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British military buttons (3) excavated at Fort Washington

British military buttons (3) excavated at Fort Washington
Object name 
British military buttons (3) excavated at Fort Washington
Date 
1770-1783
Related People 
Related Person: Field Exploration Committee
Medium 
Pewter
Dimensions 
largest: 1 in. ( 2.5 cm )
Description 
Pewter military buttons; one has a roped border; another is decorated with a floral design on front.
Object Number 
INV.6200.95-97