Historical information
c1900 Decorative silver, pewter or brass buckles were attached by ribbons or straps to plain shoes for evening and special occasions . These buckles were worn by the a lady in the family of Ailsa Hunt in Moorabbin Shire
Significance
These decorative shoe buckles were a common accessory for early settler women in Moorabbin Shire c1900
Physical description
2 x oval metal buckles filigree wheat sheathes
Inscriptions & markings
On crossbar back : MADE IN FRANCE
