This is a beautifully made dress is from the Civil War era. It came from a man in Oakland who was in the Bunker family. I do not have the provenance so I can not 100% guarantee but I know it to be true. The dress up close has a check pattern and within the checks are little what looks like crosses. The dress hooks in the back with two hooks and is trimmed in a creamy white lace. Believe it or not, it is a boy's dress, but a little girl would look adorable in this as well!
CONDITION:
The dress has absolutely no tears or holes. The only issue is there are numerous what looks like chocolate stains scattered throughout.They are not visible when worn. I have not tried to clean it so they may or may not come out. I would say its in GOOD condition.
SIZE:
waist: 12" x 2
length: 20"
VINTAGE CONDITION RATINGS
Mint: Never worn or used. No flaws or wear.
Near Mint: Possibly worn with little to no signs of wear and no flaws.
Excellent: Previously worn or used with no noticeable flaws.
Very Good: Previously worn with noted minor flaws not noticeable for wear.
Good: Minor flaws as noted. Wearable. Minor repairs required.
Good-aged: Overall good condition, either a little faded, or just looks "tired."
Fair: Numerous noted flaws, possibly wearable after care or repair.
Poor: Damage which cannot be repaired. Possible use as study piece or cutter.
STORY POLICIES
1. Nature of Vintage: Vintage clothing is just that, VINTAGE, Items are usually decades old, and because of that, there will most likely always be a few MINOR flaws not described. I do my absolute best to examine my items as closely as possible so as to record and describe these issues via photos and item descriptions, however, one must expect to find wee little problems that I have over-looked. It is up to you to understand that this policy takes effect whenever you bid or purchase one of my items. Because of this, and unless the flaw noted is deemed "see-able" and/or "gross." Each item shall be considered "As-is."
2. Payment: Payment must be received w/n 24 hrs of a winning bid or purchase. All items will be shipped "first" or "priority" class via USPS. I will be happy to combine purchases after I post your items and determine the final cost. PLEASE BE AWARE that I often list my items either "Free shipping" or below the regular costs of shipping, therefore there usually is no "over-charge" for combined shipping. Each purchase will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Each item will have confirmation tracking. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Items will be shipped via USPS priority. Each item will have a Customs Declaration which will track your item up to the entrance to your country. I will make sure the duty fees are very VERY little...
3. Return Policy: No returns because you simply do not care for the item, or you misread or forgot to read the item description. Items WILL be returnable if I grossly described or listed items without obvious flaws. Please see #1 "Nature of Vintage" for a description of what is considered the regular condition of vintage clothing.
4. I refuse to right to sell to anyone.
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