Napoleonic Era Royal Navy Bicorn in Case, WE Gilbert.
Napoleonic Era Royal Navy Bicorn in Case, WE Gilbert. Black bicorn with feathers to the top; the red painted metal case with a brass plaque reading 'W.E. Gilbert / R.N.'. {Approximate dimensions of hat: 7 3/4 high x 18 inches wide.}. Condition: Light shedding to feathers. The case with patina and wear. The gilt coiled accents have minor loss to gilt and show just metal springs.
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Napoleonic Era Royal Navy Bicorn in Case, WE Gilbert. Black bicorn with feathers to the top; the red painted metal case with a brass plaque reading 'W.E. Gilbert / R.N.'. {Approximate dimensions of hat: 7 3/4 high x 18 inches wide.}. Condition: Light shedding to feathers. The case with patina and wear. The gilt coiled accents have minor loss to gilt and show just metal springs.