A RARE DIVISION ONE PICTORIAL CAT BUTTON

1 very large 19th century brass and steel Quad Kittens example. This has always been a desirable and sought after CAT button by collectors and it is very scarce as well. The 4 Cats are escutcheons sitting on a faceted cut steel shape, shaped like a Sabot shoe. The background on the concave brass is engraved and the button is in great condition. 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:£75.57

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