When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
**Item Description:**
Up for sale is an authentic, original Civil War-era (circa 1861–1865) United States Army General Staff Officer uniform button. This iconic piece features a sharp, crisp die-struck image of the spread-wing eagle with a chest shield, surrounded by a distinct ring of stars on a lined background.
**Backmark & Construction:**
The reverse features a completely plain, unmarked back with its original centered wire attachment shank fully intact and solid. This is a period-authentic generic "tin-back" variant, widely purchased by officers during the war from military tailors and camp sutlers as durable field replacements.
**Condition Details:**
* Beautiful, authentic non-dug (un-excavated) vintage condition.
* Displays a gorgeous, dark, uncleaned brass patina with excellent relief details remaining on the eagle's feathers and stars.
* The outer border and rim are perfectly round and sound.
* Please review the high-resolution listing photos for exact cosmetic evaluation. You will receive the exact button pictured.
**Shipping & Terms:**
* Will be carefully wrapped and shipped securely in a padded bubble mailer.
* **Sold AS-IS with no returns accepted.** Please feel free to message me with any questions prior to offerding or purchasing!
