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Roberto Cavalli F/W 2005 White Leather, Fox & Snake Coat
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2005 White Leather, Fox & Snake Coat

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2005 White Leather, Fox & Snake Coat

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in PARIS, FR

Long fitted coat constructed from quilted leather panels with an embossed snake finish, featuring a

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Early 2000s Coats

Ginger ibiza made knit coat with snake appliqués, 1970s
Ginger ibiza made knit coat with snake appliqués, 1970s

Ginger ibiza made knit coat with snake appliqués, 1970s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Fabulous original 70s knit coat with old snakeskin appliqués made in Ibiza. designer Ginger. Soft

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20th Century Spanish Coats and Outerwear

NWT ROBERTO CAVALLI Snake Fur Fox Coat Jacket Italian 44 - US 8
NWT ROBERTO CAVALLI Snake Fur Fox Coat Jacket Italian 44 - US 8

NWT ROBERTO CAVALLI Snake Fur Fox Coat Jacket Italian 44 - US 8

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Montgomery, TX

New ROBERTO CAVALLI Snake and Fur Coat Italian size 44 - US 8 Color - Terracotta Real Snake Skin

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2010s Italian Coats

1980s Leather Coat
1980s Leather Coat

1980s Leather Coat

$4,200

Size: Large

1980s Leather Coat

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1980s Snake skin leather coat. Beautiful condition. Coat is lined. Size: Large Measurement: Bust

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1980s European Coats

JACQUES SAINT LAURENT Paris Wolf Fur Snake Denim Jacket
JACQUES SAINT LAURENT Paris Wolf Fur Snake Denim Jacket

JACQUES SAINT LAURENT Paris Wolf Fur Snake Denim Jacket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Unique Jacket made from stone washed blue denim, wolf fur and python details. View our front store, we offer more luxurious vintage items Details: With 2 side pockets and 4 press b...

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20th Century French Coats and Outerwear

Blooming Roses With Snake Silk and Silk Chiffon Scarf
Blooming Roses With Snake Silk and Silk Chiffon Scarf

Blooming Roses With Snake Silk and Silk Chiffon Scarf

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully elegant Blooming Roses with snake silk and silk chiffon scarf is accented with

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1980s Italian Shawls

Vintage Black Persian Lamb Cape Jacket with Snake Print Trim
Vintage Black Persian Lamb Cape Jacket with Snake Print Trim

Vintage Black Persian Lamb Cape Jacket with Snake Print Trim

Located in Amsterdam, NL

with puffed short 3/4 sleeves, trimmed with snake print leather and 1 closing button. Size fits like

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20th Century Capes

ROBERTO CAVALLI Size 40 Black Grey Snake Jacquard Wool Silk Sport Coat
ROBERTO CAVALLI Size 40 Black Grey Snake Jacquard Wool Silk Sport Coat

ROBERTO CAVALLI Size 40 Black Grey Snake Jacquard Wool Silk Sport Coat

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in San Francisco, CA

ROBERTO CAVALLI sport coat in a black and grey wool jacquard with a full liner featuring a peak

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21st Century and Contemporary Blazers

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Snake skin printed coat Lilli Ann
Snake skin printed coat Lilli Ann

Snake skin printed coat Lilli Ann

By Lilli Ann

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Snake skin printed coat

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1950s American Coats

Prada snake skin coat with suede trim
Prada snake skin coat with suede trim

Prada snake skin coat with suede trim

By Prada

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Prada chocolate brown snake skin coat, which will show different shades in the light, from brown to

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Topcoats

Snake and Wool Knit Coat Dress with Scallop Detail
Snake and Wool Knit Coat Dress with Scallop Detail

Snake and Wool Knit Coat Dress with Scallop Detail

Located in New York, NY

Black, cobra and wool knit coat, having a scalloped edge at the front center closing. Cobra skin

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1970s Italian Coats and Outerwear

New Christian Dior Snake Beads Embellished Trench Coat Fr.40 - US 8
New Christian Dior Snake Beads Embellished Trench Coat Fr.40 - US 8

New Christian Dior Snake Beads Embellished Trench Coat Fr.40 - US 8

By Christian Dior

Located in Montgomery, TX

Christian Dior Embellished Trench Coat Christian Dior Boutique FR size 40 - US 8 98% Cotton, 2

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Raincoats

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Snake Skin Jacket
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Snake Skin Jacket

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Snake Skin Jacket

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Austin, TX

1980s Yves Saint Laurent multicolored pink and purple snake skin jacket with purple velvet collar

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

Chocolate Brown Belted Mink Fur Coat
Chocolate Brown Belted Mink Fur Coat

Chocolate Brown Belted Mink Fur Coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage fur coat is made from soft brown mink and snake details. The coat has 2 pockets, a

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20th Century German Coats and Outerwear

1980s Beltrami snakeskin coat with fox trim
1980s Beltrami snakeskin coat with fox trim

1980s Beltrami snakeskin coat with fox trim

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorgeous purple snake skin coat with fox fur trim from Beltrami, Italy 1980s...Supple snake skin

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Late 20th Century Italian Coats

Snake print jersey evening dress Roberto Cavalli
Snake print jersey evening dress Roberto Cavalli

Snake print jersey evening dress Roberto Cavalli

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Size: 46 jacket and dress (IT size)

Snake print jersey evening dress Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Vintage evening long dress in snake print jersey and with the name Roberto Cavalli print , long

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Early 2000s Italian Dress and Coat Ensembles

Multicolor Prada Snake-Printed Nylon Coat
Multicolor Prada Snake-Printed Nylon Coat

Multicolor Prada Snake-Printed Nylon Coat

By Prada

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Multicolor snake-print nylon jacket by Prada. Cinched draped collar. Three

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Chanel Yellow Tweed Sleeveless Coat Dress with Snake Belt - 44
Chanel Yellow Tweed Sleeveless Coat Dress with Snake Belt - 44

Chanel Yellow Tweed Sleeveless Coat Dress with Snake Belt - 44

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Yellow Tweed Sleeveless Coat Dress with Snake Belt - 44. This dress is in excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Day Dresses

JUST CAVALLI Size 44 Grey & Black Snake Print Cotton Blend Sport Coat
JUST CAVALLI Size 44 Grey & Black Snake Print Cotton Blend Sport Coat

JUST CAVALLI Size 44 Grey & Black Snake Print Cotton Blend Sport Coat

By Just Cavalli

Located in San Francisco, CA

JUST CAVALLI sport coat comes in a grey & black snake print cotton with a full liner featuring a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sport Jackets

black snake leather mink / persian lamb fur coat
black snake leather mink / persian lamb fur coat

black snake leather mink / persian lamb fur coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This coat is made from a few different skins; snake, mink, persian lamb and cow skin. It has 1

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Snake Print Biker Jacket Small
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Snake Print Biker Jacket Small

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Snake Print Biker Jacket Small

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Snake Print Biker Jacket Mid 2000's Size approx. - Small Varnished, Fully

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats and Outerwear

suede jacket with fox fur collar and trim snake print
suede jacket with fox fur collar and trim snake print

suede jacket with fox fur collar and trim snake print

Located in Amsterdam, NL

nice and warm to wear. Its cut like a bomber jacket from soft supple suede and snake print leather

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

GUCCI Beige PYTHON Leather TRENCH COAT Size 40
GUCCI Beige PYTHON Leather TRENCH COAT Size 40

GUCCI Beige PYTHON Leather TRENCH COAT Size 40

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

- Gucci Python Snake skin Trench Coat -Tom Ford era - Clean-cut silhouette - 2 front flap pockets

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Trench Coats

Mr Blackwell Off-Shoulder Snake Print Cocktail Dress and Wrap, 1960s
Mr Blackwell Off-Shoulder Snake Print Cocktail Dress and Wrap, 1960s

Mr Blackwell Off-Shoulder Snake Print Cocktail Dress and Wrap, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

In a nod to Biblical symbolism, Mr Blackwell presents an apple green snake print wiggle dress whose

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

black suede jacket with appliques wolf / lynx fur
black suede jacket with appliques wolf / lynx fur

black suede jacket with appliques wolf / lynx fur

Located in Amsterdam, NL

suede leather with snake and fur details. This coat has 2 pockets and closes with 3 ties. Size fits like

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

Red Snake Print Lapin Lined Italian Long Coat
Red Snake Print Lapin Lined Italian Long Coat

Red Snake Print Lapin Lined Italian Long Coat

Located in Montgomery, TX

Snake Print Red Long Coat. Fully Lined in Red Lapin (Rabbit). Two Front Pockets, Belt. Italian

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

Gucci Real Python Snake skin Trench Coat  Sz 42
Gucci Real Python Snake skin Trench Coat  Sz 42

Gucci Real Python Snake skin Trench Coat Sz 42

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Gucci 100% Real Python Snake skin Trench Coat Sz 42. Amazing piece in pristine condition > Like new

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Coats and Outerwear

Trapeze Snake Print Coat with Ruffled Hem
Trapeze Snake Print Coat with Ruffled Hem

Trapeze Snake Print Coat with Ruffled Hem

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fabulous oversized trapeze coat with ruffled sleeve and hem. The coat features a shawl collar

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Late 20th Century Swing Coats

Christian Dior Snake Beads Embellished Trench Coat Fr.40 - US 8
Christian Dior Snake Beads Embellished Trench Coat Fr.40 - US 8

Christian Dior Snake Beads Embellished Trench Coat Fr.40 - US 8

By Christian Dior

Located in Montgomery, TX

Christian Dior Embellished Trench Coat Christian Dior Boutique FR size 40 - US 8 98

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coats

Jean Claude Jitrois Beige Python Snake Skin Trench Coat Jacket 38
Jean Claude Jitrois Beige Python Snake Skin Trench Coat Jacket 38

Jean Claude Jitrois Beige Python Snake Skin Trench Coat Jacket 38

By Jean-Claude Jitrois

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: Jean Claude Jitrois Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Excellent MATERIAL: 100% python COUNTRY MADE: France SIZE: 38 MEASUREMENTS; provided...

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Early 2000s French Coats

Dolce & Gabbana Brown Snake and Alligator Jacket
Dolce & Gabbana Brown Snake and Alligator Jacket

Dolce & Gabbana Brown Snake and Alligator Jacket

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Francisco, CA

You will be a knockout in this incredible Dolce & Gabbana coat. In a combination of exotic mocha

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Coats

Sable Fur  Vest / Sleeveless jacket with snake leather trim
Sable Fur  Vest / Sleeveless jacket with snake leather trim

Sable Fur Vest / Sleeveless jacket with snake leather trim

Located in New York, NY

Custom made Sable vest/Sleeveless jacket with front button closure. Silk leopard lining and snake

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Coats

Prada Quilted Silk Midi-Length Coat  XS 40
Prada Quilted Silk Midi-Length Coat  XS 40

Prada Quilted Silk Midi-Length Coat XS 40

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Prada Quilted Silk Midi-Length Coat £1390 RRP - Snake Effect Quilted Design - External Side Zip

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats and Outerwear

Chloe by Hannah MacGibbon woven snake trench coat fall 2011.
Chloe by Hannah MacGibbon woven snake trench coat fall 2011.

Chloe by Hannah MacGibbon woven snake trench coat fall 2011.

By Chloé

Located in Berlin, DE

Chloe by Hannah MacGibbon woven snake trench coat fall 2011. This coat was worn by Codie Young and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Gucci Zip Around Wallet GG Coated Canvas with Applique
Gucci Zip Around Wallet GG Coated Canvas with Applique

Gucci Zip Around Wallet GG Coated Canvas with Applique

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This Gucci Zip Around Wallet GG Coated Canvas with Applique, crafted in brown GG Supreme coated

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21st Century and Contemporary Wallets and Small Accessories

Lanvin Natural Snake Print Lightweight Silk Trench Coat - Size US 6
Lanvin Natural Snake Print Lightweight Silk Trench Coat - Size US 6

Lanvin Natural Snake Print Lightweight Silk Trench Coat - Size US 6

By Lanvin Paris

Located in London, GB

Lanvin Beige Snake Print Lightweight Silk Trench Coat -Made of lightweight soft silk -Gorgeous

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats and Outerwear

GUCCI Leather Snake Skin Print Trench
GUCCI Leather Snake Skin Print Trench

GUCCI Leather Snake Skin Print Trench

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

GUCCI Leather Snake Skin Print Trench Size Label : 42 Made in Italy Size Label : 42 Dusty rose

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2010s Italian Trench Coats

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By Pierre Cardin

Located in Studio City, CA

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Chicago, IL

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F/W 2004 Roberto Cavalli Black Velvet Satin Panel Flare Slip Dress

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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By John Galliano

Located in Paris, FR

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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By Louis Feraud

Located in Amsterdam, NL

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By Roberto Cavalli

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Located in Leonardo, NJ

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By Roberto Cavalli

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Vintage Sexy and Chic Black Jersey Draped Halter Long Dress Size 6

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Located in Palm Desert, CA

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Gucci FW 2002 Tom Ford Leather Jacket

Gucci FW 2002 Tom Ford Leather Jacket

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

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Snake Coat For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary snake coat you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Brown and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Black and more. Finding the perfect snake coat may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Vetements, Christian Dior and Gucci — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Snake Coat?

On average, a snake coat on 1stDibs sells for $876, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $17,999 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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