Trade Card for Philadelphia Button House

This trade card advertises the Philadelphia Button House, a button shop located at 101 South 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. [The shop was owned by S. Shoneman.] The front of the card features a delicate illustration of pink and red carnations. The back of the card has a price list. The card's design is a simple, rectangular format. The illustration of the carnations is placed centrally on the card in a white oval shape. The business's name, address, and owner's name are placed below the illustration.

Associated People/Businesses

• S. Shoneman
• Philadelphia Button House
• Shoneman, S.

Geography

• Philadelphia

Subjects

• Button industry
• Decorative arts
• Dress accessories
• Advertising cards
• Jewelry
• Retail trade

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Volume 37, Page 17