{"title":"Vintage Clothing \u0026 Footwear","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage clothing and footwear, with individual measurements, condition details and photographs for each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-womens-black-leather-riding-boots-9-5-c-tall-equestrian","title":"Vintage 1970s Womens Black Leather Riding Boots 9.5 C Tall Equestrian","description":"Vintage 1970s Women’s Black Leather Riding Boots – Size 9½ C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautiful pair of tall black leather equestrian riding boots dating to the mid-1970s, based on original newspapers found stuffed inside from 1977.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are traditional pull-on English field\/dress riding boots made from exceptionally soft, high-quality leather. The leather has aged beautifully and remains supple with a rich sheen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Women’s size 9½ C (stamped inside)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Tall English riding style\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Pull-on design (no zipper)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Leather soles with stitched construction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Low stacked heel with rubber top lift\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Interior stamp: 9½ C \/ 16 \/ 578 \/ 685\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Likely British or American equestrian maker (no brand marked)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShaft height: 19”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeel height: 1”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalf circumference: 14”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootbed length: 10”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasured with boot standing naturally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interior stamping suggests workshop or last numbers typical of mid-century custom or semi-custom riding boots. It was common for higher-end equestrian boots of this era to be unbranded and made through saddleries or riding shops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeather remains soft and flexible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHonest creasing from wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoles show normal use but have plenty of life remaining.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo cracking, dry rot, or structural issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are not fashion boots — they were made for actual riding and built to last decades. Comparable modern handmade riding boots retail well over $800 today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautiful example of authentic mid-1970s equestrian craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease review photos for full condition details and measurements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoots will be carefully packed to preserve shaft shape during shipping.","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67662846787860,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1465\/9604\/files\/f38541cf-80c1-4b10-a695-91a7e58d1644.jpg?v=1791750502"}],"url":"https:\/\/needleworkfarmhouse.com\/collections\/vintage-clothing-footwear.oembed","provider":"Needlework Farmhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}