~ Victorian Grenadier Guards Captains Frock Coat ~
The coat is made of the very dark navy blue fine wool with black braid decoration to the chest.
The jacket front has hook and clip fittings.
The shoulder boards are decorated with braid and a covered button.
Its collar is finely decorated with the braid as is the back section.
Its cuffs are heavily decorated with intricate design indicating the rank of captain.
The lining is made of black silk.
There are no labels or other indication regarding the maker or the owner of the coat.
~ Dimensions ~
The length of the coat is 45 inches (114.4 cm), the waist measures 17 inches (43.2 cm) across, the width from shoulder to shoulder is 17 inches (43.2 cm) and the sleeve length is 25 inches (63.5 cm).
It is approximately a size 38 inch chest.
It weighs 2 kg.
~ Condition ~
The overall condition of the coat is good. There is an un-stitched section on the back near the left sleeve, but is easy to fix because the fabric is not damaged. Areas of the braid are loose. There are no moth holes. The front straps have been cut short.
The lining remains very good with minimum service wear, as seen in the images.