Confederate Infantry “Block I” Cast Button, Battle of Gettysburg / SOLD

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Confederate Infantry “Block I” Cast Button, Battle of Gettysburg – Inventory Number: BUL 258 / SOLD Battle of Gettysburg Excavated Confederate Infantry button of local manufacture, cast from bronze with a plain Roman ‘I” on the face. The shank is the drilled wedge type. The button measures 23mm and has a smooth dark bronze patina. Listed as CSI275A1 in Tice’s button book. An excellent example of a standard issue Confederate foot soldier’s button. From a collection of local Gettysburg Relics recovered in the 1950’s.  Accompanied by certificate of authenticity. Comes housed in a display case with red velvet backing and descriptive card. *To purchase this item directly with a credit card, please click on this link.   Inventory Number: BUL 258 / SOLD