{"product_id":"exceptional-english-silk-plush-top-hat-with-original-leather-travel-case-key","title":"Exceptional English Silk Plush Top Hat with Original Leather Travel Case \u0026 Key","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ljtyzr\" data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"145\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eJ. Wilson, Rawtenstall, Lancashire | Circa 1890–1910\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eAn exceptional English gentleman's silk plush top hat, complete with its original fitted leather travel case, working lock, and original key. Retailed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eJ. Wilson of Bank Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire\u003c\/strong\u003e, this beautifully preserved ensemble represents the elegance and craftsmanship of the late Victorian to Edwardian era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eThe hat retains its luxurious plush finish with a rich, directional sheen, complemented by its original silk lining and leather sweatband. The fitted leather travel case is equally impressive, featuring a hand-stitched leather base, original brass feet, original carrying handle, and a functioning lock with its original key. Together, they create an increasingly scarce complete set that has survived for well over a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eWhether displayed in a gentleman's library, English country house, or added to a serious collection of antique hats and travel accessories, this is a true statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14qs0za\" data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eAuthentic English gentleman's top hat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3209mw\" data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eCirca 1890–1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rhjkub\" data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eRetailed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eJ. Wilson, Bank Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g6exps\" data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eOriginal fitted leather travel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"338z6v\" data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eOriginal working lock and key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cz20qh\" data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eHand-stitched leather case with original brass feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ll2kzy\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eOriginal silk-lined interior and leather sweatband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"twjf8t\" data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eOriginal owner's initials \"G.C.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"svzepd\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eBeautiful age, patina, and presentation throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eHat Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b4dcao\" data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eCrown Height: 5½\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lcoccc\" data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eBrim: 12\" front to back × 9½\" side to side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kmz7j2\" data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eInterior Opening: 7¾\" × 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"99cxj4\" data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eApproximate Size: 6⅞ (55 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eCase Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16pom7r\" data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e13\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18v9uwz\" data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e11½\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d68ldk\" data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e10½\" high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eAn outstanding and increasingly difficult-to-find complete English top hat ensemble, preserved with its original travel case and key—a remarkable survivor from the golden age of gentleman's dress.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Newark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48714045489401,"sku":"EFEF275","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2036\/7097\/files\/IMG_9351.heic?v=1784998469","url":"https:\/\/dapperbleu.com\/products\/exceptional-english-silk-plush-top-hat-with-original-leather-travel-case-key","provider":"DAPPER BLEU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}