Hat
Object number2011.127.176
Manufacturer
Haentze Theatrical Hat Company
Dateafter 1956
OriginPhiladelphia, PA
MediumWool felt, cloth, metal, leather
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionStiff, black felt hat with rounded top and short brim lined with cloth. Silver pin of Pittsburgh's coat of arms surrounded by a laurel wreath is on the front. Black leather hat band affixed with two gold-colored metal rivets. Black inner band. Thin elastic chin strap connected to the sides.Dimensions7 x 9 x 32.75 in. (17.8 x 22.9 x 83.2 cm)MarksStamped on inside band "HAENTZE HATCRAFTERS / 19018".
Tag inside hat reads: "7 3-8" inside a red oval on a gold tag.
Historical NotesIn 1956, Victor Haentze began making made-to-order hats in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to "give an edge" to the costume business he had inherited from his father. He became known for styles that were the most authentic available. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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