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Antique clothing button was probably produced in the 1800s. The button is made of ruby or cranberry red glass, which is embossed and painted in a floral pattern. There is a 2-way brass shank embedded in the back. Please refer to the ruler pictured in the image for the exact button size. Overall condition: Solid VG+..... It appears that the shank has been compressed a bit, but not enough that it is no longer functional -- you can still easily get a thread or wire through. The button may also have slight surface wear, but there are no cracks, chips or other more serious flaws. It is in very nice shape and will display quite well. See attached photos for more detail on the condition. ***************************************** PLEASE NOTE: I am NOT an expert on vintage buttons. My mom -- Nancy Moran -- was a longtime member of the National Button Society, plus was active in several local button clubs in New York. She is downsizing, so I am helping her sell some of her collection. But I am not familiar with all the terminology and intricacies of button collecting. I try to use various notes she left with the buttons to describe them to the best of my ability, but understand that any terms I use in describing these items, are not terms I am familiar or experienced with. So please use the attached images to form your own opinions. I am also not knowledgeable on the hobby criteria in condition grading -- so I use my condition grades in a commonsense manner -- as if grading any collectible -- they are not based on any hobby standards. Please contact me if you have specific questions, and I will answer them as best I can.