Headwear - Hat, Pillbox, 1969-1972

Historical information

Part of hostess/stewardess uniform designed for Ansett Airlines of Australia 1969 to 1972.
Donated to Sir Reginald Ansett Transport Museum.

Significance

Complements the collection of air flight crew attire 1969 to 1972.

Physical description

Beige pillbox hat, with a flat crown and straight, upright sides.Turned brim, featuring peaked detail on one side. Piped edging. Heavy duty cotton fabric with reinforcing stitches. Fawn grosgrain ribbon interfacing inside. Cream Bem silk lining. Gold coloured badge features 1968-1981 Ansett logo: A Delta

Inscriptions & markings

"Nivek Headware Reg. Melb" on label inside. Blue ink numeral 21 handwritten on label. Possibly size 21 inch hat.

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