Revolutionary War Shoe Buckles

Amazing pair of forged iron shoe buckles with Maryland oyster shell overlay worn by Robert Morris, Financer of the Revolutionary War, signer of the Declaration of Independence and noted stateman. One of the most stately and ornate pair of shoe buckles in existence.

Provenance:
William Guthman to the Collection to Robert Thebert, Sr. Deansboro, NY;                                          Gordon Barlow; Swoope, VA.