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Vtg. 1940's Wide Lapel Al Capone Era Blue Double Breasted Jacket

$ 110.88

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Jacket Size: 40
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Size Type: Regular
  • Sleeve Length: 25"
  • Chest Size: 40" ( 21" across laying flat)
  • Material: wool
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Color: Blue
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Decade: 1940s
  • Jacket Length: 29 1/2"
  • Shoulder to Hem: 29 1/2"
  • Shoulder to Shoulder: 19"
  • Look: Zoot Suit
  • Brand: Cresley

    Description

    Great vintage 1940's wide lapel Al Capone Zoot suit jacket. Double breasted, flap pockets( along with inner watch pocket), no back vent, and angled upper front pocket. Fabulous wool fabric - engaging blue jean blue with a separated cream check chalk stripe design. Boxy shoulder pads ! Found in the inner pocket is a receipt from the KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS dated 1943 which show his payment of .48 in dues. Measurements - 21" across the chest laying flat
    29 1/2" long
    19" across padded boxy shoulders
    25" long sleeves
    Now, a few issues -
    a moth bite near the left sleeve cuff button as shown ( could possibly move cuff buttons ? )
    and a few small light spots ( too light to photograph, but they are there ( this jacket has not been cleaned)
    some inner arm lining wear
    Gorgeous !!!  Will gladly combine shipping .
    Buyer pays reasonable shipping/insurance/delivery confirmation.  A response is necessary within 1 day from auctions end and payment is due with 3 days from auctions end unless otherwise agreed upon by seller. This is a no return sale, so be sure to ask questions prior to bidding. An exception to this policy would be if an item is greatly misrepresented and then it must be returned within 7 days. Will ship multiple purchases at a discount. The cost of shipping is non-refundable. Thanks !