Box with a pair of women's stockings
Clothes for Women
Inventory number
2026.2.22.5ae.CW.UN.C1955.GB
Author:
Howard Ford and Co (British 1922-2014)
Description
"Bear Brand" pair of fine gauge nylon fully fashioned seamed stockings in cellophane inner wrap and printed cardboard packaging
The term “fine gauge” refers to the dense, delicate knit structure characteristic of high-quality post-war nylon hosiery, prized for its smooth appearance and refined finish.
Materials
Nylon
Cellophane
Cardboard
Paper
Origin
1955 – 1965
England, United Kingdom