Spanish Colonial Militia Button

Jewelry

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The Lew Anvil Collection

Name/Title

Spanish Colonial Militia Button

Description

Buttons date from 1740 to 1785. The buttons are hand cast, have a flat profile, are made of copper alloy, and have integral shanks with drilled eyelets.

Context

These buttons were used by Spanish Colonial troops, and in this size, adorned their uniform or possibly gaiters. This button was recovered from St. Augustine.