Set x 7 New York Yacht Club Brass Blazer Buttons
$375
1 Frontal Sz: 1"D
6 Sleeve Sz: 5/8"D
Stamped Whitaker & Co London & New York on underside
Whitaker & Co. historically refers to an exclusive, high-end merchant tailoring and breeches-making firm with flagship stores in London and New York. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the luxury clothier served a wealthy, elite clientele, operating out of 48 Conduit Street in London and 1518 Fifth Avenue in New York.
The New York Yacht Club (NYYC) is a private social club and yacht club based in New York City and Newport, Rhode Island. It was founded in 1844 by nine prominent sportsmen. The members have contributed to the sport of yachting and yacht design. As of 2001, the organization was reported to have about 3,000 members. Membership in the club is by invitation only. Its officers include a commodore, vice-commodore, rear-commodore, secretary and treasurer.