Early VTG Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes SC Military Academy Marching Hat

Description

Very interesting, well made, early "The Citadel" (military school in South Carolina) Regimental Band and Pipes Hat. The outside is embellished with a heavy, gold-tone, shiny brass chain, a large "The Citadel" brass badge and a shiny leather top, band and trim.
The sides are a felt like fabric, probably wool. The inside has strung leather so one's head doesn't sink into the hat. It is marked size 7-1/4. I don't want to pull back the leather but I believe it was made by W. Bayly & Sons, Inc. in Hollywood, Florida. (Bayl-Stron).
I believe it is missing the chin strap and side buttons, but otherwise in very good condition for its age which I place about 1960.
Great gift for your up and coming cadet, as a Christmas decoration (think Toy Solider) or for Drum Major costume.
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