20pc lot Mixed Victorian Antique Black Glass Buttons B726
You are buying the 20pc in this picture. Random black glass buttons. Note the coin for size reference.
Historical Context of Antique Black Glass Buttons
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Victorian Mourning Era (1860s–1880s): Black glass buttons surged in popularity following the death of Prince Albert in 1861. Queen Victoria entered a long period of mourning, setting a widespread fashion trend across Britain and America for dark attire, mourning jewelry, and black dress accessories.
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Jet Imitation ("French Jet"): Authentic jet is a rare, expensive fossilized wood from Whitby, England. Glassmakers—primarily in Bohemia (modern-day Czech Republic) and France—began producing black glass alternatives known as "French Jet" or "black glass" to satisfy mass demand at a more affordable price.
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Manufacturing & Design: Bohemian glass artisans hand-molded or pressed molten black glass into intricate patterns, including geometric designs, floral motifs, faceted cuts, and relief patterns
Perfect for:
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Period costume design, Victorian/Edwardian reproduction, and garment restoration
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Unique jewelry making, wire-wrapping, and craft projects
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Button collectors and vintage lovers
