22 inch Optilon zip fastener

Front view of a zip showing the packaging. Rear view of a zip showing the packagaing. Side view of a zip showing the cotton edging. Close view of a zip showing it closed. Close view of a zip showing it open.
Front view of a zip showing the packaging. Rear view of a zip showing the packagaing. Side view of a zip showing the cotton edging. Close view of a zip showing it closed. Close view of a zip showing it open.

Classification

Description

A lightweight nylon spiral zip fastener for dressmaking, 22 inches in length. This light green coloured zip was manufactured by Optilon Ltd. It is still in its point of sale packaging which includes sewing instructions.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Inscriptions

printed: "Opti-lon Nylon Zip Fastener. Lightweight for dresses skirts, etc. Automatic Lock. Made by Optilon Ltd. Ighthan Kent. " (packet front)

Object number

AIBDC : 007001

Date

1960 - 1969 (circa)

Country

Method

Material

plastic
nylon
PA zipper
polyamide
cotton base material
Dimensions
Width
22mm
Length
560mm

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