New in original plastic. First and Tag pictures were taken from another tie that was already opened. Tie says it's from 1944? It's handmade in Italy and made of 100% silk in ombré olive green. The necktie features an illustration of the famous Varga Girl "Pistol Packin' Mama" pin-up art. This specific artwork was created by Peruvian artist Alberto Vargas and originally appeared as a centerfold in the March 1944 issue of Esquire magazine.