Total of 19 pieces representing a complete cross-section of late 19th-century menswear hardware.
Specific rarities include the "President" brand stamped slide and the "Shirley" patented hardware.
Materials range from durable brass to ornate nickel-plated filigree.
In the Victorian era, a gentleman’s suspenders (or "braces") were the unsung heroes of the wardrobe. While the trousers were the stage, the hardware was the engineering that held the performance together. This lot features the "President" and "Shirley" lines—heavyweights of the 1890s that turned a functional strap into a canvas for heraldry and floral scrollwork. The "PAT. AUG. 23 92" stamp found here marks a golden age of American industrial design.
For the modern creator or the "Sage" of upcycling:
Artisan Jewelry: The ornate filigree pieces serve as exceptional focal points for leather cuffs or steampunk pendants.
Historical Restoration: A vital resource for the costume designer or period-correct tailor.
Home Decor: The monogrammed "G" shield piece is a perfect candidate for a shadow-box display or a unique magnet conversion.
Opportunities to acquire a curated "instant collection" of 19 unique pieces are rare. I’ve priced this as a wholesale bundle to ensure you have enough "meat on the bone" to flip these individually or enjoy a massive discount for your personal archives.