Stumbled on a union camp...

[Larry336]

I'm sure the best has yet to be found. I think the shield insignia is some type of corps badge, but I'm not 100% sure. The half button, is a NY state button...

 

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[alabama11]

Great work. That's a wide variety of finds. I am sure more waits to be found.

 

[Digger RJ]

Very Nice!!! Keep Is up on Pics!!! Congrats!!!!

 

[basque-man]

Looks like you all have a great spot!

 

[civilman1]

Great saves Larry Not sure if the badge is a corp badge or not,I'm leaning more toward a piece of horse tack adornment. Keep us posted on this spot,I'm sure you're not finished.Nice digs!!

 

[CRUSADER]

Great saves Larry Not sure if the badge is a corp badge or not,I'm leaning more toward a piece of horse tack adornment. Keep us posted on this spot,I'm sure you're not finished.Nice digs!!

Agreed, its a leather mount for a horse harness or saddle.

 

[HIGHSTRUNG]

Awesome! Congrats!

 

[Steve in PA]

Agreed, its a leather mount for a horse harness or saddle.

Or a leather strap tippet, early to mid 19th century.. Still you are on a CW site. Hope there is more to be found.

 

[CRUSADER]

Or a leather strap tippet, early to mid 19th century.. Still you are on a CW site. Hope there is more to be found.

Yes, could be a strap-end.

 

[Gene Mean]

Great finds, nice eagle button!

 

[Professor of Engineering]

Nice finds, congrats!

 

[smokeythecat]

Yes, it does not resemble any corps badges I have seen. You can google them actually. I also think it's from horse leather. Now go back and hammer the place!

 

[A2coins]

Nice finds thats a good sign I would be all over that place you never know what awaits. Keep us posted Tommy