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Originally Posted by btcarfagno
Thank you again everyone.
Are there any tell tale tale signs that show where stitching used to be on a jersey? If this is not the original lettering I would like to know what and where it was originally.
Tom C
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Depending on how the stitching was done - Thread size, tightness, stitches per inch.... It often leaves a series of holes that could be visible from the inside. Not always, and if it's lightly done the weave of the cloth might settle back into place. It usually shows though, since a lot of letters were sewn on somewhat heavily.
One old dress my wife has shows a series of alterations done as the woman grew up. Originally made a long and hemmed shorter, as she got taller it was let out a bit, and the old seam hidden on the outside by strips of trim. Probably used for years since it's got 4 inches or more of alterations. (Plus alterations in the waist and chest area, obviously intended for years of use.)
Steve B