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1864 AMES

• MAY AMES (AMERICAN, 1863-1943)
  MAY AMES (AMERICAN, 1863-1943) 20" x 16" Portrait of a man, 1901. Oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right corner, in decorative frame with linen mat, overall 28" x 24".
• Ames U.S. Model 1860 cavalry
  Ames U.S. Model 1860 cavalry saber and scabbard. ?
• [Civil War - CDV] Civil War
  [Civil War - CDV] Civil War Photographs of Harlow Ames New York 23rd Infantry DOD  Lot of 2 including CDV of Harlow Ames in uniform plus a hand-colored enlargement of Ames on verso oof a civilian cabinet card with ink identification below image Harlow Ames died in the South in 1860 War. Harlow Ames mustered into Co. D 23rd New York Infantry on May 6 1861 and died of disease March 24 1863 at the regimental hospital. Condition: Slight fading of image.
• Ames Civil War artillery sword
  Ames Civil War artillery sword dated 1862 marked on blade scabbard marked J.C.W. L39'' Provenance: Bluffton South Carolina private collection. Condition: Blade with tiny nick larger nick and several dings that can be felt but not seen. Scabbard finish worn. Back    Inquiry      Previous Item   Next Item © Charlton Hall Auctions.  Images descriptions and condition reports used on this site are original copyright material and are not to be reproduced without permission. For further information telephone 803.779.5678     © 2012 CHARLTON HALL GALLERIES INC.
• AMES MANUFACTURING COMPANY, U.S.
  AMES MANUFACTURING COMPANY, U.S. MODEL 1840 N.C.O. SWORD AND SCABBARD, DATED 1863 LENGTH: 40 IN. (X 101.60 CM.)AMES MANUFACTURING COMPANY, U.S. MODEL 1840 N.C.O. SWORD AND SCABBARD, DATED 1863, brass hilt features grips with a cast, wire wrap cover with a double shell-style guard, base of blade signed 'U.S. ADK 1863' (2) Dimensions: Length: 40 in. ( x 101.60 cm.)
• THREE CIVIL WAR-RELATED ITEMS
  THREE CIVIL WAR-RELATED ITEMS 1860STHREE CIVIL WAR-RELATED ITEMS, 1860s, 1) Ames Mfg. Co. Model 1864 sword. No scabbard. Sword length 39". 2) Duval & Son lithographed service record for Capt. William Andrews of New Hampshire Company E, 1st regiment. Framed 22" x 18.5". 3) Honorable discharge document for Capt. Andrews of New Hampshire, dated 1867. Framed 19.5" x 21.5".
• 1824 United Stat
  1824 United Stat
• Joseph Ames (MA 1816-1872) Major
  Joseph Ames (MA 1816-1872) Major Robert Andersonoil on canvas signed and dated ''Jos. Ames / 1861'' in lower right depicting Major Robert Anderson commander of Fort Sumter during the Confederate bombardment of April 12 1861. Anderson is seated with Fort Sumter in the background and wears red artillery shoulder boards. Presented in its original gilt and gesso frame.This historical painting was produced within months of the event which made Major Anderson a celebrity.SS 35.5 x 28.25 in.; DOA 48 x 41.5 in.The canvas is laid down to cardboard; repairs and in-painting to the head and the front of the major's frock coat.Ex. Skinner Auction 2524B Lot 832 November 7 2010.
• MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SWORD BY AMES.
  MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SWORD BY AMES. American. Blade marked ''183-'' (1833 or 1835) and ''NP Ames Springfield''. Brass fish scale grip has engraved eagle and soldered copper tag with ''42''. 25''l.
• George Ames Aldrich painting
  George Ames Aldrich painting (Indiana/Illinois, 1872-1941), Normandy landscape with cottages and river, signed lower left "G. Ames Aldrich", oil on canvas, 30-1/4 x 36-1/8 in.; original early 20th century cushion style reverse molding frame. Original stretcher and tacking edge, 3 in. and 1/2 in. tears, flaking, cupping, cleavage, crackle, uneven varnish; frame with abrasions. Charles Teeter, Hagerstown, Indiana (inventor of the piston ring); Herman Teeter; by descent to consignor
• Model 1840 US Artillery Sword
  Model 1840 US Artillery Sword marked "Ames Mfg Co, Chicopee, Mass.", Civil War era, marked on other side "US JH 1864", brass guard, original grip and wire, 32 in. blade; metal scabbard, 39-1/4 in. total length,
• JOSEPH ALEXANDER AMES PORTRAIT
  JOSEPH ALEXANDER AMES PORTRAIT PAINTING OF A MAN Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire,1816-1872Finely executed portrait of a distinguished gentleman with full red beard and black suit standing with a cane. Ames was a famed portraitist hired to paint Pope Pius IX (1792-1878), a portrait later exhibited at the National Academy of Design in 1850. His brother Nathan Ames (1826-1865) invented the first escalator.
• AMES M1840 PRESENTATION SWORD, GEO.
  AMES M1840 PRESENTATION SWORD, GEO. B. COOK Ames Model 1840 "off to war" presentation sword, presented to Union soldier, George B Cook, the sword is inscribed "Presented to 1st Lieutenant George B. Cook, co II, 4th regiment Conn. volunteer, by friends at home, New London (Conn) June, 1861", having a shagreen and wire wrapped handle with a knight head pommel, acanthus leaf stamped collar, on top of two cast eagles with spread wings and shields below, the blade etched on both sides with period designs, including florals, acanthus, and patriotic symbols, as well as an eagle with spread wings holding an olive branch and arrows, below 12 stars and 15 rays, together with the original ornately mounted scabbard. Note: George B. Cook enlisted and was mustered into the first regiment, Connecticut volunteers, heavy artillery on May 22, 1861 as a First Lieutenant, he was promoted to Captain on November 8, 1861; and Major on January 22, 1863, he mustered out on May 4, 1865. Approximate measurements: blade is l. 31. 5", overall length l. 38. 5", with scabbard l. 40. 5"
• AMERICAN AMES CIVIL WAR ERA 1861
  AMERICAN AMES CIVIL WAR ERA 1861 SWORD Ames Manufacturing (American). US Civil war era straight sword. Appropriate maker's and date mark. J.H. inspectors mark. Approx. length. 39".
• Civil War Sword Ames marked
  Civil War Sword Ames marked G.K.C. 186_ U.S. 41'' long all original.
• (VIEW) NEW YORK - AMES (21), FORT
  (VIEW) NEW YORK - AMES (21), FORT PLAIN (72) AND MISCELLANEOUS (111): 204 POSTCARDS EARLY TO MID-20TH CENTURY(VIEW) NEW YORK - AMES (21), FORT PLAIN (72) AND MISCELLANEOUS (111): 204 POSTCARDS, Early to Mid-20th Century, Includes: Ames (21), Fort Plain Streets (36), Buildings & other (36). Ames photo: Baptist Church (4 differing), Main St., Ames Union Free School, West Main St. and Mill Street. Fort Plain: 9 differing 1911 Street Fair views, "The Prize Winning Load, Trade Day....June 16, 1905", photos of Lower Main St., West Shore railroad depots, Brileys Mills, 1911 Opera House Hotel fire, and "The Old Stone Dam", many early street and building views and three Old Fort Plain Band cards. Other: Koehler of City Hall (NYC), Thousand Islands view, Chauncey Olcott's Residence (Saratoga Springs), Lagoon Island, farm scene near Jamestown and more.
• 1945 WWII AMES ENTRENCHING
  1945 WWII AMES ENTRENCHING TOOLDated 1945 (canvas case dated 1944). Good condition. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• U.S. Civil War Model 1840 Cavalry
  U.S. Civil War Model 1840 Cavalry Sword Made by Ames This Ames ''wrist breaker'' has a 35'' blade with brass three-branch guard US and dated 185? on blade; with scabbard. Condition: Very good.
• Pair C. 1860-1864 Ames Chicopee
  Pair C. 1860-1864 Ames Chicopee Mass. non-commission Officer swords. Brass hilt with steel blade and groove. 38'' Length.
• May Lydia Ames (American
  May Lydia Ames (American Cleveland School 1863-1943) Ohio Farm. Oil on board signed in the lower right corner framed in a bronze tone frame overall 16" x 29-1/2".
• WEAPON: CIVIL WAR INFANTRY OFFICERS
  WEAPON: CIVIL WAR INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD, DATED 1856 AMES. SWORD CO. CHICOPEE MASS., MADE WITH LEATHER SCABBARD WITH THE METAL THRO...WEAPON: Civil war infantry officers sword, dated 1856 Ames. sword Co. Chicopee Mass., made with leather scabbard with the metal throat missing, wear consistent with age and use, good condition, sold as found. [PROVENANCE: Deaccessioned from New England institution.]
• US Civil War Model 1840 Light
  US Civil War Model 1840 Light Artillery Sword by Ames 32.5'' curved blade with single fuller marked at ricasso Ames Mfg Chicopee Mass in a banner. On the reverse in three lines U.S. ADK dated 1861.  Metal scabbard. Condition: Very good.
• CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY SWORD.
  CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY SWORD. American mid 19th century. Marked on the blade ''NP Ames Springfield Mass'' (faint) and ''U.S. 1843'' with additional initials. Brass fish scale grip with American eagle on the pommel. Some rust and nicks. 25 1/4''l.
• CIVIL WAR ERA NCO SWORD BY AMES The
  CIVIL WAR ERA NCO SWORD BY AMES The ricasso stamped Made by / Ames Mfg. Co. / Chicopee / Mass on the left and U.S. / H. D. H. / 1864 on the right, the inspector being Henry D. Hastings; 32 - 1/4 in. straight blade; solid brass grip cast with simulated wire; the leather scabbard with a brass throat, the brass drag marked G.W.C. for inspector George W. Chapin.
• AMOS DOOLITTLE UNITED STATES
  AMOS DOOLITTLE UNITED STATES HISTORICAL ENGRAVINGS United States,1754-1832Includes three Battle of Lexington hand tinted history engravings.
• MAY LYDIA AMES (AMERICAN,
  MAY LYDIA AMES (AMERICAN, 1863-1943) 12" x 18" Ohio Cottage, 1914. Oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, in a gilded frame with artist nameplate, overall 17 ½" x 24".
• US Non-Commissioned Officer's Sword
  US Non-Commissioned Officer's Sword Civil War era, 28 in. blade marked "Ames Mfg. Co. Chicopee, Mass.", other side marked "JF" over "1864", D-shaped brass guard with brass wire grip,
• FOUR REVOLUTIONARY WAR HAND-COLORED
  FOUR REVOLUTIONARY WAR HAND-COLORED ENGRAVINGS AFTER AMOS DOOLITTLE BOSTON, 1903 ON PAPER, 15" X 18.5" SIGHT. FRAMED 21" X 25".FOUR REVOLUTIONARY WAR HAND-COLORED ENGRAVINGS AFTER AMOS DOOLITTLE, Boston, 1903, Re-engraved by Sidney L. Smith and published in 1903 by Charles Goodspeed. Includes plates I-IV, titled "The Battle of Lexington ...", "A View of the Town of Concord", "The Engagement at the North Bridge in Concord" and "A View of the South Part of Lexington". Each numbered 60/75. Dimensions: On paper, 15" x 18.5" sight. Framed 21" x 25". Provenance: Property of a direct descendant of Thomas Jefferson, the contents of the Brick House at Coolidge Point, Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts.
• Ames artillery saber with
  Ames artillery saber with American eagle, dated 1883, 25"l
• AMES MFG. CO. CIVIL WAR LIGHT
  AMES MFG. CO. CIVIL WAR LIGHT ARTILLERY SWORDAmes Mfg. Co. Civil War model 1840 light artillery sword and scabbard, with ADK inspector stamp and dated 1854 , brass hand guard, and sharkskin wrap, 32" blade. Condition: Loss to wire wrap on grip, some light pitting to blade.
• AMES SHORT SWORD AND SCABBARD
  AMES SHORT SWORD AND SCABBARD United States,C. 1830s-40sBrass hilt with circles on the pommel, scales on the grip, ricasso has faint inspector initials and Ames markings, and a leather scabbard with brass fittings.
• MAY LYDIA AMES (AMERICAN,
  MAY LYDIA AMES (AMERICAN, 1863-1943) board 4 ?" x 4 ?" "Gateway." Road to a town, oil on artist's board, monogrammed in the lower left corner, titled in graphite on the back; framed in gilt wood frame, overall 5 ?" x 5 ?". Old paper metallic label "Betty Brown Picture Framing 128 E. 4th St. Cincinnati" attached to the back.
• May Lydia Ames (American
  May Lydia Ames (American Cleveland School 1863-1943) Riverbed. Oil on board signed and dated 1938 at the lower left framed in a wide gilt frame overall 19-1/2" x 29-1/2".
• AMES MILITIA OFFICER'S GILT SWORD &
  AMES MILITIA OFFICER'S GILT SWORD & SHEATH Ames Manufacturing Company (American est. 1774), militia officer's presentation grade sword with silver and gilt accents, having a knighthead / helmet pommel, silver grip, chain knuckle guard, winged eagle crossguard with shield langets, and an etched double edged blade terminating in a spear point, having an etched maker's mark "Ames Mfg. Co / Chicopee / Mass" to reverse ricasso and sheath. The scabbard is repaired.
• George Ames Aldrich (American
  George Ames Aldrich (American 1872-1941) Cottages along the River oil on canvas signed G. Ames Aldrich (lower left) 25 x 30 inches.
• U.S. Civil War Ames Model 1860
  U.S. Civil War Ames Model 1860 Naval Cutlass 26'' single-edged blade marked on left ricasso?Ames MFG Co. Chicopee Mass. and with U.S.N. and inspector's marks on right ricasso dated 1862. half solid brass basket guard with more inspector's marks on rear stepped brass domed pommel with half backstrap leather-covered ribbed grip. Condition: Very good. No Scabbard.