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IMPERIAL SERGE [1 record]

Record 1 2003-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
  • Wool Industry
CONT

[Imperial cloth is a] coating fabric of fine worsted in twill weave. Imperial serge is similar, but softer and looser woven. Both are firm, durable clothes, usually dyed navy blue, and used for coats, capes, and if shower-proofed for raincoats.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
  • Industrie lainière
DEF

Serge de laine fine.

Spanish

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