Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Buttons appeared on the scene; not as fasteners but as decorations.  Fasteners used at this time were pin type setups and belts.  The buttons were made from bone, horn, and wood or even sea shells.  For centuries these little baubles just "hung" around on clothing with nothing to do but look pretty.

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons

Abalone Buttons