Reproduction Felted Beaver Tricorne Hat

Contributed by Kenneth Hamilton through Old York Historical Society

Reproduction Felted Beaver Tricorne Hat

Not available for reproduction or licensing. More info.

This record was added to Maine Memory Network through the efforts of a student at Berwick Academy. More info about student projects.

Description

This reproduction cocked hat is made from beaver felt. Beaver fur consists of two types of hair: the coarse outer guard hair and the soft underfur which is referred to as "beaver wool". Beaver trapped in the winter months was considered to be superior in felt making as the extra oil from the body helped mesh the wool fibers.


About This Item

  • Title: Reproduction Felted Beaver Tricorne Hat
  • Media: Felt
  • Local Code: L.2010.4
  • Object Type: Physical Object

Cross Reference Searches

Standardized Subject Headings

Other Keywords


For more information about this item, contact:

Old York Historical Society
P.O. Box 312, York, ME 03909
(207) 361-3552
Website

The copyright and related rights status of this item have not been evaluated. Please contact the contributing repository for more information.

How to cite content on this site