Possible 18th or 17th Century Button?

JSM1986

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Looks 18th century for sure. typical of buttons of the Rev War period. Anything on the front? Even if very faint?
 

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I would definitely say 18th century-probably mid-18th. Pewter with a molded shank.
 

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Certainly pewter. Cast in a mold. 1700s. Take a look at my "how to clean buttons" post in the "Cleaning and Preservation" section of the forum. Good advice there on how to preserve it. If you do nothing, the button will slowly flake away.

Best Wishes,

Buck
 

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Thanks for the info. No there is nothing on the front.
 

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