✅ SOLVED I found a piece with an eagle on it

[Jyverb64]

I dug this on Sunday and just not sure what it is, I pictured it with a LC for a size reference

 

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[jewelerguy]

looks like the center part of a stamped eagle tongue and wreath buckle. militia, circa 1840's-50's

 

[kcm]

Either that or a seal for a glass bottle.

 

[Dirtminer]

I think it's some kind of lid. Depends on what it's made out of.

 

[nhbenz]

I think the buckle piece is correct, but it sure is a deceptively clean break (I wouldn't have guessed it). Check out the ones in this thread: http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/civil-war/148551-buckle.html

 

[kcm]

Civil War Uniform Buttons

Many buttons are made with a stamped metal part that covers the button. The size and thickness would be right for a trench-type coat. Thoughts?

 

[mirage83]

Looks kinda large for a button cover to me, but I'm not up on all things button.

 

[A2coins]

The eagle has landed. Good job!!!!

 

[Bruce R]

What's the piece at the bottom to the left of the thimble?

 

[Goldiver]

I believe your Eagle piece to be a 1820s-1840s Shako cap side button or pin. Looks like you might be on to a cool camp site.

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Steve

 

[Jyverb64]

I believe your Eagle piece to be a 1820s-1840s Shako cap side button or pin. Looks like you might be on to a cool camp site.

Shiloh Civil War Relics*Catalog

Steve

You nailed it thanks for the info

 

[Jyverb64]

What's the piece at the bottom to the left of the thimble?

It's a pin or a broach