Vintage 1970s Women’s Black Leather Riding Boots – Size 9½ C

Beautiful pair of tall black leather equestrian riding boots dating to the mid-1970s, based on original newspapers found stuffed inside from 1977.

These are traditional pull-on English field/dress riding boots made from exceptionally soft, high-quality leather. The leather has aged beautifully and remains supple with a rich sheen.

Details:

• Women’s size 9½ C (stamped inside)

• Tall English riding style

• Pull-on design (no zipper)

• Leather soles with stitched construction

• Low stacked heel with rubber top lift

• Interior stamp: 9½ C / 16 / 578 / 685

• Likely British or American equestrian maker (no brand marked)

Shaft height: 19”

Heel height: 1”

Calf circumference: 14”

Footbed length: 10”

Measured with boot standing naturally.

The interior stamping suggests workshop or last numbers typical of mid-century custom or semi-custom riding boots. It was common for higher-end equestrian boots of this era to be unbranded and made through saddleries or riding shops.

Condition:

Very good vintage condition.

Leather remains soft and flexible.

Honest creasing from wear.

Soles show normal use but have plenty of life remaining.

No cracking, dry rot, or structural issues.

These are not fashion boots — they were made for actual riding and built to last decades. Comparable modern handmade riding boots retail well over $800 today.

A beautiful example of authentic mid-1970s equestrian craftsmanship.

Please review photos for full condition details and measurements.

Boots will be carefully packed to preserve shaft shape during shipping.