Peaked cap
John Smith and Son [Chester Ltd]
Category
Costume
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wool, metal and leather
Measurements
800 mm (Length)1030 mm (Length)270 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Chester
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1152151.3
Summary
Peaked cap. A peaked cap with an embossed badge with the wording 'Royal Welch Fusiliers'. The cap is part of a khaki, worsted military uniform comprising:- jacket, trousers and peaked cap. The Jacket with label marked 'John Smith and Son, Chester Ltd, 14 Eastgate Row, Chester', and with handwritten label 'S.Yorke Esq'.
Provenance
Given by Phillip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Makers and roles
John Smith and Son [Chester Ltd], tailor