RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER’S BUTTON, CS2.

RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER’S BUTTON, CS2. This is possibly the finest example of one of the rarest of all Confederate buttons. This 25mm button by Firmin & Sons of London exhibits a drooped-winged eagle with over-sized shield with “CSA”. The eagle is surrounded by 11 stars. If you wanted just one Confederate button this might be it. This is among the largest of Confederate staff’s at 25mm and we know of no more than two or possibly three other examples extant. SIZE: 25mm PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Overall button is excellent retaining almost 100% original gilt. Back mark is crisp and fine. Shank is slightly bent as can be seen in photos. 4-42199 JS1 (10,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2391	$24,150.00	RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER’S BUTTON, CS2. This is possibly the finest example of one of the rarest of all Confederate buttons. This 25mm button by Firmin & Sons of London exhibits a drooped-winged eagle with over-sized shield with “CSA”. The eagle is surrounded by 11 stars. If you wanted just one Confederate button this might be it. This is among the largest of Confederate staff’s at 25mm and we know of no more than two or possibly three other examples extant. SIZE: 25mm PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Overall button is excellent retaining almost 100% original gilt. Back mark is crisp and fine. Shank is slightly bent as can be seen in photos. 4-42199 JS1 (10,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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