9 Mother of Pearl Buckles Assorted Lot Ovals, Rectangles, ClamShell

Collectibles : Vintage

 

This is a lot of 9 mother of pearl antique belt buckles. There are four rectangles, three ovals, one joined or open clamshell shape and one carved circle with a slice lopped off the edge. The rectangles vary in size from 2" x 1 3/8" to 1 1/2" x 1" to 1 1/4" x 7/8." The two smallest are the same size and are two toned- cream on one side and brown or almost orange on the other. The oval buckles are 1 3/4" x 1," 1 1/2" x 1 1/4," and 1 3/8" x 1." The longest has carved details at the edges, the middle size is the purest white and has fabric wrapped around the center shank. The lopped off circles is carved with concentric rings around the edge and a rectangular opening with an attached metal buckle piece. It is 1 3/4" x 1 1/2." The last is a two piece buckle with a hidden metal closure where they hook together. The pieces are clam shells facing each other. Together they are 2 3/8" x 1 1/4." All of the buckles are in very good to excellent condition. This is a beautiful lot.

Item ID: 6995