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White Knitted Nightcap
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White Knitted Nightcap

DateVictorian
Object NameCap
Mediumcotton
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsCircumference Of Crown: 53 Cm; Length From Crown To Brim(Excluding Tassle): 18 Cm; Width Of Brim: 5.5 Cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006325
About MeWhite cotton knitted nightcap with turn back brim and tassel.

Caps such as this example, dating to the Victorian period, were generally worn by both men and women following the daytime custom of the covered head.