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Woman's Hat

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Pauline Silverman (American)

MillinerMade by Betmar (American)

RetailerSold by Best & Co. (American)

Dateabout 1965

MediumMachine-stitched synthetic fibers

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x diameter): 4 x 8 3/4 x 8 3/4in. (10.2 x 22.2 x 22.2cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Janet Ward

Object number2001.86.3

DescriptionBrimless hat created by alternating white and red strips stitched in a spiral. The white is grosgrain ribbon, and the red is plaited synthetic straw-like material. An extra strip of the red is stitched in a decorative loop on the side of the hat. The inside of the hat is encircled by a red grosgrain ribbon sweatband.

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