Old uniform button PTT HJM PARIS, vintage round relief accessory

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Description

This antique, round uniform button features the letters "PTT" in relief on a hammered background. It is a French postal uniform accessory, evidently designed for the Postes, Télégraphes et Téléphones (PTT). The button has a light metallic finish, with a regular hammered effect across the entire visible surface, adding texture and character to the piece. The "PTT" inscription is in raised capital letters, well-centered and clear, characteristic of official accessories from the postal administration.

The visible side shows a perfectly circular button, without superfluous decoration, typical of utilitarian accessories from 20th-century public service. The golden frame visible in the photo is not integral to the button but evokes the presentation of a collector's item. The button's light and slightly satiny hue enhances the vintage appearance of this uniform item.

The "HJM PARIS" marking mentioned in the keywords generally refers to the manufacturer, although it is not visible on the photographed side. The button's simple and functional style is reminiscent of French productions from the 1950s to 1970s, often used by PTT staff before uniform reforms.

The button's surface shows a subtle patina, with no major signs of oxidation or apparent defects on the visible side. The quality of the relief and the clarity of the inscription attest to careful manufacturing, suitable for intensive use on a uniform jacket or coat.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows light wear consistent with a vintage accessory. Only the front side is visible in the photo, with no apparent structural defects.

Did you know? Buttons stamped "PTT" were used by Postes, Télégraphes et Téléphones staff in France until the late 1980s. They were manufactured by several specialized companies, including HJM Paris, known for its robust and regulation uniform accessories.

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