"Washington" button , Silver, & Video

[ModernMiner]

"Washington" button , Silver, & Video

I detected at the farm again today after work. Still reworking the front yard using less discrimination.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_vdOYZ9z4s

After a long drought I finally dug a silver coin. A 1940 Merc.

I dug a flat button that was under a rusty nail. I'm so glad I rescanned the hole.
This 15mm flat button has a back mark with an Eagle and "Washington". There is still a shank and small bit of gold gilt on it.
Is "Washington" a button maker, or does it mean George Washington?
Any info on this one would be greatly appreciated. Age?

Another item that I thought was junk turned out to be a religious pendant of some sort. Rough shape, but I'll take it.

And more asst'd trinkets.
Thanks for looking Folks.
-MM-

 

[Colonial Copper Zeus]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

No matter what the button turns out to be it is still mega cool. Most likely early to mid 1800's. Hope the new year is good to you Doug.
Chris

 

[RelicHunterBob]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

Neat button no matter what it turns out to be.

Bob K

 

[BuckleBoy]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

A Nice post, Doug!


Keep up the good work!



Sorry for the late reply--I've been out for a bit.

 

[burglarifyoulike]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

what a great day you had!! its fun to see the research unfolding on that cool button!! hope you find lots more great stuff at that site!

 

[IAsoldier]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

What a great find congrates on the banner.

 

[ModernMiner]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

What a great find congrates on the banner.

Banner? I wish.
That banner button is not mine IA.
Thanks though.
-MM-

 

[Steve in Michigan]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

What does the front of the button look like?

Your Friend,

Steve in Michigan

 

[ModernMiner]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

What does the front of the button look like?

Your Friend,

Steve in Michigan

Steve,
It's just a flat button. Nothing on the front.
-MM-

 

[KirkTN]

Re: "Washington" button , Silver, & Video

Good Job. Those are some nice finds. Really like the button.