Circular brass button, with a coat of arms just below center. Above coat of arms is a ship-in-water motif. Below is a scroll-like banner which forms a semi-circle around the edge of the lower portion of circle. Attached loop on center of back.
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Textile Details
Material
brass
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Unknown
Attribution
Maker
Label/Inscription/Signature
Type
Inscription
Transcription
The banner reads: "SPERO MELIORA" (which is Latin for "I hope for the best").
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Diameter
1-1/8 in
Dimension Notes
Display Dimensions: 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm)
Condition
Notes
Remarks: Details of condition: Surface scratches on front on top portion.
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Edward Livingston, Unknown
Notes
Former owner
Related Entries
Notes
MP.93.355 - Notebook - List includes
General Notes
Note Type
General Note
Note
For cross reference, see MP.93.355, #13.
Note Type
StorageNote
Note
Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Montgomery Place, Charter Room