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Top hat

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1901 +

GUSN

GUSN-40024

Description

Black; high sheen; black felt band (1-1/4" w) at base of crown with black grosgrain on edge of brim; white kid leather band and cream silk lining.

Details

Descriptive Terms

top hats
headgear
felt (textile)
leather
silk (textile)
Edwardian
evening dresses (garments)
Men's clothing
Formal Wear
Edwardian
Leather
Felt
HAT, TOP

Additional Identification Number

1938.1330A

Maker

Lincoln Bennett & Co. (Manufacturer)
Jordan Marsh Company (Retailer)

Location of Origin

London, England

Dimensions

6 (H) (inches)

Accession Number

1938.1330A

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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Title HATBOX Accession Number 1938.1330B

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