Painted BLACK GLASS Antique BUTTON, 1800s, WHALE in Water Design, Gold Leaf

Description: Antique clothing button was probably produced during the 1800s. The black glass button has a lovely painting of what looks to me to be a whale swimming along the top of some water. Part of the painted portion is likely enamel work -- while the scene is also enhanced by some gold leaf detailing. This gold highlighting is difficult to see in the photos, but it quite noticeable in real life The rectangular button has a self-shank molded into the back. Please refer to the ruler pictured in the image for the exact button size. Overall condition: Solid VG+/Excellent..... The button may have slight surface/edge wear -- but there are no cracks, breaks, or other more serious flaws. It is in very nice shape and it will display beautifully. See attached photos for more detail on the condition. ***************************************** PLEASE NOTE: I am NOT an expert on vintage buttons. My mom -- Nancy Moran -- was a longtime member of the National Button Society, plus was active in several local button clubs in New York. She downsized her collection before passing away in 2020, so I helped her sell some of her treasures. But I am not familiar with all the terminology and intricacies of button collecting. I try to use various notes she left with the buttons to describe them to the best of my ability, but understand that any terms I use in describing these items, are not terms I am familiar or experienced with. So please use the attached images to form your own opinions. I am also not knowledgeable on the hobby criteria in condition grading -- so I use my condition grades in a commonsense manner -- as if grading any collectible -- they are not based on any hobby standards. Please contact me if you have specific questions, and I will answer them as best I can. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution

Price: 19.99 USD

Location: Winter Springs, Florida

End Time: 2024-12-21T23:40:06.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5 USD