Button

[Icewing]

I found this out in a field that's been plowed. No known history of any significance.
I know I've seen them before but can't remember where.

 

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[taz42o]

Most are hem weights for curtains,dresses and only have a number on them. Have heard some are or were used as buttons. That is first one ive seen with design . Guess that one was made as a button.

 

[rick67]

Can't stand when I've seen something and can't find it again.
I seen yours earlier today while looking for another button but can't find it. The stars hint 1940's.

 

[nhbenz]

Pretty similar to: http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/today-s-finds/477571-usma-button.html
That one was said to be a late 19th century trousers button. I would think if it's made of anything other than lead then it wouldn't be a hem/curtain weight.

 

[BARKER]

Hi; It is a 1940's hem weight. If you notice it has 5 Stars. What Military person can you think of that had 5 Stars on his collar ?? BINGO. PEACE:RONB

 

[nhbenz]

Barker, noone said this was military. And stars don't get worn on the collar they go on the shoulder. Omar Bradley had five.
Here's a really fancy hem weight for you Barker, since you think it makes sense to decorate an item which will always be hidden when used: U.S.M.A. BRASS UNIFORM TROUSER SEWING BUTTON | eBay
-I don't claim their ID to be correct or not, just that it wasn't designed to be covered up.

 

[Icewing]

Hey thanks guys I can confirm it's not lead. It's got a copper like color to it.