29L Purple Sunglasses 1950-60s Kiddie Novelty Button 3/4"

This vintage purple (lavender-toned) sunglasses novelty shank button (depicting a pair of stylized, whimsical eyeglasses with curled-up arms/handles, textured mesh-like "lenses" for a funky retro effect, and small dot accents.

Measures approximately 29L, 29 lignes, 18.4 mm, or 23/32 inch (close to 3/4").

It was made in the 1950s to early 1960s, during the golden era of colorful molded plastic novelty buttons for children's clothing. This period embraced fun, accessory-themed whimsy (sunglasses evoking summer fun, cool vibes, beach play, or playful "grown-up" imitation), often on toddler outfits, play clothes, or casual kids' wear to add a cheeky, retro flair.

The detailed molding—including curled arms with black painted accents, textured lenses, and high-profile integral self-shank (molded plastic loop)—is characteristic of quality 1950s-1960s novelties, before simpler flat designs took over.

The material is molded plastic, a durable thermoplastic (likely acetate, early acrylic, or similar glossy non-flammable synthetic post-1940s celluloid era), with a soft purple base and applied black detailing on the arms and edges for contrast—common for painted accents that add personality and hold up well.

These were produced in the United States, where post-war button makers churned out playful, themed kiddie novelties during the baby boom. A fun, quirky find—sunglasses buttons bring instant retro cool to any collection!

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