Up for grabs today - Pair of 2 large matching bakelite buttons:
~ Big bold chunky button set
~ Mod dimensional triangle or pyramid shaped - with clipped corners for extra flair
~ Transparent dark apple juice base color with semi- transparent darker swirl lends to a faux tortoise shell or root beer swirl marbled look
~ These would make fantastic focal buttons on a coat, jacket, or cape or a note-worthy closure of distinction on a purse or bag
Ready and waiting for your use, crafty creation, creative application, art project, button stash, collection, sharing, or gift giving - you will love these!
AGE OR ERA: True vintage buttons - guessing 1930's to 1940's in age. Mid century to retro era
MARKINGS: None that I could find
METAL/MATERIAL: Bakelite with a silver toned metal shank
CLASP / CLOSURE: Silver toned shank
MEASUREMENTS: About 1 3/4" across
WEIGHT: 24.0 grams on my scale
TESTING: Tested with and passed both the Simichrome and rub and smell methods
U.S. RING SIZE: x
TESTING: Tested with and passed both the Simichrome and rub and smell methods
U.S. RING SIZE: x
FUN FACTS, HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE: Bakelite was invented in 1904 and was the first completely synthetic plastic, but not used for making buttons until the 1920s.
JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): Add a touch of vintage charm to your wardrobe or project with this pair of large mod buttons. Crafted from marbled bakelite, these triangular buttons feature a unique Root Beer Swirl design in brown color shades. The buttons are perfect for adding a pop of color to your jackets and coats, and their geometric style is sure to make a statement. The buttons are sold as a set of two and are suitable for use in most any sewing project. Their true vintage original design is sure to make them a collectible item for any Bakelite or button enthusiast. Don't miss out on the opportunity to add these unique buttons to your collection!
CONDITION: Great vintage pre-loved condition - no actual damage to note. Minor flea bites or random divots along some edges / corners - a byproduct of the initial carving or creation as you can see upon close inspection. Mainly evident on one button only when inspecting closely. In an excellent state of preservation
INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x
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