South Carolina Coat Button, Battle of Gettysburg / SOLD

Description

South Carolina Coat Button, Battle of Gettysburg – Inventory Number: BUT 269 / SOLD Battle of Gettysburg Excavated South Carolina coat button. Two-piece construction depicting the South Carolina coat of arms against a lined background. The face has a fair amount of gilt remaining and good detail with a slight push to the right of the palmetto. The back retains the shank and the backmark “IVES SCOTT & CO/WATERBURY.” A very nice prewar example that was lost during the Battle. 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.   Inventory Number: BUT  269 / SOLD