Foster Cuff button ID

[Kieth-Tx]

Landowners son found this button 10 years ago...any ideas. Button not in best shape but eagle is flying right to left. Shield is towards bottom in center. Sorry about pic quality...will try to get better pic. Area has been occupied since early 1800's.


Vayank-I knew you could get the ball rolling on this! Thanks.

BCH-You nailed it...it is the second pic. Thanks!

 

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[Bramblefind]

I found references in Chicago directories in the 1880s, 1890s to G.F. Foster, Son & Co. a maker of uniforms.

Here is an ad from the a July 1891 Chicago Tribune -

Also - here is the same button

http://www.thebeepgoeson.com/display.asp?page=Recent

 

[Kieth-Tx]

Thanks Bramblefind for the info. Looks like Foster made alot of military items.

 

[Dano Sverige]

Well researched Bramble.

 

[vayank54]

The button is a version of the Illinois state seal. George Foster began selling military goods in 1873 or 1874. In 1892 They began advertising military clothing and other items for the Army, National guard and other uniformed associations. The company lasted until at least 1904. From the style of the button I think it dates 1900 or later. I'm not 100% sure on that though

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

The button is a version of the Illinois state seal. George Foster began selling military goods in 1873 or 1874. In 1892 They began advertising military clothing and other items for the Army, National guard and other uniformed associations. The company lasted until at least 1904. From the style of the button I think it dates 1900 or later. I'm not 100% sure on that though

Great call vayank! I could barely see that thing.

Is this it?

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

or this?

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

I just noticed that Bramblefind already Ided the Illiinois button. I guess I should read all the posts/links. Great ID Bramblefind!

 

[vayank54]

It's the lower of the 2. I can see the eagle on the one posted has the longer neck. Oops. I guess I should start reading all the posts and links as well.
Sorry Bramblefind.