This Rivetz of Boston necktie is a 1970s to 1980s polyester men's tie in navy blue with repeating gold winged lion motifs and a The Voyager Traditional Menswear Midland, Mich. store label.
The dark navy ground, small gold emblems, classic width, and bright red tipping give it the traditional preppy look associated with mid-century and later Ivy style neckwear. The Midland retailer label adds a specific Michigan connection that makes this one especially interesting for collectors of regional menswear and local business history.
Details
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Item: Rivetz of Boston men's necktie
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Item Type: Traditional men's necktie
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Era: Approximately 1970s to 1980s based on the supplied research and construction
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Materials: All polyester, as marked
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Color: Dark navy blue with gold motifs and red tipping
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Maker and Mark: Rivetz of Boston, All Polyester. Additional label reads The Voyager Traditional Menswear, Midland, Mich.
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Pattern or Model: Repeating gold winged lion motif. No pattern or model name confirmed from photos.
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Style: Traditional, preppy, Ivy influenced emblem necktie
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Dimensions: Approximately 55 inches long as provided. Width not confirmed from photos, add if known.
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Special Features: Original Rivetz of Boston maker label, The Voyager Midland Michigan retailer label, contrasting red tipping
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
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Graded Good: Complete and wearable with noticeable minor construction wear but an overall clean presentation.
- The navy fabric and repeating gold motifs present evenly across the visible face of the tie, with the gold designs remaining clear and bright.
- The contrasting red tipping remains present at the reverse ends and gives the tie an especially recognizable period detail.
Issues / Wear
- Stitching around the reverse construction and label area is loose in places, as noted and visible in the photos.
- The additional The Voyager Traditional Menswear label is loose at the stitching and shows fraying around its edges.
- Minor handling and fabric wear are visible, but the tie presents well when viewed from the front.
Condition Grade Key
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Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
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Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
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Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
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Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.
Collector's Notes
Rivetz of Boston was established in 1921 and became associated with traditional emblem and club style neckwear. Small repeating motifs like this fit squarely into that menswear tradition.
The Voyager Traditional Menswear label names Midland, Michigan. That regional retailer connection gives the tie another collecting angle beyond the Rivetz maker name.
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