Set consisting of a pair of cuff buttons and three buttons, each consist of a circular metal disc with an engraved initial "N" in center, cuff buttons have two posts and diamond shaped guards, buttons have metal loop on reverse for attachment.
fasteners
BUTTON
"N" (Engraved)
370
Unknown
1/4 in (A-B); 3/16 in (C-D) (D), 5/8 in (A-B); 3/8 in (C-D) (diameter) (inches)
Museum Accession
2007.15.59a-e
For more information on cuff links and studs see Fales, Martha Gandy, "Jewelry in America, 1600-1900," (1995):178-179; Hinks, Peter, "Victorian Jewelry," (1991).
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