Lot 214
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A fine Pearly King's costume, comprising coat, waistcoat, trousers and cap of black wool decorated overall with mother of pearl buttons, the back of the coat worked with the insignia of the Prince of Wales crowned, the pockets with the Union Flag - late 19th century
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A fine Pearly King's costume, comprising coat, waistcoat, trousers and cap of black wool decorated overall with mother of pearl buttons, the back of the coat worked with the insignia of the Prince of Wales crowned, the pockets with the Union Flag - late 19th century

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A fine Pearly King's costume, comprising coat, waistcoat, trousers and cap of black wool decorated overall with mother of pearl buttons, the back of the coat worked with the insignia of the Prince of Wales crowned, the pockets with the Union Flag - late 19th century
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Lot Essay

This is the traditional gala costume worn by the Costermongers in the East End of London. It is rare to find such a fine early example

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