Lot 379

A tailcoat of a royal diplomat, 1st half of the 20th century

Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A102m | Live auction | 931 Lots

Hammer price € 1,000

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Description

Fine black cloth, crimson velvet collar and cuffs. The collar, cuffs and the flaps of the indicated coattail pockets lavishly embellished with silver gilt embroidery (including the Savoy knot). Opulent gold embroidery on the chest, numerous orders loops, gilt buttons with the crowned motto "FERT" of the Royal House of Savoy. Lined in smooth, black silk, stitched at the chest. Marginally damaged in places, slight signs of age and wear. Exceptionally distinguished, high-ranking tailcoat in beautiful condition.

Condition: II + Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Monday, Nov 4, 2024 at 10 1m (CET). Lot no. 1 - 938. The pre-sale view will take place from Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2024 as well as Nov 15-16 and Nov 18, 2024 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET).