£640
Victorian 8th (Kings Royal Irish) Hussars Officers Attributed Pill Box Cap. This example is attributed to Major Arthur Mark Crofton, of the 8th Kings Royal Irish Hussars
Dark blue melton cloth with wide 2 inch band of bullion regimental pattern lace of shamrock design. The crown with bullion cord loop decoration and central pearl button. The interior with leather sweatband and crimson silk lining. Some age wear and dulling to lace. Button damaged. Accompanied by an original photograph of Major Crofton wearing the pill box cap and another image of him in full dress uniform. (3 items) Attributed to Major Arthur Mark Crofton, 8th Kings Royal Irish Hussars. (1852-57)
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