Is there a story behind the buttons? (Argyll Jacket - Antique)

[LaidlawBell]

Hi all.

As some of you many know. I have recently acquired an evening kilt set comprising of a number of piece. So far we have been able to date the goat hair sporran (in previous thread) to around the late 19th C / Early 20th - Thanks to the Scottish silver markings in place.

I thought I would make a start into the Argyll jacket that came with the lot. It features satin / silk lapels , waist pockets with button detail, cuff decoration with button detail (cuffs look to have been lengthened at some stage?) and a 'short' double rear vent. Now wheather this item was bought later I cannot be certain. It certainly looks to have some age to it with pulling around the inside neck area , button at waist and lining. - The sleeve lining also looks to have been altered / repaired at some stage (now white nylon material with open seams at underarms) - I'm sure it originally was black. With regards to the material it looks to be a wool blend , or even cotton blend - It is quite difficult to put my finger on it. - Note - Entry to the waist pocket is from the top seam, rather than flap / vent.

The first thing that caught my eye when looking over this item were the buttons. Do they have any meaning? or simply there for decoration purposes.... Any help would be appreciated.

I look forward to hearing back. - I am happy to add further images should anyone care to see the entire lot.

Note - All info will be used to help catalogue each item before sale - Credit will also be noted to all that can lend a hand.

I have opened a new thread so not to confuse other readers.

All the best. Gillan.


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