Rare type Revolutionary War button. Amazing condition!

[Aureus]

Went on a short visit of a friend in Quebec city. I only had one day to detect, so we went on a hunt in one of our favorite spots that we have hunted extensively in the past. The permission used to have a very old road gong through it making it rich in relics and occasional coins. Wasn't expecting anything exceptional, just some quality detecting time in good company. Towards the end of the day, I still managed a nice silver plated buckle of unknown age, a few early flat buttons and musket balls. Was getting ready to head back when I got a deep but solid signal on Deus. Was very excited, as at first I thought it was a Real coin. When I removed the dirt and saw what it really was, my jaw dropped...

My very first British 20th Regiment of foot Revolutionary War button. On top of this, it's a rare early type (''m'' in the book). The condition of the button is just mind blowing, never seen one in such a great shape. Being deep must have helped with it's conservation.

I couldn't be happier and it was well worth the long trip. A nice little hunt!








Ref: Insignia of independence (Troiani,Kochan)

 

[smokeythecat]

You did very well indeed.

 

[Kurios1]

Love the historic old button. It is in great condition considering how long it has been waiting for you to recover it. Beautiful buckle and other buttons as well. Excellent day out in the company of friends. Can't beat that!

 

[CRUSADER]

I've had the silver plated officers one with the wreath, but no pewter version yet. Great condition again.

 

[trapperart]

Congrats on the great button and other nice finds

 

[Aureus]

You did very well indeed.

Thanks!

 

[scruggs]

Super nice relics you found!

 

[pepperj]

Geez I get a tingly feeling looking at the green patina of the button, huge congrats on the recovery!

There's something about those deep sounding finds that one just has a feeling it's going to be sweet, not even dug yet but one seems to know somehow.
Thanks for the post up on this very wet Nate rain day. Happy Turkey Day

 

[Relicific]

Awesome button
Not only rare,but in excellent condition.
I’m voting banner on this one.
Congrats

 

[GuyToken]

Belle relique mon ami.
GuyToken

 

[Underwonder]

Aureus,
Congratulations on your friendship, hunt, and last minute find. That was a sweet ending. Thanks for sharing your research too! What a nice piece for your collection.

 

[hogge]

Wow Dude! That's a GREAT Rev War Find! I think BANNER!

 

[Diggin Dude]

Wow!! That button is a beauty!! Well done! Congrats and HH

 

[RVRoamer76]

Great outting and a over the top button find...awesome hunt !! Congrats !!

 

[G.A.P.metal]

Aureus
Man i love that button...mind blowing find... Banner worthy !
Banner vote placed .
Gary

 

[Valley Ranger]

Great piece of history!

 

[Z.K.]

BANNER No ifs, ands, or buts.


After a year of you contributing stellar objects to the site, it's gonna be great to see this up top, amigo.

 

[ironhorse]

that's the kind of thing I'd like to see in the dirt

super nice find, you've done very well

 

[digging440yrs]

Beauty ! Great pewter button

 

[Aureus]

I've had the silver plated officers one with the wreath, but no pewter version yet. Great condition again.

Thanks. I need to find the officers one.