College Lane, an old body brand often seen on American college sweatshirts. Tag Information • Marking: College Lane • Size: XXL, Width 59cm, Length 72cm • BODY: 50% POLYESTER / 50% COTTON • (So-called poly-cotton) • Print: SCREEN PRINT (visible at the bottom of the tag) Estimated Era • This cursive logo + cloth tag • Poly-cotton 50/50 Based on these combinations, the late 1970s to early 1980s is the most likely period. Positioning/Evaluation • Not as famous as Champion or Russell, but • A mass-produced body for authentic American college sweatshirts • It was often used for prints for universities, schools, and teams at the time. • From the perspective of vintage clothing enthusiasts, it's in the category of "genuinely old" and "has character." ⸻ ① Meaning of the Print PENN STATE • A very prestigious American university Pennsylvania State University DAD • "For fathers of current students or graduates" • In America • Dad / Mom • Alumni • Parents College items for these different roles are commonly made. SUI GENERIS • In Latin, meaning "unique," "unparalleled" • The small dictionary-like explanation below is a typical American design of the time. ⸻ ② Design Evaluation • Arch logo + wreath (laurel) → Classic college design • 3-tier print composition • White x Navy color scheme → Right in the middle of Penn State's school colors It's quite "orthodox." ⸻ ③ Vintage Value (Price Guide) Assuming good condition and size: • Domestic vintage clothing stores Around 8,000 to 15,000 yen • XXL size (plus evaluation if the actual size is large) • Penn State is well-known, so it's consistently popular. ※ It won't skyrocket in price because it's not Champion, but **"It's a piece that people who know will genuinely want."** ⸻ ④ Very Good Points • "DAD" items are not common • But the design doesn't look tacky • The fading of the navy color is also excellent.