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Victorian Gold-embroidered Short Cape, c. 1890s

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 300.00 USD
Victorian Gold-embroidered Short Cape, c. 1890s
The evening cape with elaborate embroidered design on flannel wool, lined with cream silk. Neck: 15in. Shoulder to shoulder: 21in. Length: 28in. Condition: The flannel and embroidery are both in very good condition. The silk lining is yellowed, with some staining, and fraying around the neck area. The thread hoop for neck closure is present, but the other part of the closure is missing.