Description
Victorian Solid Silver & Steel Leopard Button Hook
A genuine antique sterling silver and steel button hook, dating to the late Victorian period.
A beautifully decorative and highly collectible antique dressing accessory, featuring a leopard head shape on the handle and classic curved hook.
- Item: Antique Sterling Silver & Steel Button Hook
- Maker: N/A
- Assay Office: N/A
- Year: N/A
- Material: Sterling silver (.925) and Steel
- Design: Leopard head handle
- Size: Approx. 17.5cm long
- Weight: N/A
This beautiful antique button hook has the handle crafted in solid sterling silver and the hook from smooth steel wiring.
Button hooks were traditionally used to fasten buttons on boots, gloves, and garments, making dressing quicker and easier—particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries when buttoned footwear and gloves were everyday essentials.
This example is especially appealing for stunning leopard head shape on the handle, accompanied by lovely floral motifs.
An ideal piece for:
- Antique sewing & dressing-table collections
- Cabinet or curio display
- Period costume & accessories
- Thoughtful vintage gifts
In very good antique condition for its age.
Shows honest signs of use consistent with well over 100 years of age
May include light surface marks, small dents, or minor scratches
- Hook: straight
- Handle: light wear and small dings
- Hallmarks: N/A
Would benefit from a gentle clean if preferred, although many collectors value the original patina
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