Antique Georgian 1820's Highland Revival Brogue Shoe Buckles






Antique Georgian 1820's Highland Revival Brogue Shoe Buckles
Antique Georgian 1820’s Highland Revival Brogue Thistle Shoe Buckles
Original antique circa 1820s Highland brogue buckles. These remarkable buckles were crafted from nickel silver, they were commonly worn on the front of Highland brogue shoes by gentlemen of the Highlands. These decorative elements added both style and a touch of elegance to their footwear, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Scotland during this era.
In nickel silver complete with back prongs for a traditional bar tab. With a new leather insert these will make you standout from the crowd.
Size. Approx 66mm x 56mm
The Highland Revival style was famously popularised in the early 19th century by the highly publicised state visit of King George IV to Edinburgh in the year 1822, as well as the influential literary canon of the renowned author Sir Walter Scott. During this period, certain distinctive features of cut, construction, and accessorising rapidly became standard practice within Highland dress style in a relatively short span of time.
Notable elements included family tartans, heraldic buttons, and decorative badges, all of which began to play significant roles in the representation of Scottish heritage and identity.
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