Antique Victorian Mourning Shawl Ring Knit Wool with Hairpin Edges 50s NY dress like a halter style

like a halter style

and diagonal pockets at the sides

The contents appear to be complete - all of the other patterns from the same lady have been complete

This is a vintage silk scarf that is unused

Antique Victorian Mourning Shawl Ring Knit Wool with Hairpin Edges 50s NY dress like a halter styleThis 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.