United States. Six New York State Artillery/Militia National Guard Uniform Buttons, c.1850 Auction colonialism and neo-colonialism

colonialism and neo-colonialism

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After Submarine Training at H

Next to the signature it shows the seal of the Ministry of Defense

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United States. Six New York State Artillery/Militia National Guard Uniform Buttons, c.1850 Auction colonialism and neo-colonialismIn brass, each illustrating an eagle holding a shield in its beak, inscribed "NATIONAL GUARD" at the base, five bearing a ribbon banner inscribed "N. Y. S. A." (Artillery), the other button inscribed "N. Y. S. M. (Militia), with various maker marks on their reverses, measuring approximately 21 mm in diameter each, ranging from fine to better than very fine.