The new, comprehensive and complete guide to Civil War artifacts. From both the Eastern and Western theaters of war, US and CS items are clearly pictured and carefully identified. Many show detail views with maker’s marks, dates and soldier’s inscriptions. Data on the manufacture and issuance of many of the items are included. From the commonest pack parts to the rarest buckles, it’s all here, with over 1700 artifacts shown – many full scale. |
| This New Standard Reference Features: |
• Tools • Artillery projectiles • Hat ornaments
• Bottles • Pistols & Longarms • ID pins & tags
• Musical items • Swords • Corps badges
• Medical items • Knives • Insignia
• Coins • Gun tools • Stencils
• Jewelry • Horse equipment • Cape pins
• Carved bullets • Spurs
• Personal items • Buttons
• Bullets • Plates
| It also includes a chapter on both early Colonial and post-war items often found on Civil War sites and much data on the preservation of various types of artifacts. All categories are grouped by chapter and page for ease of reference. This book is completely indexed with a full bibliography. |
| REVIEWS: |
| “Every serious Civil War collector, relic hunter, and historian should have a copy of this book. It can be considered the best work on the subject date and will probably rank as the definitive work on the subject for many years. It is an enjoyable book to read and browse through as well.” |
| - William G. Gavin, Author of Accoutrement Plates North and South 1861 1865 |
| “This comprehensive guide to Civil War relics includes photographs of 1,700 items and information on their history, when they were issued and their field effectiveness. For the benefit of collectors, rarer items are pictured with additional detail views showing maker’s marks, dates and inscriptions of soldiers. A useful reference book, it includes descriptions of the production of prewar and wartime items. Also, photographs of artifacts from the Revolutionary War and World War I are provided, along with data to differentiate these items from the Civil War artifacts. The book also discusses the proper preservation of artifacts.” |
| - CSM Jimmie W. Spencer, USA Ret., AUSA’s director of non-commissioned officer and enlisted affairs for Army Magazine, September 1995 |
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“So. Let’s just say it at the outset: if you're interested in the Civil War on any level, relic hunter, collector, scholar, whatever- buy it! As many fine references as there are on the subject, Civil War Artifacts fills a unique and vital niche: a convenient, comprehensive, profusely illustrated, single- volume guide to relic identification. In many instances, rare period photos, illustrations and ads further enrich the readers knowledge and insight. Regardless of your level of expertise, you're sure to appreciate Crouch's contribution; and if you're new to Civil War relic hunting and you're looking for an easy ID book to get you "up to speed" this is the one. Come to think of it, maybe you'd be better of getting three copies; one for your library, another for your car or truck, and a third one sure to be "borrowed" by your hunting buddy. Don't say I didn't warn you!” |
| -Chet Estes, in the TH’ers LIBRARY; Western and Eastern Treasures Magazine November 1996 |
| 238 pages 8 ˝ X 11” Hardbound, Full Color Cover, ISBN 0-9613581-5-7 $45.95 |
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