Authentic Metal Button Earrings. A cousin to the perfume button, only lacking the velvet, these intricately detailed darlings were also used for blotting perfumed oils. The history of the perfume button is hopelessly romantic.    Once adorning a lace frock from long ago, these precious remnants have endured the test of time. Rather than staining their clothing, oils and perfumes were applied to perfume buttons like these and served as a perfect diffuser.  When soldiers left for battle, it was customary for their sweethearts to sew a perfume button beneath their collars so that they could keep the scent of their loved one with them.  These sweet little buttons have have witnessed history and perhaps harbour secrets from lovers from long ago.  A favorite of collectors around the world, authentic perfume buttons have become a rare find.  

Only 6 pairs available.