Button

A round metal button with ornamentation, coated with niello. Decorated with the traditional “qoshqar muiiz” (ram’s horn) pattern; one button features a floral ornament.
Belonged to S. Kuldzhun of the Supondyk clan, from the Olenty tract, former Akmolinsky Uyezd. Purchased from Surkenova, resident of Karaganda, Sovetsky Ave., 33-24.
Late 19th century.
Material and technique: metal, handcrafted.