{"product_id":"c-1830s-corded-corset","title":"c. 1830s Corded Corset","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScarce and beautiful early 19th century corded corset circa 1830s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCotton and hand sewn. No boning but there is a channel for a busk down the center front (busk not included). Beautiful, intricate cording for structure and stability as well as a pleasing aesthetic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCenter back lacing with some hand sewn eyelets, some metal eyelets, and two bone eyelets. The metal\/bone eyelets are possibly later additions, though I have read that metal eyelets on corsets appeared as early as the late 1820s, so it is also possible some of the original metal or bone eyelets fell out and were repaired by hand. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe original laces have long gone but I have added some cotton cord for the back lacing and the shoulder straps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA fabulous example of an early corset!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasured with no gap between the laces. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e32\" bust\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e22.5\" waist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e35\" hip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e15.5\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApprox 1.25\" busk opening; the channel is slightly larger, about 1.5\" wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovely condition overall for her age with some minor flaws to note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight discoloration throughout, yellowing from age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the eyelets are hand sewn while others are metal and two are bone; these may be replacements or it is possible some of the original metal or bone eyelets fell out and were repaired by hand\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeveral tiny mends, a couple of larger mends, as shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructurally quite sound and in sturdy condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough this piece has held up extremely well, I wouldn't recommend it for wearing due to age and scarcity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973557297402,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_1724.jpg?v=1785698038","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1830s-corded-corset","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}