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Retro Mink Cape

Christian Dior by Marc Bohan brown mink cape with leather tassels, c. 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Step into luxury with the exquisite Christian Dior by Marc Bohan brown mink cape from the 1970s
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1970s French Retro Mink Cape

Christian Lacroix Cape in Taffeta, Lace, Beads and Mink Fur, 1998/99
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix -(Made in France) Cape in taffeta, lace, beads and mink fur. Size 38FR. Ready-to
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1980s French Retro Mink Cape

VINTAGE 1950s BROWN MINK FUR CAPE
Located in New York, NY
This is the ultimate vintage fur cape. Circa 1950s, its silhouette is simple enough but the
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Retro 1950s BROWN MINK FUR CAPE
VINTAGE 1950s BROWN MINK FUR CAPE
Size: fits most sizes, see description
Michael Forrest Dark Brown Ranch Mink Long Cape with Collar
By Michael Forrest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning long cape from Michael Forrest. It is made of a dark brown ranch mink an has a
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1980s American Retro Mink Cape

Mink Shrug Stole Shawl Vintage 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
We have an old Hollywood Glam Mink Shrug, Soft supple mink, No rips No Issues. A staple piece to
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1960s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

1970s Funky Sheared Beaver Swing Cape Coat - Vintage
Located in Wallkill, NY
Sheared beaver cape --Fur is soft and supple. Lovely embroidered lining. Slits on both sides for
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1970s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

Vintage 1950's Black Metallic Velvet Cape with Mink Trim Size Medium Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cape is composed of a black velvet with metallic pinstriping throughout. There is a
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Yves Saint Laurent Mink Fur Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Dark mink fur cape with a triangular shape. No size tag, it
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1980s French Retro Mink Cape

1950s Mink Fur Large Light Brown Pastel Vintage 50s Stole Wrap Cape Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Luxurious 1950s light brown (pastel) large stole wrap! Super soft mink fur that will keep you warm
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1950s Retro Mink Cape

Christian Dior by John Galliano pink mink fur cropped bolero jacket, fw 1997
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior pink mink fur cropped bolero jacket ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Shawl lapel ▪
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1990s French Retro Mink Cape

Rare Reversible Sheared Mink Fur Velvet Cape Style Jacket
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This cape style jacket is made of soft sheared mink which is reversible and can be worn from both
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Mink Cape

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1960s Hattie Carnegie Silver Sequined Open Back Mod Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s HATTIE CARNEGIE silver fully sequined vintage open back mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout on a soft stretch knit. Simply slips over th...
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

1980s Vintage Lynx Fur Coat With Silk Lining
Located in Portland, OR
This gorgeous vintage Lynx fur coat comes from a woman who had incredible vintage designer clothing from the 1970's and 1980's. We purchased her estate of clothing and have loved sel...
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1980s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

A fine & Early Silk & wool Paisley Shawl -Europe Circa 1820/1850
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1820/1850 Russia (?) or Europe Rare long paisley shawl in silk woven on Jacquard looms of an extreme fineness of weaving . Large central reserve added on original in cream sil...
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Mid-19th Century French Retro Mink Cape

A fine & Early Silk & wool Paisley Shawl -Europe Circa 1820/1850
A fine & Early Silk & wool Paisley Shawl -Europe Circa 1820/1850
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Size: 128 cm wide x 280 cm long
Thierry Mugler 1986 Sculptural Corset Top Dramatic Peplum Bodice
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous rare Thierry Mugler corset top - a masterful creation with amazing sculptural dramatic tailoring. A rare piece from his 1986 Collection - documented vintage gem! Coral-red ...
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1980s French Retro Mink Cape

Rare Thierry Mugler FW1998 Archival Skirt Suit Tweed Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning rare Thierry Mugler skirt suit, FW 1998 Collection. Two piece set, jacket and skirt. Dramatic black faux fur collar and cuffs. High quality blend of black white and blue wor...
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1990s French Retro Mink Cape

Black Souliers Christian Dior Block Heel Pumps with High Vamp – US 10, 1960s
By Christian Dior
Located in Tucson, AZ
Vintage shoes, like vintage clothing, reveal how much quality has suffered with the passage of time. As sturdy as tanks, these beauties will take you from board room to dining room a...
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1960s French Retro Mink Cape

Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
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1990s Italian Retro Mink Cape

Christian Dior 1970s Fox Fur Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this breath taking 1970s Christian Dior fox fur coat! The most luxurious and dramatic classic fur coat in an eye catching contrasting brown fur. Beautiful stripes o...
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1970s French Retro Mink Cape

Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Earrings Pendant/Brooch Girandole Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Museum-quality rare and important antique 18th century Minas Novas rock crystal quartz girandole pendant and earrings demi-parure mounted in closed-back silver, Portuguese, circa 177...
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1770s Portuguese Georgian Retro Mink Cape

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver

Bulgari Rome Elizabeth Taylor Style Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Rome Elizabeth Taylor Style Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond NecklaceDetaches Into Two Bracelets and Detachable Pendant An 18k yellow gold necklace was set with sixteen ...
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1970s Italian Retro Mink Cape

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1940s Black Persian Lamb Angled Hat and Muff Purse Vintage
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940s Black Persian lamb angled hat and matching muff, hand warmer with zipper compartment at the back. This set will add the finishing touch to your 1940s winter outfit. The hat can...
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1940s American Retro Mink Cape

Kohinoor Mink Fur Fringe Stole
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore This vintage stole is made of cross mink/ Kohinoor fur and is very light to wear. Condition, pre-owned with some wear and tear...
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20th Century Retro Mink Cape

Kohinoor Mink Fur Fringe Stole
Kohinoor Mink Fur Fringe Stole
W 43.31 in L 26.38 in
F/W 1991 Thierry Mugler Yellow Sculptural Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Thierry Mugler vibrant yellow skirt suit set from the Fall Winter 1991 collection. This rare exceptional vibrant yellow skirt suit boasts a stand up collar that is tall and pointed, ...
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1990s French Retro Mink Cape

1970S Halston Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Cashmere K
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
This gown has a modesty panel inside for options of wear. Beautifully hand finished and in near mint condition 1970S Halston Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Ca...
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1970s Retro Mink Cape

Alexander McQueen black wool evening coat with standing collar, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Introducing a striking Alexander McQueen black wool evening coat from the autumn-winter 2008 collection. This coat embodies the designer's exceptional craftsmanship and innovative de...
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Early 2000s Italian Retro Mink Cape

1930s Bias Silk & Lace Vintage Dress in Peach W Appliqués Butterfly Sleeves
Located in Portland, OR
This gorgeous bias cut peach silk lace vintage 1930's dress has beautiful floral appliqués. This long gown has an empire waist, short butterfly flutter sleeves and it has a very flat...
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1930s American Retro Mink Cape

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1960's Black Mink Cape
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Add some instant glamour to your wardrobe with this black mink cape. With a cape silhouette, this
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1960s Retro Mink Cape

BULLOCKS WILSHIRE Reversible Mink Cape Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The perfect cape when you need something warm & waterproof. * It has a single button closure(on
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1980s American Retro Mink Cape

1950s Ben Kahn Pearl Mink Cape Coat w/ Pearlescent Lucite & Rhinestone Buttons
Located in Houston, TX
Amazing pearl mink cape by Ben Kahn! This cape is thigh length, with a wide folded collar, and an
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red Wool Cape with Mink Collar & Cuffs Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is an amazing Yves Saint Laurent red wool cape with Mink collar and cuffs.
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1980s French Retro Mink Cape

Chocolate Brown Vintage Mink Shawl
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented her is a magnificent mink shawl from the 1960's in excellent. The chocolate colored mink
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Mink Cape

Autumn Haze Mink Cape
Located in Alford, MA
Two of my favorite things - capes and mink, combined into one fantastic piece. Fashioned of autumn
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1970s American Retro Mink Cape

Brown Mink Cape
Located in Geneva, CH
Timeless glamorous mink cape in beautiful shades of rich brown. The heavy satin of the lining is
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1950s Swiss Rococo Revival Retro Mink Cape

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Fur

Brown Mink Cape
Brown Mink Cape
H 43 in W 10 in D 5 in
Bob Mackie Rhinestone-Studded Mink Cape
By Bob Mackie
Located in Alford, MA
Spectacular fur cocoon cape by Bob Mackie in dark ranch mink trimmed in brown fox. The herringbone
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Late 20th Century American Retro Mink Cape

1950s Wards Silk Lined Silver Mink Cape Jacket
Located in London, GB
This immaculate 1950s silver mink fur caplet is by American furriers Ward Bros and is in pristine
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

60s Mink Two-Tone Mod Cape
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful mod mink cape made of chevron pieced black and white mink, and edged in black mink. US
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Glossy Dark mink fur hooded cape unique and rare 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unique and rare to find! Dark mink fur hooded cape from the 1960s and in excellent condition
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Vintage Mink Revisable Mink Fur cape O/S
Located in Wallkill, NY
Mink Revisable cape Soft Supple fur that can be worn on both sides O/S will fit a small to large
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1980s American Retro Mink Cape

1960's Luxurious Ivory-White Mink Fur Portrait-Collar Cropped Bolero Cape Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bust:Free Sleeve Length:16 inches Total Lenght:20 inches This vintage mink bolero-cape is in
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Grey Razored Mink Capette
Located in San Francisco, CA
Grey Razored Mink Capette Beautiful fur and rare colour this piece has a shawl collar and cut
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1950s Retro Mink Cape

Gunther Jaeckel furs Bonwit Teller champagne mink tie front cape 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gunther Jaeckel Furs Bonwit Teller champagne mink tie front cape 1960s...A lovely little cape that
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Ivory White Mink and Fox Fur Portrait-Collar Cropped Jacket Poncho Cape, 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extraordinary, ivory-white genuine mink and arctic fox cape that will make any woman shine
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

A fine 1980s Italian leopard print cape in pony skin and mink fur by Beltrami
Located in London, GB
and panels of a heavy black knit in between. The collar is made from a brown mink fur. The cape also
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1980s Italian Retro Mink Cape

Mahogany Mink Capelet
Located in Alford, MA
A mink capelet that is versatile enough to wear for evening or layer over a turtleneck or coat for
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

'50s White Mink caplet
Located in New York, NY
White mink caplet has a hook and eye on the center front detailed with a large rounf mink button
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1950s Retro Mink Cape

'50s White Mink caplet
'50s White Mink caplet
Size: ex-small-small
1960s White Mink Capelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s White Mink Capelet. Slits allow for arm movement. Jacquard lining.
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1960s Retro Mink Cape

50s Chocolate Mink Stole with Dramatic Flared Back
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 50s milk chocolate brown mink stole/capelet with small collar and dramatic swing style
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Wool and Mink Wrap from Edwards-Lowell Beverly Hills
Located in Carmel, CA
Stunning wool double knit shawl or cape wrap with set in mink tails from Beverly Hills furrier
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1970s American Retro Mink Cape

1970s Unique Fendi Fur and Silk Organza Cape (S)
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Port Hope, ON
I believe this a sheared mink cape, but could be chinchilla. The hand work is magnificent combining
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1970s Italian Retro Mink Cape

Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Soft brushed wool cape in plaid with dark chocolate brown mink trim.
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1980s French Retro Mink Cape

J. Mendel Fur Trimmed Jacket
By J Mendel
Located in New York, NY
J.Mendel black cashmere cape/jacket with mink trim, along neck, sleeves and hem. High
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1980s French Retro Mink Cape

1960s Mink Swing Cape Vest
Located in Wallkill, NY
Versatile and stunning! look at the collar on this one! Love vintage furs and when they are updated for today's fashion, all the better O/S with a fabulous swing to it. Wear it with...
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1960s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

Nina Ricci 70s Couture Gown and Cape - Velvet and Mink Sleeves
By Nina Ricci
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning early 70s Nina Ricci Couture ensemble; gown and matching evening cloak with mink edged
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1970s French Retro Mink Cape

Pale Blonde Mink Fur Cape Stole Wrap Jacket With Huge Collar, 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
This lightweight cape is composed of champagne-coloured plush real mink fur. It features a huge fur
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

MaxMara Late 20th Century Black Cashmere & Mink Fur Coat
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
from black cashmere and features a soft mink fur shawl collar. Includes side slit pockets and a button
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Mink Cape

Marshall Field Brown Mink Fur Stole Wrap, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950's dark brown (near black) mink stole wrap from famed Chicago department store, Marshall Field
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

1965 Nina Ricci Haute Couture Documented Pink Silk-Brocade & Mink Fur Maxi Coat
By Nina Ricci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
luxurious mink fur maxi coat is a perfect example of mid-century couture glamour. I adore the chic center
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1960s French Retro Mink Cape

Christian Dior Patron Original Mink Cape
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
mink, the cape fastens with hooks to the front and features a pretty small mandarin collar and
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1970s French Retro Mink Cape

Bob Mackie Rhinestone Studded Mink Cape
By Bob Mackie
Located in Alford, MA
Spectacular fur cocoon cape by Bob Mackie in dark ranch mink trimmed in brown fox. The herringbone
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Late 20th Century American Retro Mink Cape

soft mink fur cape
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This cape is made of very soft mink with silk lining. It can be closed with a hook. Its in
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Mid-20th Century Retro Mink Cape

soft mink fur cape
soft mink fur cape
W 56.7 in L 15.75 in
Maximilian Vintage Russian Sable Mink Fur Cape
By Maximilian
Located in Portland, OR
This is a gorgeous vintage Maximilian New York Russian sable mink fur cape. It's harder to find
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1960s North American Retro Mink Cape

Cream Full Length Wool Cape with Mink Tails, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Cream Full Length Wool Cape w/ Mink Tails. Snaps closed at throat. Scarf is attached to back
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1960s Retro Mink Cape

Red wool boucle cape with mink fur collar 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
with mink fur collar...button front cape has flap bands at arm opening, will fit multiple sizes and is
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Vintage Camel Tan Mohair Cape Coat with Mink Collar 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage mohair cape coat with mink collar from the 1960s. Camel colour mohair wool cape has a
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Pearl White Mink Fur Shrug Shawl Cape 1960s Double Sided
Located in Wallkill, NY
Here is a Wonderful reversible Pearl White Mink Caplet. Mink is soft and supple. Has a 3 Buttons
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1960s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

1960s Funky Suede Floral Cape - Vintage
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is vintage 1960s funk! Fringed Suede Floral Cape. Slits for your hands. Creamy white leather
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1960s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

Honey Mink Capelet
Located in Alford, MA
Honey mink 1960s capelet with stand-up collar, scalloped hem, and mink button closure. Slit
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Vintage Honey Blond Mink Stole with Hidden Sleeves 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage honey blond mink stole with hidden sleeves from the 1960s. Beautiful cape in a warm honey
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

1950s dark almost black mink fur cape
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Dark, almost black, mink fur cape or stole from the 1950s...Closes with a single large mink button
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Dark Chocolate Brown Mink Knit Poncho Cape with Mink Pom Poms
Located in Portland, OR
This is a gorgeous genuine rich brown mink knit poncho with two mink pom poms on a tie at the neck
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Mink Cape

1960s Sapphire Mink Fur Stole Cape Jacket Fath
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Mink stole by Andre Fath Paris Slit pockets Inset collar Photos don't do this one
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1960s French Retro Mink Cape

Stunning Cross Mink Fur & FOX Fur Cape Jacket
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is absolutely Fabulous. Made up of Cross Mink, soft and supple with Large Fox Collar and hem
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1970s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

1950s Deep cape back mink coat with scalloped hem
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
glisten...Technically a "mantle" coat, it has a deep attached cape which is curved at the back...There are
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

1960s Sapphire Vintage Mink Fur Stole Cape Paris Made
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely Mink Stole with Inset shoulders and Slit Pockets -Soft and supple Mink - Great arm detailing
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1960s French Retro Mink Cape

1950s Emba Jasmine Natural White Mink Shawl
Located in London, GB
Original 1950s white mink shawl made up of 6 fully stranded pelts with each of the triple layers
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Black A-Line Astrakhan Fur Jacket with Silver Mink Collar – Large, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
; contrasting V neckline with notched lapels and cape collar of silver mink. Fur hook closures at sternum and
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Vintage Off White Mink Stole Jordan Marsh 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage off white mink stole Jordan Marsh from the 1950s. Creamy triple layer mink closes at the
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1950s American Retro Mink Cape

Ranch Mink Cape w/Scallop Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maurice Mondore mink cape. Scallop detail on hem and around collar. Two holes for arms. Fully lined
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20th Century French Retro Mink Cape

June Carter-Cash Buttercream Mink Cape
Located in Topanga, CA
1960's. Luxurious double breasted, buttercream colored mink cape, adorned with pearl resin and
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

Christian Dior full length mink cape
By Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior full length mink cape. This is a wonderful Dior, with dramatic princess shoulders
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1980s Retro Mink Cape

1950s Brown Mink Fur Cape
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Soft brown mink cape, shawl collar, welt pockets, front closure with hook, half-length, round hem
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1950s English Retro Mink Cape

Claude Montana amazing Mink Cape / Jacket sz L
By Claude Montana
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Sensational mink jacket with cape, from Claude Montana for Neiman Marcus. This is the most
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1980s Unknown Retro Mink Cape

Vanilla Mink + Fox Fur Draped Cape
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Stupendous 1980s vanilla colored mink + fox fur coat by Saga. An absolute classic piece that will
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1980s Retro Mink Cape

Mink Capelet
Located in Topanga, CA
Shiny brown mink capelet, lined in taupe colored silk. Interior pocket.
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1960s Canadian Retro Mink Cape

Mink Capelet
Size: one size
Mink Caplet
Located in Topanga, CA
Beautiful shiny mink caplet. Fully lined in silk satin. Excellent condition.
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1960s Canadian Retro Mink Cape

Mink Caplet
Mink Caplet
Size: one size
Silver Mink Wrap
Located in New Hope, PA
Rare grey mink, in a stole, belted with a woven metal belt becomes a very chic fur wrap. The fur is
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1960s American Retro Mink Cape

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Retro Mink Cape For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary retro mink cape for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in brown, gray and more. You’re likely to find the perfect retro mink cape among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Maximilian and Michael Forrest are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Retro Mink Cape?

On average, a retro mink cape on 1stDibs sells for $845, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $8,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right coats-outerwear for You

There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.

Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.

A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.

While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.

Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.

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