Original U.S. Pre-Civil War Providence Horse Guards Button by R. & W. Robinson of Attleborough Category_Flintlock Pistols quicker drying and rot-proofed

quicker drying and rot-proofed

Early Type 30 bayonets usually sported a hooked quillion guard which gave it a distinct look

They show a lovely mellow patina now

which is engraved onto the lighter

so it was well protected by being inside the receiver

Original U.S. Pre-Civil War Providence Horse Guards Button by R. & W. Robinson of Attleborough Category_Flintlock Pistols quicker drying and rot-proofedOriginal Item. Only One Available. The Providence Horse Guards were a pre Civil War Rhode Island Militia unit. Many of these men formed the nucleus of the First Rhode Island Cavalry, which served with great distinction during the Civil War. The button is in great shape and was stamped a bit off of the center, so the letters of PROVIDENCE are partially off of the button. The back of the button is well stamped with R.&W. ROBINSON EXTRA RICH