Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition World War One U.S. Medical Officer's M1910 visor cap in very dark blue, intended to be worn by Officer's for dress and parade occasions. This example is particularly well made, with the officer's front insignia FULLY EMBROIDERED in gold bullion.Officer's caps were usually privately purchased, and this officer apparently had a lot to spend. Size is approximately a US 7 (56cm).
The cap features a patent leather visor with, probably supported by pressed paper or fabric. The brown leather sweatband is stitched to the body of the hat, and is in very good condition. The sweatband is named and maker marked. The crown of the cap is lined with black fabric, and is marked as follows:
THE M.C. LILLEY & CO. of COLUMBUS, OHIO
The front of the cap bears the correct gold U.S. Army Insignia, with a gold bullion adjustable chinstrap with two U.S. Army side buttons. No major moth issues to report, the hat is sound, not crushed or broken.
A great example to pick up a rare cap from the WWI Era!
