Lot 6312
Two fur caps for mounted troops, 20th century
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1502 Lots
Description
Fur cap of the 8th or 15th Hussars; the body features a red bearskin covering (showing signs of rubbing); a red cloth kolpak (bag) with yellow flat-cord trim is attached to the side, along with a yellow fabric cord encircling the cap and ending in two acorn-shaped tassels; a yellow fabric plume/badge is inserted at the top, surmounted by a red horsehair plume that is inserted and secured internally by a screw (screw missing); brass chin-chain backed with leather; black linen lining (partially detached from the rim) attached to a black leather sweatband; the interior of the crown bears the "WD" stamp with the Broad Arrow and "1911," as well as an indistinct manufacturer's label reading "Poulton & Davis." Accompanied by a later, theatrical-style cap featuring a black kolpak. Shows minor damage in places, as well as signs of wear and age.Attention: This lot can only be shipped within the European Union.
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