1770's Woolen Frock Coat - Short Collar | Green 1812shiftsstays The cotton twill ties are

The cotton twill ties are sturdy and easy to tie

this waistcoat is a practical and authentic layer that reflects the style and sensibility of the early 19th century

Unfolded it is 19" long

Unclasped it is 16

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1770's Woolen Frock Coat - Short Collar | Green 1812shiftsstays The cotton twill ties areTo cut a clean and proper silhouette, the front of the 1770s version of the frock coat curved out over the belly, then began to recurve back over the waist and terminating in skirts that had two deep pleats in front and one or two pleats in back, with the line of the pleats approximating the line of the front edge. The most common features of the 1770s frock coat replicated here are the presence of a rounded cape collar, and a center back lapover.