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Probably it was a convertible collar. It could be worn open as it is now, or closed with the missing loop, giving 2 different looks. Marian

Yes, 1930's. So glamorous. Marian

I cross-posted with you!. Now I see the button. Marian

I can't see a button. Could there have originally been a loop? It could slip out of the edge of of the neck facing without leaving a trace. Marian

I can see this being worn over a Gunne Sax dress. Marian

Yes, 1980's. Marian

Could it be 1930's? Marian

Sir! You are never too old to wear such a handsome jacket. Marian

Oh, thank you for your clear explanation. I have struggled with the right terminology and understanding the uses for the woven grosgrain (petersham). Its never too much information for me. But just ask for petersham in the notions department at Joanne's!

I think it is definitely a costume, possibly assembled from fabrics from several decades. The belting material - heavier than grosgrain ribbon,I can't remember the name right now - was used in the 1910's. The sleeves seem to be cotton organdy. It will be fun to hear what others think. Marian

Just to clarify - or confuse. There is a little fur bearing animal named chinchilla. There has been get rich quick fads for growing them for fur in some decades in the past. No, no, no, I do not want one for a pocket pet! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinchilla...

I see 1950's, but I can't tell you anything about the label. Marian

The label - Character Fur - to me hinted at it being faux fur. Real fur coats typically have a label from a furrier and/or a store. Marian

Greetings, Anna. It's so nice to hear from you. Marian

I think your pretty dress is 1980's made from nice quality alencon lace. The shoulder "pads" are reminiscent of the 1930's sleeve lifters. By using net the overall airiness of the dress is maintained. Let's see what others think. Marian

I see 1960's. Marian

Marvelous! Thank you so much. There is so much to know. Marian

The VFG label resource is cited in The Dress Detective, A Practical Guide to Object-Based Research in Fashion by Ingrid Mida and Alexandra Kim, Society of Antiquaries of London, 2018, page 55 (but not in the index). Marian

I'm no help on dating, but want to say it is a handsome coat. Marian

Do you have any photos of your grandfather wearing this coat in public functions? Or newspaper article about outdoor functions when he might have worn it? It could help narrow down a time period. Marian

I want to donate, but I don't want to go through PayPal. Please give me directions. Marian

I also see 1980's on the purple and cropped jackets, but I'm not sure on the floral/print. Marian

Spider silk played a role in the Allies winning World War II. Spider thread was used for gun sights. This is one of several online articles: https://owlcation.com/stem/The-patriotic-black-widow-spiders-of-World-War-II Marian

The underarm piece is called a gusset. It allows smoother fit and provides room for arm movements. Marian

What an astounding read ! Wow! Marian

A little less confused. At least I know more to be confused about. I think it is the various processes that are confusing in rayon. Cotton comes from a cotton plant. It is processed in various ways but we lay people don't have names for those processes. (I know chemist and other specialists do...

I'm still on rayon! I see acetate as the only name given for the fabric of linings, both on labels and in listings. Can acetate stand alone as a fabric name? To me, acetate is the chemical used in the process of making a certain type of rayon. Or should it be called rayon acetate or acetate...

I have had moderate - emphasize on moderate - success using products for washing white fur on garments. Marian

Yes, now I see them. Yes, we in the US call them snaps. Snaps or poppers, we hear them! Marian

I agree with Maggie on the dating. Is it a possibility that it was cut from a dress to form a top? The hem on the blouse seems very narrow and doesn't balance the garment. Does it slip over the head, or is there a placket? it would likely to have had snaps, if there is one. Marian