Karakul coat, needs work

[LorrelMae]

Moderators: I didn't know where to put this!

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I have a "silver" Karakul lamb coat, I believe from the 40's. Swingy! It's been hanging around for so long, the disrepair is worse. :(

If anyone is into furs, or does well with them, this is your lucky day. This coat is yours for only the cost of shipping.

Mind you, it weighs a lot! Possibly 5 or more pounds. You can pay me after I have sent it off, I trust ya'all! (I can say that! I was born in North Carolina!)

I'd rather this piece be given new life, as I am presently without a job, and would prefer to spend my money elsewhere. (I am a SUCKER for any scrap of vintage!)

If you need better pictures, let me know. These were taken in my bathroom which tends to have a lot of orange red light.

U2U me, or email.

I will be at two estate sales Saturday, so don't expect a reply until late in the day.

Thank you!

Sincerely, Sandi

And just because I love these smileys...

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[thevintagebungalow]

You might consider selling it on ebay as a "cutter". Many people buy furs like that to repurpose for craft projects or such. Good luck!

 

[LorrelMae]

I wouldn't want to see this go that way!

 

[Coutureallure]

Unfortunately, I agree with Carrie. Once a vintage fur starts to deteriorate like this, it really is not repairable. The skins have dried out and will continue to split and tear at stress points.

 

[LorrelMae]

Oh! Okay. I didn't know! Maybe I'll bung it on ebay....

Thank you!

Sandi