A DIVISION THREE CARVED PEARL ANIMAL BUTTON

1 Scarce extra large 20th C. Bethlehem Pearl Quad Kittens example. This special Bethlehem pearl button from Jerusalem was carved utilizing the design on the RARE brass picture button of 4 kittens in Sabot shoes. That rare picture button is also in this auction and both examples have come from the Lanier collection. 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:£30.22

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