Back
American History: Premier Auction
|
- Sale 1853
Live
| Cincinnati
Jun 21 | 10:00 AM EDT
Live
| Cincinnati
Sale 1853
| Cincinnati
| Cincinnati
Estimate$1,000 – $1,500
Clover-shaped Second Corps insignia, 1.75 x 1.5 in., with stick pin, identified to the "First Minn. Vols." Ca 1860s or after.
A scarce badge representing the 1st Minnesota Volunteers, the first body of troops raised by Minnesota for Civil War service. It was among the first regiments of any state offered for national service and participated in all the major campaigns of the Army of the Potomac through the fall of 1863, most importantly the dramatic charge at the battle of Gettysburg.
Some tarnish on badge.
The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.
The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.
Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.
To request further details about this lot, please email conditionreports@freemansauction.com
Please email conditionreports@freemansauction.com for any additional information or questions you may have
