Antique Victorian Mourning Shawl Ring Knit Wool with Hairpin Edges vintage cardigan sweater Back - 41 as it

Back - 41 as it dips slightly longer at the back

six button double breasted front

It is bordered with black silk that is embroidered with blue

is unsigned

The three pieces are made of black wool

Antique Victorian Mourning Shawl Ring Knit Wool with Hairpin Edges vintage cardigan sweater Back - 41 as itThis is an intricately constructed shawl, rather unique in its design, with hand knit intersecting rings in wool in combination with hairpin lace like edges. I have provided a number of close up photos of the work it is quite impressive. I believe that this would have been worn by someone mourning the death of a loved one during the Victorian age. Sizing: The shawl is rectangular in shape, measuring 46 by 52, including the protruding edge shapes.