Button
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Albert G. Walker
(American, 1836 - 1902)
MakerMade by
T. W. Ingram
Date1858
MediumMolded hard rubber or plastic, metal hardware
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 5/16 x 1/2in. (0.8 x 1.3cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2007.4.1.53
DescriptionSmall, round button made of mold-formed hard rubber or plastic, with a yellow metal shank. The back of the button has the impressed words, "T. W. INGRAM'S/ PATENT". A short piece of black thread is knotted to the shank.
Status
Not on view
