Buttons, 1880-1920

THF172286 / Buttons, 1880-1920
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Button (Fastener)

Date Made

1880-1920

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

28.997.244

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Metal

Color

Black (Color)

Dimensions

Diameter: 0.375 in (average size)
Depth: 0.25 in

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