bowler hat (hat)
Descriptions
Early 1800s Bowler hats were hard hats used by gamekeepers. By 1900, they had also become town wear for the middle classes
This object is on display at RAMM in the Making History gallery.
Inscription
PRIZE MEDALS AWARDED TO / TRESS & CO / LONDON / MADE EXPRESSLY FOR / J. & G. ROSS / EXETER
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