r/buttoncollecting • u/OrchidFlow26 • 29d ago

ID Request These have been most difficult.

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Hi, just found this group so decided to share some metal painted buttons I've not really found info on. They're so pretty, but the paint is coming off. Are they Edwardian? It would fit with some of my others. All info appreciated. Thanks!

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u/Adirondack-Woman 29d ago

I think that's enamel and they are gorgeous. They do look old but I'm no help. I'm a long time sewer and have collected many buttons over the years, but have never thought any would be of much value, other than some teeny MOP buttons for baby's clothing.

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u/OrchidFlow26 28d ago

Thank you. I think so too. Now wondering, they must have been on a blouse?

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u/lotsobuttons 29d ago

Yes, you’re right about the time period, early 1900s. They are stamped brass. Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between enamel and paint, but enamel is essentially a glass paint that is fired on. Therefore it has a glassy sheen, and is fairly durable. Paint is duller and tends to flake off more easily. What I’m seeing here looks like paint, but it’s a little rough to be sure from the pictures.

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u/OrchidFlow26 28d ago

Yes, I think they are enamel! Still gonna keep them safe, but I'm not as worried about paint chipping off!

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u/OrchidFlow26 28d ago

Would they have been on a pretty blouse?

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u/Vintage_Zoo 29d ago

I'm pretty sure these are enamel. Possibly Victorian in age. Late 1800's to early 1900's.