Buttons

Old West & Victorian Buttons

The right button can make a period garment look the part. River Junction carries buttons and sewing hardware for Old West, Civil War, Victorian, and other 19th-century clothing and uniforms.

You'll find military buttons, civilian styles, bone and horn, metal, shell and mother of pearl, glass, suspender buttons, clasps, and other hard-to-find pieces for reenactment, living history, restoration, and period-inspired clothing.

Many of our reproduction buttons are new, but that doesn't mean they're simply made to look old. Where the evidence and workmanship support it, we offer historically accurate reproductions based on period examples. The collection also includes vintage and new-old-stock pieces, with details about materials, history, and known sources provided in the individual listings.

We've been collecting and dealing in old American goods for decades, and we know how much the small details matter. Have a look through the collection and find the button that fits your project.

Sub-Categories

Mother of Pearl and Shell
A variety of Shell and Mother of Pearl buttons for your Old West and Victorian sewing and crafting needs
Metal
This selection of Metal Buttons is fit for any Old West Gent or Victorian Lady. In a variety of styles select the ones that suit your Historic sewing needs the best
Bone and Horn
A collection of natural bone and horn buttons made in styles that would have been used on the Frontier and Cities of the 1800s

Military
Historical Military buttons for the Civil War through the Indian Wars. Find just what you need for your Military Uniform
Unique Buttons and Gifts
Unique trinkets and buttons that are hard to find, from clasps, glass buttons, and pin cushions. All for your Victorian Sewing Room

Products (Total: 6 item(s) )

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Buttons ~ Rimmed Buttons Buy 12 Buttons - of one-size one color

Buttons - Rimmed Buttons - Small - 1/2" or Large - 3/4" Horn like buttons for your shirts, pants, suspenders or if you need replacements.

$3.50

Delivery of item will be in 3 - 6 business days to Continental USA.

Concho - Plain Stainless steel slotted conchos

Two sizes of Conchos perfect for threading leather or adding to shirts, jackets Chaps or even bags.

$4.00

Delivery of item will be in 3 - 6 business days to Continental USA.

Suspenders - Suspender Tab Replacements

Broken Suspender Tabs can be a pain, now you can replace those old tabs with new ones!

$12.95

Delivery of item will be in 3 - 6 business days to Continental USA.

Buttons ~ Sew-On Suspender Buttons

Missing a suspender button? Sew one on in no time with one of these Sew On Suspender Buttons

$2.25

Delivery of item will be in 3 - 6 business days to Continental USA.

6 Assorted new , old stock BUTTON HOOKS

$19.95

Delivery 3 - 6 business days to USA 48. Outside may take longer.

Rimmed Buttons by the Gross

$5.50

Delivery of item will be in 3 - 6 business days to Continental USA.

Historical Details & Materials

Buttons may be small, but they tell you a good deal about an old garment. Nineteenth-century examples were made in a variety of materials, including bone, horn, pearl, and metal, and were used on everything from ordinary civilian clothing to military, police, railway, and livery uniforms. Smithsonian collections document these materials and uses particularly well in late-19th-century button manufacturing.

River Junction’s collection reflects that variety. For example, the site carries natural bone buttons, mother-of-pearl buttons, plain pewter and metal buttons, glass buttons, and military styles with eagle devices.

For military pieces, the collection includes styles associated with the Civil War through the Indian Wars. Some individual River Junction listings provide specific details about the design, size, or intended uniform use.

Because this category includes both reproductions and vintage pieces, check the individual product description for the particulars of each button rather than assuming every piece is an original or an exact reproduction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these buttons original antique buttons?

Some are vintage or new old stock, but many are reproductions or buttons made in historical styles. The individual product description identifies the type when that information is available.

What period are these buttons for?

The collection is centered on the 19th century, particularly Old West, Victorian, Civil War, and Indian Wars-era clothing and uniforms. Some individual pieces may relate to other periods.

What materials are available?

River Junction carries buttons made from or styled after materials including bone, horn, metal, pewter, shell, mother of pearl, and glass.

Do you carry military uniform buttons?

Yes. The military section includes buttons associated with Civil War through Indian Wars-era uniforms, including eagle and other military designs.

Can I use these for reenactment clothing?

Many are intended for historical sewing, reenactment, living history, costume, restoration, and period-inspired clothing. Check the individual listing for the specific style and historical details.