Plain Mammoth Ivory Mortgage Button

A plain mammoth ivory mortgage button with a warm, aged glow

This plain mammoth ivory mortgage button is a smooth disc of mammoth ivory, about 1 1/8 inches across, with a raised rim and the warm cream tone of ancient ivory. It is the most traditional choice for marking a paid-off home.

The mortgage button, known in the South as the brag button, was set into the newel post at the foot of the stairs to show that the house was free of liens. This plain button leaves the surface unengraved, or it can serve as the start of a custom piece. Because each is custom work, the price shown is a deposit, and the final total may be higher.

Features

• Mammoth ivory mortgage button
• About 1 1/8" in diameter
• Warm cream mammoth ivory with a raised rim
• Traditional newel post keepsake
• Custom work; price shown is a deposit

Specifications

• Material: Mammoth ivory
• Maker: Scrimshanders
• Dimensions: About 1 1/8"
• Customization: Plain (engraving available by custom order)
• Intended use: Newel post keepsake, housewarming, milestone gift

Care Instructions

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Once set in a newel post, dust it along with the woodwork.

FAQ

What is a mortgage button?

A small button set into the newel post to show the house is paid off, also called a brag button in the South.

Is the listed price final?

No. It is a deposit, and custom work may cost more. Custom orders are placed by phone at 401-849-5680 or by email at newportscrimshaw@gmail.com.

Can it be engraved?

Yes. Engraving is available as a custom order; see the engraved mammoth ivory mortgage button.

Ancient ivory at the foot of the stairs, a quiet sign the house is yours.