A DIVISION ONE PICTORIAL INSECT PEARL BUTTON

1 Medium 19th century pearl base with 3 ladybugs. Looking back at artistic renderings of the 1800's, the brass and cut steel bugs on this cool smokey pearl button appear to be Ladybugs. The button and the design are both reminiscent from the 1800's. From the collection the late Don and Barb Lanier. Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above Date or Era: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918 Condition Request Condition Report PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Estimate:$40

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