Null A bicorne hat of a k.U.K. Official with suitcase, circa 1900
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A bicorne hat of a k.u.k. official with suitcase, circa 1900 Stiff body covered with black silk mohair, black grosgrain edging, black feather trim and a golden bouillon gaff (darkened) with a gilded coat of arms button with a crowned double-headed eagle. Beautifully preserved, smooth white silk lining, ochre leather sweatband. Matching hat case (ownership questionable) of linen-covered cardboard with blue cloth upholstery (occasional tears), leather closing strap and carrying handle. Partially slightly damaged, signs of age. Condition: II

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A bicorne hat of a k.u.k. official with suitcase, circa 1900 Stiff body covered with black silk mohair, black grosgrain edging, black feather trim and a golden bouillon gaff (darkened) with a gilded coat of arms button with a crowned double-headed eagle. Beautifully preserved, smooth white silk lining, ochre leather sweatband. Matching hat case (ownership questionable) of linen-covered cardboard with blue cloth upholstery (occasional tears), leather closing strap and carrying handle. Partially slightly damaged, signs of age. Condition: II

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