Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is good though the jacket has been altered on the side and back seams, noticeable in the lining. There is negligible soiling under the arms in the lining and there are soiled spots on the top of the collar near the front openings and light soiling along the necklines. There is a soiled spot on the front left lapel below the neckline and near the left hemline. The knit portions have noticeable pilling but no holes. The pants have been let out along the waist and high hip.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good structurally though the leather has a white residue and the belt buckle has some silver-tone missing. There is light soiling under the arms in the lining and there is a faint spot on the front right opening just below the attached belt.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is good though there are alterations made along the waist band and is most noticeable in the lining, and upper hip. Ribbon laces are starting to discolor from age.
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