British Marine Other Ranks Button (Pre-1802 Pattern)
Item #: Z6694
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Z6694 British Marine Other Ranks Button (Pre-1802 Pattern)
Description: Nice excavated British Marine button in pewter for other ranks or enlisted men. This example has the incised fouled anchor with a "pie crust” or "scalloped” border. On April 29, 1802, this pattern officially changed to include "Royal Marines” above a fouled anchor with the laurel wreath below. The laurel wreath was an honor for service at Belle Isle. Even though there was an official change in 1802, this style of button continued to be used on up through the War of 1812. The style used in the Revolutionary War is very similar, but the internally raised portion of the face is more substantial and like the King’s 8th Regiment buttons of the Rev. War period.
A decent example that appears to be a water recovery. The iron shank has rusted away. The detail is crisp! The button is slightly wavy and shows a few small dings from use.
Backmark: "NUTTING & SON / KING.ST. / COVENT GARDEN” rm
Measures: 22.36mm
Reference: "Insignia of Independence” Troiani & Kochan Pg. 114 No. BMP
Reference: "Military Button Manufacturers from the London Directories: 1800-1899 Pg. 53 (Circa 1802-1817)
Recovered: Unknown
Shipping Weight:
0.5 lb
Your Price$75.00 USD
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