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Civil War CONFEDERATE "E" ENGINEER'S BUTTON, Coat Size 26mm, Albert CS151
Civil WarConfederate "E" Engineer's Button by "VAN WART SON & Co." Coat size 26mm, AlbertCS151. Condition: View provided photos very closely as they are considered part of the condition report.SEE CONDITION REPORT ABOVE.

Civil War Era VMI Cadet Button D. Evans Attleboro Non-Dug Rare Variant TM2282
Inventory Item: TM2282. D. Evans pulled their surviving pre-war backmark dies out of storage to rapidly fulfill these urgent, historic VMI uniform contracts. Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible original non-dug Virginia Military Institute (VMI) Cadet uniform button, struck by the renowned manufacturer D. Evans & Co. of Attleboro, Massachusetts.

Grand Army of the Republic GAR Buttons (Lot of 90) 1866 - 1956 * ALL ONE PRICE
Grand Army of the Republic GAR Buttons 1866 - 1956 (Lot of 90) - ALL ONE PRICE.

Civil War Artillery Officer Coat Button Eagle A
This product is an original Civil War artillery officer coat button featuring an eagle design. Made in the United States during the Civil War period, this button falls under the theme of militaria collectibles. With its historical significance and originality, this item would be a valuable addition to any collection related to the Civil War era. Lot 16.3

Pre Civil War Revenue Marine / Revenue Cutter Coat Button
This is a RevenueMarine / RevenueCutter Service coat button. The Revenue Marine / Revenue Cutter Service was the forerunner to our modern United States Coast Guard. The back mark -- (star) SCOVILLS & CO (star) WATERBURY -- is a raised mark in a depressed channel (rmdc) that clearly places its production as pre-Civil War in the 1840s and 1850s.

Confederate Louisiana Pelican Local Civil War Coat Button LA12 With Provenance
Ground dug local Louisiana confederate LA12 button. Dug in 1986 by Ed Heck at one of Stonewall Jackson’s campsites. Button apparently pictured in the 1987 dug section of the Jan/Feb issue of North South trader. Please see photos for condition, button is in ground dug condition.

Nice Dug Civil War Eagle Button Display Cuff & Coat Recovered From Utoy Creek Ga
For sale is a nice dug Civil War Eagle Button Group. This group consist of one Eagle General Service Overcoat button and a nice General Service Eagle Cuff button. Both of these buttons have solid stand up shanks on the reverse. These buttons will come in a nice Riker Box display with a red felt background. These buttons were recovered from Utoy Creek Ga. See pictures for details. Please check out my other listings. Thanks

Official And Diplomatic Serive Cuff Button
Very nice dug Official And Diplomatic cuff button. OD2Av in Albert’s book.

Dug South Carolina Civil War Confederate Coat Button
Here’s a Civil War Coat South Carolina button dug in a Cavalry camp outside of Charleston. It’s 23 mm Backmark Schuyler H&G NY. Has a push but button still displays great and is a pretty confederate button.

Rattlesnake Post Revolutinary War Coat Button
Nice early rattlesnake coat button. Button measures 24.5 mm. This button is missing the shank. Most feel they are political, some say could be military.

Dug Civil War Relic Federal Union Eagle Button found in VA with Case and COA
You will receive ONE dug Eagle Button. These are a mix of infantry and general service buttons. Manufactured by either Schuyler H&G N.Y. or Scovill Mf'g Co / Waterbury. Each button will still have the shank/back attached and is in dug condition. The Eagle button will come with a plastic cup with foam inside to hold in place. It will also include a plastic bag with COA attached. Each button has a lifetime warranty and can be returned anytime. ONE BUTTON PER ORDER!!!.

Dug Civil War Virginia Staff Cuff Size Coat Button
Cuff size Virginia button found in Winchester Virginia.

WAR OF 1812 & BEFORE US ARMY GENERAL SERVICE BUTTON 1808-1830 ALBERT# GI-30-TYPE
Albert# GI-30-TYPE. Backmark is blank as most often seen. I have helped build many fabulous button collections over the years and take great pride helping you build yours. I am always interested in buying large or small military button collections.

Pair Civil War era New Hampshire State Seal Button Earrings Scovill Waterbury
Buttons are in excellent original condition. These buttons have been made into sweetheart earrings. Buttons look new, very little wear, if any. They were used on uniforms for state militia units around 1855.

New York Excelsior Militia Coat Button Eagle Pre-Civil War 1pc
The New York Excelsior Militia Coat Button featuring an eagle design was an original piece from the pre-Civil War era. This collectible item falls under the theme of Militaria and is a unique piece of history from the Civil War period. Perfect for collectors interested in original period items or those passionate about military memorabilia. Lot16.11

PRE CIVIL WAR ERA 1 PIECE UNITED STATES RIFLEMEN MILITIA BUTTON ALBERT# RF-26-A
The product is an original United States militaria button from the pre-Civil War era. Specifically, it is a piece from the United States Riflemen Militia, dating back to the time preceding the Civil War. This button, with Albert catalog number RF-26-A, serves as a collectible item that holds historical significance in the context of military history and the lead-up to the Civil War. Its authenticity and origin make it a unique piece of memorabilia from a specific time period in United States history. Lot16.10

Vintage US Naval Button by J. Starkey of London 21 George Street, Navy history

RARE ! CIVIL WAR UNION NAVY PE-COAT BUTTON WATERBURY BUTTON CO. 1 5/16"
CIVIL WAR UNION NAVY13 STAR FOULED ANCHOR PE-COAT BUTTON by WATERBURY BUTTON CO. 1 5/16". MAKER MARKED ON REVERSE THIS IS NOT A COPY OR A REPRODUCTION.

SUPERB POST REVOLUTIONARY WAR EXCAVATED WASHINGTON INAUGURAL BUTTON ALBERT# WI-1
Albert# WI-1. See photos for condition details. I have helped build many fabulous button collections over the years and take great pride helping you build yours. I am always interested in buying large or small military button collections.

PRE CIVIL WAR WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON CAMPAIGN OF 1840 BUTTON ALBERTS# PC-131-A
A very fine example of a 2 piece pre Civil War William Henry Harrison Presidential campaign of 1840 button against Martin Van Buren. Albert# PC-131-A. Backmark reads " SCOVILLS & CO WATERBURY ". Button retains all of its original gilded finish.

Dug Civil War Solid Cast Brass Confederate Infantry I Button Allatoona Church Ga
For sale is one dug Civil War solid cast brass Confederate Infantry “I” button. This button is a nice example with green brown and purple patina and a nice looking stand out “I”. The reverse is partially uncleaned and the shank is perfectly intact. This button was recovered years ago at Allatoona Church in West Cobb County Ga. See pictures for details. Please check out my other listings. Thanks!

Dug Civil War Eagle 'D' Dragoon Cuff Button from Port Hudson

Civil War Staff Officer Cuff Button Dug Richmond, Virginia
This product is a dug Civil War staff officer cuff button from Richmond, Virginia. As an original period item from the United States, this collectible piece of militaria holds historical significance from the Civil War era. Its unique design and provenance make it a valuable and sought-after piece for history enthusiasts and collectors interested in this specific period of American history. See pictures for details.

CIVIL WAR ERA CONFEDERATE 2 PIECE GEORGIA STATE SEAL BUTTON ALBERTS# GA-2-A
Button marked W.G. Mintzer - Phila. Georgia State Seal Bearing - Constitution, Wisdom, Justice and Moderation. 100% gilt. Size 22 mm.

Virginia Norfolk Academy Civil War Vest Button
Very nice dug Virginia Norfolk Academy button. SU390v in Albert’s book and VAS285As1 in Tice’s book.

1 Piece MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEER MILITIA button Look Close BENEDICT & COE STAMPED
Look close this button also has the period ink stamp for Benedict & coe double gilt look close and the ring of stars.

French Revolution National Guard of Paris Officer's Coat Button 1792-1795 27mm
These were worn by Officers of the Parisian National Guard. This button is made of a highly gilted brass face and a wooden back. Backmark: None (Wooden Back).

Dug Civil War Louisiana State Seal Confederate Button Local Overcoat Gold Plate
For sale is one dug Civil War Confederate Louisiana State Seal Pelican overcoat button. This button is a nice example with gold plating that really makes the Pelican State Seal stand out. The reverse of the button has a stand up shank with small traces of gold remaining. This button is local made with no backmark. A nice example of the type. See pictures for details. Please check out my other listings. Thanks!

North Carolina Confederate Button - Shenandoah Valley
The shank is missing and the back has no backmark. T hank you for looking.

CIVIL WAR ERA VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE BUTTON ALBERT# SU-408 CS CUFF
An nice example of a 2 piece Civil War Virginia Military Institute cadet cuff button of the Civil War era. Albert# SU-408-TYPE. Backmark reads " D. E. & CO. EXTRA ". Most all of the gilded finish remains.

PRE CIVIL WAR UNITED STATES INFANTRY OFFICER'S BUTTON ALBERT# GI-51-M PEASLEY
Albert# GI-51-M. The backmark reads "A. M. PEASLEY BOSTON ". Button may retain much of its silver finish under the heavy tarnish. See photos for condition details. I have helped build many fabulous button collections over the years and take great pride helping you build yours.

Civil War Era 1865-1888 Brass 23mm 7/8” Navy Coat Button By Jacob Reeds Sons
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CIVIL WAR STAFF TYPE STATE OF KENTUCKY SEAL CONFEDERATE BUTTON ALBERT# KY-1-Dv
Albert's KY-1-Dv. Backmark reads" HORSTMANN BROS. Button retains most of its original gilding. See photos for condition details. I have helped build many fabulous button collections over the years and take great pride helping you build yours.

WAR OF 1812 US EXCAVATED PEWTER INFANTRY OFFICER'S BUTTON ALBERT# GI-41-A
Albert# GI-41-A. This pewter button originally had an iron shank and now has a replaced shank as was the custom years ago. There is light glue residue on the reverse and the backmark is only partially visible.

WAR OF 1812 / PRE CIVIL WAR 1 PIECE CITY GUARDS OF BOSTON BUTTON ALBERT# MS-19-A
A fine and rare example of an early 1 piece War of 1812 pre Civil War City Guards of Boston Massachusetts Militia coat button. Albert# MS-53-A. Backmark reads " TREBLE. Button retains much of its original gilded finish and the shank is bent.

Artillery 1st Regiment Coat Button
Has the original shank. AY36A1 in Albert’s book.

Union Civil War Rhode Island State Seal Militia Staff Coat Button
Union Civil War Rhode Island state seal militia staff coat button.c.1860, The back is marked -D. EVANS & CO. ATTLEBORO MASS.

Regiment Of Artillerists Coat Button Pre Civil War
Nice and early artillery coat button. AY34A in Albert’s book.

U.S. Navy Officer’s Coat Button, Civil War “High Head” Eagle (TM2321A)
Item Number: TM2321A. Design: U.S. Navy Eagle and Fouled Anchor. The eagle design exhibits the distinct, pronounced "high head" profile typical of hand-die-struck buttons from this era, distinguishing it from later 20th-century uniform production.

Non Dug Civil War 💥 🇺🇸 💣 New York Coat Button
This product is an original Civil War coat button from New York, specifically from the years 1861-1865. It is a piece of militaria collectible with a theme rooted in the history of the Civil War. The button carries significance as an original period item, making it a valuable and historical artifact for collectors interested in this specific conflict. 16.19