Vintage Atomic Age Rocket Belt Buckle 1950s Space Age Design Continental demi parure known as the Delicious Dozen

known as the Delicious Dozen even though there are in fact fourteen of them

The body is knit with an “intarsia” geometric pattern consisting of intersecting L shapes in navy blue and pale grey against a solid red background colour

This vintage Aquascutum trench coat is unlined except for mesh across the upper and satin acetate in the sleeves

The set looks like it saw very little use and was well cared for over the years

Vintage Atomic Age Rocket Belt Buckle 1950s Space Age Design Continental demi parure known as the Delicious DozenThis vintage belt buckle captures the spirit of the Atomic Age with its rocket or guided missile design mounted against a red enamel painted background. While unmarked, the styling strongly suggests a 1950s date and reflects the fascination with rocketry, aviation, and the emerging Space Age that swept North America during the 1950s. The buckle features a repouss three dimensional silver tone rocket on a rectangular plaque. The design has a distinctly