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Rare Set of Three Mid-19th Century Mexican Military Export Uniform Buttons by Horstmann Bros. & Allien, New York
Offered for sale is an exceptional and scarce lot of three matching antique uniform buttons featuring the Mexican national coat of arms—the iconic eagle, snake, and cactus motif rendered in crisp, high-relief detail against a lined field with a rope border.
Key Details:
- Backmark: Each button features the distinct maker's mark "HORSTMANN BROS. & ALLIEN N.Y.", utilized by the prominent New York military outfitter between 1852 and 1877.
- Historical Significance: During the mid-to-late 19th century, top-tier American military goods contractors like Horstmann manufactured specialized uniform hardware for international contracts, making these U.S.-made Mexican export buttons significantly scarcer than domestic military pieces.
- Condition: All three buttons retain their original shank loops on the reverse. They exhibit a pleasing, undisturbed age patina with minor surface wear appropriate for authentic historical artifacts of this age (please review all high-resolution photos for exact condition details).
An incredible addition for advanced military button collectors or specialists in 19th-century Latin American historical uniform items. Ships securely packaged and fully protected.
