Japanese Meiji Era, Sino-Japanese War, Patriotic Kepi
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $50.00

Original period manufacture. Patriotic hat, or kepi, made of a thin cloth material with a cardboard top disc and visor. Faded gilt paint decoration around the sides of the hat, with a Rising Sun emblem on the crown. Shows age and wear, but no damage. Extensive amount of handwritten kanji on the interior of the crown. Comes with a partial translation sheet.