Artifact Colonial

Flower Button

1700s

Flower Button — Colonial Artifact found at Island General, Oak Island, Nova Scotia. Dated: 1700s
Flower Button — 1700s
Photo: The HISTORY Channel
Location Island General (Lot 5)
Discovered Season 12, Episode 9
Date Range 1700 AD – 1750 AD
Category Artifact
Era Colonial

About This Artifact

A significant gilded gold button with a floral pattern, discovered near the Lot 5 excavation site. Analyzed by Emma Culligan, the 18th-century artifact shows high phosphorus levels, suggesting it belonged to a British military officer or a gentleman of high status.

Historical Context

The Curse of Oak Island

Where It Was Found

Found at Oak Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.

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