Medici Belt Maroon Velveteen Black Trim Lined 32" Woman's Civil War Reproduction

Description

Reproduction Civil War Era Medici Belt with a single point.  The pictures do no show the deep maroon shade of the velveteen. The first picture is closest but not exact on my screen.
The belt is 32" when buttoned closed. The sides are about 2 3/4" wide, the center point is 4" tall. It can be worn with the point up or down.  Be sure to consider the size of your waist with all of your many layers when you determine the size you need. Also remember the placement of the buttons can also be moved for a better fit.
The belt is made of
deep maroon 100% cotton velveteen.
It is lined with a changeable maroon to black satin.  It closes at the back with two antiqued gold colored metal buttons with a horse and rider jumping a fence design. The belt decorated with an intricate black cotton lace floral motifs. It would be a simple matter to turn the belt and covering the closure by pinning on a large ribbon bow to give the belt a  totally different look.
Dry clean only.
"Civil War era women and teen girls wore belts over their bodices and skirts to help emphasize the waistline.  Belts also helped to hide the join between the bodice and skirt.  Most of the belts were made for show and were meant to be seen.  Ladies made belts out of many different fabrics.  The were made from:  silks, satin, velvet, brocades and tapestry fabrics as well as cottons, linens and wool.  Often the belt was used as a showpiece of the ladies handiwork.  Women would spend hours working up intricate designs in needlework, bead-work or braid work."
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I am happy to combine shipping on multiple items. Thanks for looking and Happy eBaying!