Rare 1970's Ralph Lauren Leather Western Boots

-Selene Leather in a gorgeous, deep burgandy shade
-beautiful snakeskin detail on shaft & alligator toe tips
-features "RL" initials stitched into the pull straps
-Ralph Lauren's 50th anniversary collection of similar western boots are selling for $1500!
-these are in great vintage condition with only a few minor flaws - refer to photos
-labeled a size 5.5 C - please refer to measurements below
 
Measurements:
sole: 9 ½" x 3 ⅛"
heel: 2 ¾"
shaft: 12 ½"