Paduasoy
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This section is from the "A Complete Dictionary of Dry Goods" book, by George S. Cole. Also available from Amazon: A complete dictionary of dry goods and history of silk, cotton, linen, wool and other fibrous substances,: Including a full explanation of the modern processes ... together with various useful tables.
Paduasoy
Paduasoy (Pad'-U-A-Soi). A smooth, strong, rich silk originally manufactured at Padua, Italy; in vogue during the last century for ladies' dresses and gentlemen's coats; also a lady's garment made of this material.
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