Hat
Object number2011.127.175
Manufacturer
Haentze Theatrical Hat Company
Dateafter 1956
OriginPhiladelphia, PA
MediumWool felt, cloth, metal, plastic, foam
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionBlack felt hat with rounded top and short brim lined with cloth. Black plastic hat band affixed with two black metal rivets and red stitching around it. Black plastic inner band.Dimensions7.5 x 9 x 33 in. (19.1 x 22.9 x 83.8 cm)MarksStamped on inside band "HAENTZE HATCRAFTERS / 19018".
Tag inside hat reads: "7 1/8 / 57 WPL 5923 / 100% / WOOL"
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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