Historical information
The Port of Echuca railway platform (next to Echuca Wharf) was an integral part of moving goods from the paddlesteamers to the train carriages heading to Melbourne. Numerous railway sidings existed given the volume of goods, meaning carriages were shunted regularly. While there is no known recorded official hat as a 'Shunters' hat, such hand-crafted items weren't unusual given the often singular, long-term nature of employment during the 20th and 21st centuries.
Physical description
Pure fur felt hat manufactured by John Bardsley & Son P/L specifically for Vic Rail. Brown in colour with dark band with "Shunter" sown into band.
Inscriptions & markings
"Shunter" sown into band.
