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A Two-Piece British Fire Service Dress Uniform by Turner Virgo, Jacket and Trousers 34” Waist

Lot 5: A Two-Piece British Fire Service Dress Uniform by Turner Virgo, Jacket and Trousers 34” Waist

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Estimated price: £20 - £40

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A two-piece service uniform comprising a jacket/tunic and a matching pair of trousers, manufactured by Turner Virgo in the U.K. The garments are executed in a black or very dark wool or wool blend fabric. The jacket is designed in a tailored, four-pocket style featuring notch lapels and a black synthetic lining. The jacket includes an integral fabric belt secured by a silver-tone buckle. Insignia includes a ribbon bar of red and yellow stripes affixed to the left breast. The shoulder epaulets bear silver wire embroidered rank rosettes, two visible per side, secured by silver-tone buttons. These buttons are embossed with a rose motif, likely the Tudor Rose, suggesting British service provenance. The interior features a woven label reading PROFESSIONAL WEAR BY TURNER VIRGO MADE IN U.K. The accompanying trousers are of matching material and are confirmed to be approximately 34” waist.