{"product_id":"c-1870-white-fabric-boots","title":"c. 1870 White Fabric Boots","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFabulous white fabric boots c. late 1860s to very early 1870s (my best estimate is around 1870) with bows and buckles on the toes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe details on these boots are really wonderful! I love the scalloped top edge and the ivy leaf and vine design on the buckles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince these are fabric rather than leather, and white, I think it's likely these were worn as a summer shoe. They're rather fancy and still in very good condition, so I would image they were for special occasions. Some minor wear to the soles indicate they were at least worn once or twice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTheir small size could indicate they were for a younger woman, but I don't think they are necessarily children's shoes, as they do appear to be in the same style as other women's extant shoes from the time period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhite kid leather covered heels and leather soles.\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\"\u003e8 1\/2\" insole length\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2 3\/8\" wide, measured across the bottom of the shoe at the ball of the foot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8\" circumference, measured around the outside of the shoe at the same spot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1 1\/2\" heel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e9 1\/2\" tall\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\"\u003eBest for study or display.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovely condition for their age with expected age-related wear and some minor flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSome discoloration\/staining throughout, and some of the soft leather is peeling off of the heels.\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":49973558149370,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_4700.jpg?v=1785698084","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1870-white-fabric-boots","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}