Cotton Sweatshirt Appraisal

Black Cotton-Elastane Sweatshirt (Made in Turkey)

This item is identified as a black sweatshirt, as indicated on its internal manufacturer's tag. The physical characteristics visible from the tag suggest a garment made primarily of cotton, with a small percentage of elastane for stretch and comfort; specifically, it is composed of 95% cotton (PAMUK in Turkish) and 5% elastane (ELASTAN in Turkish). The color is described as 'SİYAH', which is Turkish for black. The tag itself is a white woven or printed fabric label, securely stitched into the garment, likely near the neckline or side seam. Notable features on the tag include the 'DESIGN NO 2-20383' and a date '2020-06-054', which likely refers to a design or production lot number and a manufacturing or release date, marking its estimated age as relatively recent, presumably from 2020. A prominent barcode '900000025221' is present, which is a key distinguishing element for retail and inventory management. Below the barcode, international laundry care symbols are clearly displayed, including washing, bleaching, drying, ironing, and professional cleaning instructions. The tag explicitly states 'MADE IN TURKEY' and 'TÜRKİYE'DE ÜRETİLMİŞTİR' (Turkish for 'Produced in Turkey'), indicating the country of origin. The visible condition of the tag appears good, with no apparent tears or significant fraying, suggesting the garment is either new or well-maintained. The surrounding fabric of the sweatshirt appears to be a consistent black color, with no obvious signs of fading, pilling, or wear that would indicate heavy use or damage. The craftsmanship details are limited to the tag's information, but the presence of detailed manufacturing and care instructions points to a standard commercial garment production. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures beyond the general manufacturing information. The presence of cotton and elastane suggests a balance of breathability and flexibility, typical of modern casual wear. The overall impression is that of a mass-produced, functional piece of apparel.