Georgia State Seal Coat Button - Dated 1861
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Item: Georgia State Seal Coat Button - Dated 1861
Backmark: " * W. G. MINTZER / PHILa 1861." rmdc with a stippled channel.
Construction: Convex, two-piece.
Approximate size: 23.5 mm.
Condition: Excellent, non-excavated, secure shank present. Some, if not all, of the letters of "CONSTITUTION" are visible on the arch as well as some of the letters of "WISDOM", "JUSTICE", and "MODERATION" found in a banner on the pillars. No pushes, cracks, breaks, or repairs.
Reference: Tice: GA203A1 Albert: GA 2
Comments: According to "Uniform Buttons of the United States 1776-1865" by Warren K. Tice, regarding the button design, "The (Georgia) legislature adopted Georgia’s state seal in 1799. Military buttons of the state depict the seal’s obverse, or coat of arms side with the three classical pillars supporting an arch bearing the word “Constitution.” The design symbolizes the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of government supporting the constitution. Banners inscribed “Wisdom,” “Justice,” and “Moderation” are wrapped on the pillars. At the side of one pillar a militiaman stands with a drawn sword, signifying defense of the constitution by state military forces." This button is just perfect, with a super brilliant look, and will be an excellent addition to any Civil War button or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC9302
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