Ancient Irish Fencibles button, 1800s (c)
button, button
Accession Number
NAM.1970-12-99-2-106
Description
Ancient Irish Fencibles button, 1800s (c) Pewter, one-piece, slightly convex, open back. Around the edge of the button in a circle inscribed ANCIENT IRISH FOR EVER, in the centre of the circle a crowned Maid of Erin and harp. No back mark. Collection of buttons associated with British Napoleonic Wars, Veterans, Garrisons, Fencibles and Volunteers. From the collection of Maj H G Parkyn.