Backmark: "E.M.L & C. RICHMOND. VA." rmdc
Construction: Medium convex, two-piece.
Approximate size: 23 mm.
Condition: Excellent, excavated, secure shank present. It has a very nice brown-green patina with no pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Comments: These Richmond back marked buttons are among my favorites and this fine example will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War button or general relic collection.
Recovered: Caroline County, VA.
Reference: Tice: CSI240A1 Albert: CS 181
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