Civil War Auction

Fine Civil War Union M1858 Cavalry Hardee Hat

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Start price: $1,500

Estimated price: $3,500 - $5,000

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This restored hat stands 6″ and has full brass insignia, chin-cord and ostrich feather. Brown leather liner with cross hatch pattern is complete. Lining has large label ink stamped “US Army Extra Manufacture Size 7 No. 3”. The felt body shows wear and age with areas with seams of glue repair (only seen from inside) where body ripped of cracked. The devices on front and “Jeff Davis” eagle on side have newer blue felt material reinforcing the back. Lining label shows white/clear glue repairs around the edges. Back brim also has 4″ glue repair which may indeed be a replacement piece because the piece is not a perfect color match. All these repairs are done well. All insignia matches in color and patina. It restored condition, we grade this very good plus. This is a very attractive hat.