Revolutionary Wars Georgian Irish Volunteers - Balbriggen Infantry Officer's Silver Plated Open Backed Coatee Button

Circa 17mm in diameter, fixed shank, open backed, of one piece domed construction, silver plated, Hanoverian crown at centre, and bearing the title ''Balbriggen Infantry''. maker marked Murphy, Dublin. Sight wear to high points. In fabulous condition for age. Rare.

Raised in 1796, saw action during the 1798 Rebellion. Balbriggen (now spelt Balbriggan) is in north County Dublin.

See also my item 70321 for the matching Cavalry squadron button.

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Code: 70325