Description
Colonial Knee Buckles
18th century
Fredericksburg, VA
Sizes ranges between 1- 1.25 inches and weighing between 1.7 – 8 grams.
Colonial knee buckles from the 18th century, like those found in Fredericksburg, Virginia, were small metal fasteners used to hold men’s breeches closed just below the knee and keep their stockings in place. Worn during the Colonial and Revolutionary periods, these buckles were usually made of brass, iron, or sometimes silver. They had a small frame and a prong or clasp that secured a fabric strap or garter. Some were plain and simple, while others were decorated with engraved designs or small glass stones. Today, examples found in Fredericksburg help historians understand everyday clothing and fashion in early American life.
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