There are two 2.5 pieces of boning sewn into the front waistline. This is a "new" old stock item that was recently discovered after decades of storage.
No funky odor or other issues from storage. The attached tag is stamped Jan 25 1952, size medium. Measurements (lying flat):Length 13" back, 14" front Waist 9.5" unstretchedBottom width 12.5" unstretched Hips 13 unstretched.