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1. President’s Award:
Div. I Classes 6-5.3 + 6-7.1 + 7-6.3 + 7-8.1. 30 Any. Glass with metal backs or metal
OME’s. 15 black glass, and 15 clear and colored glass. (Deb Chrowl) OSBS $5-3-2
(Many of these will apply separately to
Black Glass AND C/C Glass)
3 pts. ea. if represented:
Wafer
Riveted
Escutcheon
Rimmed
Metal Bound
Metal Impression Inlay
Ornamental Pinshank
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Silver Electroplated
Whistle
2 pts. ea. if represented:
Construction assorted:
Blown
Crackle
Design Glass Surface
Foil embedded
Fused (unlikely in Div I)
Impression inlay
Intermixed
Lampwork
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Satin
Mechanical make-up assorted
Glass with glass
Precision inlay, inset
Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asst’d
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Paint
Painted back
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other material embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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2. Past-President’s Award:
Div. IX Class 23.8 15 pairs (30 buttons.) Matching pairs, specialized to clear and colored
glass. Try for as many glass classifications as possible. Button of the pairs must be of
different sizes, but do not have to be different NBS sizes. (Anne Morgan) OSBS $5-3-2
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Design Glass Surface
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Intermixed
Candy Striped
Lampwork
Moonglow
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Satin
Mechanical make-up assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cemented
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asst’d
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other material embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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3. Departed Members Award:
Div. IX Class 15-5. 25 Any. “Gems for the Gems” Gemstones. This will include semiprecious gems as well as other rocks, minerals or petrified wood. Label type of stone. No
more than two with more than 2 OME’s. OSBS $5-3-2
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different type stone
2 pts. each if represented:
Two type stones combined
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Mounted in metal
4 pictorial sections (4 pts. max.)
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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4. Div. I Class 10-12.3 30 Any. Metals, Japanned, lacquered or stenciled. Refer to pages 47
and 79 in the NBS Spiral Blue Book. Type of metal not a consideration for points. Sandie
Olson $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different pictorial class
Each different Pattern
Each different symbol-label
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different shaped button
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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5. Div. I Class 17-0. 30 Any. Animals assorted, specialized to black glass. (Caution, no fabulous
animals!) Anne Morgan $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different animal class
2 pts. each if represented:
Construction assorted:
Foil embedded
Impression inlay
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Mechanical make-up assorted
Glass with glass
Metal back
Precision inlay, inset
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asst’d
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other material embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Verbal
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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6. Div. I Classes 17-0 through 20-24. Large. Pictorials assortment. Pictorial classes and
materials of equal importance. Diane Ford $7-5-3.
2pts. each if represented:
Each different pictorial class represented
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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7. Div. I Class 20-20. Various. Stories, limited to metal buttons. Try for as wide a range of
literary stories as possible based in poetry, mythology, religion, fable, fairy tales, etc. No
Kate Greenaway. Label story, etc. represented. Label OMEs or DF once when represented.
Roxane Russell in honor of Arlene Westrom $10-5-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Poetry
Fable
Myth:
Greek
Roman
Norse
Oriental
Egyptian
African
Religious (Bible/Koran/etc.)
Opera
Fairy Tale
Folk tale
Mother Goose
Theater
Others- judges note
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual at judge discretion
Metal types:
Aluminum
Pewter
Silver
Steel
Tinned white metal
Brass
Copper
Gilt
Metal background/screen
One piece
Two piece
Three piece
Pierced/Openwork
Twinkle
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a
single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
2-hole Sew-through
4-hole Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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8. Div. I Class 21-5. Small. Pictorials Summary. Sections 17 through 20 (except for 20.3, which
is Div 3.) Specialized to metals. At least 7 and not over 14 classes in each section. Must
cover all classes before using subclasses. Label and mount in class order. See NBS Spiral
Blue Book pages 21-23 and 57. CBC $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different major class represented
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different sub-class represented
Metal types:
Aluminum
Pewter
Silver
Steel
Tinned white metal
Brass
Copper
Gilt
Metal background/screen
One piece
Two piece
Three piece
Openwork
Twinkle
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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9. Div. I Class 23-6.3. Large. “Gay Nineties.” No back marks or closed backs. Refer to page 62
of the NBS Spiral Blue Book. Diane Ford $7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different pictorial class
2 pts. each if represented:
Each diff. OME
Metal types:
Aluminum
Pewter
Silver
Steel
Tinned white metal
Brass
Copper
Gilt
Each diff. color stones
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each diff. shape of mounting
Cabochon stones
Facetted stones
Each different DF
Openwork
Sew-through
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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10. Div. III Class 7-5.3. Small. Metallic (Mercury) back. See the NBS Spiral Blue Book page
41. Two piece applied shanks allowed, as long as the metallic back is present. Bryan Gilbert
$5-3-2.
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different color glass
Linear-Each different shape other than round
Contour
Realistic-Each diff. up to 3
Molded surface designs asstd:
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Sew-through
2-piece cemented
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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11. Div. III Classes 22-1and 22-2. 25 Any. Patterns and symbols assorted. Specialized to
riveted-shank buttons. Label verbally by pattern. Pictorial symbols and rebus buttons require
verbal labeling. Try for as many sub-classes as possible, OME, DF, different metals. Beverly
Heebner $5-3-2
Note: Class 22-1 requires labeling and mounting in class order. No pictorials in class 22-1. Refer
to the spiral 2015-2016 NBS Blue Book pages 57-60 for definitions.
3 pts. each if represented:
Patterns:
All-over design
Plaid
Curvilinear
Filigree
Fleur-de-lis
Heart
Paisley
Spiral/coil
Stylized plant forms
Geometric designs
Circle
3-sided
4-sided
5 sided
6-sided
Others:
Quilt-like design
Interlaced weaves or knots
Arrowhead
Chevron
Straight lines
Zig-zag
Cross
Greek key
Radial
Pinwheel
Snowflake
Solar
Spokes
Swastica
Triskelion
Tetraskelion
Other
Trefoil
Quatrefoil
Cinquefoil
Other
Star
Tetrad
Triad
Turn-again
Turn-around
Turn-over
Symbols:
Letters/words
Numerical
Pictorial (label verbally)
Rebus (label verbally)
Unlisted (ideographs, hieroglyphics, etc. –
Label)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Pierced/Openwork
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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12. Div. III Class 23-6.7. 25 Any. Snap-together construction specialized to 10 sew-thrus, 10
imitation sew-thrus, and 5 with no shank involvement (i.e. button shank does not snap
through the base of the button). Christi Loring $5-3-2
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body (the material and color is determined by the base part, the
part into/onto which the other part(s) are snapped)
Each different Color of base
2-piece construction
3-piece construction
4 or more piece construction
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (includes that which is snapped on if different material from base)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Pierced/Openwork
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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13. Div. IV Class 3-1. 25 Any. Button covers. Must include at least 3 sets with 3 buttons or
more. Others may be one or more from a set. CBC $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button cover body
2 pts. each if represented:
Inlay
Inset
Overlay
Laminated
Other techniques-judges note
4 pictorial sections (8 pts. max.)
Rare/Unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Pierced/Openwork
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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14. Div. IV Sections 1-0 through 9-3. 20 Any. Assorted related specialties. Try for best
representation of all types. Jocelyn Howells $10-6-4.
Please use Blue book for help with descriptions
3 pts. for each:
Sec. 1;
Bridle Rosettes
Sec. 2;
Buckles/clasps
One-piece w/ one or more prongs (or
posts)
One-piece slide
Two (or more)- piece clasps
w/ hook-and-eye or snap closure
Two-piece interlock
Sec. 3;
Button covers
Shoe Button Covers
Sec. 4;
Button Hooks
Glove Hooks
Loops (closed wire)
Fobs (suspension ring on handle)
Mechanical (retractable penknife/
or other tools)
Handle Designs on Button Hooks
Sec. 5;
Costume Trimming (please see pg 71
of Blue Book for Section 5)
Sec. 6;
Links, Studs
Non-separable
Rigid Posts
Separable
Spiral wire shank
(misidentified as skirt elevators)
Sec. 7;
Netsuke:
Sashi
Katabouri
Manju
Ryusa
Kagamibuta
Mask
Sec. 8;
Obi Dome
Sec. 9;
Bachelor Buttons
Snappettes
Unlisted
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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15. Div. VI Non-competitive. Refer to page 3 of the NBS Spiral 2015-2016 Blue Book. Limit of
three entries per person. (OSBS allows entries as space available on the racks after all other
entries are hung.)
Per award Div. VI, non-competitive, no judging criteria needed for this award.
Members may exhibit trays of buttons without concern for competition or standardization.
Attractive button combinations, groupings of mixed ages, winning trays from formers years,
etc., may be entered here. All entries must be mounted on standard 9 X 12 inch cards.
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16. Div. VIIA. Class 17.0. 12 Any. Your choice of your favorite animal. Remember all buttons
must be of the same type animal. No limit on realistics or studios. South Coast Button Club
$5-3-2.
3 pts. ea. if represented:
Adult and young on same button
Young animal only
Each different activity represented (must be obvious!)
Head only
Multiple animals on button:
Two
Three
Four or more
2 pts. ea. if represented:
Each diff. material (of body of button - not embellishment materials)
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Usage
Mechanical
Backmark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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17. Div. VIIA. Class 17-2. 20 Any. Birds assorted. Includes all subclasses. Beth Robin $5-3-2
3 pts. ea. if represented:
Each different identifiable species of bird
Obvious male and female on same button
Adult and young on same button
Young animal only
Each different activity represented (must be obvious!)
Head only
Multiple birds on button:
Two
Three
Four or more
2 pts. ea. if represented:
Each diff. material (of body of button - not embellishment materials)
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Usage
Mechanical
Backmark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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18. Div. VIIA Class 18-2 and 20-1 and 20-7 and 20-18. 20 Any. Arms and armor; Castles;
Fabulous creatures specialized to dragons and/or dragon-like creatures; and People
specialized to knights or kings from medieval times. No balance required. Beth Robin $53-2
3 pts. ea. if represented:
Each Different type arms
Head/torso of armor only
Full figure in armor
Identifiable King
Knight or king and dragon on same button
Castle
2 pts. ea. if represented:
Each different material of button body
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Back type if unusual (label)
Back mark (if labeled)
DF: Each different
OME: Each different
Pierced/openwork
Shape types :
Linear (other than round)
Contour
Realistic
Sew-through
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Fable/story
Other-judges/clerks note
Total Points
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19. Div. VIIA Class 20-5 and 20-9. 20 Any. Imaginary creatures specialized to cupids,
cherubs, and fairies. No balance required. Beth Robin $5-3-2
3 pts. ea. if represented:
Full Figure
Head Only
With Quiver and Bow
Drawing back bow
With animal
With human (or mythological god in human form)
With mythological beast
Each different activity
Two on button
More than two on button
Cupid/cherub Border
Other (judges note)
2 pts. ea. if represented:
Each different material of button body
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Back type if unusual (label)
Back mark (if labeled)
DF: Each different
OME: Each different
Pierced/openwork
Shape types :
Linear (other than round)
Contour
Realistic
Sew-through
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Fable/story
Other-judges/clerks note
Total Points
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20. Div. IX (and Div. II) Class 1-0 through 15-5. 30 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to
back marks with the country’s name included. Must label country and material if known.
Mount on clear acetate or with elastic so backmark can be seen. Uniform buttons allowed,
limit of 3. CBC $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
Each different country represented (per award sponsor, abbreviations of country name allowed)
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
4 pictorial sections (max. 4 pts.)
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled if not obvious from the front
Openwork/pierced
Snap-together
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Symbol-label
Pattern
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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21. Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to lovers and
couples. May include animal couples and same-sex couples, which must obviously be a
couple, and not just two animals, two men, or two women. Limit of two studio buttons.
(Labeling materials will help the judges.) PBC in memory of Edouard Pecourt. $7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Animal couple
Famous couple e.g. Antony and Cleopatra (must be labeled)
Each different activity
Rare/unusual (Judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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22. L Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted starting with A-Z. One letter
of the alphabet may be excluded. Label materials. Example: A-Aluminum; B-Bone; CCelluloid. Reference book is Button Materials A-Z by Jocelyn Howells. Limited to those who
have not previously received a blue ribbon for this or similar awards. OCBC $7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
4 pictorial sections (max. 4 pts.)
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Openwork/pierced
Snap-together
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Symbol-label
Pattern
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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23. Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to buttons made to
imitate other materials. Label materials and material being imitated. Sandie Olson $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different type material being imitated.
2 different type materials imitated on the same button
More than 2 imitations on same button
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Inlay
Inset
Overlay
Laminated
Snap together
Rare/Unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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24. L Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to the color red.
Color red must cover at least 50% of surface of the button. The red should be as close to
“true red” as possible, but allowance made for materials that do not come in “true red” such
as rubber, horn, composition, etc. Dark red hues allowed, but no pink or red blended with
other colors creating a different color; e.g. rust, burgundy, maroon. Limit two studios.
Limited to those who have not previously received a blue ribbon for this award. (Labeling
materials will help the judges.) OCBC $7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
4 pictorial sections (max. 4 pts.)
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Symbol-label
Pattern
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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25. Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to timepieces,
including sundials and hourglasses. Assortment of materials equally important to variety of
clock types. Limit of five studio buttons. (Labeling materials will help the judges.) OCBC
$7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
Alarm clock
Watch
Digital clock
Sundial
Tower clock
Hourglass
Others-judges note
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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26. Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to pictorials
and/or patterns and symbols that represent what gives you joy (joie de vivre). Label
required to name each representation, e.g. swimming, chocolate, pets, etc. Try for a balance
of each pictorial classification. Limit of two studio buttons, label maker if known, or as
studio. (Labeling materials will help the judges.) PBC $7-5-3
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different representation of “joie de vivre” labeled
Rare/unusual (Judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Pictorials-1 point for each different class or sub-class represented
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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27. Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to pictorials where
a rose or a rose design is the focus of the imagery. May be in containers or have small
pictorial elements as long as the roses are the focus. Limit of two studio buttons, label studio
or maker if known. (Labeling materials will help the judges.) PBC $7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Rosebud only
With other flower types
Wild Rose (simple rose with only 5 petals)
Snap together
Rare/unusual (Judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled if not obvious from the front
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Symbol-label
Pattern
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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28. Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to the color pink.
At least 50% of the button surface must be pink. Light and dark pinks okay; peach and pale
orange not acceptable. Limit of two studio buttons. (Labeling materials will help the judges.)
PBC $7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
4 pictorial sections (max. 4 pts.)
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled if not obvious from the front
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Symbol-label
Pattern
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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29. L Div. IX Class 1-0 through 15-5. 25 Any. Materials assorted, specialized to the color
pink. At least 50% of the button surface must be pink. Light and dark pinks okay; peach and
pale orange not acceptable. Limit of two studio buttons. Limited to novice collectors with
less than five years competition experience. (Labeling materials will help the judges.) PBC
$7-5-3.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body, including sub-classes; e.g. polystyrene will receive equal
points as phenolic resin, bone will receive equal points as ivory. (Max. 75 points.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Rare/unusual
1 pt. ea. if represented:
4 pictorial sections (max. 4 pts.)
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Each different OME
Each different DF
Sew-through
Back-mark (must be labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled if not obvious from the front
Openwork/pierced
Inlay/inset
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Verbal
Border
Symbol-label
Pattern
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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30. Div. IX Classes 6-1 through 6-8 and Classes 7-1 through 7-9. 30 Any. 15 black glass buttons
and 15 pink glass buttons. Not required to label and mount in class order. Jocelyn Howells
$10-6-4.
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Desigh in Glass Surface
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Intermixed
Candy Striped
Lampwork
Moonglow
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Satin
Mechanical make-up assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cememted
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asstd: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asstd
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other color lusters
Other material embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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31. Div. IX Class 7-0. 25 Any. Clear and colored glass assorted. Must be labeled as to class
number and mounted in numerical order. Trisha Price $5-3-2
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Design in Glass Surface
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Intermixed
Candy Striped
Lampwork
Moonglow
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Satin
Mechanical make-up assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cemented
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asstd
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other color lusters
Other material embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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32. Div. IX Class 7-0. 30 Any. C/C glass, specialized to the color pink. Different shades of
pink okay, but not too red, orange, etc. This class requires labeling class number and
mounting in class order. Represent as many classes as possible. 2 studios allowed, which
must be labeled “studio” as well as maker name if known. J. Howells $10-6-4
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Design Glass Surface
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Intermixed
Candy Striped
Lampwork
Moonglow
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Satin
Mechanical make-up assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cemented
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asst’d
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other color lusters
Other material embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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33
33. Div. IX Class 7-2. Small. Clear, colorless glass. Metal-back, overlay, decorative finishes, and
OME allowed. Trisha Price $5-3-2
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Lampwork
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Mechanical make-up assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cemented
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asst’d
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other color lusters
Other material embellishment
asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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34. Div. IX Class 7-2. Mixed. Clear, colorless glass with gold-luster anywhere on the button
including sides and back. Note, other DF may be included, but gold-luster is required. No
more than 7 pictorials. Julie Reifel $5-3-2.
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Lampwork
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Mechanical make-up assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cemented
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes asst’d
Acid etched/abraded (matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Iridescent/aurora
Gold & silver combined
Other material embellishment
asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Pattern
Verbal
Pictorial sections – 4 possible
Shapes – 3 possible
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
34
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35. Div. IX Class 10-0. 25 Any. Metals assorted. Include as many different metal materials as
possible. Additional points for sub-classifications as listed on pages 15-16 of the NBS Spiral
Blue Book. Labels encouraged. Julie Reifel $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Aluminum
Pewter
Silver
Steel
Tinned white metal
Brass
Copper
Gilt
Metal background/screen
One piece
Two piece
Three piece
Openwork
Twinkle
2 pts. each if subclassses represented:
Bright cut pewter
Hard White Pewter
Soft cast Pewter
American Indian silver
Hallmarked silver
Niello
Blue tinted steel
Cut and riveted steel
Engraved/etched steel
Flat steel with applied design
Stamped steel
Steel cup
Golden age
Jacksonian
Each different DF:
Cold plastic enamel
Enamel (less than ½ rule)
Japanned /lacquered
Stenciled
Original tint/finish
Paint
Other (judges list)
Mechanical makeup:
One-piece
Two-piede
Three-piece
Openwork design
Twinkle
Specific types:
Tintype
Wire filigree
Inlay:
Bidri
Shakudo
Damascene
Others (judges note)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Mechanical/moveable
4 Pictorial sections (4 pts. max.)
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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36. Div. IX Class 10-15.1 25 Any. Inlay/overlay (metal worked with metal or metal alloys)
Includes Bidri, Damascene, Shakudo, etc. Refer to page 48 in the NBS Spiral Blue Book.
Sandie Olson $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Bidri
Damascene
Shakudo
Other inlay/overlay technique (judges list)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different shape button
Each different type metal:
Aluminum
Zinc
Brass
Silver
Pewter
Copper
Gold
Sew-through
Background (screen, twinkle, etc. –metal only)
Openwork design
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Border
Usage
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
36
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37. Div. IX Classes 14-1.2 + 14-9.4. Medium-Large. 12 of processed wood (Burwood, Syroco)
and 12 of pressed wood. No ANN or GAP type, and no 18th century. Roxane Russell in
honor of Bryan Gilbert $5-3-2.
2 pts. each if represented:
Each rare or unusual (at judge’s discretion)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Pierced/Openwork
2-hole Sew-through
4-hole Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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38. Div. IX Class 15-5. Various. Specialized to Leather. OME and DF allowed. EBC $5-3-2.
2 pts. each if represented:
Tooled leather
Pressure stamped design
Woven leather strips
Mounted in Metal
Leather Background
Metal rimmed
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Verbal
Pattern-label
Symbol-label
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
38
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39. Div. IX. Class 17-0. 25 Any. Animal life, assorted. Must have at least one animal from each
major class (bold print). Label materials. Trisha Price $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Amphibians
Birds asst’d
Domestic Fowl
Owls
Peacocks
Wading, Water birds
Fish
Invertebrates asst’d
Arachnids (spiders, scorpions, etc.)
Crustaceans (lobsters, shrimp, crabs, etc.)
Insects
Butterflies/moths
Mollusks (clams, oysters, snails, other shelled animals, octopuses, squid, etc.)
Mammals asst’d
Cats (domestic)
Cats (wild, e.g., tiger, leopard, etc.)
Deer family
Dogs (domestic)
Elephants
Horse family
Rabbits
Swine family
Reptiles
(crocodile, snake, turtle, etc.)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
40
40. Div. IX Class 17-3. 25 Any. Fish. Points for species of fish, label species represented. Provide
documentation if unusual or rare species. Bryan Gilbert $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different species fish
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
41
41. Div. IX Class 17-4.3. 25 Any. Insects specialized to ladybugs. Any size, Any color
ladybug/ladybird is acceptable as long as it has spots. Maximum of 4 studio buttons. Christi
Loring $5-3-2.
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
In Flight (in relation to surroundings, not just a realistic ladybug)
2 on button
3 or more on button (2 pts. max)
Shown with other types insects (2 pts. max)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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42. Div. IX Class 17-4.3.1. 25 Any. Butterflies and moths. No balance necessary. No
caterpillars. Bryan Gilbert $5-3-2.
Note: Per award sponsor, species of butterfly/moth not a consideration for points.
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
With wings closed
In Flight (in relation to surroundings, not just a realistic butterfly)
2 on button
3 or more on button (2 pts. max)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
42
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43. Div. IX Class 20-4. 25 Any. Children, Any age. Adult may accompany child. Peggy Mathes
$5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Baby
Boy and girl on button
Obvious different age children on button
More than 2 children (3 pts. only)
Bare bottomed (naked)
Recognizable person
With a pet
With adult (male or female or both-3pts only)
Each different activity up to 5 (Must be obvious)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
44
44. Div. IX Class 20-13. 25 Any. Men. No women or children allowed. Basic rules for People’s
class apply (see NBS Spiral Blue Book p. 56.) Peggy Mathes $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different activity up to 5 (Must be obvious)
Recognizable persons up to 3
Ethnic (e.g. black, asian, etc. 3 pts. only)
Mythological personage (3 pts. only)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
45
45. Div. IX Class 20-2. 25 Any. Astronomical. Any extraterrestrial object, e.g. star, moon,
asteroid. May have other subject matter as long as the astrological element is the focus. See
NBS Spiral Blue Book page 55. Limit of five “star patterns.” Bryan Gilbert. $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Moon
Star
Comet(s) with a tail
Asteroid (no tail)
Meteor (“shooting stars”-streak of light as enters atmosphere)
Planets
Moon and star(s) on same button
3 or more ET objects on same button (3 pts. max.)
Other-judges note
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
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46. Div. IX Class 20-20. 25 Any. Children’s nursery rhymes, stories, poems. Label each button
with what story, poem, etc. it represents. Trisha Price $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Poetry
Fable
Myth:
Religious (Bible/Koran/etc.)
Opera
Fairy Tale
Folk tale
Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes
Theater
Others- judges note
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
2-hole Sew-through
4-hole Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
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47. Div. IX Class 20-22. 25 Any. Human transportation specialized to locomotives/trains.
Uniform (Div.II) buttons allowed. Bryan Gilbert. $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Engine only
Engine and cars
Steam Engine (with smokestack)
Diesel Engine
Electric Engine (with wires to lines)
Train in station
Train entering tunnel
Train on Trestle
With coal tender car
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Unusual back type-must be labeled
Other (judges note)
Total Points
47
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48. Div. IX Class 20-22. Medium-Large. Human transportation specialized to automobiles.
This includes any passenger vehicles such as vans, trucks, etc. Bryan Gilbert. $5-3-2.
(Note-Per award sponsor, this would include any motorized passenger vehicle)
3 pts. each if represented:
Car
Truck
Convertible
Service vehicle (e.g. fire engine, ambulance, etc.)
Van
Racecar
Bus
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
48
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49. L Div IX Class 22-1. 25 Any. Patterns assorted. Specialized to black glass, and clear and
colored glass (no balance required). Try for 25 patterns and as much variation in glass
classifications as your buttons will allow. Limited to novice collectors of 5 years or less.
Anne Morgan $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
All-over (formerly diaper
and wallpaper)
Plaid
Curvilinear
Filigree
Fleur-de-lis
Heart
Paisley
Spiral/coil
Stylized plant forms
Geometric designs:
Circle
Triangle
Diamond
Square
Rectangle
Quilt-like
Weaves
Knots
Liner designs:
Stylized arrowhead
Chevron
Straight lines
Zigzag
Cross
Greek key
Radial designs
Multi-armed:
Pinwheel
Snowflake
Solar
Spokes
Trefoil
Quatrefoil
Cinquefoil
6-lobed
7 or more lobed
Star
Tetrad
Triad
Turn-again
Turn-around
Turn-over
2 pts. ea. if represented::
Construction assorted:
Blown
Coronet
Crackle
Design Glass Surface
Flashed
Foil embedded
Fused
Impression inlay
Intermixed
Candy Striped
Lampwork
Moonglow
Overlay, ea. diff. Type
Paperweight
Radiant
Satin
Mechanical make-up
assorted
Metal or thread bound
Glass with glass
Metal back
Bimini
Kaleidoscope
Mirror
Paper Back
Precision inlay, inset
Two piece cemented
- Watch Crystal
Molded surface designs
asstd
Embossed/cameo
Faceted
Imitation fabric
Impressed
Incised/outline
Intaglio
Lacy-like
Openwork
Victorian
1 pt. ea. if represented::
Back types asst’d: (if
labeled)
4-way metal shank
Rosette shank
Swirlback
Sew-through
Decorative finishes
asst’d
Acid etched/abraded
(matte)
Metallic Back (Mercury)
Paint
Painted back
Radiating painted holes
Pearlized
Transfer/decal
Lusters assorted
Gold
Iridescent/aurora
Silver
Gunmetal
Gold & silver combined
Other color lusters
Other material
embellishment asstd:
Metal
Rhinestones/pastes
Other
Verbal
Rare/unusual (judges
note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
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50. Div. IX (and Div. II) Class 22-2.1. 25 Any. Buttons having at least one word in English, or
any foreign language, on the front. Initials, monograms, or numbers okay as long as there is
at least one word as well. Identify the language if possible. Pictorial elements allowed. The
word(s) does not have to be the focus of the button. Uniform buttons allowed, limit of three.
Christi Loring $5-3-2.
3 pts. each different:
word
symbols representing words (rebus)
language
initials
monograms
numbers (along with at least one word)
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Usage
Uniform
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
51. Div. IX (and Div. II) Class 23-2.4 25 Any. Paris/French back marks. Must label each
different back mark. Uniform (Div. II) buttons allowed. Jocelyn Howells $10-6-4.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each different backmark labeled
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
Rare/unusual (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections (4pts. max.)
Verbal
Linear
Contour
Realistic
Border
Usage
Uniform
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Pattern if labeled
Symbol (label what is symbolized)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
51
2015 OSBS Awards
52
52. L Div. IX Class 23-10. 30 Any. Shapes assorted. Limited to imitation tortoise synthetic
polymers only. No Celluloid allowed. Type of polymer not a consideration. Try for as many
shapes as possible. Refer to the NBS Spiral Blue Book pages 26, 63, and 64, and the article in
the NBS Bulletin, Dec. 2009 “Shapes Class Explored and Illustrated” by Barbara Barrans.
Limited to novice collectors of 5 years or less. Anne Morgan $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Complex contours:
Concave
Convex
Concave/convex combo
Irregular
Symmetrical
Complex linears:
Combination (straight and curved)
Irregular/asymmetrical
Symmetrical
2 pts. each if represented:
Contours:
Ball
Berry/multi-tipped
Cone
Cube
Cylinder
Dome
Drum/drum-like
Polyhedron (many sided)
Oval contour
Pyramid
Spindle
Linears:
Circle
Crescent
Heart
Oval (ellipse)
Scalloped edge (foils)
Spindle
Triangle
Square
Diamond
Rectangle
Parallelogram
Pentagon
Hexagon
Heptagon
Octagon
More than 8 sides
Serrated edge
Crenalated edge
Realistic
Each different up to 3
Techniques assorted:
Cut on face
Design in/under plastic
Double-cut
Embedded
Inlay
Laminate
Mounted in metal
Sculpted
Snap-together
Others (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single
button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
53
53. L Div. IX Class 23-10. 30 Any. Shapes assorted. Limited to imitation tortoise synthetic
polymers only. No Celluloid allowed. Type of polymer not a consideration. Try for as many
shapes as possible. Refer to the NBS Spiral Blue Book pages 26, 63 and 64, and the article in
the NBS Bulletin, Dec. 2009, “Shapes Class Explored and Illustrated” by Barbara Barrans.
Limited to advanced collectors. Anne Morgan $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Complex contours:
Concave
Convex
Concave/convex combo
Irregular
Symmetrical
Complex linears:
Combination (straight and curved)
Irregular/asymmetrical
Symmetrical
2 pts. each if represented:
Contours:
Ball
Berry/multi-tipped
Cone
Cube
Cylinder
Dome
Drum/drum-like
Polyhedron (many sided)
Oval contour
Pyramid
Spindle
Linears:
Circle
Crescent
Heart
Oval (ellipse)
Scalloped edge (foils)
Spindle
Triangle
Square
Diamond
Rectangle
Parallelogram
Pentagon
Hexagon
Heptagon
Octagon
More than 8 sides
Serrated edge
Crenalated edge
Realistic
Each different up to 3
Techniques assorted:
Cut on face
Design in/under plastic
Double-cut
Embedded
Inlay
Laminate
Mounted in metal
Sculpted
Snap-together
Others (judges note)
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single
button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
4 pictorial sections
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
54
54. Div. IX Class 23-10.3. 30 Any. Realistics. Refer to the NBS Spiral Blue Book page 64. EBC
$5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each Different pictorial class
2 pts. each if represented:
Each different material of button body
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Each different OME (up to three on a single button)
Each different DF
Mechanical/moveable
Usage
Pierced/Openwork
Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled)
Rare/unusual (judges note)
Other (judges note)
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
55
55. Div. IX Class 25-3. Small. Specialized to pants and shirt buttons with vanity labeling. See
page 903 in the BBB-II and page 80 in the NBS Spiral Blue Book for descriptions. No
studios. (Note: This award will allow Div. I buttons.) Roxane Russell $5-3-2.
3 pts. each if represented:
Each dif. Mat. of button body
Each OR, WA, or ID city
Each unusual or rare
2 pts. each if represented:
Each dif. OME
Each dif. DF
Each dif. CA city
One Midwest city
One East coast city
One Southern city
“Catalog” company
Slogan on button
“Shirt” or “Pants” word
“Shirt” or “Pants” pictorial
Particular sport company (e.g. golf, tennis)
Each pictorial section (8 max)
Woman’s first name
Man’s first name
Familial relationship (e.g. sons, bros.)
Pre WWI company
Company still in business
1 pt. ea. if represented:
Pierced/Openwork
2 hole Sew-through
Back mark (if labeled
Linear other than round
Total Points
2015 OSBS Awards
56