Manufactured Objects, x 6 buttons, white metal filigree, c1900

Historical information

c1900 These white metal buttons could be attached to a dress or jacket to possibly match or enhance decorative silver, pewter or brass buckles that were attached by ribbons or straps to plain shoes for evening and special occasions . These buttons were worn by a lady in the family of Ailsa Hunt in Moorabbin Shire

Significance

These decorative white metal buttons were a common accessory for early settler women in Moorabbin Shire c1900

Physical description

6x square white metal buttons with filigree design and attachment loop at back

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