anyone recognize this type button?

[Darby]

Found this button this weekend but have never seen this design. No markings on back. Any input greatly appreciated!

 

[treblehunter]

How about a shot of the back?

 

[Darby]

No markings on back but will post a pic of the back tomorrow when I can take a better picture of it. Thanks

 

[CRUSADER]

I've had that type before (British Civvy), from memory it was silver plated at one time & is late 18th C, might creep into early 19th C

 

[Old Dude]

Pretty cool design. Reminds me of a ship's wheel. Any possibility of it being a nautical theme?


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[Darby]

Here are some better pics. Thanks Cru for the info. I haven't cleaned it yet but does look like some silver gilt left on it. I thought it looked like a ships wheel also Old Dude...hoping it was military! Thanks again for the input and hope everyone has a great day.

 

[Steve in PA]

Like Cru said, late 18th - very early 19th century decorative civilian button. I would go back to that spot - there may be some more coins, buttons or other relics from the same period.

 

[Davers]

Nice Button.