Sutler Price List

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
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Phone: (540) 231-6308
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Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Sutler Price List, c. 1861-1865, Ms2025-029, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
0.1 Cubic Feet 1 folder
Abstract:
This collection contains a price list of bulk items from Sutler's Stores, c. 1861-1865. The list consists of prices from orders made by military units. Sutler stores were located in many army camps throughout the 19th century, mainly durning the American Civil War.
Language:
The material in this collection is in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Sutler Price List, c. 1861-1865, Ms2025-029, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains a price list of bulk items from Sutler's Stores, c. 1861-1865. Some items include smoked beef, flour, and dried fruits. The list consists of prices from orders made by military units.

Biographical / historical:

Sutler stores were located in many army camps throughout the 19th century, mainly durning the American Civil War, and provided a place for the soldiers to purchase goods from an appointed seller, the sutler.

External sources:

Post Sutler-Historical Background.(2016, July 26). The National Parks Service. https://www.nps.gov/fosc/learn/education/sutler5.htm. Accessed May 20, 2025.

Acquisition information:
The Sutler price list was purchased by Special Collections and University Archives in April 2023.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Sutler Price List was completed in May 2025.