Victorian Black Wool Coat with Rayon Cord Trim, Gothic, Mourning, 1800s, 32 bust, needs new lining
Victorian Black Wool Coat with Rayon Cord Trim, Gothic, Mourning, 1800s, 32 bust, needs new lining
ERA: True vintage item from the 1800s
MEASUREMENTS: the item is 52 inches long, it will fit a 32 inch bust with room, 32 inch waist, 40 inches around hips. Shoulders are 14-1/2 inches wide and sleeves are 22 inches long
MATERIAL: wool, rayon braid trim
LABEL: none
Thin woven black wool, long coat. It has flat braid trim around the neck, decorative rayon and cotton trim with loops and covered toggles closures down the front along with hidden metal hooks and loops. More flat braid and decorative appliques on the ends of the sleeves. No pockets, slit on the back and silk lining.
CONDITION: Very good condition. The outside is very nice with about 6 tiny pinhead size holes. Some wear to the braid around the neck and loose stitches on it at the outside back of neck. The silk lining is totally shattered and delicate, tears easily. Lining will need to be replaced if you want to wear it.