Medium Rose Superfine Kersey
Kersey cloth originated in Kersey, England where the wool was spun as large gauge yarns. The wools used were of local and often inferior grades even to the point of containing noils. The cloth made was a cheap, twilled, and lightly fulled wool much in demand, especially among the lower socioeconomic levels for its ability to shed water, keep out the cold, and wear well. It quickly became an export, and was it was popular for use in overcoats, uniforms and other utilitarian garments; it was also used in home furnishings and draperies.
- This Medium Rose Superfine Kersey is superfine with a double weave, and a diagonal twill pattern, with a soft brushed finish on one side
- It is well suited for jackets, coats, bound capes, and winter traveling suits.
- 80% Wool, 20% Polyester; 61 inches wide.
- 14.5 oz per sq yard, 492.2 grams per sq meter
