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)

 

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[Aureus]

This is an easy BANNER vote from me. That button is killer! All I want is one Rev button and I can’t even sniff one. I’ve got piles of 1812 buttons. Congrats buddy on an easy BANNER find

Well I don't mind piles of 1812 buttons Thanks man, hope you find yours soon!

 

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[Aureus]

Incredible find! If it could only talk & tell you of it's travels! Banner vote in!

I sure would love to hear its story. Thank you for the comment.

 

[Patriot Relics]

Soil was kind to that killer 20th, beautiful button- banner in my book.

 

[Aureus]

sweet piece of history. congrats!

Thank you.

 

[Aureus]

Ain't that the truth!

Banner vote here, too.

Thanks for your comment.

 

[Scrappy]

Gorgeous button A. If I ever find a rev button, I hope it's as pretty as that one. It belongs up top so I'm sending in a vote. Congrats bud

 

[Aureus]

Congrats on the find! That is an amazing piece of history!

Thank you.

 

[Aureus]

Soil was kind to that killer 20th, beautiful button- banner in my book.

Thank you. Yes, I'm really impressed with the condition of the pewters from that spot.

 

[Aureus]

Gorgeous button A. If I ever find a rev button, I hope it's as pretty as that one. It belongs up top so I'm sending in a vote. Congrats bud

Thank you. Hope you find yours soon!

 

[Iron Patch]

Can't ask for much more on a Rev War British pewter!

 

[Relicific]

Can't ask for much more on a Rev War British pewter!

Totally agree.

 

[CASPER-2]

 

[Aureus]

Can't ask for much more on a Rev War British pewter!

Couldn't have asked for a better condition.

 

[Iron Patch]

Couldn't have asked for a better condition.

Yes you can... intact shank!

 

[sutphin]

BEAUTIFUL FIND

 

[Aureus]

Yes you can... intact shank!

Yes and the coat still attached.

 

[Aureus]

BEAUTIFUL FIND

Thank you.

 

[Aureus]

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Thanks!

 

[Relicific]

Holy Molly
Didn’t know you found two 20 th regiments
Very cool

 

[Aureus]

Holy Molly
Didn’t know you found two 20 th regiments
Very cool

Well you've commented when I first posted it. Maybe didn't realize that both were different type 20th.