Black pillbox with veil and bow

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This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

A black pillbox hat made from wool felt. A black bow made from synthetic material is secured to the back of the hat with adhesive. A black net veil is secured under the back bow and extends to the front of the hat. The interior of the hat is unlined. There is a stamped label in the interior that reads [WPL 4384// Made in U.S.A//100% Wool] This project received Federal support from the Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative Pool, administered by the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum.

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