Eagle & Star Inaugural Button, ca. 1789. Brass, 34.3mm, with shank. B.1009, Cobb 17g, Alpert 18. Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Drop-wing eagle with large U.S. shield below 6-pointed star with rays in angles. Shank is original and unbent. Light coppery red surfaces highlight a bold example of this design.
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