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# Rare Time-Capsule Vintage 1970s Char Hand-Painted Leather & Suede JacketUp for sale is an incredibly rare, museum-quality collector’s piece from the iconic 1970s brand, **Char (crafted in Mexico)**. Purchased originally by its sole owner in **1976**, this jacket has been stored in a closet for 50 years. I carefully conditioned to maintain its suppleness and is in beautiful, structurally sound, and highly wearable condition. It has minor age flaws. No rios or tears. The jacket features a stunning combination of honey-toned leather and rich suede panels, tied together with intricate, hand-done whipstitching along the seams, hem, and dramatic dagger collar. The front placket and back panels are beautifully adorned with vibrant, hand-painted floral motifs in warm shades of orange, yellow, and green.### Item Details:
* **Brand:** Char (Features authentic \"Hecho en México\" stamp and original bird logo tag)
* **Era:** 1970s (Purchased 1976)
* **Condition:** Excellent vintage condition. Leather is supple and strong. Very few flaws. Any minor natural variations in the hide or paint are characteristic of its hand-crafted, artisan nature.
* **Size:** Marked Vintage Size 6. Fits like a modern XXS to XS. Please see exact flat measurements below to ensure a proper fit, as vintage sizing runs significantly smaller than modern sizing.### Flat Measurements (Approximate):
* **Pit-to-Pit:** 16 inches (Best for a 30\"-32\" bust)
* **Waist:** 13 inches across (Best for a 26\" waist or smaller)
* **Arm Length (Underside seam):** 17 inches
* **Shoulder-to-Hem Length:** 16 inches
* **Across Back (Shoulder to Shoulder):** 15 inches### Shipping & Seller Policies:
* **Shipping:** Will be shipped fully insured with signature confirmation required upon delivery to protect both buyer and seller. Safely packed to prevent creasing.
* **Returns:** Sold AS-IS / No Returns due to the rare, vintage nature of this collector\'s item. Please review all photos and measurements carefully before purchasing. Feel free to message with any questions!
