Ice Skating Equipment Appraisal

Vintage White Leather Figure Skates with Red Blade Soakers

A pair of vintage-style women's or girl's figure skates featuring high-top white leather boots. The boots are constructed with a reinforced heel and a traditional lace-up front, utilizing both eyelets at the toe and speed hooks along the ankle for a secure fit. The cream or off-white leather exhibits a smooth finish with visible vertical stitching at the toe cap and reinforced padding around the top of the ankle collar. Notable features include thick, cream-colored cotton laces and a black high-density composite or leather outsole. Protection is provided by red terry cloth 'soakers' or blade guards, which cover the metal blades to prevent rust and edge damage. The skates show moderate signs of use, including light scuffing on the toe boxes, minor creasing near the ankle joints, and slight discoloration of the laces. The style and construction, specifically the speed hook configuration and boot silhouette, suggest a manufacturing period from the late 20th century, likely between 1970 and 1990. The interior padding appears intact, suggesting they were well-maintained or lightly used.