Vintage Early 1940s Dobbs Everyday Straw Hat

A rare early 1940s Dobbs hat for women!   Lightweight, tightly woven straw.  The silhouette has the iconic early 1940s forward tilt of the top.  The front brim with wider than the back.  A dark brown gros grain ribbon circles the top.  

 

DETAILS

  • Label              Dobbs; Taylor's Raleigh NC
  • Best fits          6 3/4 (see measurements)
  • Circa              Late 1930s / Early 1940s
  • Fabric            Straw

Condition      Overall excellent.  The hat shows light, normal wear, particularly on the interior band (not visible when worn).                                 

 

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MEASUREMENTS

Inches  Centimeters
Interior circumference 20.5 52
Brim width

4 front;

2 back

10  front;

5 back