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Jacket

Clothing/Dress/Costume

Fitted, hip-length double-breasted jacket of dull purple velour ,fastening up the front with a double row of buttons (crescent moon detail) into narrow turnover collar. Long, fairly narrow sleeves trimmed with one button at cuff. Double vent at back. Lined throughout with quilted black satin. Original owner - Mrs. Alexander Ruck Gibboney Worn by Mrs. Alexander Ruck Gibboney in January 1886 as part of her honeymoon outfit, all of the same color. Authenticity of buttons doubtful

G2025.29.008

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

Jacket

Female

1886

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