1789 Washington Inaugural Button. MEMORABLE ERA. Cobb-4, DeWitt-GW 1789-4, Baker-1010. Brass. Fine.33.9 mm. 93.1 grains. Sharpness is a bit finer, with virtually all of the design details clear, but the piece is a bit rough. The surface is granular and oxidized, as this is obviously a ground find. There is a slight bend, and the shank is gone. However, as one of the very few dated Washington Inaugural buttons, these stand apart from most of the others. The sentiment, Memorable Era, is quite remarkable as well, and these buttons are always in strong demand. This one was clearly worn in celebration of the event and probably brought great dismay to the person who lost it two centuries ago.
