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Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian
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Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique McDonald's rotary hat iron. An American, nickel and ebonised millinery tool in original box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Fascinating hat iron, presented with the original box and instruction leaflet

Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Beautifully polished nickel plate presents bright tonality

Tactile handle, turned and ebonised for a deep black contrast

Heated for use, the iron is useful for smoothing out the nap of silk top hats

Engraved to the end of the iron for the countries in which it was patented

The handle cap states the date of the patent being granted - June 7th, 1892

Lightly time-worn box with an illustrated label, the supplied leaflet in superb order

This is a delightful antique McDonald's rotary hat iron, presented as a complete set with superb period interest. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Box Width: 25cm (9.75'')

Box Depth: 6cm (2.25'')

Box Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')

Iron Width: 5cm (2'')

Iron Depth: 3cm (1.25'')

Iron Length: 24cm (9.5'')

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Our Ref: 24551

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Rotary Hat Iron to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087086
Dealers Internal Reference
24551
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Description
This is an antique McDonald's rotary hat iron.
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An American, nickel and ebonised millinery tool in original box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Fascinating hat iron, presented with the original box and instruction leaflet

fig 1. A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.
fig 1. Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Beautifully polished nickel plate presents bright tonality

Tactile handle, turned and ebonised for a deep black contrast

Heated for use, the iron is useful for smoothing out the nap of silk top hats

fig 2. A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.
fig 2. Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

Engraved to the end of the iron for the countries in which it was patented

The handle cap states the date of the patent being granted - June 7th, 1892

Lightly time-worn box with an illustrated label, the supplied leaflet in superb order

fig 3. A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.
fig 3. Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

This is a delightful antique McDonald's rotary hat iron, presented as a complete set with superb period interest. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Box Width: 25cm (9.75'')

Box Depth: 6cm (2.25'')

Box Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')

fig 4. A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.
fig 4. Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

Iron Width: 5cm (2'')

Iron Depth: 3cm (1.25'')

Iron Length: 24cm (9.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.
fig 5. Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24551

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Rotary Hat Iron to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087086
Dealers Internal Ref
24551
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Archive I A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.

Antique Mcdonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian

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A nickel-plated McDonalds rotary hat iron with a black turned handle displayed next to its original printed cardboard box against a dark reflective surface.
Antique McDonald's Rotary Hat Iron, American, Nickel, Millinery Tool, Victorian
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FAQs

A rotary hat iron was a specialised millinery tool designed to smooth, shape, and maintain textile or felt headwear, particularly top hats and bowler hats, by applying heat via a shaped metal head.

These tools were commonly manufactured using cast iron or brass, often finished with nickel plating for smooth gliding and rust protection, and fitted with turned wood or ebonite handles to insulate against heat.

Authentic examples frequently display cast patent dates, stamped manufacturer markings on the metal or original box, specific wear patterns on the handle, and non-electrical heating design features intended for open flame heating.

Curated on an office desk, placed within a glass cloche, or displayed on a library shelf alongside historical books, these tools introduce a tactile element of trade history to a modern room.

Keep metal tools in a dry environment to prevent oxidisation, clean gently with a soft cloth to avoid scratching the plating, and apply microcrystalline wax for long-term surface preservation.
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