Have had this about 40 years, purchased from a vintage store. Only wore it once to a fancy dress affair. It is actually pretty sturdy. Made of beads and sequins it seems perfect. I think it's antique, but don't really know. I mostly take it out to admire the work and then return it to it's box.
It drapes over the shoulders and ties loosely in front.
I am downsizing. Smoke and pet free.