18L 1940s-1960s Trochus Shell Four-Hole Buttons 1/2 Inches Set of 9

Set of nine natural Mother of Pearl shell buttons carved with a smooth rim. Four-hole sew-through buttons.

Size: small
Quantity: 9
Measure approximately: 18L, 18 lignes, 11.4 mm, or 29/64" (close to 1/2")
Attachment: four-hole

Material: Trochus shell. Genuine mother-of-pearl (MOP). From the sea snail Trochus Niloticus. Trochus produces a thick, strong, creamy nacre that's used for high-quality carved buttons.

Color: A creamy soft white color, subtle iridescence, and a smooth, slightly shiny nacre appearance. Not dyed, all natural.

Era: 1940-1960s

Origin: Japan.

Uses: everyday formal or semi-formal clothing like men's dress shirts, women's blouses, or children's wear.