This mid Victorian jacket dates to the 1860s or 1870s, cropped high to the waist for a belled or bustled skirt. It's plush navy velveteen with a faux shawl collar, bell sleeves and tiny welt pockets. The rows of beautiful shell paillettes are a striking contrast in polished mother-of-pearl, detailing both the lapels and back of sleeves. This jacket is machine-sewn with a hand-sewn lining in contrasting floral.

Ladies' Size
10

Measurements
Bust 37, Waist 33; Shoulder to Shoulder 12.75, Sleeve Length 21.75, Neck to Hem 12.5 Inches

Era
1870s

Label
None, looks and feels expertly made, probably by a dressmaker

Materials
Navy blue velveteen, feels like silk and cotton; black twill braid trim; black frog closures; cream Deco floral lining in lavender, black, goldenrod, pale gray

Closure
Single black frog closure at waist

Condition
Good

Condition Detail
Wearable with due caution, sturdy enough for careful wear, pile loss to the tops of shoulders and along creases where rubbed, pile loss in small dappled areas to the inside of right sleeve, the twill trim has 4-5 nicks and three noticeable abrasions (each 1/4-inch or less) along the edge of lapel, the lining is age-toned with tears beginning at inside back neck (pictured) and under the arms in the lining only

Washing Instructions
Dry clean by a cleaner experienced with antique clothing

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