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The reason why duster coats are called duster coats relates to their original purpose. When first developed during the 19th century, dusters helped men and women keep dust and dirt off of their clothing when they were on horseback. You'll find a variety of duster coats on 1stDibs.
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Vintage Indian Silk Organza Duster Coat
Located in London, GB
A terribly pretty vintage silk organza duster coat . The coat is in a pretty pale pink colour
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1970s Indian Coats and Outerwear
A Vintage 1960s Gold Saint Duster Coat by Carnegie
By Carnegie
Located in London, GB
A great vintage duster coat for Spring /Summer. This gold satin coat has an embroidered collar, is
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1950s Unknown Coats and Outerwear
Vintage Dickens and Jones Black Crepe Duster Coat
Located in London, GB
A great vintage crepe duster coat by Dickens and Jones. The coat has pintuck details on the
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1950s British Coats and Outerwear
Anna Sui Duster Coat in Pale Lemon
By Anna Sui
Located in London, GB
A pretty duster coat in a pale lemon colour by Anna Sui. The coat has a cut out leaf print, with
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2010s American Jackets
1970s Emanuel Ungaro Forest Green Silk Duster Coat w Red Feathered Fox Lining
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Emanuel Ungaro forest green silk duster coat with red feathered fox fur lining. Cuffs are
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1970s French Raincoats
1970s Jean Damien Couture Black Velvet Metallic Duster Coat
Located in London, GB
A show-stopper of a jacket, this late 1960s to early 1970s duster coat is the perfect throw-on
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