An 18th C. Gw Inaugural Button With Linked States:

A large late 18th century George Washington Inaugural Button,
This large size silvered copper button is from a group of Inaugural buttons of 1789 representing our first President, George Washington. Original Shank,34.3 mm. This is the example with the 13 Linked States and their initials within and an outer border with the initials GW in large script to the center, surrounded by the legend, Long Live The President. This button was purchased from Dewey Albert (the man who is considered by button collectors to have written the “bible” for these political buttons) by a past President of the National Button Society, Tom Owens of Ohio. The button was later, about 25 years ago, purchased by Alethe Allen of Florida from an East coast US button dealer. The reason we are offering all this info is to describe the rich lineage and heritage this button has had in the button world. This button is a piece of not only American history, but also the Button Society history, This GW version is perhaps the most desirable example of the GW inaugural buttons, because it has the 13 linked states or colony border. It comes framed in the frame it came to us along with its red velvet mounting and the label on the back shown in the third image.. It has some wear as should be expected but it is not a DUG and is considered in fine condition for its age. The strike is quite nice and crisp.

Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918
Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4″, Medium=3/4″ to 1 1/4″. Large=1 1/4″ and above, extra large=1 3/4″ and above
Condition
Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.

A Small Card Of Assorted Natural Material Netsuke:

2 Early 20th century Japanese carved Netsuke.
Lots 349-352 are all from the collection of the late Kevin Kinne who had a passion for Asian art. Netsuke’s are the fastener used on a Kimono sash that would fasten the Inro (a small sectioned container). In the button world they are classified for competition in Division 4. For detail on this lot please see the images attached.

Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918
Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4″, Medium=3/4″ to 1 1/4″. Large=1 1/4″ and above, extra large=1 3/4″ and above
Condition
Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.

1 Of The Rarest Buttons In The Auction-a Special Horse:

1 Large 19th C. Japanese metal works button depicting a horse.
The Japanese were masters at creating works of art like this pair rare button example. This is a magnificent engraved and silver design of a horse. The button is accented with just a bit of gold inlay to give it highlights. Button collectors typically lump the Shakudo and Shibuichi examples into the same and call them all Shakudo, however, even though the technique employed is the same the metal contents are different as one has 1/4 silver content (Shibuichi) with 3/4ths copper and the other has more copper (Shakudo) with 3-6% gold alloys. This is a large and beautiful example of a bygone era.

Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918
Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4″, Medium=3/4″ to 1 1/4″. Large=1 1/4″ and above, extra large=1 3/4″ and above
Condition
Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.

A Rare Horse Head Division One Handkerchief Corner Button:

1 Large 19th C. highly detailed brass head of a horse button.
This handkerchief corner button is a highly desirable scarce example of these handkerchief corner buttons. In our last auction we featured a galloping horse example, now here is another wonderful hard to find example for you to own, don�t pass it up they dont come up often thats for sure.

Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918
Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4″, Medium=3/4″ to 1 1/4″. Large=1 1/4″ and above, extra large=1 3/4″ and above
Condition
Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase From Rosalind Russell Estate:

An exquisite hand-painted gilded vase with geishas resting by a serene river in the countryside. From the estate of an actress Rosalind Russell, sold by C.B. Charles Galleries, October 19, 20 and 21 1984. Catherine Rosalind Russell (1907-1976) was an American actress, comedienne, screenwriter, and singer, known for her role as fast-talking newspaper reporter Hildy Johnson in the Howard Hawks screwball comedy His Girl Friday, opposite Cary Grant, as well as for her portrayals of Mame Dennis in Auntie Mame and Rose in Gypsy.
Marked on the bottom.

Dimensions: 10″ H x 5″ W

This item has no reserve.
Condition
Good, age related wear.

Men’s Brioni For Neiman Marcus Size Medium Leather Shearling Coat:

Size 50. Handcrafted genuine leather brown coat, with a leather belt.
By Brioni for Neiman Marcus stitched patch inside. Hem length: 38″L. Shoulder width: 19″W. Sleeve length: 24″L. #Coat #Brioni

Artist: Brioni
Issued: c. 20th – 21st c.
Country of Origin: Italy

This item has no reserve.
Condition
Good

12pc Highball Glasses, Ten Year Dow-Jones Industrial Average:

Cera for Neiman Marcus DJIA 1974-1984 stock market; with 24K gold trim.
Neiman Marcus signature on the side.

Issued: 20th c.
Dimensions: 4″H x 3.25″ dia.
Manufacturer: U.S.A.
Country of Origin: Cera

This item has no reserve.
Condition
Age related wear.

Antique Chinese Miniature Cloisonne Altar Table:

An antique Chinese miniature altar table with pierced bronze foundation and yellow ground cloisonne design. Features two scrolling dragons with smoke cloud accents.
CIRCA: 20th Cent.
ORIGIN: China
DIMENSIONS: H: 3.25″ x L: 7.5″ x W: 1.75″

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CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Antique Tibetan Coral Amber Turquoise & Silver Multi-Strand Necklace:

Antique Tibetan necklace composed of seven strands at the center alternating between many naturalistic small coral, turquoise, butterscotch amber and silver beads, flanked at the ends by two strands with larger butterscotch amber, turquoise and silver beads etched with geometric designs.

Includes a cloth red and green dust bad with two zipper pouches and a side sleeve.
CIRCA: 19th Century
ORIGIN: Tibet
DIMENSIONS: Open L: 30″, Largest Amber Bead D: 20.9 mm, Largest Coral Bead D: 7.3 mm, Largest Turquoise Stone D: 31.7″, Largest Silver Bead D: 17.8″,

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CONDITION: Wear consistent with age. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Large Manuel Mendive (Cuban, b. 1944) Mixed Media Painting:

Mixed media acrylic painting on canvas by Cuban artist Manuel Mendive (b. 1944) titled “El Pajaro Azul” depicting an abstract tree.bird figure Sewn with blue cloth overlay. Includes COA.
Signed lower right “Mendive 2000″
CIRCA: 2000
ORIGIN: Cuba
DIMENSIONS: H: 61.5″ ” W: 51.5″

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CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.