British naval officer bicorne hat and American naval officer bicorne hat and accessories....

Description

British naval officer bicorne hat and American naval officer bicorne hat and accessories. Vintage original (2) black hide covered board bicorn military hats ornamented with black satin ribbon, gold bullion braid and metal nautical buttons. With gold braid ornaments at each peak of the hats including (1) Retaining maker's Jas. Mackay & Co., Catharine St. Devonport gold gilt stamp on interior crown. Accompanied by original bicorn-shaped metal latching container with maker's badge and engraved nameplate, F.R.M. Loftie, R.N. and (1) Retaining Rice & Duval, 258 Fifth Ave., New York maker's label accompanied by uniform braid and 2-epaulets all in custom fitted carrying case. Both exhibit wear and age. In vintage fair to good condition.

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