Washington Inaugural Button. Eagle and Star. 63 Impressions in the Border. Brass. Cobb-17j, WHB-18, RAU-WI.12C, DeWitt GW1789.3c (54 therein is a typo for 63), Baker-1009. Extremely Fine.，34.3 mm. 118.3 gns. Original shank. Single piece. This is a very handsome specimen, with deep yellow-brown brass color and distinct reddish highlights. The back is slightly darker, as expected. Cobb attribution inked on back. An eagle displayed in the center, shield on its breast, star with rays above, border of 63 impressions around. Cobb listed this as his 17j and thought it was made of copper. Cobbs descriptive label, once affixed to the back of the button, is included.<p><p><p>From our (Stacks) Americana Sale, January 2003, lot 1355.
