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1850's Shawl Collared Silk Waistcoat

  • Catalog #: VS018

    Date range: 1850-1860

    Country of origin: United States

    Accession date: 4-4-2023

  • Waistcoat is made from a lightweight silk satin.  Garment is entierly hand sewn. Small, dome, cloth covered buttons with an enamled rear buckle. Body of garment shows pressing scars.

     

    Construction and material notes coming soon. Click HERE to request additional information, photographs, or other details related to this garment.

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