Item:
ON7598

Original U.S. 19th Century Naval Commander Fore-and-Aft Hat with Epaulettes in Tin

Item Description

Original Items: Only One Set Available. Dating from as early as 1868 to as late as 1900 this is a French made high quality black sealskin fore and aft hat, or cocked hat, with gold wire tassels. The black satin lining is in excellent condition and bears the gold lettering:

Expositions Universelles
Quatre Premiers Prix
1851 1855 1862 1867
PARIS

Which translates to:
Worlds Fair of 1867
Four First Prizes
Paris


The gilt wire French-made Epaulettes are artfully constructed. A silver wire Navy Commander's insignia and anchor are mounted to each epaulette. An attractive group in excellent condition complete with original storage and carry tin case.
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