Authentic vintage 1945 boys? suspenders (braces) featuring striped elastic with patented brass clips (Patent No. 2382658, issued in 1945). Narrow " width, about 19" long, with a distinctive triangle accent piece at the back. Still very stretchy and functional ? a rare survivor of children?s accessories from the World War II / immediate postwar era. Condition Very good vintage condition. Elastic retains stretch, brass clips functional, light age patina consistent with age. Provenance Note Patent No. 2382658 was issued in 1945, placing these suspenders firmly in the mid-1940s. Children?s suspenders were an everyday staple of wartime/postwar dress, rarely preserved in wearable condition, making this pair a collectible piece of fashion history. Style Aesthetics ? WWII era boyswear ? Collectible workwear costuming (Empire of the Sun, A Christmas Story) ? Sustainable antique accessory Styling Tips / Usage Perfect for historical costuming or reenactment (1940s schoolboy, wartime youth). Could appear in films like Empire of the Sun or The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. A charming addition to vintage children?s clothing displays or Americana collections. Measurements Width: " Length: 19" Material: Elastic with brass hardware, leather connector triangle Approx. Modern Size Best fits vintage boys? sizes (likely ages 6?10). Fabric / Materials Elastic, brass patent clips, leather accent. Sustainability Note Sustainably antique ? nearly 80 years old, preserved outside of fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!