SILKIES. 
Silkies derive their name from the peculiar formation of the plumage, 
their feathers being webless and of a silky texture. This peculiarity lends 
attractiveness to the breed, as it is possessed by no other Standard fowl. 
Their general appearance, short, feathered legs, broad backs and profuse 
plumage, are suggestive of the Cochin. The length of the webless feathers 
is a particularly desirable feature. The contrast formed by the white 
plumage and purple face is noticeable on account of its singularity; in fact, 
the appearance of these birds presents, throughout, a series of contra- 
dictions to the generally-accepted laws which govern Standard-bred fowls. 
D isqvalifications. 
Absence of crest or of fifth toe; feathers not truly silky; shanks not 
feathered down outer sides; vulture-hocks. (See general disqualifications.) 
SCALE OF POINTS. 
Symmetry, 4 
Size 4 
Condition 4 
Head and Beak — Shape 3, Color .5 8 
Eye — Shape 1, Color 2 3 
Comb and Crest — Comb 5. Crest 10 15 
Wattles and Ear- Lobes 6 
Neck — Shape 4, Color 4 , 8 
Wings — - Shape 3, Color 3 6 
Back — Shape 4, Color 4 8 
Tail — Shape 4, Color 4 8 
Breast — Shape 3, Color 3 6 
Body and Fluff — Shape 3, Color 3 6 
Legs and Toes , 8 
Texture of Plumage 6 
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SHAPE OF MALE. 
Head: Short, round. 
Beak: Short, stout. 
Eyes: Large. 
Comb and Crest: Comb, nearly round, cushion covered with small 
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