Confederate Infantry Coat Button - Richmond Backmark
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Item: Confederate Infantry Button - Richmond Backmark
Backmark: "E.M.L & C. RICHMOND. VA." rmdc
Design: Raised Roman letter "I" on a plain field.
Construction: Medium convex, two-piece.
Approximate size: 23 mm.
Condition: Very good, excavated, shank missing. Reddish-brown patina with greenish-tan colored surface soil residue nicely highlighting the letter "I" and rim. The rear backmark is crystal clear. A portion of possibly the shank can be heard inside the button with gentle movement. No pushes, cracks or repairs.
Recovered: Henrico County, VA.
Reference: Tice: CSI240A1 Albert: CS 181
Comments: These Richmond back marked buttons are among my favorites, and this example will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War button or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC10852
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