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Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)
D and A Binder Ltd
for sale €527     $572
£450
D and A Binder Ltd

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Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)

1900 - 1920
Description

Check out this unique collection of highly polished 1920s milliner's hat moulds we acquired from a hat factory in Luton , recently used on film sets. These striking pieces are not just decorative, they’re perfect for showcasing luxury hats in shop windows, adding an eye catching element touch to any space. we have several different moulds available for £450 plus vat each.

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Aluminium Hat Block Mould to the 1920s.

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SA1147520
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All of our prices include current VAT (20%). Thanks.

Description
Check out this unique collection of highly polished 1920s milliner's hat moulds we acquired from a hat factory in Luton , recently used on film sets.
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These striking pieces are not just decorative, they’re perfect for showcasing luxury hats in shop windows, adding an eye catching element touch to any space.
D and A Binder Ltd

we have several different moulds available for £450 plus vat each.

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Aluminium Hat Block Mould to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147520
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the D and A Binder Ltd Profile Page

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A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.
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Archive I A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.

Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)

Archive II A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall. View II
Archive III A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall. View III
Archive IV A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall. View IV
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
Location
101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/danda
Verified Since May 2015
Items For Sale 161
Items Sold 815
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Verified Since May 2015
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Location: 101 Holloway Road, London, N7 8LT, United Kingdom
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A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.
Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)
Ref: SA1147520
A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.
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FAQs

Aluminium hat block moulds were industrial manufacturing tools used by milliners and hatters to shape, press, and steam felt or straw into specific hat profiles during the 20th century.

Metal hat moulds were typically sand-cast using molten aluminium or brass, then hand-tooled, machined, and polished to produce a smooth, seamless surface capable of withstanding high heat and pressure.

Authentic pieces often display cast maker marks, size numbers, or internal structural cavities designed to fit onto steaming machinery, alongside minor surface wear from historic industrial use.

Metal hat blocks function as sculptural tabletop objects, bookends, or feature display items on bookshelves, sideboards, and desk surfaces within modern or industrial interior settings.

Clean the surface with a soft dry cloth to remove dust, and apply a non-abrasive metal polish or specialised aluminium cleaner periodically to preserve the reflective shine.
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