Everything we offer from the Spanish American War period to WWI, not
already listed in the preceding main sections, is listed here:
antique military items and miscellaneous collectables from this era.
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Dale Anderson's
personal 30 year collection of Spanish American War memorabilia will be
sold at auction this September, along with several large antique gun
collections of prodigious quality and importance from
other prominent collectors. The auction company
handling the sale is Rock Island Auction Co. of Moline Illinois, the
most prestigious company of its kind in America. If you are either a
collector or dealer with interests in these areas, this auction will be
among the most premier events in memory, offering an unequaled selection
of the most desirable arms and memorabilia to date.
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1 SAW -
DRAMATIC & LARGE INDIAN CHIEF CHARGER (PLATTER) C.1890-1900.
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A bit over 13" in diameter, heavy china charger featuring a
full color chromolitho and hand painted Indian Chief portrait nearly
10" across. Extremely rare and important subject matter seldom
encountered and virtually never excelled in artistic merit, dramatic
presentation, accuracy, and extensive use of color. Green border
overlaid with gilt highlights in rococo scrolls. The chief's name
"WHITE HORSE" appears below portrait. Condition is extremely
excellent. Marked on back "HAYNES/BALTo". Also
marked in handwritten gold "G. R. 1901", probably done by dealer when
sold. These were routinely sold from at least 1890. Iron
wire hanger present, strung through holes provided for this purpose.
Have occasionally seen one of these decorative, centerpiece quality
chargers offered at the renowned Las Vegas winter Arms and Antiques
show for $950. Our price as usual, is much lower.
$395
2 SAW -
CAPTAIN JACK CRAWFORD “THE
POET SCOUT” BROADSIDE.
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Here’s
a man who truly was a “Western” hero – a genuine character who did the
things others bragged about. He was a scout, a cowboy, an explorer, a
prospector and more. He even operated a bar room in Fort Craig, New
Mexico while being a tea-totaler (he promised his mother he wouldn’t
drink). We have an original broadside advertising his personal
appearance which is said to be…”not a lecture but a budget of Jewels,
sparkling Pathetic, Humorous, Original”. Title of his show is “The
Camp Fire and the Trail. Glowing pictures, Recitations, Thrilling
stories, etc., etc., Two Hours of Rare Enjoyment. Nothing like him
ever seen before…Nothing like him will ever be seen again.”. 9 ¾ x
12”. Broadside to put up and primarily designed to be sent out by
mail. Top third of page elaborates on the program. The bottom
two-thirds plus the back side is filled with personal testimonials as
to the excellence of the men and the show. All powerful people and
genuine high regards. Bottom of page gives place of show (Norton
Hall, Granville, NY), the date Dec. 30, 1897, and Cost 25 cents. Top
has small photo of the long haired poet scout. Few people living at
that time could gather such glowing, important testimonials. Great
item from a Western legend. Excellent. $50
3 SAW - UNITED SPANISH WAR
VETERANS 1929 CAMPAIGN WALKING STICK.
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Meant as
a novelty to promote their candidate for Commander-in-Chief, USWV in
the 1929 election. Most likely handed out to each member as he
arrived at the Denver, Colorado convention. Consists of a 36 3/8”
long, wood walking stick, square in cross section, tapered smaller as
it goes down. Grip area chamfered to 8-sided. Painted dark green, as
play on the fact that their candidate’s name was Green. The campaign
message stenciled in dull gold on all 4 sides, reading “GREEN FOR
COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF 1929/UNITED STATES/SPANISH AMERICAN WAR
VETERANS/DENVER, COLO.”. We can’t be positive which Green was the
candidate, but every possibility it was 1st Lt. John Wesley
Green of the Rough Riders, 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry,
Troop G. He was prominent from the beginning of his service by
recruiting 45 men at Gallup, New Mexico, and serving both in Cuba,
becoming an intimate of Teddy Roosevelt, and in the Philippines. It
would seem likely that a candidate would have to have this type
prominence, and this Green seems to be our obvious choice, but can’t
say for sure. Cane is excellent with light wear. Comes with 3 pages
on J. W. Green from “The Spanish American War Centennial” website. In
45 years in the militaria business and collecting S.A.W. material,
this is only the second such cane we’ve seen.
$65
4 SAW - RARE 46 STAR PATRIOTIC
AMERICAN FLAG.
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Celebrates the entry of Oklahoma into the
Union. Ran from November 6, 1907 to January 6, 1912. Mostly under
Taft. Basically a parade flag on a stick, or used to decorate homes,
businesses, banquets. Star pattern is 8-7-8-7-8-8. Measures 6 x 9
¼”. White polished cotton with red stripes and blue canton stenciled
on. Original 13” stick. Very nice condition.
$45
5 SAW -
1907 TEDDY "ROOSEVELT
BEARS" PITCHER,
BUFFALO POTTERY.
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8” tall. One of the rarest and most desirable
items created which celebrates Teddy Roosevelt, and which relate at
the same time to the origins of the “TEDDY” Bear. Created by Buffalo
Pottery and dated 1907 in their base mark. This whimsical “Roosevelt
Bears” (so marked on the spout) pitcher features various vignette
renderings of Roosevelt caricatures as a bear carrying out numerous
daily activities over limerick-like descriptions. Brilliantly drawn
and colored, reeking with character of the time it was created. A
classic among collectors, rarely seen. When we purchased it in 1996,
we paid $1,150. Slightly later, one was sold at auction in Portsmouth
New Hampshire for $2,150…news clipping provided. In a recent move, our
pitcher was broken. A piece about 2” wide surrounding the handle came
away. This has been neatly epoxied back in place, fitting
beautifully. A small, ¼ x ¾” hole remains at a corner, near the top.
None of the damage affects the illustrations or the text. Just a
small bit of filigree needs to be reapplied, once the hole is
restored. In my experience of dealing in antiques for about 50 years,
this bit of restoration should be routine to one whose business it is
to restore pottery and china. As small as the remaining hairline
crack is, I expect a restorer could make this nearly invisible as
well. There is also a vertical aging crack, from the lip downward
about 2 1/2", opposite the corner with the hole (you can see this in
the 5th photo from the bottom). This is stable and not a
break. Before the unfortunate moving damage, this pitcher should have
brought $2,500-3,000. With the damage, it’s still a grand display;
the price is now fully adjusted to allow for restoration and profit.
$450
6 SAW - "REMEMBER
THE MAINE" 1898 SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PAPERWEIGHT.
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Original antique. Nearly 3” in diameter and 1
¾” high. Shaped like a sphere which relaxed a bit. Bottom is ground
flat. Inside the clear glass weight is a white rendering of the Maine
over “FEB 15 ‘98/REMEMBER THE MAINE”. Beneath the picture of the MAINE
is another level of decoration, but I can’t be sure what it represents –
possibly the explosion which sunk the Maine. This style paperweight is
the scarcest I know of (disregard the reflections in the photos).
$95
7 SAW - HANDSOME SPANISH AMERICAN WAR
SHIELD WINDOW CARD.
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A patriotic symbol
in brilliant colors with 45 gold stars and edging to shield, printed on
a card 7 x 8 ½”. Bottom of card names a Druggist
(possibly Maywood Illinois) who gave these to his customers.
About mint. $20
8 SAW -
PHOTO OF A CLASSIC SPANISH
AMERICAN WAR U.S. SOLDIER.
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field uniform, standing in front of his tent. Shown full length. He
wears regulation slouch hat, 5-button blue sack coat of Indian Wars
origin (two chevrons on sleeve) lighter blue trousers with white stripe
down leg, and leggings over shoes. I am fairly sure his rifle is the
M1888 Ramrod Bayonet – Trapdoor Springfield Rifle. Bayonet is in the
out position, and it is not the angular style. He
wears a Mills belt. Photo is clear; slightly faded. Image
size is 5 1/8 x 7”, mounted on a cardstock mat 8 x 10”. Mat has some
damp stains. Excellent soldier image. $45
9 SAW -
THREE DECORATIVE ANTIQUE
CLOCK PENDULUMS
Circa SPANISH AMERICAN WAR-1900.
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1. Very rare and important patriotic pendulum from a Spanish
American War celebratory oak shelf clock. There was a series of these
clocks each with a different bust of a General, or President McKinley,
or a full length picture of the U.S.S. Maine on top, and the glass
tablet had gold patriotic themes. The pendulum, still on its adjustable
shaft is faced with a rampant eagle on American Shield against a panoply
of flags and sunburst. Frequently this pendulum is mistaken for a Civil
War breast plate. Color is of aged bronze. Height is 3” tall.
Excellent condition. For one of these clocks missing this part, this is
a real find. 2. A fine stamped sheet brass pendulum
with adjustable shaft. Iron weight behind the circular brass facing.
Rococo scrolls and sprays form the top, over the circular portion.
Probably came from a tall shelf clock. Brass weighted portion is 4”
tall, plus shaft. Excellent. Retains most of original thin gilding.
3. Brass plated, highly decorative spelter metal. 3”
tall. Faced with profusion of high relief rococo scrolls, flowers and
leaves. Small oval hole in back, top and bottom, for suspending,
adjustable shaft, not included. Weight fine. Has dark bronzy patina.
All original and fine. #1 is worth our price alone.
All three only...$45
10 SAW - HISTORIC PATRIOTIC 45 STAR
AMERICAN FLAG - FOR ENTRY OF UTAH.
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Dates
January 1896 to November 1907. Covers entire Spanish American War
period. Star pattern is 8-7-7-8-7-8. The 45th state, which
this flag celebrates, was Utah. Strong colors stencil painted on
polished cotton. Clean and free of stain. Measures 14 x 21 ½”.
Typical of all patriotic flags over most of our history, used at
parades and for decorating halls, houses and businesses. Still on its
original 34 ½” stick. Can be shipped this way or removed from stick
for less cost. Great for framing. $135
11 SAW -
SUPERB PATRIOTIC 45 STAR
FLAG – FOR ENTRY OF UTAH.
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Dates Jan. 1896 – Nov. 1907. Covers the SAW-Philippine Insurrection
and Boxer Rebellion and more. Star pattern 8-7-8-7-8-7. Measures 35
x 54”. Still on its original 70” wood shaft. For waving at parades
and decorating homes and businesses. Condition nearly good as new.
Stencil colored polished cotton. From our
collection of historic flags, long in storage. Can ship with or
without the shaft. $195
12 SAW -
45 STAR PATRIOTIC AMERICAN FLAG.
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Made for
waving at parades and decorating homes, businesses, banquet halls, and
during the period of this flag’s life, there were plenty of each.
This flag’s life was from 4 January 1896 to November 16, 1907. William
McKinley and Teddy Roosevelt were presidents, and we fought the
Spanish American War changing radically the world’s geography. 4 3/8
x 7 ½”. White polished cotton with red stripes and blue canton
stenciled-on. Design strong and clean both sides. Have 3, all on
original sticks. All are excellent with few little holes, or small
edge tears. Each…$45
15 SAW - PATRIOTIC STRAIGHT RAZOR
IN CASE.
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Sale
Pending
Late
Indian War to Spanish American
War.
Typical
of what a soldier would have had. An exceptional addition to any
collection of soldier’s personal items. Grip is a light butter
colored ivory or similar material. On one side at center is a raised
spread eagle emblem almost 2” wide. Each end of the same side has a
stars and stripes design, with some depth. The reverse side has the
stars and stripes and designs, but no eagle. The blade is about mint,
and has the word “EXCELSIOR” etched on it. Whether this refers to New
York’s motto or not is unknown. Maker’s name is Henry
Mueller/Solingen, Germany, and the razor
comes in its original cardstock case which just shows some edge wear.
$110
16 SAW - MARVELOUS ANTIQUE LEATHER
DRIVING or AVIATOR GAUNTLETS C.1890-1900.
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Exactly
as worn by motorcyclists, aviators and autoists (most early ones were
open air). For any enthusiast engaged in any of these areas of
antique motivation, these gauntlets are guaranteed to add great
display appeal. Large and showy. 15 ½” long, with tan leather hands,
and large, contrasting, stiff black gauntlet cuffs. The gauntlets are
faced with dry, textured black oilcloth, with two black metal buttons
for decoration. Further, there are narrow cuff-adjusting straps which
just adds more detail and character; each button is marked “HAND/B.W.
Co/SEWED”. These were the best set of early gauntlets we’ve
encountered in 46 years in the business. Excellent condition. Some
minor stains in a few fingers on one. $95
17 SAW - ANTIQUE LEATHER DRIVING or
AVIATOR GAUNTLETS C.1900.
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Exactly
as worn by the earliest pilots, motorcyclists, and autoists. For a
collector or enthusiast of any of these early areas of motivation,
these gauntlets provide considerable display value. 16 ½” long.
Heavy black leather. Hands show light use. Huge black leather
gauntlet cuffs simply needing some black polish to replace the color
lost over time. Cuffs have two snap tabs each to tighten the
accordion end; each button marked “J. P.
LUTHER/BERLIN WIS/GLOVE CO”. Snap heads in place but the male halves
popped out. Second best pair of early driving/flying gauntlets I
recall ever seeing. Makes a very noticeable addition to a display –
has a way of bringing that early time alive.(Left
glove in photos has a brown tinge, but is only brighter light shining
in when photos were taken). $75
18 SAW -
1906 "VIRGINIA
SONG" SHEET MUSIC.
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Entitled "Ethel Levey's Virginia Song". Fashioned originally we
suppose, on hopes that Virginia would adopt it as something
semi-official, for use in public affairs. We are unaware of its
ultimate popularity, however, in 1906, it was a hit at the Herald
Square Theater in New York, in the musical play "George Washington,
Jr.". You couldn't get someone more famous than George M. Cohan.
Bright red, white and blue cover sheet. 10 3/4 x 13 3/4". 4 sheets.
Three pages of advertising. Copyright line reads "Copyright 1906, by
F. A. Mills. 48 W. 29th St. N.Y.". Very good condition.
$5
20 SAW -
REALLY NEAT
PICTORIAL 1880-90 BEER MUG.
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Full color glazed pottery 4 1/2" high, 4" in
diameter at base. Scene is inside a Bar Room where customer is
gambling with the bar keeper to determine who pays for drinks. This is
called "Hoss an' Hoss" and is shown in the scene on the bar. Base is
marked with logo and "Ducal" and "Made in England". A 1/2"
flake/crack is on the underside of the base rim; has not flaked or
cracked further; still intact. $10
21 SAW - 1903 DATED INDIAN-THEME SHEET
MUSIC.
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Entitled
“Princess Pocahontas March”. Pictures of a thoroughly costumed Indian
woman on cover. 4 sheets. Music, no words. 1903 copyright line.
Complete. Excellent. 10 ½ x 14”.
$5
22 SAW - 1896 COLLEGE SOUVENIR BEER MUG.
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crockery beer mug of classic form for late 19th Century. Cream
colored with large, ornate "96" in yellow and black letters
on one side. Purchased by college student in the year of his
graduation. Very fine. Tiny flake out of inside of lip
only. 4 1/4" high. No question this
is 1896, and NOT 1996. $10
23 SAW - BRIGHT, ARTISTIC 1903
INDIAN-THEME SHEET MUSIC.
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Entitled
“NAVAJO”. Great framing material. Indian woman with bow in
foreground with camp behind. 3 sheets. Music, no words. Complete.
Excellent. 10 ½ x 13 ½”. $5
24 SAW - ENCHANTING 1903
INDIAN-THEME SHEET MUSIC.
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Cover
sheet entirely in brown tones, in a style distinctive of the
turn-of-the-century…an Indian woman’s portrait. Entitled “ANONA”. 3
sheets. Music, no words. Complete. 10 ½ x 13 ¾”. Perfect for
framing. Very good-excellent. $5
25 SAW - WONDERFUL 1907 WESTERN
THEME SHEET MUSIC.
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Marvelous
cover sheet in browns, oranges…with a scene of the “overlook” at Grand
Canyon, with a man and woman in early western garb, right out of the
earliest silent pictures. Great feel of the turn-of-the-century.
Entitled “The Great Divide”. 3 sheets. Music, no words. 10b ½ x 13
¾”. Excellent. 1907 copyright line inside. Perfect for framing.
$5
26 SAW - MARVELOUS ORIGINAL DUST
GOGGLES FOR THE MOTORIST OR AVIATOR C.1900.
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Used by the earliest motorists and pioneer
aviators. Classic style which will simply "make" a costume perfectly
suited and correct for any period display or reenactment. These came
straight out of their original box, with label reading "Willson Dust
Goggles" from Reading, Pennsylvania. Wonderful, distinctive, period
style. Would lend great character to any display. Flexible leather
backing with circular glass lenses inset, with thin metal bands around
the glass which holds them in the leather. Lenses
are dusty. Brown corduroy textured cord all around edge of
leather to cushion against the face. Original thin black elastic
headband. This no longer has flex left. Photos show original box, not
included in sale unless you buy both.
Have two pair of goggles, both
comparable condition. Each...$30
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