British RN Navy Officer’s War of 1812 1/2″ Button Turner and Dixon

The British Royal Navy Officer’s War of 1812 1/2″ Button by Turner and Dixon is an original period artifact dating to the early nineteenth century. Manufactured by Turner and Dixon, a well-known button maker of the era, this gilt brass button measures approximately 1/2 inch in diameter. It features the fouled anchor design, a symbol used on Royal Navy uniforms, and was standard issue for commissioned officers during the War of 1812. The reverse is stamped with the maker’s mark, “Turner & Dixon,” signifying authenticity and providing valuable information for collectors and historians. Buttons of this type were part of the official naval uniform, attached to coats and other garments worn by officers serving in the British Royal Navy. This button represents a tangible connection to naval service during the early nineteenth century and offers insight into the uniforms and material culture of British military forces engaged in the War of 1812.