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$500","currency":"USD","id":189450,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":30,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189451/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189451/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large mid 20th century pottery button with a verbal. i normally do not consider studio buttons to be rare, i may consider them wonderful works of art at times but i do not consider them rare. in this case i differ from that because there were a very few of these buttons made and i know because i have my grandmothers example in my collection. this very nicely made pottery buttons was made for the just buttons fair in 1946 and signed on the back s. townsend. i find it a great piece of button history and its an acorn design with a verbal to boot. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"30","title":{"en":"a rare studio artist ceramic pictorial button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189451/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_pottery","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:52.236Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":189451,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189452/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189452/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189452/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189452/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"2 large 20th c. unusual color combination jasperware buttons. the examples being offered in this lot from the studios of the late stella rzanski are a more unusual and quite limited edition of the more typical colors used in her work. these were specially commissioned examples. these are not easy to find examples. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":150,"lotNumber":"31","title":{"en":"a small card of division three studio artist buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189452/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_pottery","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:00.702Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - 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$100","currency":"USD","id":189461,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189462/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189462/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189462/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189462/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"20 large 20th-21st century mostly pictorial examples. nikki deal of missouri had what we believe the most eclectic collection right down to this card of fabrics in a large variety of pictorials. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"41","title":{"en":"a card of division three assorted fabric buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189462/view","tags":["usfashion_vintageclothing","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-13T15:37:30.502Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - 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$120","currency":"USD","id":189464,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189465/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189465/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189465/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"4 medium size 20th century silver buttons with mexican backmarks. here we have a small set of buttons from mexico in silver depicting a bunch of grapes in realistic shape. nice to find a group of multiples so you can either sew them onto a garment or sell the duplicates to friends. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"44","title":{"en":"a small card of division three mexican silver buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189465/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_silver","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:50.969Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189529,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189530/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189530/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 19th century button known as \"tobias riding a fish\". this very detailed and crips example can be seen in the bbb on plate 247 #23. the example has a textured background and a very cool realistic shell border, and is backmarked. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":150,"lotNumber":"109","title":{"en":"a division one brass pictorial button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189530/view","directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T15:36:21.293Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $150","currency":"USD","id":189530,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":50,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189531/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189531/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189531/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189531/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189531/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189531/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"6 medium/large 19th century pierced metal examples. this nice selection includes cleopatra on a balcony, \"tom thumb and the seven leagues boot\", a wonderfully detailed flower and leaves in high quality design and more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"110","title":{"en":"a small card of division one pictorial buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189531/view","directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T20:36:51.687Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189532,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189533/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189533/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large -medium 19th century pictorial of a dog in a hat. here is a very comical and detailed uncommon brass picture button from the 19th century. these do not come up for sale often. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"112","title":{"en":"a scarce division one brass pictorial animal button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189533/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.533Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $200","currency":"USD","id":189533,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189534/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189534/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189534/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189534/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189534/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"7 medium/large 19th-20th century assorted material examples. this lot includes a cool brass over carved back lucite, a nice pique brass and pearl inlayed horn, a couple of 19th century black dyed horn as well as several brass pictorial birds including owls. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"113","title":{"en":"a small card of division 1 & 3 bird buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189534/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.535Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $200","currency":"USD","id":189534,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189535/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189535/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 21st century button by the late kevin kinne. kevin was a talented artist but a revered dealer in the button world and is sorely missed. his buttons have become increasingly desirable including this very nice high relief beetle button. signed and dated on the back. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"114","title":{"en":"a division three studio artist pictorial button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189535/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.536Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $120","currency":"USD","id":189535,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189536/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189536/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189536/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189536/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189536/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189536/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"25 s/m/l 20th century assorted material examples. this card of assorted fish includes arita, satsuma, horn, enamel, \"jelly belly \"and more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"115","title":{"en":"a card of division three assorted fish buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189536/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.538Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $300","currency":"USD","id":189536,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189537/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189537/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189537/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189537/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"2 extra large late 20th century realistic cpe buttons. here we have two very high quality cold plastic enamel buttons. one depicting a turtle and the other a dragonfly with green and paste under wings. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"116","title":{"en":"a small card of division three animal pictorial buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189537/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.539Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $120","currency":"USD","id":189537,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189538/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189538/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 20th century oval peacock button. here is a beautifully detailed full bodied peacock carved and made to like a real natural material. great detail. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"117","title":{"en":"a division three self shanked celluloid button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189538/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":20,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.540Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $80","currency":"USD","id":189538,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189539/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189539/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189539/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189539/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189539/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"25 small/medium 19th-20th century assorted material examples. this partial card from the collection of jose roman includes a nice medium japanese satsuma elephant, a small insect paperweight example by the late john gooderham. a cool realistic horse head in lucite, horn, brass and more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"118","title":{"en":"a partial card of division 1 & 3 animal buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189539/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.542Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $200","currency":"USD","id":189539,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189540/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189540/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189540/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189540/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189540/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189540/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"16 s/m/l 19th-20th century assorted material examples incl, bats. this card consists of some unusual examples including a great realistic mollusk shell in silver, an unusual niello or bidri rabbit, several bats including a jasperware studio and a detailed silver over a textured background, an original tint bee and begive, a nice lion in the cage and more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"119","title":{"en":"a partial card of division 1 & 3 animal life buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189540/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.543Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $300","currency":"USD","id":189540,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189541/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189541/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189541/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189541/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189541/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"6 medium/large 20th c. asserted animal examples. this card includes a nice hammered silvered brass pig, a signed faux scrimshaw artist made oval plastic walrus, a colorful back painted frosted glass butterfly, a cool realistic deco style cat and more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"120","title":{"en":"a small card of division one & three pictorial buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189541/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:38:57.545Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$180 - 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$200","currency":"USD","id":189543,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189544/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189544/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189544/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189544/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"24 s/m/l 19th-20th century assorted examples. here is a beautiful and colorful card of \"glitz\" buttons in a large selection of colors and clear paste jewels set in metal. take a look at the estreme variety jose roman assembled on this beautiful card. nice card and set into a standard drop in frame. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"123","title":{"en":"a card of division 1 & 3 colorful paste jewel buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189544/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.172Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$250 - $500","currency":"USD","id":189544,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189545/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189545/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189545/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189545/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large late 19th century paste and jewel centered button! \n here is a very lovely large jewel showing a large faceted purple jewel center set into a silvered brass mounting and bordered with brilliant cut paste jewels. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":180,"lotNumber":"124","title":{"en":"a division one large jewel button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189545/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.174Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $180","currency":"USD","id":189545,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189546/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189546/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large late 19th century paste and jewel centered button! \n here is a fantastic 6 border button. the pattern and design to this large oval intermixed glass cabochon jewel centered button is accented with paste jewels on either side. notice the several pattern designs in this intricate silvered brass mounting. stunning! \n \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"125","title":{"en":"a division one large jewel pierced button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189546/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.176Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $200","currency":"USD","id":189546,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189547/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189547/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 extra large late 19th century pierced paste border button! \n here is a nicely made 19th century example of faceted black glass in high dome set in a brass mounting with a pierced border and accented on the border with brilliant paste jewels. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"126","title":{"en":"a division one black glass set in metal button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189547/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.178Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $120","currency":"USD","id":189547,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189548/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189548/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large late 19th century \"lapis\" style glass in metal button. here is another example of a true gay 90 button. this example with an inner twist rope border and a pierced openwork ornate outer border frame and accent the large center blue glass imitating a lapis gemstone. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":180,"lotNumber":"127","title":{"en":"a division one gay 90 glass in metal button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189548/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.180Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $180","currency":"USD","id":189548,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189549/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189549/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189549/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189549/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"2 large early 20th century green glass in metal buttons. ere are two very nice examples from buttons after the gay 90 era. these are 2 beautifully made large jewel buttons and in fine condition. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":180,"lotNumber":"128","title":{"en":"a small card of division one large jewel buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189549/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.182Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $180","currency":"USD","id":189549,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189550/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189550/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 19th century intermixed glass and pictorial button. this pictorial gay 90 depicts 4 wildcat heads on a pierced brass setting and accented with a six sided multi colored cabochon jewel center. the brass setting is pierced and the 6 sided jewel is more unusual to find on this gay 90 wildcat head button. very nice. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"129","title":{"en":"a division one gay ninety jewel button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189550/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.183Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $300","currency":"USD","id":189550,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189551/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189551/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189551/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189551/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1 :large 19th century boat shaped button with oars on the back. this is such a cool and fun button. the brown intermixed glass is shaped actually like the bottom of a boat and the brass setting and shank back is molded with a pair of boat oars. the intermixed glass is speckled with goldstone or aventurine as well. as i said very cool button. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"130","title":{"en":"a division one intermixed glass button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189551/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:01.185Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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$150","currency":"USD","id":189554,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189555/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189555/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189555/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189555/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large early 20th century peacock eye glass 2 piece buckle! \n this beautiful two pieced buckle from the early 20th century is made up of three circles intertwined on each half of the buckle and centered on each half with a large and colorful peacock eye glass cabochon. the back is backmarked \"heco\" which suggest mexican silver. a beautiful example to add to any collection. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"134","title":{"en":"a division one glass set in metal buckle"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189555/view","tags":["usfashion_belts","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:07.568Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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$500","currency":"USD","id":189556,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189557/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"3 19th century two piece clasps including pearl and pictorials. here is really nice assortement as it includes a wonderful 2 piece carved realistic shape dog heads along with a salmon glass colored stone inset on brass example, and a nice litho under celluloid two piece example. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"136","title":{"en":"a small card of assorted buckles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189557/view","tags":["usfashion_belts","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:07.571Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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$500","currency":"USD","id":189560,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189561/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189561/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 20th century very cool enamel tree button. here is a cool example of enamel work in the 20th century depicting a tree and leaves and shows a squirrel on the branch, a fun design. the thick heavy bronze base makes this example a substantial button. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"140","title":{"en":"a division three pictorial enamel button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189561/view","directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T16:07:31.931Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $120","currency":"USD","id":189561,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189562/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189562/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189562/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 extra large 19th c. gay 90 style enamel and cut steel button. although not a gay 90 button it was made in the same style only omitting a large or multiple small jewels on it. the stunning design is made of brass adorned with lots of cut steels and a nice shiny black enamel, \n \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":150,"lotNumber":"141","title":{"en":"a division one pierced enamel button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189562/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_cloisonne","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:03.269Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $150","currency":"USD","id":189562,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189563/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189563/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large medium 19th century centenial button! \n this beautiful enamel was created in the later part of the 19th century commemorating the french revolution. a very nice enamel button indeed. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"142","title":{"en":"a division one polychrome pictorial enamel button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189563/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_cloisonne","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:03.271Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - 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$120","currency":"USD","id":189610,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189611/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189611/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 small 19th century realistic carved dog head button. here is a cool and finely detailed carved natural material button with an inserted shank on the back. the detailed dog head is dyed and pigmented. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"190","title":{"en":"a division one carved natural material button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189611/view","directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T16:56:37.770Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - 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$120","currency":"USD","id":189612,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189613/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189613/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large early 20th century heart shaped button! \n this cool and intricately carved natural material in heart shape is a sew thru from the collection of nikki deal. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"192","title":{"en":"a division one openwork natural material button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189613/view","directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T16:57:50.795Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - 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$250","currency":"USD","id":189614,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189615/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189615/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189615/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189615/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189615/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189615/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"4 medium orange/red 19th century horn buttons. here we have 4 buttons with different animals depicted on each in the sporting style. each button is a low relief carved horn and richly detailed and colored. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"194","title":{"en":"a set of division one sporting buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189615/view","directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T17:00:12.659Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":189615,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189616/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189616/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189616/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 19th century inuit carved bear button. here is a cool button in natural material showing a bear lying down. these old inuit buttons like this hard to find and this is actually even a more unusual example than some that are found. nice carving and detail. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":250,"lotNumber":"195","title":{"en":"a division one natural material realistic animal button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189616/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":170,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:11.972Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $250","currency":"USD","id":189616,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189617/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189617/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 extra large size 20th century engraved snake button. from the collection of jose roman comes this beautifully crafted and designed engraved and pigmented coiled snake example. from the 1940's this button is extra large and is domed and thick natural material. a great button! \n \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"196","title":{"en":"a division three natural material animal button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189617/view","directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T17:02:39.248Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":189617,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189618/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189618/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 21st century hand made antler bigfoot button. this carved antler appears to be depicting either a man in the tree or a bigfoot. it is signed and dated on the back. from the eclectic collection of nikki deal of missouri. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"197","title":{"en":"a division three studio artist button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189618/view","directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2025-04-15T17:03:33.457Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $120","currency":"USD","id":189618,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189619/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189619/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189619/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189619/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"2 large 20th century \"wedgwood\" blue jasperware dog buttons \n here are two nicely detailed buttons of two different dogs from the studios of the late stella rzanski. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"198","title":{"en":"a small card of division three studio artist buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189619/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_porcelainceramics","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":20,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:11.974Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189624,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189625/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189625/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189625/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189625/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189625/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"3 small/medium size 20th century pictorial examples. here are 3 nice examples of 20th century arita porcelain pictorial buttons. one example is the lion head doorknocker version, there is an oval dragon in gold luster and a beautiful floral on white ground. nice selection. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":250,"lotNumber":"204","title":{"en":"a small card of japanese arita porcelain buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189625/view","tags":["usasian_japanese","usasian","usasian_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:11.290Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189633,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189634/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189634/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 18th century engraved copper center example. this is a gorgeous example from the collection of the late shirley case of missouri. the copper center is engraved with a nice multiple pattern which is inset into a pearl base and engraved border. great tooling and wonderful button. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"213","title":{"en":"a division one pearl engraved button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189634/view","tags":["uscollectibles_hardware","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:25.008Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - 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$150","currency":"USD","id":189725,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189726/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189726/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189726/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189726/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189726/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"3 medium size 20th century pictorial example. this small card includes a beautiful blue realistic fish, a nice mauve flower and a colorful japanese foo lion. arita buttons come from the arita province in japan. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":250,"lotNumber":"305","title":{"en":"a small card of japanese arita porcelain buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189726/view","tags":["usasian_japanese","usasian","usasian_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:38.677Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$180 - $250","currency":"USD","id":189726,"estimateMin":180},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189727/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189727/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 19th century pictorial dragon button. this colorful and intertwined pictorial dragon or fabulous animal is hand colored on a quality ceramic disk from the 19th century. self shank and over 1 1/2\" in diameter. great button! \n \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":250,"lotNumber":"306","title":{"en":"a division one colorful pictorial porcelain button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189727/view","tags":["usdecorativearts_porcelainceramics","usdecorativearts","usdecorativearts_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:38.678Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - 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$200","currency":"USD","id":189728,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189729/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189729/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189729/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189729/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189729/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189729/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"4 medium size 20th century pictorial examples. these 4 japanese satsuma ceramic buttons are quite colorful in this lot you will find a wonderful example of 2 deer, a multi butterfly example and two bird examples. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"308","title":{"en":"a small card of japanese satsuma buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189729/view","tags":["usasian_japanese","usasian","usasian_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:38.681Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189730,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189731/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189731/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189731/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189731/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"12 medium size 20th century colorful japanese zodiac buttons. to find the sets of these is not always as easy as it may seem as many of them seemed to have been broken up over the years. however the late pauline lum of california was fortunate enough to have collected this entire set. the animal designs are very detailed and colorful. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"310","title":{"en":"a set of division three satsuma pictorial buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189731/view","tags":["usasian_japanese","usasian","usasian_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:38.686Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189732,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189733/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189733/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189733/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189733/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"9 medium size 20th century natural material examples. here we have nice different animals carved in relief on and in natural material. these detailed animals were beautifully executed and may have been part of a large set, perhaps a zodiac one, but nevertheless are great animal examples and depictions. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"312","title":{"en":"a card of division three assorted animal buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189733/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:43.755Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":189733,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189734/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189734/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large late 18th century example of 2 cocks fighting.? \n we have once again been entrusted to bring you another of these exquisite and rare natural material pictorial buttons from the consignor as they were pleased that the button collectors appreciated the ones sold from the set in our november 2024 auction. this one constitutes the only further example they will be selling in our auction so if you want to acquire one of these rare examples now is your opportunity. this very rare example comes from a rare set of only 6 buttons (each example a different scene of the two cocks fighting) from the late 18th century. it is made of natural material, it is engraved and pigmented in black and colors. the depiction is of two cocks in a fight, which was a very popular sport in olden times but was made illegal in great britain and other areas around 1800. it was also popular in the us and is also illegal here except that some private sporting events still take place in parts of the us. this excellent and fine condition example is as we said only one of 6 to ever be found like this so don't pass this extremely rare button up. this button has not been seen for sale since the 1940's and came from a set owned by the late eugenie lydecker who was a president of the new jersey button society in the 1950's.her collection was sold in 1980 at auction but this was not in the auction as it came to us from the granddaughter of mrs. kenneth lydecker. if you want to own a pierce of history and fine craftsmanship of the late 18th century, this is an opportunity to do so, we cannot stress enough the rarity and fine condition of this example. the example in our november 2024 auction hammered at over $2000. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"313","title":{"en":"a rare division one pictorial natural material button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189734/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:43.756Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,500 - 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$300","currency":"USD","id":189736,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189737/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189737/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 medium size 17th century ornate genuine jewel button. in the style of a smugglers button this very fine garnet and baroque pearl centered button retaines its toggle chain and is in very fine condition. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"316","title":{"en":"a division one gemstone and silver button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189737/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:43.761Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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$350","currency":"USD","id":189738,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189739/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189739/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 18th century painting on natural material. here is a beautiful blue background painted scene from a larger set originally imported from france in the button world by the george ertell's. this is one of the examples that typically has more detail than others we have seen from that set. very crisp detail and nicely executed. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"318","title":{"en":"a division one hand painted scene under glass"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189739/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:43.764Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $800","currency":"USD","id":189739,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189740/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189740/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 medium size 18th c. tooled copper with pearl and glass center. here is a lovely example from the collection of harry case of missouri. this medium size example boasts a large slightly domed smokey pearl center set with a amber colored faceted paste in the center of the pearl. the base is gilded copper and the hammered outside border sets off the three twist rope inner borders that frame the pearl so nicely. as we have stated before, medium size and small six=ze 18th century examples are scarcer than the large size examples. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"319","title":{"en":"a division one 3 material copper button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189740/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:43.765Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":189740,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189741/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189741/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189741/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 18th century engraved initials and wolf design. large crest buttons are not at all common and the late shirley case of missouri had a number of them as a specialty of her collecting. this scarce 18th century example is quite detailed and beautiful. the regal wolf and tail stand atop the torse and below are engraved initials. around the outside of the central design are floral sprigs. hallmark in the back, nice. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"320","title":{"en":"a division one silver crest pictorial button."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189741/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:43.766Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $500","currency":"USD","id":189741,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189742/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189742/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189742/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189742/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 18th century embroidered fabric female figure button. we have once again been entrusted to bring you two more of these exquisite and rare fabric pictorial buttons from the consignor as they were pleased that the button collectors appreciated the ones sold from the set in our november 2024 auction. these two constitute the only further examples they will be selling in our auction so if you want to acquire one of these rare examples now is your opportunity. this incredible button from the 18th century was all hand made and the craftsmanship and detail is stunning. to find a button or buttons like this in this outstanding condition in this material is also incredible. this button has not been seen for sale since the 1940's and came from a set owned by the late eugenie lydecker who was a president of the new jersey button society in the 1950's.her collection was sold in 1980 at auction but this was not in the auction as it came to us from the granddaughter of mrs. kenneth lydecker. if you want to own a pierce of history and fine craftsmanship of the late 18th century, this is an opportunity to do so, we cannot stress enough the rarity and fine condition of this example. attached to this description is an image in the september 1952 national button bulletin showing the entire set of these buttons belonging to the lydecker collection. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"321","title":{"en":"a rare division one pictorial fabric button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189742/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":300,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.577Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":189742,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189743/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189743/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189743/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189743/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 18th century colorful scene in vibrant warm colors. this is a beautiful example of a gouache painting under glass. the incredible fine detail the artist captured in their fine painting of a man sitting and women standing aside or under a large expansive tree was created in an array of warm hues and colors, the tree is so impressive and the detail in the people are quite fine along with the contrasting colored city/town landscape in hte background. this is one for 18th century collectors as well as those tree lover collectors out there, you know who you are. these fine examples of gouache paintings are not always easy to come by as they are often damaged and this example is in very nice condition. from the collection of the late jean young of california. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"322","title":{"en":"a division one hand painted scene under glass button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189743/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.579Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":189743,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189744/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189744/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 18th century engraved rebus example. these french rebus buttons are quite desirable among collectors. this 18th century engraved pearl as many rebus buttons are, is hard to decipher what the rebus says. even french people including loic agree that it is often hard to decipher them. with that said we are unsure what this one says by the pictorials used, but maybe you have an idea? whatever the rebus says its still a beautiful and wonderful 18th century example. from the collection of the late shirley case of missouri. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"323","title":{"en":"a division one pearl engraved button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189744/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.580Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":189744,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189745/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189745/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189745/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189745/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"2 large 20th century carved bethlehem pearl examples. here we have two different pictorial examples from the early 1930's when these buttons were hand carved. check out the great full bodied peacock what a great pierced example this is. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"324","title":{"en":"a small card of division three pictorial pearl buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189745/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.582Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $200","currency":"USD","id":189745,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189746/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189746/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189746/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189746/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189746/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"18 medium/large 19th-20th century assorted technique examples. here is a nice selection again from the collection of nikki deal. the lot includes a nice smokey pearl with an elegant full lady escutcheon, a great realistic engraved fish, a sought after feathers under of a flamingo, an engraved sew thru butterfly, painted examples, fabric ome and more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"325","title":{"en":"a partial card of div.1 & 3 of assorted pearl buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189746/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.583Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $300","currency":"USD","id":189746,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189747/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189747/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large medium 19th century art nouveau style example. this beautiful understated example from the late 1800's was made during the art nouveau era and shows the flowing design of the times. the natural pearl is beautifully chatoyant and set with a silver rim and brass back. from the late shirley cases collection. this is the large medium as large as a medium will go at 1 1/4\" \n \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"326","title":{"en":"a division one natural pearl in metal button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189747/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.585Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":189747,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189748/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189748/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189748/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189748/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189748/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189748/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"25 s/m/l 19th-20th century assorted technique examples. here is a fantastic selection from the collection of the late jean young of california. the lot includes a nice carved cowrie with cut steel border, several other carved pearls, shaded pearls, engraved, overlay, background, various ome. notice the great brass \"eve\" with a pearl background set in metal and so much more. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"327","title":{"en":"a card of division one assorted shell buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189748/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.586Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$350 - $500","currency":"USD","id":189748,"estimateMin":350},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189749/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189749/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189749/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189749/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189749/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 medium size 19th century hand painted pearl horse button. this button from a larger set is incredibly detailed and hand painted in the vernis martin style. vernis martin paintings were a style of painting in the 18th and 19th century often created on lacquer boxes and furniture and the like. this sporting button of the horses head is hand painted in that style and most likely was created in france at the time vernis martin paintings were popular. this is a rare find in buttons as there are very few buttons we can attribute to this style and artistry. attached images show a small selection of vernis martin paintings in this style from a french magazine. bruce tells us that he has several boxes in his collection created in this style and would be happy to share images of them if anyone is ever interested. we have also given you here the wikipedia partial definition or origin of this technique. vernis martin is a type (or a number of types) of japanning or imitation lacquer named after the 18th century french martin brothers: the second photo was taken at an angle so you could see some of the chatoyant color in the pearl base.the coloration in the pearl when turned around in the light changes every whi.ch way you turn and is just exquisite. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"328","title":{"en":"a very rare division one sporting button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189749/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.588Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $800","currency":"USD","id":189749,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189750/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189750/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189750/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"1 large 19th century snake and flower escutcheon button. here is a spectacular and detailed brass coiled snake around flower heads and pinned to the chatoyant white pearl base. a truly wonderful and scarce button from the collection of jose roman. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"329","title":{"en":"a division one brass and pearl pictorial button"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189750/view","tags":["usfashion_vanityitems","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":50,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:27.589Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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$600","currency":"USD","id":189776,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189777/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189777/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/lionandunicorn/cloned-images/189777/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-04-15","available":false,"description":{"en":"5 medium size 20th century silver buttons with mexican backmarks. here we have a small set of buttons from mexico in silver depicting . nice to find a group of multiples so you can either sew them onto a garment or sell the duplicates to friends. \n \n \n issued: division 1=pre 1918 and division 3 is after 1918 \n \n dimensions: sm=less than 3/4\", medium=3/4\" to 1 1/4\". large=1 1/4\" and above, extra large=1 3/4\" and above \n \n condition: note: antique buttons may show wear. significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. contact us for details."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"356","title":{"en":"a small card of division three mexican silver buttons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/lionandunicorn/source/catalog/auction/58802/lot/189777/view","tags":["usjewelry_costume","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-10T11:39:39.557Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - 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