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Antique 18th Century Woman’s Hat Coif Floral Design European Beaded, Embroidery
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Buyer |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Refund Will Be Given As | Money Back |
| Decade | Pre 1890 |
| Original/Reproduction | Original |
| Occasion | Special Occasion |
| Brand | Handmade |
Antique 18th Century, Circa late 1700's to early 1800's. Woman's Hat Coif, Floral Design, European. For the 18th century woman, these kind of hats were an icon of wealth. This model was worn on special occasions with the woman's hair tucked underneath. This handmade hat has a soft linen interior fabric and fit snuggly on the head, held at the neck with a ribbon. The exterior is embellished with intricate, lace like embroidery stitching with metal threads colored gold on top of fabric with silver colored thread. It is decorated with pink/red and clear glass beads, colored foil, gold coils, leaves and sequins. It consists of two panels sewn together. The stand is not included with the purchase of this hat. Please see photos for details. More photos available upon request. Condition: This coif is in fairly good condition considering the fact that it is over 200 years old.Some of the silver threads at the back of the hat are frayed.The interior is stained, it can be spot cleaned with a mild soap.The metal threads are tarnished.Some beads and embroidery stitching may be missing. Please see the photos for details. Approximate Measurements: Each panel: 9 3/4" long x 8 1/4" wide (Made with 2 identical panels sewn together.)We recently purchased a large collection of 18th century antique aristocratic women’s hats, riegelhaubes, bonnets, caps and coifs made from embroidered linen, brocade, jacquard and velvet. Please see our other listings.Thank you for viewing my listing. I am looking for a 5 STAR RATING. If anything wasn't to your satisfaction please contact me before leaving anything but a 5 Star Rating, I promise I will earn a 5 star rating at all cost! Payments should be received within 3 days, if you need more time please let me know. INSURANCE is automatically included in the price for items over $40. If you require anything extra or want to insure lower priced items please contact me. Thank you for your interest. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: I ship priority mail, its more expensive but this is the only way I can insure the item. If the item is small and under $50 I can ship it First Class mail to save you money but in that case you assume ALL RESPONSIBILITY for the item. Please contact me if that is your wish. Please remember that you may encounter additional tax and customs charges by your country, I cannot be responsible for those charges. PD-1221