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Many of the 18th century buttons made of natural materials did not have pierced holes, but were stitched onto a garment through a pin shank. A metal shank runs from the center top of the button, through the button, and then is formed into a loop for sewing the button to the garment.
PIN SHANK SHELL
We have recently obtained these buttons in 3/4" size, in white or a smoky grey, iridescent shell material. We also have a limited number available in 1/2" size, which would be a wonderful accent for a boy's waistcoat.
The plain pin shank buttons sell for $1.75 each in 3/4" and $1.50 each in 1/2".
PIN SHANK HORN
We currently are also able to offer a pin shank button of dark horn.
These buttons are available in 5/8" and 1" size and sell for $1.25 each.
PIN SHANK MOTHER OF PEARL
Rare vintage 3/4" pin shank etched pattern.
$2.50 each
"COLONIAL" PEARL PIN SHANK
This is as close as you can get to the etched buttons available in the late 1700s. Enough for a waistcoat or compere stomacher.
3/4" vintage buttons. A rare find!
One set of 10 for $60.00; one set of 11 for $66.00.
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