Description

Uriel B. Titus Grouping

Lieutenant in the 11th New Jersey infantry also in the 12th New Jersey Infantry and as a

Quartermaster and officer of the 22nd New Jersey Infantry

The 12th is a regiment that saw hard service with the Army of the Potomac at Gettysburg, the Wilderness, and Petersburg.

Outstanding complete grouping belonging to Brevet Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, veteran of the 11th and 12th New Jersey Infantry and Quartermaster of the 22nd New Jersey Infantry. This exceptional ensemble includes his original:

Outstanding 1/4 plate tintype depicting Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus mounted on horseback in full uniform, photographed outdoors in the field. The image shows Titus in his officer’s frock coat with sword at his side, his horse standing in profile — a superb period study of a New Jersey officer in active service. The plate remains in its original ornately pressed leatherette case with decorative gilt mat and preserver, typical of mid-war presentation images. Despite light surface spotting and age toning, the subject and equine detail remain clearly visible — an exceptionally rare mounted field portrait. This image is believed to date to Titus’s service as Quartermaster and acting staff officer under Gen. Gershom Mott, prior to the consolidation of New Jersey regiments within the II Corps.

Civil War-Era Iron Bullet Mold for .31 Caliber Revolver Dual-Cavity Example — One Conical and One Round Ball, with Sprue Cutter. Original hand-forged Civil War period iron bullet mold designed for casting .31 caliber projectiles, typical for use with pocket-sized percussion revolvers such as the Colt Model 1849 Pocket, Allen & Thurber pepperboxes, or other small frame cap-and-ball revolvers of the era. This example features two cavities—one producing a round ball and the other a conical bullet—allowing the user to cast both styles of ammunition from molten lead. The mold retains its integral sprue cutter incorporated into one arm, used to shear excess lead from the bullet base when closed. The interior cavities remain well-defined and crisp, showing minor casting residue and expected age patina. Manufactured entirely of iron with hand-ground jaws and pivot pin, measuring approximately 5 inches in overall length, and showing smooth untouched surfaces with a dark gray-brown patina consistent with 19th-century use and storage. A fine representative example.

1/9 Plate Ambrotype of R. H. Titus — Housed in a Gutta-Percha Union Case 1/9th plate ambrotype portrait depicting Titus seated three-quarter view, wearing a dark civilian coat and waistcoat with white shirt and black tie, his hair neatly parted in period style. The confident yet serious expression captures his character. The image is housed in its original thermoplastic (gutta-percha) Union case, featuring a raised floral and geometric oval design on both sides, with a decorative gilt brass mat and liner, and a deep burgundy velvet interior pad. The case retains its original brass hinges, tight closure, and exhibits only light handling wear consistent with age.

Civil War Union Infantry Captain’s Shoulder Straps – Gold Bullion Embroidery on blue field. Rare Civil War 1st Lieutenant of Quartermaster Department Shoulder Straps of R. H. Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry Gold Bullion on Dark Blue Wool with Silver “Q.D.” Embroidery Exceptional and exceedingly scarce pair of Civil War officer’s shoulder straps denoting a 1st Lieutenant of the Quartermaster Department. Each strap features a single bullion bar of rank at either end, worked in gilt thread on a dark blue wool field, bordered by a broad gold bullion edge with a delicate beaded inner border. The central field bears the distinctive silver bullion letters “Q.D.” (Quartermaster Department), signifying staff service—an extremely uncommon branch marking seldom encountered outside staff-level examples. Both straps retain excellent original form and construction, with strong color, fine hand-embroidered detail, and only light age oxidation to the bullion. These are quintessential staff officer insignia, reflecting the specialized logistical and supply duties that were vital to the Union Army’s wartime operations.

Officer’s Hat Insignia -Titus’s embroidered U.S. officer’s hat insignia, executed in fine gold bullion on a black velvet background. The design features crossed laurel branches surrounding a central “U.S.” monogram, the traditional device worn by Union officers on kepis or slouch hats. A beautifully preserved example which exemplify the elegance and distinction of mid-war Union officer uniform accoutrements.

Titus’s embroidered veteran’s cap wreath, worked in fine gold bullion on black velvet and centered by the numerals “23”, signifying his membership in Grand Army of the Republic Post No. 23 (New Jersey). The wreath is composed of interlocking laurel sprays surrounding the number, reflecting postwar veteran affiliation and pride in service. shows extensive moth damage.

Quartermaster Department Ledger of Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 22nd New Jersey Infantry “Roll of Employees in the Q.M.D.” – Leather-Bound Original Journal with Extensive Handwritten Entries Dated 1862–1863 An extraordinary original Civil War Quartermaster Department ledger belonging to Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, 22nd New Jersey Infantry — a rare surviving field record documenting the administrative operations of a Union quartermaster during active wartime service. Bound in its original leather covers boldly lettered “ROLL OF EMPLOYEES IN THE Q.M.D.”, this volume contains dozens of manuscript pages written in period ink, listing hired civilian employees, enlisted men assigned to extra duty, and detailed payment records for teamsters, laborers, saddlers, blacksmiths, and clerks. The entries are organized under headings such as “Roll of Hired Persons,” “Roll of Extra Duty Men,” and “Roll of Hired Persons by Capt. Jas. H. Tallman A.Q.M.”, with careful tallies of wages due, amounts paid, and discharge notations dated between November 1862 and March 1863. The ledger offers unpublished insight into the logistical and human infrastructure supporting the Army of the Potomac — the noncombatant but essential workforce that maintained transport, supplies, and wagon trains. Among the listed names are numerous civilians and soldiers temporarily detailed to quartermaster service, illustrating the day-to-day recordkeeping of an officer whose diligence sustained his regiment in the field. Several later pages contain handwritten rosters and memoranda, including lists of regimental personnel and annotations in Titus’s own hand. The content is entirely period and original — an exceptionally rich primary source for Civil War logistics, administration, and the material reality of wartime supply operations.

Leather Field Document Wallet of Capt. Uriel B. Titus Used in Quartermaster and Administrative Service, c. 1862–1865 Original Civil War–period leather document wallet constructed of black pebble-grain leather with interior dividers and flap closure, the wallet shows clear field use and age-appropriate wear. This well-traveled case would have served to carry official correspondence, payrolls, vouchers, and receipts associated with Titus’s Quartermaster Department responsibilities — exactly the type of administrative fieldwork recorded in his surviving “Roll of Employees in the Q.M.D.” ledger. Its utilitarian design is consistent with period officer and staff accoutrements, balancing compact portability with durability.

1865 Diary of Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry Featuring an Entry Recording Lee’s Surrender at Appomattox Small Civil War–era leatherbound diary kept by Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry and Quartermaster Department officer. The interior bears his full wartime inscription: “Uriel B. Titus, 1st Lt. & Ord. Off., 3rd Div., 2nd Corps, Army of the Potomac.” Though very sparce on entries, this volume contains one of the most powerful wartime entries imaginable — Titus’s own firsthand record for Sunday, April 9, 1865, reading: “Gen. R. E. Lee surrendered the army of the Confederacy to-day at the Appomattox Court House.” Titus additionally pasted into the facing page an original wartime newspaper clipping announcing the surrender from official army headquarters dispatches — a poignant act of preservation by a soldier who personally lived through the war’s end. The diary’s modest format, worn black leather cover with embossed “I,” and surviving autograph from Titus’s Trenton home reflect a field officer’s practical record-keeping habit.

Leather Folding “U.S. Currency” Valet of Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry Containing Personal and Period Contents Original Civil War–era leather folding currency and document wallet embossed in gilt with large intertwined “U.S.” and the word “Currency” on the exterior cover. The interior retains multiple labeled compartments including those for “Postage,” “Stamps,” and “Receipts.” The wallet shows expected wear from age and use, with surface losses and softening to the leather but remains structurally complete. Of particular note, the wallet still holds period contents, including:

A calling card for Genl. Edwin P. Davis, No. 80 Front Street, New York

A business card for Mrs. S.C. Calmer, Milliner and Dress Maker, Morris, Illinois

Several fragments of silk and folded paper remnants, likely wartime mementos

Document Tube of Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry Used for Military Commissions and Official Papers Original Civil War–period cylindrical tin document tube with removable cap, measuring approximately 13 inches in length, retaining its original black japanned finish with scattered oxidation and handling wear from field and postwar use. This form of tube was standard for the protection and transport of official commissions, discharges, and military orders, especially among staff and quartermaster officers charged with safeguarding sensitive papers in the field. It is believed to have housed Titus’s original commission and quartermaster correspondence, several of which remain preserved in the accompanying collection. The tube’s well-handled exterior and surviving patina suggest long-term use, possibly throughout and following the war, as Titus transitioned from his role as Ordnance Officer, 3rd Division, II Corps into postwar administrative service and later membership in the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States (MOLLUS).

Several of Titus’s original handwritten receipts, business accounts, and MOLLUS correspondence were preserved within this same wallet, making it an especially compelling personal artifact linking his wartime service and postwar career.

State of New Jersey Civil War Service Medal of Capt. Uriel B. Titus Presented by the State of New Jersey to Veterans of the Union Forces, 1861–1865 Original New Jersey State Civil War Service Medal, issued circa 1909 to honor veterans of the state’s volunteer regiments who served during the War of the Rebellion. The medal features a two-part bronze construction, suspended by small chain links. The obverse bears a full-length soldier standing before a cannon and crossed flags with the inscription: “READY TO DIE FOR THE HONOR OF OUR COUNTRY.” The upper bar displays the New Jersey State Seal and the years 1861–1865 within a laurel wreath. The reverse reads: “Presented by the State of New Jersey to Veterans of the Union Forces in the Civil War, 1861–1865.” This example is an especially fine specimen of the official medal authorized by the state legislature to recognize New Jersey’s surviving Union veterans.

Regimental History of the 12th New Jersey Volunteers (1862–1897)- Presentation Copy Associated with Capt. Uriel B. Titus Original postwar regimental history of the 12th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry, bound in red pebble-grain leather and gilt-stamped on the cover within the three-leaf trefoil of the Third Corps: “12th New Jersey Vols 1862 – 1897 F.” This privately printed 1897 volume chronicles the formation, field service, and reunion legacy of the regiment that fought at Gettysburg, the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, and Petersburg, and it includes rosters and biographical sketches of its officers and men. The 12th New Jersey, raised largely in Salem and Cumberland Counties, was attached to the Third Corps, Army of the Potomac, and earned distinction in the defense of the Bliss Barn at Gettysburg.

Grand Army of the Republic Appointment Certificate To Comrade R. H. Titus – Aide-de-Camp Dated October 8, 1883 Impressive original 19th-century Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) appointment certificate issued to Comrade R. H. Titus, appointing him Aide-de-Camp to the Commander-in-Chief of the organization. The ornately engraved document features a bold masthead reading “Grand Army of the Republic” with detailed patriotic imagery including crossed Union flags, cannon barrels, laurel leaves, and the national eagle surmounting a shield bearing the stars and stripes. The text below reads in part: “The Commander in Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, reposing special trust and confidence in your Fidelity and Ability and in your zeal for the interests of the Grand Army of the Republic and devotion to its principles, I do, by virtue of the power and authority in me vested, hereby appoint you Aide-de-Camp…” The certificate bears the official embossed Grand Army of the Republic gold seal at lower left and is signed in period ink by Robert B. Beath, Commander-in-Chief, and J. W. Burst, Adjutant General. Printed and executed on fine heavy stock paper with intricate decorative border and delicate pen flourishes. Measuring approximately 16 x 12 inches (sight), this example remains in excellent overall condition with strong contrast, crisp signatures, and only light age toning typical of period GAR documents. A striking and historically significant postwar artifact representing the highest echelon of Civil War veteran organization leadership, issued at a time when the G.A.R. was at the height of its influence in American politics and veteran affairs. Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States — Memorial Circular for Brevet Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus Commandery of the State of Pennsylvania — Issued September 18, 1909 Original printed “In Memoriam” circular honoring Uriel Burroughs Titus, Brevet Captain, U.S. Volunteers, issued by the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States (MOLLUS), Commandery of Pennsylvania. The front panel bears the formal heading and black mourning border, reading: “In Memoriam — Uriel Burroughs Titus, Brevet Captain U.S. Volunteers. Died at Trenton, N.J., February 19, 1909.” The reverse side provides a detailed biographical record of Captain Titus’s distinguished service:

First Lieutenant and Quartermaster, 22nd New Jersey Infantry, enlisted September 22, 1862; mustered out June 25, 1863.

First Lieutenant, 11th New Jersey Infantry, November 18, 1864; transferred to 12th New Jersey Infantry, June 5, 1865.

Brevetted Captain, April 9, 1865, “for meritorious services during the campaign terminating with the surrender of the insurgent army under General R. E. Lee.”

Active postwar in the Pennsylvania Railroad service at Trenton and as a member of the New Jersey Brigade Society. This memorial circular also records Titus’s election to MOLLUS in October 1896 (Insignia No. 11541) and includes signatures of prominent officers such as Brevet Brigadier General John P. Taylor (Commander) and Brevet Lieutenant Colonel John P. Nicholson (Recorder). Printed on cream stock with double mourning border, measuring approximately 8½ x 5½ inches, and well preserved with original fold marks.

Original Newspaper Obituary of Brevet Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus — 12th New Jersey Infantry Published February 1909 — “G.A.R. Man and One of Trenton’s Best Known Citizens” Original turn-of-the-century newspaper obituary announcing the death of Captain Uriel B. Titus, aged 80 years, a well-known Civil War veteran and resident of Trenton, New Jersey. The article features a half-length portrait photograph of Titus wearing civilian attire and full beard, accompanied by a detailed biographical account of his life and service.

The obituary identifies Titus as:

Member of Post 23, G.A.R., and of the Philadelphia Commandery, Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States

A veteran of the 11th and 12th New Jersey Infantry, serving on the staff of General Gershom Mott as Acting Quartermaster with the rank of Captain

Longtime employee of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, later retired and pensioned

Prominent civic and religious figure, serving over twenty-five years as Superintendent of the Farmingdale Sunday School and member of the Prospect Street Presbyterian Church.

Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States (MOLLUS) Medal, Certificate, and Issuance Card of Brevet Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus Commandery of the State of Pennsylvania — Insignia No. 11541

MOLLUS membership medal, issuance card, presentation box, and official membership certificate, all numbered and matched to Titus’s insignia. The MOLLUS membership medal features a finely enameled five-pointed Maltese-style cross in blue and white with gilt highlights and central red medallion depicting the national eagle, motto “Lex Regit Arma Tuentur” (“Law Rules While Arms Defend”), and suspended from its original red, white, and blue silk ribbon. The medal remains housed in its original Bailey, Banks & Biddle box, retaining its period tissue wrap. Accompanying the medal is the official membership card issued to Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, inscribed in period ink and bearing his insignia number No. 11541, identifying him as an “Original Companion of the First Class” in the Commandery of the State of Pennsylvania. The card bears the signature of the Commandery Chancellor and the printed instruction noting that rosettes “may be obtained of Bailey, Banks & Biddle, Phila.” Also present is the large-format engraved membership certificate, beautifully executed on heavy vellum stock with intricate ornamental title and the Great Seal of the United States, signed in ink by John P. Nicholson, Recorder-in-Chief. The certificate confirms Titus’s standing as Brevet Captain, U.S. Volunteers, and his election as an Original Companion, First Class, dated to the late 19th century. All components remain in excellent, well-preserved condition, exhibiting only minimal age toning.

Grand Army of the Republic 34th National Encampment Delegate Badge of Capt. Uriel B. Titus Complete with Original S.D. Childs & Co. Box and G.A.R. Button Outstanding original Grand Army of the Republic delegate badge worn by Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, veteran of the 11th and 12th New Jersey Infantry, and member of Post No. 23, Department of New Jersey. This striking badge was issued for the 34th National Encampment, held at Chicago, Illinois, in 1900, and remains complete in its original presentation box. The badge features a gilded spread eagle with laurel wreath and crossed flags surmounting a yellow silk ribbon bearing a bar engraved “DELEGATE.” Suspended below is the five-pointed G.A.R. star medal, enameled in patriotic red, white, and blue with the central relief seal of the organization and the words “Grand Army of the Republic 1861–1866.” The reverse displays the distinctive campfire scene with soldier and sailor clasping hands—symbolic of fraternity, charity, and loyalty. Accompanying the badge is a small gilt G.A.R. lapel button and the original box marked in red ink: “Delegate Badge / 34th National Encampment G.A.R. / Made by S.D. Childs & Co., Die Sinkers, 140 and 142 Monroe St., Chicago.” Both medal and box remain in fine condition with vibrant enamel and strong gilt finish. The inclusion of the Childs maker’s box—one of the premier G.A.R. badge manufacturers—greatly enhances its rarity and desirability.

Postwar Officer’s Eagle Belt Plate of Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry Circa 1880 — Horstmann, Philadelphia Original postwar officer’s sword belt plate belonging to Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, veteran of the 11th and 12th New Jersey Infantry. The plate features a bold, high-relief spread eagle clutching arrows and olive branch within a laurel wreath, rendered in cast brass with fine detail and gently domed face. The reverse retains its integral belt loop and tongue bar, with clear maker’s stamp: “HORSTMANN / PHILA.” This style of plate, manufactured by the long-established military outfitters Horstmann Brothers & Company of Philadelphia, was widely favored by veteran officers for postwar militia and reunion wear—particularly among members of the Grand Army of the Republic and other fraternal veteran organizations.

War-Era Wooden “Come-Along” Restraint Carried by Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 12th New Jersey Infantry Turned Hardwood with Original Braided Cord An exceptional and seldom-encountered personal field implement — an original Civil War-period “come-along” restraint attributed to Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, 11th and 12th New Jersey Infantry, who also served as Quartermaster of the 22nd New Jersey Infantry. This simple but effective restraint consists of two turned hardwood handles joined by the original braided rope lanyard, designed to twist or cinch when applied to the wrists for securing prisoners or maintaining order. The smooth patina and wear are consistent with period manufacture and prolonged handling, with the rope retaining its full original integrity and even coloration throughout. Such “come-alongs” were favored by provost marshals, quartermaster personnel, and officers tasked with handling military prisoners, teamsters, and camp laborers — a practical tool of the military police function within the ranks.

Civil War Discharge Document of Capt. Uriel B. Titus, 22nd New Jersey Infantry Dated July 25, 1863 – Trenton, New Jersey Eagle Masthead “To All Whom It May Concern” Form. Original Union Army discharge certificate issued to Uriel B. Titus, 1st Lieutenant and Regimental Quartermaster of the 22nd New Jersey Infantry, bearing the classic Eagle masthead design and printed “To All Whom It May Concern” heading. The document is completed in period ink and dated July 25, 1863, at Trenton, New Jersey, noting his discharge upon the expiration of his nine-month term of service. The form details Titus’s personal description — “thirty-three years of age, five feet nine inches high, dark complexion, dark eyes, dark hair” — and attests to his honorable service with no objections to reenlistment. Signed at the bottom by Capt. James P. Post, 1st Lieutenant and Adjutant of the regiment. The 22nd New Jersey Infantry served under General Hooker and later with the I Corps, Army of the Potomac, seeing duty at Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and along the Rappahannock line before mustering out in June 1863. Titus’s service as Quartermaster placed him in charge of regimental logistics and transport throughout the campaign.

Archive of Postwar and Administrative Documents of Capt. Uriel B. Titus Including MOLLUS Admission, Membership Dues Receipt, and Period Business Accounts A small but highly significant archive of original documents pertaining to Captain Uriel Burroughs Titus, Quartermaster and officer of the 22nd, 11th, and 12th New Jersey Infantry Regiments. This grouping provides a rare window into Titus’s postwar affiliations, veteran honors, and civilian activities during the later decades of the 19th century. Contents include: • Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States (MOLLUS) Admission Letter Official printed notification from the Pennsylvania Commandery, dated October 15, 1896, informing Capt. Titus of his election to membership. Signed in period ink by Lt. Col. John P. Nicholson, Recorder, and by the Commandery’s presiding officers. Accompanied by a dues receipt for 1896–1897, likewise signed and filled out in a fine clerical hand. Titus’s inclusion in MOLLUS reflects the high regard afforded him by his fellow officers and his continued prominence within Union veteran circles. • Handwritten Account and Ledger Receipts Several original 19th-century financial documents, including receipts from John C. Disbrow’s Livery and Exchange Stables, Trenton, New Jersey, and a manuscript account statement detailing horse transactions, possibly tied to Titus’s long-standing role in Quartermaster and transport affairs. These reflect his peacetime business activities following military service, showing the continuation of logistical and procurement work that had defined his wartime duties. Together, these items demonstrate Titus’s evolution from active wartime service to respected veteran officer, participating in the commemorative institutions of the postwar era.

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a very comprehensive grouping.

Inventory Number: GRO 104