Miscellaneous, Hat & Hat Box, Miniature, Stetson, Vintage, 1404

What’s more adorable than a tiny topper?!

This fun vintage novelty is a miniature Stetson hat and accompanying mini metal branded hatbox. What is the point of this, you might ask. Well, back in the day, it was a popular Christmas gift; inside the recipient would find an accompanying gift certificate that could be redeemed for a full-sized hat, fitted and trimmed. Pretty cute and clever, right? Now they’re fun collectibles!

• artist: John B. Stetson Company
• hallmarks: STETSON
• vintage condition
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• nice patina
• wear from use
• style: Misc1404