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Antique Silk Top Hat in Leather Box
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Antique Silk Top Hat in Leather Box

1900 - 1920
Description

A fine example of an antique Silk Top Hat with its original leather box, dating from the early 20th Century. The silk hat has a felt band and is silk lined. It has the maker's mark for "Henry Heath. 105 to 109 Oxford St. London. By Special Appointment to His Majesty the King". The hat is in good condition and displays beautifully. There are some signs of age and use, some minor wear around the top edge and some minor wear inside (see photos) but nothing detrimental. It would certainly be wearable.

The inner circumference is approx 21" / 53cm which translates as a UK size 6 1/2.

The hat comes with its original leather carrying case with a plush lined interior and strap for securing the hat. The case is in very good condition with a beautiful patina. There are some signs of age and use, some minor scuffs and marks and the leather hinging strap has worn through at the back (see photo) but overall it displays well.

Approximate Measurements (Hat) :

Height : 5 1/4" / 13cm

Width. : 9 1/2" / 24cm

Depth : 12" / 30 cm

Box :

Height : 10" / 25.5cm

Width : 12 1/4" / 32cm

Depth : 14" / 36cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £15

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Silk Top Hat to the 1920s.

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SA1182296
Description
A fine example of an antique Silk Top Hat with its original leather box, dating from the early 20th Century. The silk hat has a felt band and is silk lined. It has the maker's mark for "Henry Heath. 105 to 109 Oxford St. London. By Special Appointment to His Majesty the King". The hat is in good condition and displays beautifully.
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There are some signs of age and use, some minor wear around the top edge and some minor wear inside (see photos) but nothing detrimental.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It would certainly be wearable.

fig 1. A black silk plush top hat resting on top of a bucket-shaped tan leather carrying case with a metal lock.
fig 1. Antique Silk Top Hat in Leather Box

The inner circumference is approx 21" / 53cm which translates as a UK size 6 1/2.

The hat comes with its original leather carrying case with a plush lined interior and strap for securing the hat. The case is in very good condition with a beautiful patina. There are some signs of age and use, some minor scuffs and marks and the leather hinging strap has worn through at the back (see photo) but overall it displays well.

fig 2. A black silk plush top hat resting on top of a bucket-shaped tan leather carrying case with a metal lock.
fig 2. Antique Silk Top Hat in Leather Box

Approximate Measurements (Hat) :

Height : 5 1/4" / 13cm

Width. : 9 1/2" / 24cm

Depth : 12" / 30 cm

Box :

Height : 10" / 25.5cm

Width : 12 1/4" / 32cm

Depth : 14" / 36cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £15

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Silk Top Hat to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182296
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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A black silk plush top hat resting on top of a bucket-shaped tan leather carrying case with a metal lock.
Antique Silk Top Hat in Leather Box
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First introduced in the late 18th century, the silk top hat became the definitive formal headwear choice for gentlemen during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, symbolising formal social etiquette.

These hats were constructed using a rigid frame made from layers of gossamer linen stiffened with shellac, which was covered in a specialised silk plush featuring a long woven nap.

Authentic period examples feature a distinctive silk plush nap that feels smooth when brushed in one direction, interior makers stamps in gilt foil, and fitted leather carrying cases.

An antique top hat and leather case can be displayed on a bookshelf, console table, or stacked atop vintage luggage in a study or dressing room to add historic texture.

Keep the hat stored inside its original fitted leather box away from direct sunlight, brush the silk plush gently with a velvet brush following the nap, and condition the exterior leather periodically.
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