64L Navy Blue Lighthouse 1950-60s Kiddie Novelty Button 1 5/8"
This vintage navy blue lighthouse novelty shank button, depicting a classic tall, spiraled lighthouse tower with a lantern top, balcony details, and a small base resembling a keeper's house with pitched roof and windows.
Measures approximately 64L, 64 lignes, 40.6 mm, or 1 19/32" (close to 1 5/8").
It was made in the mid-20th century, most likely the 1950s to early 1960s, during the height of whimsical molded plastic novelty buttons for children's clothing and outerwear. This era featured nautical and adventure motifs (lighthouses symbolizing guidance, the sea, coastal themes, or exploratory play) in bold, solid colors with molded texture details—ideal for toddler coats, play jackets, or themed kids' apparel evoking seaside fun.
The deep 3D sculpting (spiral banding on the tower, stacked lantern, window slits, and integrated base) along with the high-profile integral self-shank (molded plastic loop, no metal insert) are signature features of quality 1950s-1960s novelties, contrasting with simpler or smaller designs from later periods.
The material is molded plastic, a durable thermoplastic (likely acetate, early acrylic, or similar glossy non-flammable synthetic common after the 1940s celluloid decline), in a rich navy blue throughout with subtle molded highlights for depth and shine—no applied paint, ensuring lasting color vibrancy and detail.
This was produced in the United States, where post-war manufacturers emphasized large, eye-catching themed novelties for the children's market boom). At 64L, this is an unusually large example for kiddie buttons—rarer and more dramatic than smaller examples, making it a standout focal piece for coastal, maritime, or adventure-themed whimsy.
The large size, unique and detailed lighthouse motif has strong navy blue nautical appeal, boosting desirability among collectors of whimsical/outdoor-themed kiddie or coat buttons. A fantastic maritime find—this lighthouse will add a touch of adventurous charm to any vintage collection!
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