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The History of Men's Neckties
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The honor of father of modern necktie construction goes to the American tie manufacturer Jesse Langsdorf, who in 1920 patented the all-weather, wrinkle-free tie - Tie Yourself in Knots
Ties
The history of neckties dates back a mere hundred years or so.
Bola Cord Ties

The bola was originally invented by an Arizonian silversmith by the name of Victor Cedarstaff.

Neckwear
These neck cloths, which probably descended from the Roman fascalia worn by orators to warm the vocal chords, struck the fancy of the king, and he soon made them an insignia of royalty as he created a regiment of Royal Cravattes.

©Mary Bellis

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