Vintage 1940s Black Brushed Silk Top Hat by Christys London Size 6 3/4 42 Cupro derives its name from

Cupro derives its name from the process "cuprammonium" which is used to process the cotton and wood pulp that from its base material

Sizing: Size 44 regular is indicated

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Bust: 40" around

Vintage 1940s Black Brushed Silk Top Hat by Christys London Size 6 3/4 42 Cupro derives its name fromThis 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