United States. Six New York State Artillery/Militia National Guard Uniform Buttons, c.1850 Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic suffering a gunshot wound to

suffering a gunshot wound to the leg in November

1952 to February 18

which would render this lot an authentic but mis-matched set

the reverse of the second page presents an addendum

with moderate loss of finish and oxidation evident

United States. Six New York State Artillery/Militia National Guard Uniform Buttons, c.1850 Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic suffering a gunshot wound toIn 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.