Lot 480

Antique American Bowler Hat w/ Quilled Hat Band

Estimate: $600 - $900

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$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
The lot features an antique American Bowler hat with a Indian tanned hide hat band covered with porcupine quillwork. The quillwork is likely from the Northern Plateau, a later addition to, exact age unknown. The quillwork exhibits porcupine quills with three bands having colors of natural cream, purple and red. The back shows three round concho / conchas of nickel silver, a classic Plains or Plateau silver work adornment. The hat has an old tag remnant inside. The piece displays well and measures overall 12.25" by 10.25" and 6"H.

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