Set of twelve vintage natural coconut shell buttons, most popular during the 1970s, when natural materials were widely used in casual and bohemian-inspired clothing. Reflective of the natural-materials and environmental fashion movement that coincided with the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970.
Era: 1970s
Quantity: 12, twelve
Size: Medium
Measurements: 40L, 40 lignes, 25 mm, or 1-inch.
Attachment: Two-hole sew-through
Colors: Browns, earthy neutrals.
Material: Factory-cut natural coconut shell
Origin: Philippines. Manufactured overseas and imported into the United States for sale through notions companies and fabric stores.
Uses: Cardigans, ponchos, sweaters, casual jackets, shirts, and overshirts. Ideal for earth-tone, boho, or utilitarian garments.
Condition: Excellent. Natural variations visible.