2+2=2??

[RelicRick]

Hi guys and girls,

I found this a while ago in a small privately-owned field rumored to have been a temporary camping spot for the 2nd NJ Regiment in 1779. If I put two and two together, does it equal 2? Your input is greatly appreciated! I also found 2 unfired musketballs at the same site which has me leaning towards my hopes of 1779.

Thanks,

RelicRick

 

[caleb]

wow does it have a date on it, also nice find HH

 

[allen]

Put it on the what is it forum and see
if they can ID it.

 

[lost hunter]

 

[N.J.THer]

Can't say for sure but I will keep my fingers crossed for you.

I found a button with a 1 on it a while back and I've never had it confirmed for sure but it sure looks like a match in the Revolutionary War Buttons book.

Good luck

NJ

 

[Jersey Hunter]

Very cool find.

 

[HEAVYMETALNUT]

nice! hope it's the real deal! but what are the 2 nubs on the back? it's not a button? or a hat emblem?

 

[RelicRick]

nice! hope it's the real deal! but what are the 2 nubs on the back? it's not a button? or a hat emblem?

I hadn't thought of a hat emblem...I've been thinking it is a pin based upon the back nubs...hmmm, now you've got me thinking! Thanks! BTW there are no dates on this piece as far as I can tell. I've been searching the internet looking for one just like it, but no success yet. I will say the style of the number does match other buttons from that era. Keep the suggestions/ thoughts coming!

Relic Rick

 

[oldsalty19]