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| Civil War Dealers -- 2 Very Special Friends |
Museum Quality Americana
Thanks for everything, Cal and Sarah.
My brother in law, Cal Packard, has been dealing in Civil War and other militaria for better than 40 years! He is now selling some of the most amazing documents, images and other items you will ever see. Please check out his site!
By the way, in case you were wondering -- Cal's daughter -- my niece, Sarah -- is his business manager and the nicest person you will ever deal with. (She gets her good looks from her Uncle, not her Dad!) |
Virginia Civil War Relics
Simply one of the best!
VCWR is owned by one of my dearest friends in the hobby, Plez Bagby. I've so enjoyed spending time with him at shows and swapping ideas about relics and business in between shows.
No one has more honor or integrity in this business. And he has an extremely discerning eye for quality. My highest recommendation! |
| Civil War Relic Dealers -- Other Good Friends... |
Civil War Outpost
Barry Banks has a wide array of neat Civil War items. I've always been pleased with my purchases! |
Tennessee Lead
Lead-heads, rejoice! A commercial site perfectly aimed at bullet and cartridge enthusiasts. Ken Price is extremely nice to deal with. |
Arsenal Artifacts
Emphasis on artillery shells & implements, courtesy of Howard Alligood. |
Carolina Collectors
I have always enjoyed doing business with Rick and Warren. You will, too! |
Medhurst and Company
Fine images and documents offered by a guy who is highly-reputable and incredibly kind. Mike Medhurst is good people! |
Centreville Electronics
Bob Buttafuso has loads of relics and helpful insights on choosing the right metal detector, too. A very pleasant fellow in all respects. |
Pack Horse Ford Relics
I just love looking at the great Civil War relics Ian Workman finds. Lots of bullets to choose from, too! |
Southron Relics
Terry Hammonds has an exceptional eye for nice dug relics. He's a super guy, too! |
Kevin Hoffman's Civil War Preservations
All kinds of interesting militaria offered for sale by a true Pennsylvania gentleman! |
Army of Tennessee Art and Artifacts
Nick Peruit's exceptional site, featuring some ultra-fine condition dug and non-dug items. |
War Between The States Memorabilia
Operated by my friend, Len Rosa, this website offers a superb array of fine Civil War paper and photographs. |
Old Line Relics
John Rierson is a fine person with a reputation for friendly, honest business dealings. I enjoy the offerings on his web site and at shows. |
Fort Donelson Civil War Relics
Grab a favorite beverage and enjoy this cool site created by John and Nikki Walsh! |
The Foot Soldier
Jim Keith has some nice guns, accessories and blades. Friendly service and a super-site! |
Charleston Relics
Cool antebellum and Civil War memorabilia from the heart of the South Carolina low country! |
Franklin Relics
Bruce Hohler has a few really top-drawer items for sale here...well worth a click! |
Corinth Civil War Relics
Stop in and tell Stan Hughes that I "sent you". Stan has a lot of relics, especially higher-end and scarcer bullets. |
The Veteran's Attic
A thoroughly delightful selection of GAR and UCV memorabilia from Vann Martin. Lots of items with super "eye appeal". |
The Union Arsenal
Greg Mueller's site is chock full of goodies. It's also very user-friendly. |
Arizona Swords
Dave LaSlavic specializes in Civil War edged weapons and has a very nice selection to offer! |
Dixieland Civil War Relics
Tom and Leslie Ivery come up with some really intriguing artifacts. And they are both just as nice as can be. Be sure to take some time and look over their delightful web site! |
The Union Cavalryman
Jay Reid specializes in Cavalry items but has all kinds of interesting weapons, blades and relics for sale. |
The Gettysburg Digger
Glenn Spickler’s interest in Gettysburg comes to life on this fine site. |
J.S. Mosby's Antiques and Artifacts
Great collector site run by Steve Sylvia, author of The Illustrated History of American Civil War Relics. |
Tom Fultz's 149th Bucktails Online
My buddy Tom has some really great relics. Many are ones he has excavated personally. |
Rebel Relics
A great site from the heart of Tennessee. Brian Akins is such a cool guy! |
Trans-Mississippi Artifacts
Neat relics from Skip Mayorga. Lots of goodies from the Western Theater. |
Keemakoo's Antiques & Civil War Relics
Jim Dews is my "go-to" guy when it comes to anything dealing with bottles or Civil War period glassware. He stands by everything he sells and is as pleasant as can be. |
Screamin' Eagle Military Antiques
Excellent site with quality artifacts and real good customer service. I have done business with Richard and have been VERY pleased. |
Robert Parham's Civil War Relics
Wonderful mix of quality items offered by a fine gent from Alabama. Please take a peek at his site. |
CV Relics
I really like Matt Lockard. He's awfully nice and, like me, enjoys nice dug items! Keep up the good work, Matt! |
North Georgia Civil War Relics
Don Dodson has relics and much more. He can also advise you on choosing a good metal detector. |
C.S. Relics
I'm very pleased to introduce you to Charles Stafford. He has a superb site and a fascinating array of dug and non-dug items for sale. A very likeable person and honest dealer, too. |
The Civil War Trader
Ed Jones is, quite simply, one of the best. I'm not sure I know a nicer person. He has some fantastic Confederate paper for sale and I hope everyone takes a look. Thanks, Ed...for all the good stuff you bring to our hobby!
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Stone's River Trading Company
Tom Hays is one of my favorite people anywhere. As a dealer, he's honorable and more than fair. As a friend, an absolute delight. |
Shotwell's Antiques
Terrific site run by Kate and Olin Shotwell. Healthy emphasis on Abraham Lincoln items and your first stop if you need an Abe fix! |
Shiloh Relics
There's never a problem or a complaint with Rafael Eledge. He is as nice as they come and stands by all his wares. He also has a wonderfully-designed web site, too! Courtesy of Gray Cat Systems! |
Bull Run Relics
Buttons, coins, antique furniture and colonial crocks -- John Embrey has it all. I have gotten some great things from him over the years. |
Cool Arbour Antiques
Interesting site with a lot of World War One and Two material. Anyone with the last name of "Pistole" was destined to be a militaria dealer! |
Old Rebellion Relics
Dave and Melissa Gerber have some cool relics to offer. Be sure to check them out and say howdy!
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C.S. Arms
Cliff Sophia's extensive "arsenal" of Civil War and post-Civil War firearms and edged weapons. |
The Civil War Horse
You'll enjoy Rick Hartt's new site...coming to you from all the way out in Arizona!
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Old Militaria
Like World War relics? Robert Simmons has you covered...and has some cool Civil War goodies, too, just for good measure.
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The Civil War Relicman
I might not be a Virginia Tech fan, but I am a HUGE Harry Ridgeway fan. My buddy Harry has the "hook-up" for you, especially if you are looking for safely-disarmed artillery shells. |
Frohne & Son
Perry and Nathan Frohne have a site filled with cool Civil War images and paper.
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Middle Tennessee Civil War Relics
Larry Hicklen is a relic-hunting legend! And one heck of a nice guy, to boot. |
Ohio Volunteer Relics
A new site from Buckeye state resident, Phil Ley. Phil is a warm and pleasant guy to talk to or do business with. |
The Richmond Arsenal
Jerry Fertita has moved to Louisiana but the Richmond Arsenal is alive and well online. I don't know what I like better. The ultra-fine condition weapons Jerry sells...or the awful jokes he tells me at Civil War shows! |
Reunion Civil War Antiques
Earl Robinson stocks a variety of items from paper and images to firearms and leather. If you think there are no Civil War relics in California, think again! |
Blue-Grey Relics
Jay and Bettye Collier warmly welcome you to their fine site! |
Campsite Artifacts
I really like Stephen Burgess. He's a real gentleman and is so pleasant to do business with, buying or selling. |
Anderson Militaria & Americana
"Antique Militaria and Americana - Retired and now selling items from our personal collections"
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Missouri Relics
Be sure to give Paul Arnold a shout if you're looking for Missouri-dug artifacts. |
War of the Rebellion Images and Paper
Owned by my friend, Steve Meadow. Quality material, good prices and a very pleasant guy to work with. I highly recommend! |
The Civil War Connection
Relics of all kinds abound! Thanks to Dan Patterson! |
Champion Hill Relics
Courtesy, professionalism and quality! Lots of positives dealing with John Spicer. Not to mention some awesome relics. Also, if you REALLY want to start drooling...look at some of the things John has dug. He’s recorded some truly enviable finds! |
Fairfax Relics
Unique and interesting Civil War relics from Northern Virginia. |
Port Hudson Civil War Relics
A great site for Civil War items from the heart of Louisiana. |
Patricia A. Kaufmann, Philatelic Consultant
Trish is such a neat person! And she has Confederate stamps, covers and so much more. |
Orth Militaria
A great array of military items from all eras...offered by a very pleasant gent. Check out Cliff Orth's web site!
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Hallowed Ground Artifacts
I just LOVE Mark Owen's new web site. His Civil War stuff is great and on top of that he has World War One and Two items, Korean War relics and artifacts from the Vietnam War. This is an amazing militaria site and Mark seems like a super-nice guy. I am looking forward to getting some goodies from him!
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Facets of History
What an impressive web site! Pam is a delightful person and when it comes to Civil War period jewelry, no one is better informed. If you are interested in what the ladies' wore back in the day...or just thinking about broadening your collection...visit Facets of History today. |
Picket Post
I've know Bill Henderson and Tim Garrett for years. They are among my all-time favorite people to do business with. You won't get friendlier service anywhere.
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The Atlanta Arsenal
Wow! Just...wow! Dan Ogle has some great relics. And he is such a nice person. I am very impressed and expect to being doing business with him soon. Take a look! |
Burnt Hickory Relics
Jeff and David are such great guys! And as far as relics go, they know the good stuff. Check out their spankin'-new site...
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Iron Brigade Relics
Another Hoosier has joined the relic collecting and dealing community. Be sure to welcome the folks at Iron Brigade Relics by checking our their great new site!
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| Clubs and Organizations |
Northern Virginia Relic Hunters Association
A terrific organization. NVRHA sponsors an annual Civil War show. For many years, it has been in Chantilly, Virginia but in 2009, it will move to Fredericksburg. Thanks to Bob Buttafuso, Karen Eubanks, John Graham, Mike Singer and all the wonderful folks at the NVRHA for being so helpful and encouraging over the years! |
| Display Cases, Metal Detectors & Supplies |
Sgt. Riker's Displays
Whatever you need -- Riker mounts, display insets or relics -- Ran Hundley can hook you up! |
The Detector Source
For all your metal detecting needs... |
| Fakes, Frauds and Warnings |
Civil War Fakes
It's unfortunate there is a need for a site like this. But it's a useful reference. The best thing you can do to protect yourself? Only buy artifacts from dealers, like me, who offer a lifetime guarantee for authenticity. |
Savage Station
A former professional wrestler, Ric Savage is doing his part to put fakers and purveyors of frauds on the canvas for good! Way to go, Ric!! |
| Historical Reference: Book dealers, Online Reference, Etc. |
Civil War Collect -- A Listserv for Collectors and Dealers
Two dear friends, Nancy Dearing-Rossbacher and Bob Buttafuso, came up with this idea. And it was a great one. I am a member and membership is free! Can't beat that! |
Workman Books
“Specializing in hard-to-find, out-of-print, and used references for the discerning collector of rare coins and fine militaria”. 
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Union Army Uniforms and Insignia
Incredibly useful, online reference from the research of Dr. Howard Lanham. |
Steve Johnson’s Civil War Relic Collection
Steve is my kind of collector! He likes great dug relics, especially excavated weapons. I really enjoy looking at what he has accumulated over the years. You will, too! |
| Museums, Battlefields and Attractions |
The Civil War Soldier's Life Museum
An absolute, "not-to-be-missed" attraction if you are ever in the Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania area. My friend, Terry Thomann, has established a real treasure among museums. Be sure to tell Terry that Jim Stanley sent you. |
| Non-Civil War Collecting Sites: Antiques & Other Collectibles |
Collectics
A "catch-all" web site for links to all manner of collectible and antique sites. |
| Publications and Periodicals for Collectors |
North-South Trader's Civil War Magazine
The only publication for collectors that is an absolute MUST. |
| Web Site Development and Management |
Gray Cat Systems
I doubt there is a more clueless internet user than me. Yet Carson Jenkins and his team at Gray Cat Systems have made this business of owning and operating a commercial web site remarkably easy. I cannot say enough about the level of support, assistance and quality I have experienced in dealing with Gray Cat Systems. If you're thinking of setting up a web site to sell militaria, antiques, books or just to display your collection...Gray Cat is the way to go. Thanks Carson, for everything you have done!
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