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Rare antique silk knitted lace lappet from approximately 18th or early 19th century. Exceptional example of early hand-knitted silk lace. Description: Cream/ecru fine silk thread Hand-knitted lace in delicate openwork pattern Long narrow lappet form with scalloped edges Geometric mesh and decorative motifs Approximately 40" long  (based on ruler) Laid on white fabric backing for preservation Shows significant age and fragilityStyle & Era: 18th-early 19th century - Lappets were long streamers or pendants that hung from women's caps or headdresses during the Georgian and early Victorian periods (1700s-early 1800s). These delicate accessories were status symbols showing wealth and refinement. Hand-knitted silk lappets are exceptionally rare survivors, as the delicate silk has typically deteriorated over 200+ years. This piece represents extraordinary textile craftsmanship from the 1700s-early 1800s. Condition: Fragile antique condition appropriate for 200+ year old silk. This is a museum-quality study piece. Perfect for serious textile historians, 18th century costume scholars, museum collections, or Georgian era enthusiasts. Exceptional rarity! Sold as-is in fragile antique condition - museum/study piece only