Antique Button Jewelry

This asymmetrical pearl Button necklace is a great statement piece! The shaded & carved pearl buttons pick up any color you wear it with. Your new favorite!

Features:

• Vintage carved and shaded pearl buttons
• Vintage pearl bead chain - 20”
• Pendant - 2” x 2”
• Finished length - 23 1/2”

Black glass buttons gained popularity in 1860’s when Queen Victoria used jet buttons on her mourning clothing.  Most glass buttons are sometimes called jet, but glass buttons were more accessible to the masses. These black glass buttons have lovely varied designs from gold detailing & carvings. They have some chips & scratches due to their use and age (1870’s - 1914)… but charming nonetheless!

Features:

• Nine antique glass buttons  - 5/8”  diameter
• Gold toned bracelet backing - 7 1/2”

Black glass buttons gained popularity in 1860’s when Queen Victoria used jet buttons on her mourning clothing.  Most glass buttons are sometimes called jet, but these glass buttons were more accessible to the masses than actual jet gemstones. The black glass buttons with luster finishes (gold or silver) became in favor again from post 1920’s until the late 1940’s when Czech glass buttons were produced in abundance. The designs are varied but always beautiful. These bracelets can be worn dressy or for everyday… but always enchanting!

Features:

• Seven vintage & antique glass buttons  - 5/8” diameter
• silver toned bracelet backing - 7 1/2”

These mirror backed and tinted buttons are made from pierced metal,  then a reflective film is inserted behind them to catch the light and give them a twinkle effect. The style dates them most likely to the late 1800’s and they are oh so pretty!

Features:

• Two Antique Buttons - 5/8” diameter
• Sterling silver ear wires
• Vintage pearl drop
• Finished length - 1 1/4”

These late 1800’s to early 1900’s buttons were worn on uniforms, and the state seal buttons were primarily made for collectors & sometimes worn. The patina & details on these buttons are wonderful, and make into a classic gold bracelet!

 
Features:

• New York Militia Uniform Button 
• Pennsylvania State Seal Button
• Band Uniform Button
• Michigan State Seal Button
• Last Button unidentified
• Small anchor dangle button - 1/2” diameter
• All larger buttons are 7/8” diameter
• Gold tone bracelet backing - 7” - 7 1/2”

This gorgeous modern pearl button bracelet will take you from fine to fabulous!  The pearl button serves as a backdrop for the polka dot transfer design. I’ve combined the polka dot button with two more vintage pearl buttons in an off center design for a modern edge. The vintage elastic watch band makes it an easy piece to slip on. So much to love!

Features:

• Large Vintage shaded pearl button - 1 1/4” diameter 
• Medium vintage abalone pearl button - 1” diameter 
• Polka Dot pearl transfer button - 5/8” diameter 
• Silver toned vintage elastic watch band - fits 7 1/2” wrist comfortably 

The use of a reflective film behind gold filagree helped to give the buttons a twinkle when they caught the light! I also love that it gives a mixed metal result for those of us who love silver and gold together.

The delicate pear branch motif on these buttons is wonderful. They are great for fall, but definitely need to be worn year round. Classic heirloom earrings you will love!

These late 1800 buttons are in pristine condition! AND…they are silver toned! There are many more gold toned buttons from this period, as they were more popular. That makes silver tone buttons much more scarce. So for your consideration…these wonderful button earrings. I only have three sets, so don’t delay!

Features:

• Late 1800’s buttons - 1/2” diameter 
• Vintage pearl drops
• Sterling silver ear wires 
• Finished length on “no drop” earrings- 7/8”
• Finished length on “drops” earrings- 1 1/4”

These great faceted glass luster buttons were made to imitate the look of cut steel & marcasite buttons. They catch the light and sparkle!

Features:

• Two antique luster glass buttons - 1/2” diameter
• Sterling silver ear wires 
• Finished length 1”

A simple vintage rhinestone set in metal button, makes a wonderful statement ring.

Features:

• Vintage button - 1” diameter
• silver toned wide ring band - ADJUSTABLE 

A classic circa 1960’s button is embellished with a bright blue rhinestone for extra sparkle!

Features:

• Vintage plastic button with blue center rhinestone - 7/8” diameter
• Gold toned comfortable wide band ring base -  ADJUSTABLE 

Two fun stacked buttons make a great fun statement Ring!

Features:

• Two vintage plastic buttons - 1 1/8” diameter
• Very comfy wide band silver tone ring base - ADJUSTABLE 

Bright cut pewter buttons date from the 1890’s and are just breathtaking! The artisans would etch the design by hand, so even if you have a set,  no two are perfectly alike.  I have set these with the shank left on to preserve their collectibility. Simple, light and striking!

Features:

• 1890’s bright cut pewter buttons 1/2” diameter
• Sterling Silver ear wires
• Glass silver faceted bead dangle
• Finished length -  3/4” without dangle & 1 1/8”with the dangle.

There is always someone who likes to wear tiny earrings, and these are sure to please! Choose from Vintage Czech glass button earrings or Antique silver glove button earrings… such a big bang in a small size! 

Features:

• Vintage Czech glass buttons
• Vintage metal glove buttons
• Size from 1/4” - 5/16” diameter 
• Gold filled or sterling silver ear wires 
• Finished length 1/2”

Such a lot of pop in such a simple Bracelet! This will just slip onto your wrist and you can gently bend it larger or smaller. A great piece for layering or for the minimalist!

Features:

• Vintage mid century composition button - 3/4” diameter 
• Gold tone C bracelet back - one size fits most

These are wonderful mid 20th century intaglio (under glass) cabachons from Czechoslovakia. These are called “new old stock”, because they were never used. They start out clear and then the backs would be painted and they would be used in several items including buttons. I have finished this process and mounted them because they are so amazing!!! 

Features:

• mid 20th century Scotty dog cabachons 5/8” diameter.
• Sterling silver ear wires
• Pearl drops
• Finished length: with dangle 1 1/2” without dangle 1”