Brass rectangular shoe buckle, bright cut engraving along border; brass hinged chape and tongue
buckles (strap accessories)
fasteners
brass (alloy)
BUCKLE, SHOE
51
Unknown
1 3/4 in x 2 13/16 in x 1 in (HxWxD) (inches)
1925.41
For more information on shoe buckles see White, Carolyn L. "American Artifacts of Personal Adornment, 1680-1820," (2005).
Title Brass shoe buckle Accession Number 1925.40
Title Brass shoe buckle Accession Number 1925.41
Title Steel shoe buckle Accession Number 1925.42
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