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Renaissance silver clothing hook fastener

£70.00 Approx $88.27, €81.68

Code: 11262



This is a nice Renaissance silver clothing hook fastener, dating to the 16th century. It is of a small size, originally sewn onto delicate silks or child's clothing. These were used as buttons to hook together or to close up garments. It is decorated with a floral spray, with the loop for receiving a hook on the twin fastener. An interesting piece for a collector. 

OBJECT: Clothing Hook

CULTURE: Renaissance/Tudor

DATE: c. 16th century A.D.

MATERIAL: Silver

SIZE: 14.74mm x 12.35mm x 1.87mm

WEIGHT:  1.02 grams

PROVENANCE: Formerly in a private Collection, Wiltshire. originally purchased in the U.K. art market during the 1990s