UNUSED but SHOP SOILED.
These garments are unsold shop stock, from around the 1930s.
Some of them still have their old hand-written price stickers attached, complete with the £sd price.
They have been properly stored in the shop, and are in fairly good condition, as you can see.
There is no major damage to the fabric, but they are badly discoloured/faded where they have been exposed to the light (storage marks/age spots), as shown.
This may be improved a little in the wash, but is very unlikely to come out completely.
The shorts are therefore more suitable for nostalgic/historical interest, rather than for normal use.
They might be useful as authentic period theatre or film costumes - particularly for a muddy scene!
In view of their age, the garments will need to be hand-washed before use, and treated carefully.
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