his is a genuine Scottish Regimental Feather Bonnet, the classic military headdress of the “Highland” regiments in the British armed forces. These were used mainly by the Scottish Highland infantry regiments of the British Army from about 1763 until the outbreak of World War I. These are reminiscent of the bearskins that used to be worn, but which are no longer used in military service. Due to the increasing scarcity of bears, as well as the required hunting, the feather bonnets were a much more economical choice, even in the early 1800s. These are now mostly worn by pipers and drummers in various bands throughout the world.This bonnet has the usual white, red and navy blue checkerboard around the bottom, with a black ''tail'' on the back, which has four separate sections. The left side of the helmet has a small fabric rosette, where the Regimental Badge of the The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) is displayed, and features a ''King''s Crown'', indicating issue before 1952. It...