Cassock for Cardinal (Also known as a Simar)
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Description: Black Cassock or Simar ( zimarra ) with red watered silk sash and zucchetto. The simar is like a cassock but has an elbow-length shoulder cape, which does not meet in the front, thus exposing the buttons from the collar to the bottom of the garment. The simar should now be worn only by bishops or prelates of higher rank usually at non-liturgical functions. Because of the red or scarlet piping around entire garment and around each buttonhole this is a simar most likely to be worn by a cardinal. Historical note: The Simar was introduced as an official vesture for prelates around 1872. In addition to having the traditional 5 buttons on each cuff symbolizing the five wounds of Christ, the simar used to have a special sleeve extending from the shoulder to the elbow. These "oversleeves" were eliminated with the Pauline modifications of dress in 1969. After 1969, the sleeve was adjusted to a cuff which is represented in this item. This simar comes with a separate scarlet-red sash made of watered-silk and red watered-silk zucchetto or skull cap since both are required to be worn with the simar. Fabric Type: Lightweight black cotton blend. Condition: Used. Very good condition. Red piping around entire garment and around each buttonhole. Note: 5 th buttonhole has some of the red piping missing which is not noticeable when buttoned.
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