Let's end our procession of Winter White offerings with this handsome set of six Edwardian English shirt buttons in their original presentation box. Recall that, earlier this week, we discussed the history of buttons—and how they were originally used as much to exhibit status, rank and wealth as they were used to fasten-closed a garment. This set of buttons is certainly luxe (though they retain a good measure of appropriate Edwardian restraint). A seed pearl is set within the center of the polished, mother-of-pearl faces. A "sprocketed" ring of green enameling encircles the bezel—perhaps it's a hint of the Springtime to come. The buttons' settings, as well as their fastening rings, are made of silver. A set of fancy buttons, such as these, can be used on a shirt, a vest, or can be converted into a pair (and a half) of cufflinks (take them to a jeweler).
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Though our Greenwich Village store is now permanently closed, LEO Design is still alive and well! Please visit our on-line store where we continue to sell Handsome Gifts (www.LEOdesignNYC.com).
To arrange a visit our Pittsburgh showroom (by private appointment only), please call 917-446-4248.