Clothing, button hook, c1900

Historical information

A button hook is a tool used for the closing of shoes, gloves or other apparel that uses buttons as fasteners. It consists of a steel hook fixed to a handle that may be simple or decorative. The hook end is inserted through the buttonhole to capture the button by the shank and draw it through the opening.

Significance

The family of May Curtis were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire

Physical description

A metal button hook for shoes and gaiters with an 'Ivorine' handle

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