✅ SOLVED Found an old button in the woods. Military?

[GreatLakesDigger]

I found this old button in the woods yesterday. I was wondering if it could be military related. On the front it has an eagle and EXCELSIOR underneath. On the back it has IMPERIAL PLATED WARRENTED. It was about 7 inches deep. Thanks in advance for the help!

 

[gunsil]

That is an early New York State militia button and a very cool find!!! Pre-Civil War, I think 1820s-1840s.

 

[CoilyGirl]

That is gorgeous,great find!

 

[vpnavy]

Always fun to find out when another TN member also find that same button...Eagle Excelsior Button (Sep 14, 2009, 07:17 PM)

 

[smokeythecat]

Absolutely right on the ID, early NY button and a beauty.