84 - Peter's own hats, from the Akubras he wore on Australian shark expeditions to the fedoras he wore at home.

Peter's own hats, from the Akubras he wore on Australian shark expeditions to the fedoras he wore at home. Akubra Snowy River outback hat constructed from tan Imperial Quality pure fur felt. The hat features a pinched crown and a wide, slightly upturned brim. A brown braided leather band with a decorative knot and two trailing ends encircles the base of the crown. A small decorative cluster of green and yellow feathers is secured behind the knot. The interior is finished with a white satin lining and a dark brown leather sweatband with gold-stamped branding. Marked on the lining and the sweatband Akubra. Stamped on the sweatband Snowy River and Made Expressly for Outback Trading Co PA. 4 1/2" H x 13 1/2" W x 14 1/2" L. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: Clean fur felt maintaining its structural shape. The interior lining and leather sweatband show very little evidence of wear. Minor fraying is present at the tips of the decorative braided band trailing ends. The feather accessory is intact and well-preserved. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.