Vintage 1940s Black Brushed Silk Top Hat by Christys London Size 6 3/4 42 It fits loosely

It fits loosely

Bust: 40" around

Hips:  36” - 38” around

so the blouse has to slip on over the head as there are no other closures - please take this into account when considering size

and a small defect to the back of the band

Vintage 1940s Black Brushed Silk Top Hat by Christys London Size 6 3/4 42 It fits looselyThis is a very nice quality black brushed silk top hat dating to the 1940s that belonged to a very influential Canadian lawyer. Brushed silk was developed to replicate the look of beaver fur. This hat was sold by Gerald Preston of 109 Sparks St, Ottawa Gerald Preston was at that location between 1939 and 1948, so it is easy to date the hat to that time period. The hat was made in England by Christys of London, well known for making quality hats. The