My first Military Button, I hope

[Marko0916]

I'm pretty sure it military, Gold Plated, but it has accumulated so much to it and I have no idea how to clean it properly. Should I just leave it soaking in soap water for a month.

I believe I can make out a 38, and it has an intact circle in the back. Found on the shores of Long Island NY. Thanks For Looking

 

[Evolution]

That's a "p". Its a police button. They were two piece. . I'm thinking late 1800's.

 

[fyrffytr1]

I agree with the above post.
P In Wreath-Domed - Police - Waterbury Button

 

[Marko0916]

That's a "p". Its a police button. They were two piece. . I'm thinking late 1800's.

Wow. You saved me a lot of time. Thank you.

 

[trapperart]

Nice find congrats

 

[jimzz977]

Yea it's a police button I found one just like yours

 

[ironhorse]

A month in soapy water is a new cleaning method..... check around the site here, you'll find more reliable cleaning methods for all your finds.
Hopefully you get some finds that don't need any cleaning at all!

 

[against the wind]

Very cool,, looks like some of that Long Island Salt Water got to that find.
Congrats and be patient with the cleaning,,
There are a few gentler ways to clean brass or copper items.
I'm no expert but you might want to try letting it soak in olive oil for a week.