when new) that any other wear would be illogical.  A little over 13” wide at top, splaying wider toward the bottom.  All the fretwork hangs from a slim band of bed ticking fabric, tightly beaded on the front. A very worn fabric tie hangs from one side, originally worn around the back.  Mostly sound.  Extremely artistic.  Has some parting, hopefully well shown in the photos, but essentially intact.  Worthy of full restoration, a small matter compared to the labor, skill, artistic talent and costly amount of beads in it.  $275

3 IWP  -  SUTLER'S TOBACCO SUPPLY CAN, DATED 1866  Click on each thumbnail photo for larger views  Neat, early Indian War sutler item, great for building a display of products on early store shelves.  Need not be confined to military display, just suggestive of it.  7" tall tin can, 6" in diameter, with lid.  Wire bale handle over top.  Large label reading "___ POUNDS OF/Smoking Tobacco, GEO. C. FENN/U.S. INSPECTOR OF TOBACCO. 9th COLL. DIST. MASS./1866".  Label is 5 3/4" high, 8" wide.  A very pale pink tan.  Barely a ding.  A few areas of mild surface rust, smooth, on the back and bottom.  $95

4 IWP  -  FOUR CUSTER PHOTOGRAPHS  More Photos, Click Here  These are reprints that were once framed and displayed in my office, pre-1985, alongside my Custer collection.  When we sold the collection in 1985 (catalogs of that sale still show up for sale), I retained these photographs, and they just recently came out of storage.  These are exact reprints done in precise original tones, and done in extremely limited numbers back then.  These are all famous views of Custer, and would be great once again framed and hung in your den or office.  From top left, the sizes are: 11 x 13 ¾”; 8 x 10”; 5 x 7”; 5 x 7”.  Back sides of the two smaller have a little tape residue, otherwise, these are all excellent.  $45

5 IWP - EXTREMELY FINE ORIGINAL ANTIQUE CAST IRON "TAMMANY" MECHANICAL BANK  Click on thumbnail photo for larger views Clearly marked along the top back "PAT'd DEC 23, 1873".  The most under-priced of all the designs once produced, and one of the more attractive, intriguing, and nicely done.  Unquestionably original.  (Believe me, I know.  I specialized in these fantastic collectible banks some years ago).  This one retains 90-95% original paint!  Never retouched, or cleaned.  Perfect patina.  Complete with trap.  Colors only muted.  Edges show handling wear.  Tiny little dings scattered.  Hairline crack in back at lower left corner.  Fine face.  Arm which takes coin in hand rotates on a rod which was once peaned on the end, which held the arm on the rod.  This bit of "bulge" at the end of the rod is worn, so the arm can slip off.  Displays fine.  Operates (needs coin bit bigger than penny).  Can leave as is or professional bank restorer can fix with little trouble. Nothing visible.  Should be priced at $850 with this fine paint. This is a fantastic price for this bank!   $325

6 IWP - INDIAN WAR INFANTRY PIONEER BRASSARD (SPECIALTY PATCH)  Click on each thumbnail photo for larger views  Used from 1870's up through the Spanish American War.  Large crossed axes cut out of center of approximately 5 x 10" dark navy blue wool, backed with white wool. Mint originals.  Have a few.  Each ... $8

7 IWP  -  INDIAN WAR INFANTRY ARTIFICER BRASSARD (SPECIALTY BADGE)  Click on each thumbnail photo for larger views  Used from 1870's up through the Spanish American War.  They are heavy wool felt and measure approximately 5 x 7" .  White sledge hammers against blue/black background. Excellent condition.  Some small moth nips, and a few areas of chewing to the upper layer, but is not easily visible.  Has tiny holes around the edges, probably having been once sewn on.  Only have one.  $20

8 IWP - TINTYPE OF TWO MILITARY BAND MEMBERS C.1870  Click on thumbnail photo for larger view   Rare image.  Among the very few encountered during our 50 year career dealing in militaria.  Crisp and clear.  2 3/8 x 3 1/4".  Studio pose, full length.  They wear tall kepi's, dress coat with tails, epaulets and three rows of buttons on front.  One holds a 3 valve trombone and the other holds a 3 valve cornet.  Each wears a white enameled leather belt with tongue and wreath buckle, not clear enough to identify...likely a state seal.  Tiny patch of bubbling which does not affect the image.   $125

9 IWP  -  RARE M1874 “SHOEMAKER” U.S. CAVALRY HORSE BIT – ADOPTED BY ARTILLERY IN 1889 AS WELL   More Photos, Click Here  Adopted as the best of suggested designs to replace the Civil War pattern bits, universally considered as too heavy. This specimen is excellent and complete. Fairly dark, thinned and patinated nickel plate finish. Has original "US" studs on each side. The only marking we see is a stamped number "870".     $295

10 IWP (A, B, C, D below)  -  INDIAN WAR  SHOULDER STRAPS   The straps listed below came from an old collection we acquired years ago. (Photo colors are as close as we could get them, with slight variation).

  Click on each thumbnail for larger view    (A) -  INDIAN WAR STAFF CAPTAIN’S SHOULDER STRAPS.  1 5/8 x 3 15/16”.  Wide gold bullion borders with light tarnish.  Edged with spun brass wire.  Silver bullion captain’s bars with minor dulling.  Black wool facings.  No snags.  Excellent condition.  Backs covered with black fabric, possibly silk.  This is professionally hand sewn in place.  $315

  Click on each thumbnail for larger view   (B) -  INDIAN WAR CAPTAIN OF INFANTRY SHOULDER STRAPS. Possibly Civil War.  Some of these are very difficult to date precisely.  1 9/16 x 4”. Gold bullion borders narrow enough for early date.  Moderate tarnish.  Edged with quite narrow spun brass wire.  Dulled silver bullion captain’s bars at each end.  Sky blue wool facing.  Black fabric backing hand sewn in place. Very good.  No snags.  $350

  Click on each thumbnail for larger view    (C) - VERY NICE EARLY INDIAN WAR STAFF CAPTAIN’S SHOULDER STRAPS.  1 9/16 x 4”.  Gold bullion borders with spun brass wire edging.  Gold tarnished to bronzy tone on top with more gilt showing along the lower edges.  Silver bullion captain’s bars embroidered on each end.  Tarnished on top.  Fine black wool facing.  No snags or holes.  Backs faced with navy blue/black (can’t tell) wool hand sewn in place.  $315

  Click on each thumbnail for larger view   (D) -  INDIAN WAR MEDICAL CORPS CAPTAIN’S SHOULDER STRAPS.  Super rare!  1 5/8 x 3 15/16”.  Wide borders in gold bullion, dulled by tarnish giving bronzy tones, with gold tones showing through. Spun brass wire edging.  Silver bullion captain’s bars on each end.  Some silvery grey tarnish.  Emerald green wool facing, with some light wear to nap.  Black wool backing hand sewn in place.  No snags or holes.  Don’t remember seeing another set.  $495

19 IWP  -  IMPRESSIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADWORK MITTENS or GAUNTLETS WITH SPREAD EAGLE EMBLEM ACROSS THE CUFFS!!  C.1880  More Photos, Click Here   Sale Pending  Specimens of American Indian artwork rarely seen, employing a patriotic motif.  In a collection or sale, these would be one of the highlights.  The reason is that each cuff has full width beadwork of the AMERICAN SPREAD EAGLE EMBLEM, interpreted and presented as only a NATIVE ARTIST could.  Such a motif is among the most highly desired of all types of Indian beadwork.  Mittens are puffy tan elk-skin (I believe), sinew sewn.  Tip to tip they measure almost 14”, with a 6” long cuff, 8 ½” wide.  The beaded spread eagle/shield/arrows/olive branch designs are 7 ½” wide, beaded with twine.  Beads are primarily transparent, with pale shades in various colors, except for sky blue used on top of the American shield.  Head is transparent with cobalt eye and blue beads; rest of body/wings are wine red, clear and pale orange.  Arrows and olive branches alternating wine red and clear with sky blue claws.  Tail clear and green.  Superb character in the presentation.  Condition shows some use.  Leather still flexible and strong.  Just a bit of greying to the face of the hands due to dust/dirt, one more than the other.  Rear edges and a narrow belt around the middle once had a narrow band of fur, long gone due to mothing. Displays fine as is or should be fairly easy to restore.  Lined with coarse, age toned red/white/blue material.  This is worn, and frayed in spots along the rear edge.  Beading is tight and fine with no apparent bead loss.   $295

Spanish American War Period

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1 SAW  -  GLASS CANTEEN WITH ADMIRAL DEWEY'S PHOTO PORTRAIT  Click on thumbnail photos for larger views  A souvenir of his great victory in the Philippines.  His return home initiated a massive industry creating souvenirs, this among the best.  This canteen is a miniature glass reproduction of the Civil War Army canteen which was used also by the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), at their reunions, and as election paraphernalia during the same period; the canteen would simply display a different person (i.e. Grant) or theme.  The canteens are scarce and prime collectibles.  Canteen is almost 4 1/2" in diameter.  Rear has U.S. embossed in the glass.  The front has a brown tone photo portrait of Admiral Dewey.  Also has the motto "REMEMBER THE MAINE".  The portrait has a pattern of age lines.  Not flaking.  Just lacks cord sling for hanging on the wall.  Bottom rear has "PATENT APPLIED FOR".  $245

2 SAW  -  IMPORTANT ORIGINAL SPANISH AMERICAN WAR U.S. ARMY 5th CORPS FLAG  More Photos, Click Here  An exceptional rarity, and among the most important objects a Spanish American War collection can contain.  From our personal collection and the only legitimate, original Corps flag I was able to obtain in over 40 years of collecting, and as an active militaria dealer.  Made of standard wool flag bunting.  Pennant shaped with thick hoist binding, providing a channel for the flagstaff.  Sewn from four pieces.  From the hoist end, vertical bands of white, red, and blue make the flag, with a 12" blue pentagonal form (like a fortress) sewn at the center of the red band.  The flag measures 47" high on the hoist and 51" on the fly.  Condition is excellent with unfaded colors, some dulling of the white, and some small scattered moth or bullet holes.  A rare and valuable find.  $1,950

3 SAW  -  HIGH SPANISH NAVAL OFFICER'S UNIFORM COAT - WORN DURING THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR IN THE PHILIPPINES & OBTAINED AS A WAR SOUVENIR BY AN AMERICAN SOLDIER IN 1898-1899  More Photos, Click Here  (Keep in mind, it is rather dark these days in Alaska, so the red shots are a bit washed out).  A fabulous piece with excellent provenance.  Superb Navy blue wool body with gold lace edgings, red turned back collar and full red lining, including the tails.  I place the rank above Captain in the Spanish Navy based on comparison with two period photos of the highest Naval officers in Manila during the Spanish American War.  Rank is judged, according to my references, by the number of gold lace bands that face the cuffs, and the number of stars.  The Spanish Minister of Marine, Ramon Aunon y Villalon is shown with the two lace bands and two stars.  Admiral Mantojo, Commander of the Spanish Asiatic Squadron destroyed at Manila Bay wears three bands and three stars (plus some extra embellishment).  This coat is either for a rank between Captain and Admiral, or logic says it is for an Admiral (3 stars).  We have signed provenance showing ownership from me back through one other owner, to the man, whose father, a member of Co. I, 51st Iowa Vol. Infantry (Philippine Service) left the impression that he, the soldier, got the uniform (confiscated, purchased or traded) from the Royal Palace in Manila.  The prior owner said the uniform has been on public display at a few important events and solicited to be in others. Included in the written provenance provided is a photo of the uniform in a public display, plus a magazine also showing a display. Judging by the high rank of the uniform, finding the identity of the original owner seems feasible.  Coat is heavy, and strikingly beautiful.  It is double breasted with four, almost gem quality gold plated buttons with crown over anchor, on each side of the chest. There is one small button on one cuff, missing on the other cuff (the only button missing).  The gold lace is excellent in general, with some surface wear in the neck area, facings and waist.  There are 12 (complete set) of buttons across the back and down the vent.  There are pockets in the tails.  Shoulders have loops to hold epaulets.  Definitely a key piece in our collection.  Names of prior owners and soldier identity provided to buyer.   $2,750

4 SAW  -  MARVELOUS U.S.S. MAINE FIGURAL HARD RUBBER PIPE  Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  Extremely rare and desirable, original Spanish American War collectible.  All but the bowl and the end of the stem is in the three-dimensional form of the U.S.S. Maine.  Bowl sits on the bow of the ship.  Overall length is 5 1/2".  Pipe is black hard rubber, over which someone painted gold, which shows great age and some wear.  Likely done during the War.  From my personal collection, which took over 30 years to build.  Over this period I have not encountered more than three of these pipes, two of which I purchased.  The third was offered in a catalog and was sold before I could contact the company.  If you collect SAW memorabilia, you definitely will want this.  Offered at cost.  $325

5 SAW  -  FINE ADMIRAL DEWEY FIGURAL PIPE  Click on thumbnail photos for larger views   Celebrated his great Naval victory in the Philippines.  Has a white clay, three dimensional bust of the Admiral as the bowl, and part of the stem.  Excellent likeness.  Some impressed lettering on upper stem which reads "ADMIRAL DEWEY".  The other side of the stem is stamped "THE BUCKWHEAT TRADEMARK".  The mouthpiece is black rubber and is stamped "PURE RUBBER", and the ferrule between the mouthpiece and stem is silver.  Excellent condition.  Tiny chip off the nose tip, and a small chip off the neck area, both barely noticed.  Has been smoked.  $265

6 SAW  CABINET PHOTO OF A U.S. ARMY BUGLER - SPANISH AMERICAN WAR  Click on thumbnail photos for larger view  Standard heavy card stock 4 1/4 x 6 1/2", with photo 3 15/16 x 5 1/2".  Full standing pose, wearing regulation fatigue uniform and holding a regulation bugle against his hip.  You see the entire bugle with a long, braided bugle cord.  He wears standard khaki slouch hat with "28 over E" applied to front.  His coat is dark blue wool 5-button with brass buttons.  His belt is leather with M1851 rectangular eagle plate (it's a guess, because the plate is very faded and only traces of the design show, but I think I see the wreath).  Trousers are lighter with double line of piping down outer seam.  Has canvas leggings over tie shoes.  Background is lightly faded but soldier and his uniform is nearly as crisp as new.  Nice reference photo.  Has been in my reference collection for decades.  $45

7 SAW  -  SPANISH AMERICAN WAR LAPEL PIN   American flag pin hinges open revealing a yellow sign reading "TO HELL WITH SPAIN, REMEMBER THE MAINE".  1" wide.  Great condition, with only a couple tiny specks of paint missing from the flag.  Bright crisp paint.  Pin on back.  Hinge is nice and tight.  $125

8 SAW  -  BEAUTIFUL SERVICE MEMORIAL OF NEW YORK SOLDIER C.1896-190 More Photos, Click Here  Encompasses the Spanish American War and the Philippine Insurrection.  We know most everything about him except his name, unfortunately.  He wears the New York National Guard Dress Uniform, which has enough insignia to know he was from the 9th New York Infantry, Co. K.  This is beautifully done, but possibly homemade, unless the unit got together and had several made.  6½ x 10”, heavy cardstock with glass face. Entire face under the glass is a silk 45 star flag, with a 5” tall oval opened in the strip end, enclosing a crisp waist up photo of the soldier.  He wears white cross belts, dress epaulets with 9th insignia, breast plate with “9”, service medals and three rows of New York buttons.  Edge of display has red paper tape, showing some wear.  Backside has two loops for wall hanging, and brass wire stand for table top.  Wonderful patriotic display.  During the Civil War, the 9th spawned the famous Hawkins Zouaves.  During the Spanish American War, they were federalized and trained at Chickamauga, but the War ended before they went into combat.  $65

9 SAW  -  SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ADMIRAL DEWEY STRAIGHT RAZOR  Click on thumbnail photo for larger view  Bright blade has etched on one face, starting at the end, is a spread eagle, then text, "ADMIRAL DEWEY", over bust of Dewey, over "DEFEATED SPANISH FLEET OFF MANILA", ending in floral spray.  Nicely lustrous handle, I believe dark brown/black hard rubber.  $150

13 SAW  -  ADMIRAL DEWEY PAPERWEIGHT  Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  Heavy clear glass.  Circular disc 3" in diameter, prox. 1 1/4" deep, with a photo portrait of the Admiral.  Extremely fine condition.  Has one little flake out on an edge (see photo).  $95

15 SAW  -  ANTIQUE DRUM CANVAS CARRYING CASE C.1890-1900   Click on thumbnail photo for larger views A tan color canvas with half loop carrying strap and snap fasteners.  Sound.  Dusty from storage with some water stains.  Dim owner's name and town on one side (Portland Maine), very faded.  Case will probably improve quite a bit if washed (by hand, in cold water, at your own risk).  Takes a drum up to 17" in diameter, and 14" high.  Snaps work.   $15

16 SAW  -  EXCEPTIONAL PATRIOTICALLY EAGLE DECORATED POCKET MIRROR  Click on thumbnail for larger views  This mirror form has been used since man's early encounters with the Indians.  This type mirror was a common commodity of trade goods, and they were seen everywhere on battlefields and campsites during the Civil War, Indian Wars and later.  This one dates C.1890.  consists of front and rear thin sheet metal discs which fit together, one having a circular mirror inside.  Lifting one half of the mirror apart, it can be made to sit up by itself.  This one has a marvelous full color litho flying eagle/shield, ribband/motto, all within a wreath.  The best I've ever seen.  The rear panel has a bunch of roses in color.  2 3/4" diameter.  Excellent mirror and graphics.  Some edge wear.  $75

17 SAW  -  SMALL ADMIRAL DEWEY BUST STICK PIN  Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  A scarce and unusual pin.  While his image appears on almost everything, the stick pin is scarce.  Nice bit of relief.  Greyish silver.  Name DEWEY along bottom.  Bust is 5/8" tall.  $30

18 SAW  -  NEAT SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ADVERTISING PIECE  More Photos, Click Here  From the John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company.  Cardstock 4 1/4 x 9", folded in thirds.  One side has 3 color panels; one shows the battleship Olympia; another shows the Brooklyn at Santiago; the third has three color portraits of officers...Schley, Dewey, and Sampson.  When folded up, the other side becomes a knapsack in color, with blanket roll at top, shown both sides.  One face has unit information and has canteen draped on one side.  Excellent.  $25

19 SAW  -  MARVELOUS & RARE TEDDY ROOSEVELT BEER TRAY   More Photos, Click Here  Original, and one of the most eagerly sought items of Spanish American War memorabilia…from our personal collection of well over 30 years.  13¼ x 16½” chromolithograph on tin, with back side a dark blue green, and the face showcasing a dramatic image of “Teddy Roosevelt” in uniform on a galloping horse, saber held high.  The raised border is backed with blue with white stars, and four panels with U.S. and Cavalry unit flags, and at bottom, the famous “crossed sabers/1/USV” insignia of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry.  Condition of the scene of TR on his charging horse is the best we have ever found.  Sharp with no rubs/scrapes.  There is some rubbing and light, scattered wear, mostly at the extreme edge and underside.  The back has scattered wear.  We had another, not as fine as this, which we sold at auction recently, and it brought over $1500.  This being the best specimen of this famous tray we’ve ever encountered, provides you a chance to get one even better, without searching for years as we did.  $895

20 SAW  -  ARTILLERY FULL DRESS SHOULDER LOOPS Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  Spanish American War, Philippine Insurrection & Boxer Rebellion, 1898-1902.  Heavy wool.  Deep red tops.  Navy blue undersides. Type which is sewn into seam where arm meets the shoulder.  Has button hole at opposite end.  Have two pair, with different lengths.
A. Dark Red.  Shows use and some age toning.  Sewn into jacket, would be 4 1/2" long.   Pair...$8
B. Rich Red.   Shows less age.  Longer than the ones above.  5 1/2" long, sewn into jacket.  Pair...$15

21 SAW  -  ARTILLERY SHOULDER LOOPS OR TABS 
Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  Issued for the Spanish American Wars, Philippine Insurrection & Boxer Rebellion, 1898-1902.  Made in the color designating the branch...in this case, red for Artillery.  These are detachable style and have little wire hooks & eyes and button hole.  Have a few original examples.  Usually worn on khaki fatigue jackets.  Sold in pairs - some small variations expected.  Approximately 4 3/4" long.  Heavy twilled cotton.  All excellent and have been worn.  Each pair...$15

22 SAW  -  CAVALRY SHOULDER LOOPS OR TABS  Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  Issued for the Spanish American War, Philippine Insurrection & Boxer Rebellion, 1898-1902.  Made in color designating the branch.  Detachable - most held on by little hook & eye and button hole.  Usually worn on the khaki fatigue jacket.  Have a few original examples. Sold in pairs - some small variations to be expected.  Approximately 4 3/4" long.  Cavalry yellow.  Heavy twilled cotton.  All have been worn.  Have a few needing couple wire hooks replaced.  Full hooks...$15 pair    Hooks needing replacement...$8 pair

23 SAW  -  TWO VARIETIES OF INFANTRY SHOULDER LOOPS OR TABS  Click on thumbnail photo for larger views  From the Spanish American War, Philippine Insurrection & Boxer Rebellion.  Have only one example of each variation.  All excellent, heavy twilled cotton.
A. White on top, khaki on underside. Fastened to shoulder of coat by wire hooks & eyes, the eye on the coat.  Also has button hole which took brass eagle button on upper end.  Rare variety.  About 4" long.   $15

B. Khaki top, khaki bottom.  Would be identical color as jacket, or close.  Type that was sewn on, at the place where arm meets jacket body (very common arrangement).  Has button hole at other end.  Typical Infantry.  $15

25 SAW  -  THREE CABINET PHOTOS OF SPANISH AMERICAN WAR FAME - SHAFTER, HOBSON, WHEELER  More Photos, Click Here  3 7/8 x 6 1/4”; standard card stock.  Includes Major General William R. Shafter, Lt. Richmond Pearson Hobson, and ex-Confederate, Major General Joseph C. Wheeler.  Photo print detail and clarity.  Actually a half tone printing press copy (from the period) of an original photo print.  Made to be given to people as an advertising premium.  Entire back of the cards is devoted to advertising “Fairy Soap”.  These cards were extremely popular with the public, who used them to fill their cabinet photo albums, which also frequently had a military motif on decorative covers.  Excellent condition.  One has little damp stain for 1” on bottom margin.  All three.   $45

26 SAW  -  MOS "MILITARY ORDER OF SERPENTS" WATCH FOB   Click on each thumbnail photo for larger view    Brass with crisp design on face of United Spanish War Veteran Association cross with logo, bordered on each side by a snake.  Has the words "ORDER OF SERPENTS SPANISH AMERICAN WAR VETERANS" around the center of the cross, plus the usual "CUBA, U.S.A., PORTO RICO, PHILIPPINE ISLANDS".  Top has a loop with slot for leather fob strap (not included).  Fine.  The M.O.S. was a part of the United Spanish War Veterans, whose mission was to ensure members had fun.  Their officers bear the most outrageously humorous titles.  Founded in 1904, and ended about 1954.  Almost 1 1/2" wide x 1 1/2" high.  Back is marked "BASTIAN BROS. CO. ROCHESTER NY".  $65

27 SAW  -  THE CLASSIC ADMIRAL DEWEY BULLET LAMP   More Photos, Click Here  One of the most eagerly sought Spanish American War collectible.  Consists of a horizontal sheet copper cylinder made to look like a large cartridge case, with a bullet-shaped nose with darkened brass finish.  The "cartridge" is supported by two pair of black cast iron crossed cannon.  The top surface of the "cartridge" (which is the oil reservoir), has an oil burner.  One side of the lamp has the raised image of the "MAINE", surrounded by the words "ADMIRAL DEWEY'S LAMP".  On the opposite side are crossed U.S. and Admiral Flags, with the motto "REMEMBER THE MAINE".  The lamp is almost 9" long, and 3 1/2" in diameter.  Condition: About as fine as can be found.  Copper has small, mild impression on top, forward of the burner, not affecting any of the image or words. Copper has nice color.  Lacks glass chimney.  Nose has some wear to color.  A marvelous, ornate piece which truly represents the feeling and taste of the period.  Absolutely original.  Will also include a decorative lamp shade, that sits on top of a glass chimney (which is not included).  It is approximately 3 3/8" tall by 5 1/2" across at the bottom.  Top opening is approximately 2" across.  $595

28 SAW  -  THE CLASSIC ADMIRAL DEWEY BULLET LAMP  More Photos, Click Here  One of the most eagerly sought Spanish American War collectible.  Consists of a sheet copper cylinder made to look like a large cartridge case, with bullet shaped nose of a darker color.  The "cartridge" is supported by a pair of cast iron crossed cannon.  The top surface of the "cartridge" has a threaded base for a small oil burner, which should not be difficult to replace, there being so many sources of restoration parts.  One side of the lamp has the raised image of the "MAINE", surrounded by the words "ADMIRAL DEWEY'S LAMP".  On the opposite side, are crossed U.S. and Admiral Flags, with the motto "REMEMBER THE MAINE".  The lamp is almost 9" long, and 3 1/2" in diameter.  Condition:  Very good.  Copper finish darkening from age/patina.  Nose, once bright, is now darkly tarnished.  Overall nice mellow look of age.  No dents.  Lacks burner and glass chimney.  A marvelous, ornate piece which truly represents the feeling and taste of the period.  Absolutely original.  Will also include a decorative lamp shade, that sits on top of a glass chimney (which is not included).  It is approximately 3 3/8" tall by 5 1/2" across at the bottom.  Top opening is approximately 2" across.  $395

29 SAW  -  UNBELIEVABLY RARE VISITING CARDS FROM THE MEMBERS OF THE 1st SOUTH DAKOTA U.S. VOLUNTEERS, CO K   Click on thumbnail photos for larger views  All or nearly all of the members of this Spanish American War combat outfit ordered visiting cards, or what today call business cards.  This is the only unit I know to have done this, making these exceedingly rare, not to mention really neat items because of their design.  Judging from what I've observed, the soldiers would swap and collect cards from all their friends in the regiment...not knowing what to expect once they got into combat.  (I'm confident that these cards were ordered while the unit was still assembling and training, all from the same printer, probably local.  There are two forms of cards ordered.  Most soldiers ordered the obviously cheaper card.  These have billowing full color American flag on staff, with a small picture of a ship, or soldiers, the soldier's name in lovely script, where the soldier was from (hometown), and full unit designation, to include company.  A few soldiers ordered the "deluxe" version of the card.  It has the same information, but is much more artistic, with full color panoply of war trophies with Dewey's portrait on front.  Also, there is a small picture of the Maine at the upper right corner.  These cards are small works of art.  We have a few of each, all from one soldier in the unit who collected them from friends.  Price for Card A...Each...$35  Price for Card B...Each...$65 (NOTE: The upper right single in the 1st and 3rd photo is sold)

31 SAW  -  45 STAR FLAG PATRIOTIC SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ENVELOPE    Click on each thumbnail for larger view   3 5/8 x 6 1/2".  Entire face of envelope is a bright red, white and blue American flag with 45 star canton…star pattern 8-7-8-7-8-7.  Unused.  For the period 1896-1907, including Spanish American War, Philippine Insurrection and the Boxer Rebellion.  Very unusual.  Shows minor handling, and the flap has glued shut.  Have three.  Each...$10 or all three for $25

32 SAW  -  COLORFULLY PATRIOTIC ARMY & NAVY BOOK OF NEEDLES    Click on each thumbnail for larger view Classic Spanish American War themes made this a real showpiece of SAW memorabilia.  Comes in its original grey envelope, 3 ¼ x 5 ¾” with the printed title on its face “The Army and Navy/Needle Book/Contains a full variety of/LARGE EYED NEEDLES, etc. etc.”.  Inside is a stiff card stock folder which hinges open to 2 ¾ x 9 ½”.  The outside faces of this folder have colorful, full face spread eagle on shield, with arrows and olive branch, all sitting on the top edge of the globe.  The entire background is blue sky with stars.  An amazing display.  The other face has a color picture of one of the S.A.W. war ships, the IOWA at sea, all framed with rococo scroll work.  Everything is like new.  $25

33 SAW  -  FINE WATCH FOB OF THE UNITED SPANISH WAR VETERANS ASSOCIATION  Click on thumbnail photos for larger views  Crisply stamped brass in circular form.  Has raised rim framing the standard USWV cross with logo.  Has loop on top with slot for leather fob belt, not included.  Marked BASTIAN BROS. on rear.   $45

34 SAW  -  1902 SWEETHEART BUTTON PINS ON ORIGINAL CARD  Click on thumbnail photos for larger view  Set of five brass buttons; 3 coat size and 2 cuff size.  They are official Army regulation button faces for the 1902 uniform, and the backs have pins.  These are identified as such by the rimless face with National Seal.  The reverse have wire pin fasteners.  On the original store card which labels the larger buttons as WAIST...however we have no idea how this would work.  It may be a set for a lady's sash or her to use on clothing.  The top of the card is titled "MILITARY WAIST SETS".  The backs of the button/pins have some darkened areas of grime, from storage or dampness.  Only one buttons has a tiny bit on the front.  The set likely dates pre-WWI, when they had sweethearts as well.   $30

36 SAW  -  "REMEMBER THE MAINE" SPANISH AMERICAN WAR CHROMOLITHOGRAPH BEER TRAY  More Photos, Click Here   12" in diameter, with the central portion filled with a color view of the U.S.S. Maine at sea, over the motto "Remember the Maine".  A wonderful patriotic scene and dramatic display specimen, bordered with a raised rim profusely decorated with panoplies of U.S. flags and shields, and crossed cannon, in repeating sequences all the way around.  And bordering this at the extreme edge is twisted rope.  A very scarce and decorative tray.  Condition is bright and excellent and likely as fine as could ever be found.  Border about new condition, with some small chips scattered.  Central scene fine with some small nicks and scratches in the upper quadrant.  $375

37 SAW  -  "REMEMBER THE MAINE" SPANISH AMERICAN WAR CHROMOLITHOGRAPH BEER TRAY  More Photos, Click Here  12" in diameter, with the central portion filled with a color view of the U.S.S. Maine at sea, over the motto "Remember the Maine".  A wonderful patriotic scene and dramatic display specimen, bordered with a raised rim profusely decorated with panoplies of U.S. flags and shields, and crossed cannon, in repeating sequences all the way around.  And bordering this at the extreme edge is twisted rope.  A very scarce and decorative tray.  Condition is good with bright colors.  The upper quadrant has numerous light brown speckles. Small scattered chips overall.  $245

40 SAW  -  THE MAGNIFICENT ADMIRAL DEWEY PORTRAIT CABINET PHOTO ALBUM  More Photos, Click Here  This was one of the most showy items created to appeal to the vast souvenir/memorabilia/collecting audience during the Spanish American War.  Out of the thousands of items created with Admiral Dewey's bust or name, this one became a classic, having centerpiece stature.  And what sold it then and sells it now, whether one actually needed a photo album, is the incredible front cover.  All else is extraneous.  This is a big book, with thick covers and thick pages.  8 3/8" wide, 10 1/2" high.  The front cover is a masterpiece in celluloid.  At center is a full color, life-like portrait of Admiral Dewey, surrounded by a wreath, behind which we see draped American flags, and above and below these, a sea scene, and cameos of ships in Dewey's fleet.  The color and the artistry are outstanding.  They almost glow.  The spine and back cover are faced with a green patterned velvet, almost universally worn off, whenever one finds one of these old albums.  While lightly worn, it is unexpectedly good.  The cover lacks the rear half of the latch. Inside are 15 thick pages, gilt edged.  Normally the pages are worn, torn and generally a mess.  These are clean and almost free from small tears.  Has about 2/3 of the pages filled with people from the turn of the century.  This is a splendid display.  Face is very fine.  $295

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