The pattern on this fukuro obi is split into three sections.
Length (Patterned Section 1): 13cm (5")
Length (Blank Section): 87cm (34")
Length (Patterned Section 2): 76cm (30")
Length (Blank Section): 29cm (11")
Length (Patterned Section 3): 60cm (23.5")
Length (Blank Section): 178cm (70")
Total Length: 444cm (174.5")
Width: 31cm (12")
Age:
Before 2003
Fabric Quality:
Silk, metallic threading, pieces of holographic plastic, slightly stiff, textured
C - Groupings of small age stain spots focused on the main visible sections, light folding from use.
Cleaning:
Dry Clean Only!
Air outside on a dry day a couple times a year.
Quality Rank (Outer Fabric):
S = Near Mint Condition, No signs of aging, staining, or wear.
A = A very small amount of staining or aging can be seen, such as one or two age spots.
B = Signs of use and a few small stains or many tiny stains (such as dots from aging).
C = Stains are easy to spot, large, and/or numerous, and may contrast heavily with the fabric.
D = Holes or very large stains. Significant signs of aging and use may also be seen.
E = Salvage only.
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