For Immediate Release

Contact: Andrew Turner

866.626.4661 ext. 1018

jpconway@manions.com

Authentic Civil War uniform to be sold through Manion’s International Auction House

Bids for documented uniform of Civil War Lieutenant to be accepted from March 6th through March 25th, 2007at www.manions.com

Kansas City, Kansas (March 14, 2007) – A uniform belonging to 1^st Lt. Nelson Ephraim Prentice of Payne, Ohio, an officer in Company M, 1st Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Heavy Artillery, has made its way to Manion’s International Auction House in Kansas City, Kansas. The historic garment was consigned to the auction by the Lieutenant’s great-great grandson.

“This kind of item is a dream of a find for a serious historian or collector,” said Manion’s representative John Conway. “The uniform itself is rare enough, but when you add the documentation, and all of the other items that come with this collection, it’s absolutely astounding. We are honored the Prentice family chose Manion’s to broker the sale.”

Not only does the collection include the artillery Lieutenant’s Union frockcoat and trousers, but features his Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) suit coat and vest, his personalized GAR membership lapel badge, and his civilian frockcoat. The documentation includes a copy of a 10 page unit history, as written by Lt. Prentice, mentioning by name all other officers in the company, as well as copies of Prentice family history and photos.

“These items are in remarkable condition as well,” said Conway. “They have been locked away for years and years. They were kept from sunlight, protected from major mothing, and were obviously spared exposure to dramatic changes in temperature. It is definitely a unique opportunity for a serious historian or collector.”

The items will be sold to the highest bidder with the two-week auction that began March 6th and will end March 25th. A detailed description, and photos of the items, can be found at www.manions.com.

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