Unidentified flat civilian button

[Phil73]

Found this civilian flat button today. No markings. Any information about it that you guy's can share would be appreciated.

 

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WELCOME AND NICE FIND

 

[DownNDirty]

Brass flat button from the 1700s.

 

[smokeythecat]

Welcome. Yes, your are correct about a civilian button. Brass with applied shank, they were used mid to late 1700's into early 1800's. Nice.

 

[Phil73]

That is great news. Thanks to all of you for your help.

 

[Phil73]

Thanks for the welcome. That is great news. Found on a beach dating back to the 1750's. Thanks to all of you for your help.

 

[Hawks88]

Nice find. Welcome to tnet.

 

[CMDiamonddawg]

Nice , that button # 1 may just be the beginning of wanting to do it again , and again . Welcome , ~ Enjoy the ride ~

 

[CRUSADER]

Agreed with others late 18th C.