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1940S Peach Nylon
Lace Hand Finished Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Nylon & Lace Hand Finished Slip Dress
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s 15.23 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1940's dress ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer
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1940s Unknown Art Deco 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late Art Deco Opal and Diamond Dress Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
centre
Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum
Age: 1940s
Size: O
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1940s Unknown Art Deco 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
1940s Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Art Deco 0.62 carat sapphire and 0.33 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold dress
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Retro Dress Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Centered by a collet set round shape cabochon cut emerald weighing approximately 2.5 cts to a calibre cut emerald side rows and rose cut diamond set borders.
Mounted in platinum a...
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1940s Italian 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
1940S Peach Bias Cut Silk
Lace Trim Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Bias Cut Silk & Lace Trim Slip Dress
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Bias Negligee Slip Dress with Powder Puff Print
Located in New York, NY
1940s Bias Negligee Slip Dress with Powder Puff Print
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Rare 1940s Cold Rayon Asian Printed Robe Wrap dress
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1940s Cold Rayon Asian Printed Robe
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s 2.34 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the interior of the shank with the mark for 18k gold (18CT).
This impressive vintage dress ring is
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1940S White
Pink Rayon Bias Cut Floral Slip Dress Negligee
Located in New York, NY
1940S White & Pink Rayon Bias Cut Floral Slip Dress Negligee
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Pastel Light Green Rayon Satin Bias Negligee Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Pastel Light Green Rayon Satin Bias Negligee Slip Dress
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Cotton
Lace Floral Print Slip Dress With Swing Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1940S Cotton & Lace Floral Print Slip Dress With Swing Skirt
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Mens Omega cal 30SCT2 14k Gold Manual Wind Dress Watch 1940s Vintage NA118
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Omega cal 30SCT2 manual wind dress watch, c.1940s, in
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1940s Swiss 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Omega cal 30SCT2 14k Gold Manual Wind Dress Watch 1940s Vintage NA118B
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Omega cal 30SCT2 manual wind dress watch, c.1940s, in
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1940s Swiss 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s 10.72 Carat Aquamarine and White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1940s 10.72 carat aquamarine and 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mens Omega cal 28 18k Gold Manual Wind Dress Watch 1940s Swiss Vintage RA407
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Omega manual wind dress watch, c.1940s in excellent working
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1940s Swiss 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
18k Gold
1940S Peach Floral Rayon Satin Bias Cut Negligée Slip Dress XL
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Floral Rayon Satin Bias Cut Negligée Slip Dress XL
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s 3.31 Carat Sapphire and 1.25 Carat Diamond, Platinum Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
mark(dog's head).
This vintage 1940's cluster ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading
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1940s French 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
1940s Van Cleef
Arpels Diamond Gold Bracelet with Removable Dress Clips
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and diamond bracelet with a pair of scrolling two-color gold removable dress clips on
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1940s French Retro 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
1940S Baby Blue Bias Cut Nylon Slip Dress With Cream Lace Trim
Located in New York, NY
1940S Baby Blue Bias Cut Nylon Slip Dress With Cream Lace Trim
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Navy, Lime Green
Purple Rayon Floral Printed Dress With Taffeta Hem
Located in New York, NY
1940S Navy, Lime Green & Purple Rayon Floral Printed Dress With Taffeta Hem
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Cream Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress Made From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940S Cream Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress Made From Paris
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Baby Pink Hand Embroidered Silk Charmeuse Bias Cut Slip Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940S Baby Pink Hand Embroidered Silk Charmeuse Bias Cut Slip Dress From Paris
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Peach Bias Cut Rayon Slip Dress With Elastic Side Panels For Fit
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Bias Cut Rayon Slip Dress With Elastic Side Panels For Fit
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Blush Pink Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse Slip Dress With Puff Sleeves
Lace
Located in New York, NY
1940S Blush Pink Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse Slip Dress With Puff Sleeves & Lace
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Peach Bias Cut Rayon Slip Dress With Elastic Side Panels For Fit
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Bias Cut Rayon Slip Dress With Elastic Side Panels For Fit
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Ivory Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Bias Cut Mini Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Ivory Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Bias Cut Mini Slip Dress
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Creme Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Satin Appliqués
Located in New York, NY
1940S Creme Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Satin Appliqués
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Ivory Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Couture Slip Dress With Satin
Located in New York, NY
1940S Ivory Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Couture Slip Dress With Satin Appliqués
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s French 3.62 Carat Citrine and 1.23 Carat Diamond, Platinum Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 3.62 carat golden citrine and 1.23 carat diamond dress ring, crafted in
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1940s French 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
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Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
1940S Ivory Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Floral Appliqués
Emb
Located in New York, NY
1940S Ivory Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Floral Appliqués & Embroidery
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Creme Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Sewn Slip Dress Made In France
Located in New York, NY
1940S Creme Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Sewn Slip Dress Made In France
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Baby Blue Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Appliqué Flowers &
Located in New York, NY
1940S Baby Blue Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Appliqué Flowers & Bows
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Ivory Bias Cut Rayon Knee Length Slip Dress With Unique High Lace Necklin
Located in New York, NY
1940S Ivory Bias Cut Rayon Knee Length Slip Dress With Unique High Lace Neckline & No Sideseams
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s 0.78 Carat Emerald and 0.28 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum (18 CT PLAT).
This impressive gemstone dress ring is supplied with an independent diamond
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1940s Unknown Art Deco 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Printed Wrap Around Dress
Located in London, GB
A fun printed dress, from the 1940s. The dress has a cut away neckline, short sleaves, a wrap over
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940
s Crochet Swing Dress
Located in Geneva, CH
Amazing and colorful 1940's dress entirely made in crochet. The volume of crochet work is
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940
s Silk Velvet Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
Exquisite 1940's soft, silk velvet dress in a lovely shade of dusty blue with bronze undertones
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Vintage 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A super stylish vintage dress from the 1940s. In a light brown colour the dress has a v neckline
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Floral Crepe Peplum Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
A floral maxi dress, done with that distinct 1940s elegance and would work well for both day and
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Vintage 1940s Summer Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty dress from the 1940s in pastel colours. The dress has a button opening at the back and
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Crepe Paisley Print Dress
Located in London, GB
A rare find, this beautiful paisley print dress from the 1940’s features three gorgeous beaded
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Grey Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
Lovely and quintessentially 1940s rayon day dress with multi-coloured floral print on a grey
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Peach Printed Crepe Dress
Located in London, GB
A unique and very rare design, this pale peach crepe dress features a large paisley print in grey
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940
s Manguin Cream Dress with Pleated Skirt and Bow Detail
By Lucile Manguin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's Lucile Manguin Haute Couture silk crepe dress. Domed shoulders, fitted waist, micro pleated
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1940s French 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Crepe Dress with Farm Scenes
Located in London, GB
A really fun but still elegant 1940s crepe day dress with an unusual novelty farm scene print in
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Black Femme Fatale Draped Dress
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully draped black dress. Deep v surplice neckline. Long sleeves.
Long draped fabric at the
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940
s Beige and Floral Shirtwaist Dress with Belt
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beige rayon shirtwaist dress from the 1940's. The dress has an all over delicate print of green
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940
s Emerald Green
Gray Wool Knit Dress With Micro Pleating
Scarf
Located in Atlanta, GA
This versatile emerald green and gray wool knit dress by Debby of California has lovely details
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Franklin Fashion Designer Sheer Back Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black 1940s dress from notable fashion shop of it's time Franklin's with a black sheer
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Vintage Blue
White Hand Crochet Dress + Belt
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1940s hand crocheted dress and matching belt with pockets and buttons.
Details
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940s Vintage Black Dress with Celery Green Sash
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1940s dress with darling puff sleeves and a celery green sash.
Details:
Unlined
Side
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1940s American 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940
s Pink Pencil Shaving Print Jersey Dress With Wrap Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1940's Pink Pencil Shaving Print Jersey Dress With Wrap Skirt
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1920s-1940s Sheer Cotton Floral Embroidered Boho Folk Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920s-1940s Sheer Cotton Floral Embroidered Boho Folk Dress
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
Vintage 1940s Red Polka Dot Dress with Frill Trim
Located in London, GB
A pretty polka dot dress from the 1940s.
The dress has a white collar, short sleeves , threee
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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Tropical Printed Rayon Cheongsam Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Tropical Printed Rayon Cheongsam Dress
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1940s 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
1940S Black Silk Bias
Net Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Silk Bias & Net Dress
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1940s Vintage Dress Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of 1940s vintage dress dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black 1940s vintage dress dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Brown and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding appealing 1940s vintage dress dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Adrian, Gilbert Adrian and Claire McCardell each produced popular versions that are worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.
How Much are 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses?
Prices for 1940s vintage dress dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $64 and can go as high as $225,050, while these items, on average, fetch $695.
Finding the Right Clothing for You
Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.
From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement.
For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures.
Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond.
And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship.
Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods.
The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.
Questions About 1940s Vintage Dress Dresses
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if a dress is vintage, look at the labels inside. By researching the maker and looking at images of the brand's other designs, you may be able to estimate the age of your dress. The label may even have a date printed on it. Generally, clothing must be at least 20 years old to qualify as vintage. If you need assistance dating your clothing, a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or vintage clothing reseller, can help. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell how old a vintage dress is, use trusted online resources to conduct research. Start by searching for labels that identify the maker. Then, consult online information and images to determine when the brand produced pieces similar to yours. If you run into any problems or would like assistance, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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