Levi 514 Appraisal

Levi Strauss & Co. 514 Straight Fit Jeans

This is a pair of Levi Strauss & Co. denim jeans, specifically identified as the 514 Straight Fit model. The garment is constructed from a medium-to-heavyweight blue indigo cotton denim with a visible 'whiskering' and fading pattern, particularly along the seams and pocket edges, suggesting a pre-distressed or moderately worn aesthetic. The primary identifying feature is the iconic yellowish-tan jacron paper patch located on the rear waistband. This patch displays the 'Two Horse' trademark printed in red and black ink, alongside the style number '514' and 'W33 L30' sizing. The stitching throughout is performed in a contrasting golden-orange heavy-duty thread, typical of heritage denim construction. The back pocket features the traditional Levi's arched 'Arcuate' double-stitching design. The visible condition shows significant wrinkling and distress on the waistband patch, which has lost some of its structural rigidity and shows minor surface abrasions. The denim fabric exhibits varied color saturation, transitioning from a deep indigo in protected areas to a lighter cerulean on high-friction surfaces. There are no immediate signs of structural failure such as holes or fraying at the visible seams, though the puckering along the waistband indicates repeated laundering cycles. This specific model, the 514, is a contemporary staple of the Levi's brand, designed for a slim to straight silhouette through the hip and leg.