{"product_id":"39l-1940s-70s-grey-mop-oyster-shell-four-hole-button-1-inch","title":"39L 1940s-70s Grey MOP Oyster Shell Four-Hole Button 1 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful iridescent abalone carved shell button. A medium-sized, four-hole sew-through button. Gray\/blue\/smoky MOP buttons peaked post-WWII when large, iridescent shell buttons were popular for men's suits, blazers, overcoats, and women's tailored garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: 1940s-1970s\u003cbr\u003eSize: Medium\u003cbr\u003eQuantity: 1\u003cbr\u003eMeasure approximately: 39 lignes, 24.3 mm, 31\/32\" (close to 1\")\u003cbr\u003eAttachment: Four-hole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Oyster-derived gray-blue examples frequently trace to pearl oyster fisheries in the Pacific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Gray\/blue\/smoky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Europe (France\/Germany for finishing\/polishing into buttons). Shell blanks were often harvested in the Indo-Pacific, then cut\/polished\/exported. Made for Western markets (U.S.\/Europe) and unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses: suited to substantial garments where a refined finish is desired. They work beautifully on men’s suit jackets, blazers, sport coats, or overcoats, whether used on front closures or cuffs, with the smoky gray-blue tone adding a sophisticated, understated elegance. Equally appropriate for women’s tailored coats, dresses, or cardigans, where the soft iridescence lends a luxurious accent. For outerwear or formal wear, the blue-gray hues pair naturally with navy, charcoal, or black fabrics, while the subtle sheen catches the light to add depth without excess shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exemplifies natural beauty in button-making, oyster nacre's blue-gray iridescence evokes ocean depths and luxury fashion history. Perfect for shadow box displays or jewelry upcycling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43839088001213,"sku":"BU210","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/BU210_a1.jpg?v=1769218326","url":"https:\/\/www.getluckyvintage.com\/products\/39l-1940s-70s-grey-mop-oyster-shell-four-hole-button-1-inch","provider":"Get Lucky Vintage ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}