Military or Civilian

[johnash15]

Found this today along with the other flat buttons at an 1850s home site. Anyone have a clue on the anchor button?

 

[smokeythecat]

"Button" is most likely a Rev war period cufflink, I've had a few in my time. Nice find.

 

[nova treasure]

late 1700's to early 1800's Civilian made cuff button.

added: I searched the net to try and find something to give example and I found this Tnet thread.

http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/today-s-finds/342469-colonial-navy-cuff-button.html

 

[johnash15]

Thx for the info