A DIVISION ONE BLACK GLASS IN ORNATE METAL BUTTON

1 Large 19th century enamel DF and Paste OME example. This is an incredible and exquisite button. The central design on this beautifully ornate gilded brass setting is set with black glass. On the pierced openwork border you find interspersed clear crystal like paste jewels that sparkle. On the outer edge is found 5 enamel, almost butterfly wing, sections. What an intricate, interesting and unusual button to find. From the collection the late Don and Barb Lanier. Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above Date or Era: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918 Condition Request Condition Report PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Estimate:£37.78

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