1860’s Black Silk Taffeta And Silk Fringe Cape

This cape is in good condition with only minor age related wear. It is sturdy and could be worn. It does have a hook and eye that would clasp it together but I am not sure what you do with the long streamers in the front. From the neckline of the cape in back to the bottom of the fringe is 17 inches. I measured the top and bottom of the cape including the front streamers. The top is 52 inches around and the bottom is 72 inches long. I wonder if the streamers are suppose to tie in some way. It came with an 1860’s dress I purchased. The dress is not part of the sale.