Irish Militia - 102nd Prince of Wales's Own Donegal Militia Officer's Silver Plated Large Pattern Coatee Button

Circa 25mm in diameter, rim, fixed shank, maker marked Jennens & Co (PoW feathers), London. Design comprises Prince of Wales plumes over “102”. As worn from 1855 - 1881. In superb condition and scarce.

Raised in April 1793, HQ in 1817 at Ballyshannon, redesignated POW Own Donegal Militia 1855. 1874 HQ moved to Lifford; redesignated 3 Brigade North Irish Division Artillery on 1st July 1881.

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Code: 70309