Items in Demand on eBay: February 2019 Edition
The 18th-century tricorne hat, a symbol of American culture and European fashion, is currently up for auction on eBay. This distinctive hat, often referred to as the "cocked hat," is a three-pointed hat that originated on the European continent and became popular during the 1600s and 1700s.
The specific tricorne hat in the auction is constructed from heavy grey felt and measures approximately 5" tall by 14 1/2" by 14 1/2" long on the sides, 11 1/2" across the back, and has an opening of approximately 6 1/2" in diameter. It is in clean condition with the original silk ties and has shallow moth damage but no holes that go through the felt. The eBay seller for this unique item is rwfults, Robert Wayne Fults.
In addition to the tricorne hat, another antique up for auction is a Cast Iron "LION HUNTER" Mechanical Bank Original Antique Americana Toy. This toy, sponsored by an unknown party, has 18 bids, 7 bidders, and a current bid of $3,820. The photos for this item are courtesy of eBay seller thingsnsuch100.
Meanwhile, an Antique Birmingham, Alabama Coca Cola Hutchinson/Hutch Soda Bottle is also available for bidding. With 73 bids and 8 bidders, the current bid stands at $5,301. The photos for this item are courtesy of eBay seller gypsiegirlz.
The tricorne hat was practical because it was small and could be easily tucked under an arm. When worn by civilians, the hat had one point facing forward. For military personnel, the hat had the point over the left eye to not interfere with their muskets.
The tricorne hat gained iconic status in America, particularly during the Revolutionary War and the founding era. It is often associated with patriotism and the image of the colonial soldier or statesman. The hat’s presence on the heads of the first American presidents further cemented its role as a symbol of early American leadership and identity.
Despite its decline in everyday wear after 1800, a modern, smaller tricorne was revived for female officers of the Women's Royal Naval Service in 1917, showing its enduring ceremonial value.
For those interested in these historical items, the auctions for the tricorne hat and the Cast Iron "LION HUNTER" Mechanical Bank Original Antique Americana Toy are ongoing, while the Antique Birmingham, Alabama Coca Cola Hutchinson/Hutch Soda Bottle is up for auction.
You might find product reviews for the tricorne hat and other collectibles such as the Cast Iron "LION HUNTER" Mechanical Bank on various lifestyle, fashion-and-beauty, home-and-garden, and shopping websites. If you are looking for unique historical items like these, remember that you can continue your shopping experience with sellers like rwfults, Robert Wayne Fults, thingsnsuch100, and gypsiegirlz on eBay.
