British WWI Coat, Warm, Mounted Services & Bonus Overcoat Lot

This distinctive pattern coat was introduced during the war.  It differed from the issue greatcoats; shorter in length and featuring a double-breasted front closure.  This example has British general service buttons, of which two coat size and both epaulette buttons are missing.  It has clearly seen extensive service, as the back of the collar is thoroughly infused with the grime of the unwashed, though with the exception of a torn pocket corner the coat itself shows little damage.  Mostly just soil and pet hair, as it was clearly somebody's favorite sleepy spot at some point in the chain of custody (we did our best to remove as much of that as possible.)  Interior has a full-length off white wool flannel lining which is torn in several spots and heavily stained; has purple laundry pen name "PLATT" at the skirt and numerals in the upper portion.  The collar has become separated from the lining in several places due to weak stitching.  

Lot also includes an unlined khaki wool overcoat with British general service buttons; interior has combined white and light olive facings and pockets, marked with a New York costume company stamp.  $150 - $250