Antique 1860's Scottish Sword Crest Waistcoat Buttons - Set of eight



Antique 1860's Scottish Sword Crest Waistcoat Buttons - Set of eight
Antique 1860's Scottish Sword Clan Crest Waistcoat Buttons - Set of eight
The beautifully crafted buttons came from the Richardson family based in Edinburgh. Interestingly, the same distinctive crest is also utilised by Sir James Thomas Stewart, Baronet, J.P., D.L., of Pitfour, Perthshire and the Howell family.
In true Edwardian style, these are the perfect embellishment for a dress kilt waistcoat. Elevate the elegance of your bias-cut tartan kilt waistcoat by adorning it with a set of these stunning clan buttons.
Maker - Thomas Copper circa 1860’s of Edinburgh, and dating to the late 19th / early 20th century.
Family - Richardson - Howell and Sir James Thomas Stewart, Baronet, of Pitfour, Perthshire
Blazon - A Dexter Arm In Armour, The Hand Holding A Broadsword In Pale Ppr.
Source - Fairbairn's Book of Crests, 1905 ed.
Size: Approx 1” mm diameter
In good used antique condition.
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