Vogt Auction Texas Presents American War Memorabilia, Silver Bars, and More

The latest sale from Vogt Auction Texas includes a wide selection of historical weapons and firearms, as well as advertising signs, American history items, and silver bars. Among the top lots is a set of three 10-troy-ounce silver bars. This mixed set is composed of bars from private American mint Republic Metals Corp., German technology group Heraeus, and American refinery OPM Metals. Also notable is a neon advertising sign for Colt. Wired in two colors, the sign features the curving Colt logo against a deep red background. 

A collection of miscellaneous American cavalry gear will also be available in this upcoming auction. These antique items range from stirrups and tack to a blanket and 1889 campaign hat. Other items are identified as a member of the 2nd Texas Cavalry Regiment, a volunteer unit from Texas that fought for the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. The lot also contains everyday items that cavalry members would have carried, such as forks, cups, and a small knife. Another key historical lot is a captured Japanese flag dating back to World War II. This piece, which remains in fair condition with some color change due to age, was signed by crew members of the U.S.S. LCT 973. LCTs, or tank landing crafts, were used for amphibious attacks and beach landings. The United States utilized these tanks throughout World War II and later wars. A German World War II Nazi paramilitary motorcycle helmet will also cross the auction block. Visit Vogt Auction Texas for more details on this Firearms auction, and find additional auction previews on Auction Daily.