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Shoes, 1840

Leather

Men's black patent leather court shoes. These shoes were formal wear worn for state occasions and balls. These are fastened with a buckle and latchets. Latchets are the top part of the shoe extended to form straps onto which a buckle is fastened.

TWMCS: D5890

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