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Button embossed with Queen Victoria crown

Object No. 2011/82/1-7

Button (1 of 13), embossed with Queen Victoria crown, brass, probably made by Hebbert & Co, England, c. 1860, found at site of a Native Police camp, Banana, Queensland, Australia, c. 1860-1869

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Summary

Physical Description

Metal, circular, dome shaped button with embossed Queen Victoria crown on the front surface. Back of button has a projecting metal loop for attaching to garment.

DIMENSIONS

Depth

14 mm

Diameter

16 mm

PRODUCTION

Notes

Probably made by Hebbert & Co

HISTORY

Notes

Found north of Banana, Queensland, Australia

SOURCE

Acquisition Date

13 September 2011

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