Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good with no visible issues.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is fair with overall soiling throughout the felt and several holes in the net veil.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good with no visible issues.
THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good with a small hole in the veil on the front right and the ball details on the back right hat brim.
THE FIFTH
The overall condition is good though the back net piece is fraying and the flowers are misshapen.
THE SIXTH
The overall condition is fair with soiling throughout and orange adhesive marks on the inner crown and some holes in the net.
THE SEVENTH
The overall condition is fair with some areas of exposed wire and the flowers are misshapen all over.
THE EIGHTH
The overall condition is fair as it is misshapen and has many loose threads.
THE NINTH
The overall condition is good thought there are several large holes in the veil.
THE TENTH
The overall condition is good though the black net veil is torn free and missing. The wire is pulling out at center back under brim.
THE ELEVENTH
The overall condition is good with some soiling along the top on the light red velvet ribbon.
THE TWELFTH
The overall condition is good thought there are holes in he veil and the flowers are slightly misshapen.
THE THIRTEENTH
The overall condition is good structurally thought the veil is coming away from the hat at the brim, the flower is misshapen, and there is soiling overall on the crown.
THE FOURTEENTH
The overall condition is good though there is some light soiling on the top of the crown, some small holes from multiple pin sticks, and discoloration to the lame lining.
Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional condition photos, please use the INQUIRE button or email
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