{"product_id":"c-1890s-1900s-cycling-boots","title":"c. 1890s-1900s Cycling Boots","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese gorgeous boots date from around the turn of the century, c. 1890s-early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack leather with diamond toe stitching and scalloped top edge. These tall lace up boots were likely sold as cycling boots, and I have included some ads from the era (1897 and 1898) showing very similar styles advertised for this purpose. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCycling became a popular sport for women in the 1890s, causing a surge in cycling related fashion, including specialized cycling outfits, skirts and bloomers, boots, and even corsets designed for this new sport. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI have included some ads in the photographs from the era (1898 and 1900) showing very similar styles advertised for this purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery fitted, they follow the curve of ankle and calf and are made of a thin, flexible leather.\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\"\u003eMarked with some numbers inside, but it's unclear what size is indicated. I believe the first number is 23. However, the measurements indicate these are an approximate US ladies' size 5. Please check the measurements and go by those!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e9\" sole length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3\" wide measured from the bottom at the ball of the foot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e15.5\" 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 a collector, for study or display. Wearable with extra care for a photo shoot (but I wouldn’t recommend for anything else). In very good condition but the leather is thin and old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSome scuffs and wear to the leather.\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\"\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\"\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\"\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\"\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":49973567422714,"sku":null,"price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_6747.jpg?v=1785698296","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1890s-1900s-cycling-boots","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}