A DIVISION THREE JAPANESE METAL WORK TECHNIQUE BUTTON

1 Large 20th century Damascene button by Mario Ballesteros. Here is a master craftsman's work in this Damascene pictorial button. The inlay and filigree work are made with actual gold and the detail is extra fine. Mario no longer makes buttons so grab it up if you like this one. 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:$30

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