Description
This lot features a vintage straw boater hat with a cream-colored ribbon and brown trim, paired with a set of antique opera glasses with white enameled barrels and brass accents. The hat appears to be from the mid-20th century, consistent with its classic boater style. The opera glasses are likely late 19th or early 20th century, featuring ornate detailing characteristic of that period. These items are perfect for collectors of vintage accessories or theatrical memorabilia. The hat is made of woven straw with a grosgrain ribbon. The opera glasses are constructed from brass with white enamel and possibly bone or ivory accents on the eyepieces and focusing wheel. The hat shows some wear consistent with age, including slight discoloration and minor distortion to the brim. The elastic band in the interior is worn. The opera glasses show significant crazing/cracking in the white enamel on both barrels, and some tarnishing to the brass. There is also a crack in one of the eyepieces. Both items have not been cleaned or restored and are presented in "as-found" condition.
Dimensions:
Height 3, Width 10, Depth 10 inches
Weight 2 lbs
Condition:
Fair - The hat shows wear consistent with age, including slight discoloration and minor distortion to the brim. The elastic band in the interior is worn. The opera glasses show significant crazing/cracking in the white enamel on both barrels, and some tarnishing to the brass. There is also a crack in one of the eyepieces.
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Dimensions:
Height 3, Width 10, Depth 10 inches
Weight 2 lbs
Condition:
Fair - The hat shows wear consistent with age, including slight discoloration and minor distortion to the brim. The elastic band in the interior is worn. The opera glasses show significant crazing/cracking in the white enamel on both barrels, and some tarnishing to the brass. There is also a crack in one of the eyepieces.
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
- Low Estimate: 25.00
- High Estimate: 150.00
Buyer's Premium
25%
Vintage Straw Boater Hat and Opera Glasses
Estimate $25-$150
Starting Price
$10
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Cottage Grove Estate Auction Antiques Collectibles
Jun 26, 2026 3:00 PM EDTCottage Grove, MN, United States
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