Vintage Tangerine Orange Red Early Plastic Buttons Curated Mixed Lot of 14 For Sale

This curated collection includes fourteen vintage sewing buttons arranged in five matching sets in tomato red. The buttons feature a range of mid-century designs, including concentric ribbed rims, carved starbursts, deep curved centers, and asymmetrical geometric slashes. Each has a flat reverse with two drilled sew-through holes. Overall, the buttons are in stable vintage condition, with glossy fronts and a few minor storage scuffs on the backs.
• Size: Assorted sizes, from 0.65 inches (shirt size 26L) to 1.35 inches (coat size 54L).
• Materials: Early synthetic materials, including celluloid, molded polymers, and dyed thermoset plastics.
Bright colors and sculpted geometric designs became popular in North America and Western Europe from the 1930s through the 1950s. As stable synthetics such as celluloid and phenolic resins became commercially available, manufacturers moved from carving bone and horn to stamping polymer sheets. These materials made it easier to create detailed, raised patterns directly in the mold. Resistant to heat, moisture, and laundry soaps, the buttons were used as colorful accents on cardigans, house dresses, and coats.
These buttons reflect a mid-century approach to everyday details: practical fasteners designed to add color and character to clothing. Their warm tomato-red and bright tangerine shades, combined with ribbed borders, starburst carvings, and smooth saucer-like shapes, give the collection a playful look. This assorted set offers vintage color and texture for custom sewing projects or garment restoration.

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