These captivating buttons carry the quiet romance of a bygone American era, when a single small design could tell a story of resilience, beauty, and hope. The raised profile features a proud Native American man with flowing headdress.
It is drawn directly from the iconic US Buffalo Nickel (minted 1913–1938), a coin sculpted by James Earle Fraser. Fraser created a composite portrait, blending features from several real Native American individuals into one powerful, dignified image that became a national symbol of strength and heritage.
Era: 1930s
Size: Medium
Measurements: 35 lignes, 22.2 mm, 7/8-inch
Colors: Silver, black
Attachment: Shank
Material: Metal, Repousse metal
Condition: Excellent
Origin: United States (likely in Connecticut’s famous “Brass Valley” factories, such as Waterbury Button Company or Scovill)
Uses: Ideal for coats, jackets, Western shirts, vintage restorations, or as meaningful Americana accents.
