^Lot 175 British Naval Officers Bicorne Hat

Original rare British Royal Naval officer's late 18th, early 19th Century "Half Moon" bicorn felt hat, worn side to side, retaining the complete brown waterproof lining, beaver pelt fur interior, officers strap. & edges with gold trimmed embroidery displaying a correct brass gilded "Fouled Anchor" button denoting the Officer's authority in the British Navy.. The front felt showing some very minor moth trail damage, the top of strap has come loose, but in overall very good collectible condition.