Mock Neck Sweater Appraisal

Chenille Mock Neck Sweater

This item is a long-sleeved, charcoal gray or black chenille sweater, characterized by its fuzzy, tufted texture which is typical of its synthetic velvet-like pile. The garment features a mock neck collar with a ribbed knit pattern that distinguishes it from the smoother knit body and sleeves. The construction appears to be machine-knit with drop shoulders and a standard waist-length hem. The color shows moderate tonal variations consistent with chenille fabric as light reflects off the pile. In terms of condition, the piece shows visible signs of pilling and wear, particularly a loss of pile density near the neckline and shoulders, suggesting it has been washed and worn frequently. No designer labels or maker's marks are visible, but the style is indicative of mass-market fast fashion from the late 1990s through the early 2000s, a period when chenille was a popular material for casual knitwear. The garment is currently displayed on a black plastic hanger with a yellow price tag, located within a secondary retail or thrift store environment.