At The Eastern Door

06/02/2026

Two of our favorite styles of sleeve-button (cufflinks) back in production ahead of the Niagara weekend. If you’re not attending, this is your chance to pick up a set while supplies last. The octagons are a faithful reproduction of the Fort Dobbs archeological example ($55 per complete set) and the blue paste examples are from our personal archeological and ethnographic collections which are now in limited supply ($65 per complete set) shipping is included. Contact us for more details on ordering.

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05/06/2026

Here we have Neal Hurst of Colonial Williamsburg expertly illustrating the summer dress for a man in the 1770’s, including a cameo appearance of our Tallio sleevebuttons (cufflinks). https://youtube.com/shorts/yx1X9OPYgKQ?si=PertaMFb5nvIPmoz

For those interested, they are currently priced at $50 per complete set plus shipping. Contact via PM for ordering.

In addition to Virginia, these specific pattern of sleevebuttons are commonly found in an archeological context throughout the former colonies and frontier areas including NY, NJ, PA, RI, MA, CT, VT, WV, GA, NC, SC, OH, IN, IL, MI, and WI. Sleevebuttons have been proven time and again to not be a “wealthy” accessory as some might suggest, but rather an accessory in common usage across many demographics whether you were indigenous, enslaved, country, or metropolitan.

As can be expected of all of our premium products, there is no “make do” and no cutting corners. It is still our commitment to history and our customer base to continue our refusal of compromising quality for the convenience of store bought findings and parts. Everything is produced in house according to well researched historical precedent. Thank you all for your continued support

05/01/2026

Another iconographic ring from the archives back in production and as you can always expect, a faithful copy of the original 1745-1775 ring. Many years ago, a version of this ring was produced by Chuck Leonard for those who remember him and enough time has passed that this needed to be revisited.

$25 plus shipping
Please send direct messages to place an order or make inquiries.

****Please include your ring size in your initial correspondence.

History: The original was found at the Oneida town of Onaquaga near Windsor NY. This substantial town was initially established as an Oneida settlement by those seeking an alternative to the power politics of Kanawalohale and Old Oneida. However, from the end of the 17th century onwards it became an immigration destination for displaced Indians from a wide range of tribes. The Tuscaroras settled at Onaquaga in the early 18th century, and in the decades before the Revolution they were joined by Stockbridge Indians, Delawares, Shawnees, Miamis, Tutelos, Nanticokes, and others. The relationship between this town and the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Six Nations was a symbiotic one: displaced peoples gained a home, and the Haudenosaunee bolstered their southern buffer zone against colonial encroachment. Between 1743 and 1775, Onaquaga was evangelized by missionaries from the New England Company (NEC), including Elihu Spencer, Gideon Hawley.

Reading material: Andrews, Edward E. Native Apostles: Black and Indian Missionaries in the British Atlantic World. Cambridge: Harvard University Press 2013. Calloway, Colin G. The American Revolution in Indian Country: Crisis and Diversity in Native American Communities. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press 1995. Accessed via GoogleBooks. Love, Deloss. Samson Occom and the Christian Indians of New England. Pilgrim Press 1899. Silverman, David J. Red Brethren: The Brothertown and Stockbridge Indians and the Problem of Race in Early America. Ithaca: Cornell University Press 2010.

04/03/2026

While going through research photos on my devices going back to my trip to Tippecanoe County Historical Association in 2022, I came across a rather unusual iconographic “Jesuit” ring associated with Ouiatenon that I will be making on a limited basis. As should be expected, this is a faithful copy of the original. The fleur de lis is not a typical iconographic device found on these rings which makes it even more unique in the material culture of that region. There are a number of sizes on hand however as we continue to prepare for the upcoming season, it will not be a problem to add your size to the production run if you select to order.

$25 each, plus shipping
International shipping available, price on request. DM for details

03/19/2026

Here’s another pattern of ring found at Michilimackinac that we’re adding to the lineup. Still $25 each plus shipping. DM for further details and ordering.

As always, we don’t just buy parts and generic stamps to “make do” when pursuing a historical project. Yes, some tools are still available such as gravers and die sinking chisels. Most of which can be used as is or modified if necessary. In the case of steel stamps, each one must be made by hand to the exacting standard of the original impression. The stamped hearts on originals are not the outlined “clip art” heart variety that you’ve seen over the years on some attempts to mimic period pieces. Requests on historic iconographic rings are always entertained, especially if you have a favorite from your region or specific home historic site.

03/13/2026

Iconographic “Jesuit” rings are back in production. Many of you asked for larger sizes, so provisions have been made.

These are one of those items that have a wide range of options and possibilities including dozens of pattern and variations, size, and more importantly timeline. Those shown represent rings of a period after Jesuit presence began to wane however religious iconography remained present in the design elements of these rings. We do make a few 17th century variants that are true “Jesuit” rings for those who interpret the period of 1630-1690. In either case, DM us here for ordering.

PayPal or Venmo, $25 each plus shipping.

***Important note*** Having an accurate ring size is always helpful, however if you need help figuring that out, we can help. Also consider the time period you portray so appropriate options can be discussed.

03/06/2026

***updated quantities 3/11 11:30 ***
Many thanks to those who have been waiting patiently for these. Beyond existing orders, there are currently (2) Pre-1767 French gorget available. These are wrought from brass with a proper edge rolled over a wire core for strength, faithfully copied from those depicted in 18th century portraits, ethnographic, and archeological examples.

02/11/2026

Basic tutorial on installing your shirt buckles. Hard to believe it’s been 10 years

Whether you're applying a shirt-buckle, ring, or pierced trade silver brooch, the method of fastening is the same. Many have asked for instructions either out of necessity or curiosity, but hopefully this photo tutorial offers a quick reliable reference guide. It's as simple as drawing the fabric through the middle and catching 1/8" to 1/4" of fabric with the hinged pin, with care taken not to pick too much or too little. Thickness of your garment material should always be accounted for and should not be too thick that material cannot be drawn through the opening. For those needing shirt buckles, we have a couple of styles on hand (heart/luckenbooth depicted and jeweled ring) and will post on them soon.

02/08/2026

***updated*** for Tuesday Feb 10th, adjusted quantities, including postal deadlines (Wed. 2/10) for gift giving.

This will serve as an offering as well as some reassurance for those of you have been asking for shirt buckles. Silver continues to be a bit crazy lately and rather than just throw my hands up in the face of this unstable market, I’m still refusing to compromise in my pursuit of historical accuracy until the market stabilizes again. In the meantime for your consideration, these are made in hardened brass and whited (tinned) in the same historic manner as our Gen IV fine and Medium dressing pins (also in stock). Just to reiterate and considering the changes to the postal service, tomorrow is the deadline for Priority if you need them in time for your Valentine.

Remaining stock as of rhis afternoon:
6-round*
5-hearts*

For scale, the round brooches are approximately 1” in diameter.
$40 each plus shipping
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*I’ll still be making them in silver on request, however with precious metals they will be subject to daily spot market prices. PM for detailsg

01/02/2026

Another 2 dozen pair of ball
and cone earrings are now available and ready to ship. For over 2 decades, we have been reproducing these from original examples in our collection. Constructed in the same period manner as those originals, with a fixed ear wire, sealed cone, and wrought in .925 sterling silver. These are the smaller of the standard patterns we periodically offer.

As of Jan, 1st 2026:

$65 per pair + shipping

Currently shipping prices vary by zip code:
USPS ground select $7.50-$8.50
USPS priority $13