Description
This is a rare World War II Italian Army Brigade-Level General of the Line summer white-top visor hat. The hat bears a large bullion eagle perched upon a fasces, and has an ornate bullion band. The hat has a manufacturer label and stamp inside.
VINTAGE:Circa World War II.
SIZE:Approximate size 7-1/2 (no size tag).
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Cotton, leather, mesh, wool, bullion and cotton/silk embroidery, celluloid.
ATTACHMENT:Chin strap.
MARKINGS:UNIONE MILITARE maker label; EMPORIO MILITAIRE CIVITAVECCHIA stamp in liner.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an Italian militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VFEJX12 LACIEX6/12 SIJJX3/13
CONDITION:6 (Fine+): The hat some minor wear to the visor and some holes in the top and spots of white touch-up on the top; celluloid inside is yellowed.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.