A pair of medium vintage cabochon shank buttons features a deep red translucent cabochon set in a brass or bronze metal frame with a loop shank on the back. The design showcases a domed, glossy cabochon with a vibrant, jewel-toned, rich garnet-like red color that catches the light beautifully.
Era: 1940s
Quantity: 2, two
Size: Medium
Measurements: 30L, 30 lignes, 19 mm, or 3/4"
Colors: Red, Gold
Material: Plastic, Lucite, Metal
Attachment: Shank. The soldered shank on the domed brass back plate is characteristic of quality plastic cabochon buttons from this era, often used on coats, suits, dresses, or heavier garments.
Origin: United States
Uses: Suitable for coats, suits, dresses, or heavier garments.
Condition: Excellent. The oxidation and patina on the solder joints and brass are authentic signs of aging for pieces from the late 1940s, earlier than pure post-war surplus but firmly in the Lucite heyday.
