Silver, gilt and steel shoe buckles, 18th and 19th century

Buckles

Buckles have been used for thousands of years as a way to fasten clothing and shoes, and as a decorative element. In ancient Egypt, buckles were made of metal and were used to fasten sandals. In ancient Rome, buckles were used to fasten belts and sandals, and were often made of bronze or iron.

During the Middle Ages, buckles were used to fasten shoes and belts, and were also used to decorate clothing and in the 14th and 15th centuries, buckles became increasingly popular as a fashion accessory and were used to fasten a wide variety of clothing, including hats, shoes, and belts.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, buckles became even more popular, and were used to fasten a wide variety of clothing, including shoes, belts, and clothing. They were often made of silver or gold and were highly decorative. Buckles were also used in the military, to more... fasten armour and weapons.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, buckles continued to be used in clothing, shoes, and belts, and were also used to decorate a wide range of other items such as purses, bags, and even furniture. They were often made of metal but were also made of other materials such as bone, wood, and horn. less...