Another old button -how do I date this one?

SweetRinger

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ImageUploadedByTreasureNet.com1559440778.135742.jpgImageUploadedByTreasureNet.com1559440796.873417.jpg Its crazy that I keep finding old buttons at the beach. Googled this one but there are so many varieties. Any thoughts?
 

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i cant help with age but thats an awesome button !
 

It is number 37 in the US Navy section of Albert button book. Albert states that the navy button was switched to a standard of 15 stars in 1802, so yours pre-dates that, having 13 stars. Excellent find.
 

Thanks Josh for the information. I will have to get the book.
 

Very cool finds. In what state or province did you find them? I've found a few similar versions in brass and cuff button format.
 

Killer finds! Keep careful notes on the places you find these treasures! :occasion14:
 

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