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Description / 1940's (could be 50's) Knox label cartwheel hat. Woven raffia/cellophane straw in a dusty light caramel shade. Measures 17 inches by 16 inches. Round dome crown. The brim is six inches wide around the front, tapering to 3.25 inches at the back. Trimmed with navy blue grosgrain ribbon with an elongated side bow with decorative folds (see photo). Lined with a rayon band.
Size / Universal fit - should fit most head sizes as it sits lightly on the head. Tagged "Designed to fit a 22 headsize".
Label / KNOX. Sold By: Florence Yingst, Allentown, PA. <
Condition / EXCELLENT. A tinge of fade to the grosgrain ribbon trim. The lining has some wear and a few holes.
CONDITION CHART:
MINT - Pristine, perfect, as new, no flaws or wear evident.
EXCELLENT - Used with no noticeable flaws.
VERY GOOD - Used with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
GOOD - Visible wear, minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
FAIR - Numerous flaws, repairs needed, likely fragile. Restoration possible.
POOR - Extensive damage. Use for display or study. (I rarely sell items with this rating).
Product code: Vintage Hat / 1940's / Cartwheel / Straw / Wide Brimmed / good KNOX Label