Fire Hat

This United States Fire Company, Ceremonial Parade Fire Hat Painted and pressed leather and felt. Philadelphia, circa 1850. Attributed to David Bustill Bowser (1820-1900), an African American freeman.

Cairnes leather fire hat dated 1869. Excellent condition. H 9-5/8" L 14-3/8". Please refer to this link for high-res images. https://www.dropbox.com/sh/7crzynwmpeeav0e/AABYgbABlZwUynGkjx0tho2Na?dl=0

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This early leather front from a jockey-style fire hat is from the Pumgustuk Fire Company of Yarmouth Maine. It measures 12" wide by 4" tall. There are individually cut and applied letters and a large

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by Carin & Bros

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