Original Soviet USSR Army Captain\'s Wool Greatcoat Cold War Pre-1980 For Sale

Original Soviet Army Captain\'s Wool Greatcoat – Cold War Era – Pre-1980

An historic Soviet military officer\'s wool overcoat, believed to date from the 1960s–1970s, complete with shoulder boards, collar insignia and matching belt.

An interesting example of Cold War militaria with a personal history dating back to approximately 1980.

This coat was acquired by my friend while travelling in Turkey around 1980.

According to her recollection, she obtained it directly from a soldier in exchange for food, in a town near the border which was known for a famous monastery.

Unfortunately, she no longer remembers the town\'s name, although the story of the exchange has been retained with the coat ever since.

The soldier\'s nationality and the exact circumstances of the exchange have not been independently established.

The coat has been privately retained for approximately 45 years and has not been recently acquired from military surplus stock.

The shoulder boards display four gold-coloured stars with a single red longitudinal stripe, consistent with the Soviet Army rank of Captain (Капитан).

The collar features distinctive red tabs with gold-coloured star-and-wreath emblems.

The precise military branch has not been confirmed.

• Heavy olive/khaki wool fabric with a tightly woven, gabardine-like finish

• Traditional double-breasted military design

• Four gold-coloured rank stars on each shoulder board

• Red collar tabs with gold-coloured insignia

• Matching fabric waist belt with metal buckle

• Plain olive-coloured buttons

• Central rear vent

• No visible manufacturer\'s stamp or label

• Believed to be an original Soviet-era officer\'s taken with the coat laid flat:

  • Chest (armpit to armpit): 56 cm

  • Shoulder to shoulder: 45 cm

  • Sleeve length: 64 cm

  • Overall back length (excluding collar): 120 cm

  • Weight:1.75 kg

  Please compare these measurements with a coat you already own to ensure a suitable fit.

  Condition

  Vintage pre-owned condition, commensurate with age and historical use.

  Please study the photographs carefully for details of the fabric, buttons, belt and insignia.

  No manufacturer\'s label or date stamp has been located.

  Collectors\' interest

  An interesting piece of Soviet and Cold War military history, particularly because of its reported acquisition directly from a soldier in Turkey in 1980.

  Suitable for collectors of Soviet military uniforms, Eastern Bloc memorabilia, Cold War history and vintage military clothing.

  The coat retains its distinctive officer\'s insignia and matching belt and is in excellent condition with no damage.

  Please note: The exact manufacture date, original owner and service history are unverified. The acquisition story is based on the recollections of the person who obtained the coat in1980.