Description

Pair of set of 2 vintage bakelite and lucite moon glow buttons: ~ Huge matched pair of 1 3/4" buttons ~ Round transparent apple juice bakelite ~ Inset with shimmery gray mod midcentury lucite moonglow triangle details ~ Would be perfect for almost any application - especially cloaks, coats, jackets, purses or tote bags, jewelry components - anywhere you would need focal buttons that wow! Ready and waiting for your sewing or jewelry project, craft room stash, collection or gift giving - you will love these! AGE OR ERA : True antique / vintage handmade buttons - broadly guessing 1940's 1950's 1960's in age MARKINGS : None that I could find METAL/MATERIAL : Bakelite and lucite C LASP / CLOSURE : Silver hook shanks on the back MEASUREMENTS : Each button measures just shy of 1 3/4" WEIGHT : 20.5 grams together on my scale TESTING : The apple juice bakelite passes both the rub and smell and Simichrome tests U.S. RING SIZE : x HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE : Bakelite was the first completely synthetic plastic, but not used for making buttons until the 1920's. Bakelite buttons were often carved and embellished with a metal escutcheon in the shape of a plant or animal. Others were decorated with glass sequins or costume jewelry. JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) : Enhance your wardrobe or projectwith this vintage pair of matching midcentury apple juice bakelite buttons. The round buttons boast silver, gray, and yellow colors, and feature an inset style with a triangle lucite design. These buttons are perfect for jackets and coats, and are sure to make a statement. The buttons are made of high-quality bakelite material and are suitable for collectors and sewing enthusiasts alike. Add a touch of nostalgia to your collection with these vintage original buttons. INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE : x " A picture is worth a thousand words " Please view & enlarge photographs to closely inspect fine details and to determine the amount of patina and/or wear. Most older pieces by nature normally have some degree of both and, unless severe, aren't considered damaged and not mentioned. Especially if obvious and/or prominent in the photos. Individuals do have varying levels of desire and tolerance for "vintage charm" so do utilize the scroll arrows beside the photos to allow yourself the opportunity to view them all, as they are an important integral part and extension of the description. Don't forget to check my other items ;) PLEASE NOTE : COMBINED SHIPPING: IF THERE IS A SHIPPING CHARGE LISTED......KNOW THAT I GLADLY COMBINE SHIPPING . " PAY ONLY ONE SHIPPING FEE - THE REST SHIP FOR FREE " ADJUSTMENTS ARE MADE ON THE LOWER SHIPPING AMOUNT(S). (IF THE CART/CHECKOUT DOESN'T AUTOMATICALLY DISCOUNT - PLEASE PROCEED AND TRUST I WILL REFUND OVERAGES PROMPTLY) SHOP WITH CONFIDENCE : I AM AN EXPERIENCED SELLER WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD - HAPPY CUSTOMERS AND SMOOTH TRANSACTIONS ARE MY TOP PRIORITIES ALL OF MY ITEMS HAVE BEEN CAREFULLY STORED IN A SUPER CLEAN, SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT KNOW I ALWAYS PAD AND PACKAGE WITH EXTREME CARE - I MAKE SURE EVERY PARCEL GETS SENT OUT JUST AS I WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE IT. I ALSO INSURE ALL PACKAGES AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO YOU - FOR EXTRA PROTECTION ONCE IT IS OUT OF MY CARE PLEASE LEAVE FEEDBACK TO INDICATE YOUR ORDER HAS ARRIVED SAFE & SOUND AND I WILL RESPOND IN KIND RETURNS ARE NOT ACCEPTED - DUE TO THE UNIQUE NATURE OF ONE OF A KIND / VINTAGE ITEMS. I WRITE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS AND POST NUMEROUS CLEAR PHOTOS. I AM ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS AND/OR SUPPLY MORE PICTURES IF ASKED THANKS FOR UNDERSTANDING AND HAVE A GREAT DAY!