Need Help Identifying Old Button

[lilwizard77]

I found this today in a field in Hertford County, NC. There use to be an old plantation there, not sure of the dates but the foundation of the house could be seen about 4 feet down in a deep ditch along the side of the road. After a little bit of water, the area where the shank would have been is very bright silver. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

 

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[Wildcat1750]

I'm no expert but just guessing Late 18th early 19th century flat button?
Nice find, still with traces of gilt on it!

 

[RelicMedic]

Gold gilt flat button with a "plated" backmark. Typically 1820-1840s.

 

[Calabash Digger]

nice find!

 

[lilwizard77]

Thank you all for the infomration, looks like I am on a good spot. I found a couple of smaller ones (forgot to mention this one is about the size of a quarter) last night that have similar markings. Happy hunting!

 

[Professor of Engineering]

Nice find, early 1800's!