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Velvet Princess Coat

1950s Black Velvet Coat
Located in Alford, MA
Velvet is in! This black velvet 1950s princess-style coat is in great condition and features a
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1950s American Coats and Outerwear

1950s Hardy Amies Couture Black Velvet Evening Coat
By Hardy Amies
Located in London, GB
This couture velvet evening jacket is an exquisite example of formal evening wear by one of the
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1950s British Coats

1960s Norman Hartnell Couture Shocking Pink Velvet Coat
By Norman Hartnell
Located in London, GB
1960s Norman Hartnell couture shocking pink velvet coat previously owned by Dame Barbara Cartland
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1960s British Coats

Revillon Paris Brown Mink Fur Princess Stroller Coat w Art Deco Lining -S, 1950s
By Revillon
Located in Tucson, AZ
the coat inside-out. Stroller-length princess coat of horizontally-sewn female mink; inverted pleats
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1950s French Fur Puffer Coats

Amazing Vintage Caftan, Caramel Velvet and Gold Embroidered, ca. 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage handmade caftan, caramel color crushed silk velvet heavily with gold rim threads
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1960s Moroccan Caftans

1960s Vintage Moroccan Velvet Caftan Emerald Green and Gold Thread
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s Vintage Moroccan Velvet Caftan Emerald Green and Gold Thread. Size XXL. This long maxi dress
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Mid-20th Century Maghreb Caftans

1960s Nina Ricci Couture Ruby Velvet Gown & Cape Ensemble W/ Heavy Bead Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Gresham, OR
portrait neckline, fitted "princess" seaming, 3/4 sleeves and a faux Empire waist trimmed in decadent blood
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1960s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Amazing Vintage Caftan, Caramel Velvet and Gold Embroidered, ca. 1960s
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage handmade caftan, caramel color crushed silk velvet heavily with gold rim threads
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Vintage 1960s Moroccan Moorish Collectible Jewelry

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Metallic Thread

Prince Santi Bed by Royal Stranger
By Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Prince santi bed by Royal Stranger Dimensions: D156 x W70 x H88 cm Materials: Sky cotton velvet
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Children's Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Prince Santi Bed by Royal Stranger
Prince Santi Bed by Royal Stranger
H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 61.42 in
Antique 1923 Scottish Sterling Silver Gilt Medallion
By George Edward & Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Glasgow opened by HRH the Princess Mary Viscountess Lascelles 1923'. The raised rim is further ornamented
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Vintage 1920s British Historical Memorabilia

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Jean-Marc Nattier (1685 - 1766) - Portrait of Charlotte de Hesse-Rheinfels
By Jean-Marc Nattier
Located in PARIS, FR
sleeves, the neckline of her dress reveals her bare throat. The ermine coat lined with blue velvet is
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1730s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Large and Ornate Silver Table Mirror, a Royal Wedding Gift
By Benzie Cowes
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
abundance of classical motifs couched in leafy scrolls. Centred at the top is the coat of arms of Princess
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Antique Late 19th Century Table Mirrors

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Silver

Queen Heart Folding Screen by Royal Stranger
By Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
velvet upholstery framed with stainless steel coated in copper. The Queen heart folding screen
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2010s Portuguese Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Brass

Queen Heart Folding Screen by Royal Stranger
Queen Heart Folding Screen by Royal Stranger
H 78.75 in W 74.81 in D 1.58 in
Queen Adelaide’s Coach Panels
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
large Royal coat of arms flanked by a lion and a unicorn surmounted by a queen’s crown and red velvet
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Antique 1840s English Historical Memorabilia

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Wood

Queen Adelaide’s Coach Panels
Queen Adelaide’s Coach Panels
H 21.25 in W 25 in D 0.1 in
18th century portrait painting of a boy playing with a spinning top on a terrace
Located in Bath, Somerset
Portrait of a young boy, full-length in a blue velvet coat and breeches, standing on a stone
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1740s English School Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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VIVIENNE WESTWOOD black velvet corset, c. 1990s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Genève, CH
- Vivienne Westwood black velvet corset - Internal boning - Back zip fastening - UK 10 - FR 38 - US 6 / a little stretch but fit Small, more as a 34 FR (check measurement)
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1990s British Corsages

RALPH LAUREN Beaded Baby Blue & Cream Tube Top with Sleeves Size XS
By Ralph Lauren Black Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ralph Lauren top is composed of a cream and baby blue cashmere. Features a beaded applique and snow flakes with optional chic sleeves. In excellent condition. **Please cross-re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Sweaters

Luxurious Vintage 2000's Escada Crystal Golden Island Fox Fur Coat
By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible, Opulent Vintage ESCADA by Margaretha Ley Fur Coat circa 2000. This exceptional Vintage Fur Jacket features extremely Plush, thick Pelts of soft Natural Golden island Fox...
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Early 2000s German Coats

S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Cherry Blossom Embroidered Pink Mini Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a jaw-dropping blush-colored Gucci mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this ultra-mini dress debuted on the season's runway as look 4...
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dresses

Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Located in Alford, MA
A rare find, this wedding dress and jacket from the 1930s is made of ivory lace and is in excellent condition. The bias-cut dress has a V-neck and empire bodice and features an allur...
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Size: approximate size 0-2
F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Bodycon Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Austin, TX
F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Dress L/S Black Bodycon Condition: Excellent Viscose & Spandex Made in Italy Bust: 32"-48", Waist: 26"-43", Hips: 36"-56", Length: 44" SIZE: 4...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vivienne Westwood Corset SS 1992 Runway Worn Rare Collectors black lace ICONIC
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
HOLY GRAIL Extremely rare original Vivienne Westwood corset. Spring Summer Collection 1992. Worn on the runway as well as seen on Susie Cave. Black lace mesh corset with signature A...
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1990s British Corsets

A Pierre Balmain Ceremonial Satin Evening Dress Bolero and Purse Circa 1950
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 France Pierre Balmain Paris evening or ceremony dress with matching bolero and purse from the 1950s. Ivory Duchess satin embroidered with white and silver tulbular pearls...
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1950s French Twin Sets

Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown, fw 2008
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black silk faille strapless evening gown ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in boned corset with underwired bra ▪ Oversized draped bow ▪ Narrow floor-length skirt ...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Autumn/Winter 1977 Christian Dior Haute Couture Trench Coat with Fur Collar
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
It really does not get more fabulous then this Christian Dior Couture trench coat from the Autumn/Winter 1977 collection. At the height of her fame, Bianca Jagger was sitting front r...
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1970s French Trench Coats

Stunning Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Fringe Tiara Convertible to Necklace Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique diamond tiara convertible to a necklace, c.1880s, the tiara designed as a relatively short compact fringe which almost gives the impression of a bandeau style tiar...
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Black Silk Velvet Opera Clutch Swing Coat with Balloon Raglan Sleeve – S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Favored in the mid-century because their volume allowed them to be worn over the full-skirted silhouettes of the time, opera coats still appear on modern runways due to their drama a...
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1950s Unknown Swing Coats

Vintage 1951 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Wide-Cuff Swing Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Pierre Balmain Paris black velvet swing coat dating back to his documented 1951 Fall/Winter collection. Pierre Balmain worked under Robert Pigiuet, Molyneux, and Lucian ...
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1950s French Coats

Silver fox jacket with wide sleeves TABAK
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver fox jacket with wide sleeves. Satin lining. Pocket on both side. Hook&eye in the middle front SIZE 44 (Fr) L
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1980s Italian Fur Puffer Coats

A Vintage 1960s Teal Coloured Evening Coat
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage coat for any season. The coat is a wonderful teal colour, in a wool mix with satin lining with detail on the collar and pockets. It is fully lined.
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1960s Unknown Coats

Vintage 1950s Harvey Berin Pale-Pink Lace Illusion & Silk Flounce Cocktail Dress
By Harvey Berin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Absolutely gorgeous Harvey Berin designer cocktail dress dating back to the late 1950's. I'm so in love with that pale blush-pink color! Harvey Berin opened his business in 1921, and...
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

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Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Wool with Velvet Black Coat L/XL, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Houston, TX
This 1970s YSL coat is soft and supple but with the structure and severe sartorial sophistication
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1970s French Overcoats

1950's French stunning swan down and velvet quilted bolero
Located in Newark, DE
Glamorous princess like evening black velvet bolero,circa 1950. Adorned around the collar and
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1950s French Coats

1940's Lilli-Ann Black Wool Velvet Double-Breasted Princess Coat
By Lilli Ann
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, princess skirt finishes the coat with a perfect "femme fatale" vibe. Measurements Bust:34-35 inches
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1940s Coats

Stella Cadante Paris Custom Velvet Single Breasted Princess Style Coat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stella Cadante Paris custom dyed velvet princess style coat. Narrow notched lapel coat closes at
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chesterfield Coats

French Black Velvet and Genuine Fox Fur Belted Princess Coat Jacket, 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking early 1940's A.W.B Boulevard designer coat in the most fabulous black silk-velvet and
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1940s French Coats

1970 Norman Norell Documented Brown Velvet & Ivory-White Mink Fur Princess Coat
By Norman Norell
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
purchase. Compete with hidden side pockets. This rare princess coat is over 40 years old and an investment
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1970s American Coats

BEN ZUCKERMAN c.1950's Brown Velvet Flocked Silk Satin Button Up Princess Coat
By Ben Zuckerman
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Ben Zuckerman New York c.1950's brown velvet flocked silk satin princess coat. Designed by
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1950s American Coats

Chanel crushed velvet pea coat
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Always classic & always in style...Blue crushed velvet pea coat from Chanel…Princess seamed, double
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Late 20th Century French Coats

Krizia Navy Blue Long Velvet Coat
By Krizia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a navy blue light velvet coat by Krizia, from the late 1980's. The coat has hidden buttons
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1980s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Hudson's Black Velvet Diamond Print Coat, Circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage long black velvet coat with a diamond print by Hudson's, from the 1970's. The
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1970s Coats

Pauline Trigere Black Velvet Fox Fur Trim Coat
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
black velvet Opera coat with fox fur trim. Coat Measures: Length: 41"
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1960s American Coats

Emilio Pucci Pink Signature Print Velvet Coat, Circa 1960
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a pink, black, gray, brown, and orange signature print velvet coat or shirt by Emilio Pucci
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1960s Italian Coats and Outerwear

1940's Burgundy Red Chenille-Wool Double Breasted Shawl Collar Princess Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning 1940's couture level coat in the most fabulous burgundy red chenille wool. I love the
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1940s American Coats

Bill Blass Long Orange Crushed Velvet Coat with Fur Cuffs
By Bill Blass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Bill Blass floor length coat dates to the 1970's. The coat is made of orange crushed velvet
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1960s American Coats

Irene Galitzine Velvet and Metallic Ribbon Lattice Coat
By Irene Galitzine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a flashy coat from Irene Gahlzine. It is made of green velvet and silver and gold ribbon
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1960s Italian Topcoats

1930's Metallic Soutache Embroidered Black Silk Velvet Puff-Sleeve Maxi Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. This breathtaking and unbelievable 1930's black silk-velvet coat will make any woman shine during cold
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1930s American Coats

Roberta di Camerino Ruby Red Aztec Design Velvet Coat Size M/L, 1970s
By Roberta Di Camerino, Giuliana Coen Camerino
Located in Munich, DE
This outstanding 1970s Roberta di Camerino coat is made from soft ruby velvet with a beautiful
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1970s Italian Coats

Don Loper Vintage Black & White Check Overcoat w/ Velvet Trim
By Don Loper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
checked loose weave wool fiber with black velvet trim on the collar and cuffs. The lining is black satin
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1950s American Coats

Oscar de la Renta Gray Fox Fur Coat, Circa 1980
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a short gray fox fur coat by Oscar de la Renta, from the 1980's. The coat has an open front
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1980s Coats

Oscar de la Renta Black Quilted Velvet jacket w/ Fur Trim
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fabulous jacket made by Oscar de la Renta. It is made from a quilted black velvet with an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Coats

Bob Mackie Black Velvet Bomber Jacket, Sequin & Beaded, 1980s
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a funky bomber style jacket from Bob Mackie. It is made of black velvet, with ruched satin
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1980s American Bomber Jackets

Bob Mackie 2 pc. Beaded Black Strapless Velvet Gown, Grey Jacket
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fantastic 2 piece dress and jacket ensemble from Bob Mackie. The dress is black velvet
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dress and Coat Ensem...

RICHARD TYLER 8 Champagne Silk Shift Dress & Brown Double Breasted Tuxedo Coat
By Richard Tyler
Located in San Francisco, CA
knee jacket/dress in a ultra soft brown velvet. Double breasted closure at waist with flaps. Large
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1990s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yves Saint Laurent midnight teal taffeta ball gown ensemble. Deep plunging velvet trimmed top with
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1970s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Kaat Tilley Evening Coat, Personal Property of Melanie Griffith
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, velvet detail on the collar, cuff, and hem. This evening coat by Kaat Tilley is available
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20th Century Belgian Dinner Jackets

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1996 JOHN GALLIANO Charcoal Gray Wool Bow Shirt Coat Dress
By Givenchy, John Galliano
Located in Thiensville, WI
Givenchy Couture Autumn / Winter 1996 charcoal gray wool bow shirt / coat dress. Runway look
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1990s French Informal Dresses

Portrait of William Townshend
By Charles Jervas
Located in Bath, Somerset
), three- quarter length, standing in a landscape wearing a red velvet coat and a powdered wig. Inscribed
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18th Century and Earlier Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

A large 16th C. oil on panel of Madeleine de Valois, Queen of Scots (1520-1537)
By Joos van Cleve
Located in London, GB
tournaments; and for his entry into Paris, James wore a coat described as 'sad cramasy velvet slashed all over
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16th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Minimalist Black Velvet Contrast Coat Dress with White Appliqué Collar- S, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
velvet coat dress with contrasting white faille collar and cuffs. Dress features close fitting princess
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1940s Unknown Princess Cut Dresses

Thierry Mugler Vintage Magenta Wool & Angora Princess Coat w Black Velvet Trim
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Portland, OR
flattering princess style silhouette. The rich shade of magenta fabric is a wool and angora blend. The coat
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1980s French Coats

1960's Stunning Sheepskin-Fur & Olive Green Velvet Belted Mod Princess Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous 1960's "Conklin Furs" designer coat in the most fabulous velveteen and genuine sheepskin
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1960s American Coats

1970's Thea Porter Couture Embroidered Print Blue Velvet Fitted Princess Coat
By Thea Porter
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous early "Thea Porter" designer princess coat fashioned in the softest, print sapphire-blue
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1970s English Coats

Revillon Black-Brown Female Mink ¾-Length Fur Princess Coat, Saks – XS-S, 1950s
By Revillon
Located in Tucson, AZ
The mink to end all mink coats, this extraordinary Revillon features a princess silhouette fit for
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1950s French Fur Puffer Coats

Christian Dior Oversized Velvet Down Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
to create a princess effect. There are two large side velvet pockets, with brown silk satin trim
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1980s French Bomber Jackets

1990's Valentino Black Silk & Velvet Winged Sleeve Pleated Swing Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
a perfect example of his vision. The garment is fashioned from rich silk-taffeta with velvet panels
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1990s Italian Capes

Vintage 1978 Givenchy Haute-Couture Gingham Print Silk Princess Coat Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
& white gingham-print metallic accented silk & velvet cutwork coat dress from his 1978 Haute-Couture
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C.1950 Green Velvet Hat With Mouton Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
This adorable C.1950 hat conjures up images of princess coats, muffs and ice skating in the park
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1950s Unknown Hats

17th c. French school, double portrait of French royal family members
Located in PARIS, FR
braid A large garnet velvet coat falls behind his back: held by his left arm and covering his knees. His
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Late 17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Harvey Berin Vintage 2 pc. Black Taffeta Dress & Jacket Set
By Harvey Berin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. It is made of a structured taffeta fabric and has velvet and beaded accents on both the dress and the
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1940s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage 1950s Black Silk Velvet Lilli Ann Princess Coat
By Lilli Ann
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
Vintage 1950's Coat * black silk velvet * stitched shawl collar * waist button closure
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1950s Coats

Vintage 1950's Black Wool Rhinestone Buckle Princess Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's coat * black wool * silk velvet trim * rhinestone accented buckle * front
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1950s Coats and Outerwear

Vintage 1960's Platinum Mink and Fox Princess Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1960's coat * luxurious platinum mink * entire coat is made of tiny scalloped pieces
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1960s Coats and Outerwear

Maria Monica Gallenga Stenciled Silk Velvet & Silk Chiffon Coat with Beaded Trim
By Gallenga
Located in New Hope, PA
married an Italian Prince and became the Princess Boncampagni. Black silk velvet is hand stenciled with
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1920s Italian Coats

Vintage 1950s Fit Flare Princess Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s coat * black rayon faille * velvet collar * rope embroidered collar * pockets
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Spencer - Churchill Silver Gilt R & S Garrard of London Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
with a stunning red velvet. The Spencer-Churchill coat of arms is inlaid on the top of the box
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Antique 19th Century Boxes

Fall 2008 Alexander McQueen Runway Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Rockwood, ON
self-imagined fantasy of crinolined princesses and British-colonial romance of such beauty, it arguably
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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Early 19th Century English Oil Portrait Painting of a Gentleman and a Young Boy.
Located in London/Yorkshire, GB
fashionable stock and dark frock coat. In comparison, the young blonde plump boy sports a wine red velvet
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Early 1800s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

1950s Lilli Ann Black Mohair, Wool, and Velvet Blocked Princess Coat
By Lilli Ann
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful mohair wool blend and velvet princess coat by Lilli Ann. This coat features an
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1950s American Coats

Schiaparelli Mink Princess Stole, 1950s
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Phoenix, AZ
with a single hidden hook front closure and velvet trim. Wonderful supple skins item always cold-stored
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1950s French Stoles

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Velvet Princess Coat For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary velvet princess coat you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Pink and more. If you’re looking for a velvet princess coat from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. An accessory like this designed by Lilli Ann, Ben Zuckerman and Norman Norell — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

How Much is a Velvet Princess Coat?

On average, a velvet princess coat on 1stDibs sells for $640, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $3,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Velvet Princess Coat
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term princess coat gets its name from the distinctive seams that run vertically over the bust, one down each side. In the late 1930s, these coats featured a more fitted skirt but as time went on they became more full-skirted. Shop a collection of princess coats from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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