Cut Steel Button Earrings

These cut steel buttons were made from late 1700’s thru early 1800’s by riveting small steel pieces onto a brass backing. Originally they were thought of as a substitute for diamonds and marcasite. They must have sparkled in the candlelight of an evening gathering! I have left the shank on the back as to preserve their collectibility.

Features:

• Two cut steel buttons - 3/4” diameter
• Silver crystal beads
• Sterling silver ear wires 
• Finished length 1 1/2”