Lot 8
8
A gentleman's waistcoat of red wool broad cloth, front opening with high neckline fastening with buttons from collar to waist with splits to each side and back, elaborately embroidered in gilt threads and applied with sequins featuring scrolling foliage and shell motifs to front opening, pocket flaps, pockets and front hemline, the buttons covered with metal threads, lined with wool and linen, some moth damage, all over surface discolouration, some wear, circa 1740
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A gentleman's waistcoat of red wool broad cloth, front opening with high neckline fastening with buttons from collar to waist with splits to each side and back, elaborately embroidered in gilt threads and applied with sequins featuring scrolling foliage and shell motifs to front opening, pocket flaps, pockets and front hemline, the buttons covered with metal threads, lined with wool and linen, some moth damage, all over surface discolouration, some wear, circa 1740

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A gentleman's waistcoat of red wool broad cloth, front opening with high neckline fastening with buttons from collar to waist with splits to each side and back, elaborately embroidered in gilt threads and applied with sequins featuring scrolling foliage and shell motifs to front opening, pocket flaps, pockets and front hemline, the buttons covered with metal threads, lined with wool and linen, some moth damage, all over surface discolouration, some wear, circa 1740
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis This lot is subject to Collection and Storage charges
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