Singel Cut Steel

£85.00

30mm in dimetions
CUt Steel Circa 1840s

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This lovely example of craftsmanship from 1840s,
A cut steel button is a button made of small individually faceted steel studs that are rieted or screwed onto a base plate, designed to reflect light and give a jewl-like appearance.
It was popular from the late 1700 through the mid -1800s.
Originated in England , especially Birmingham.
Often used as a cheaper alternative to diamonds or Jet on coats, waistcoats and dresses.

Size

30mm