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Fedora worn by Michael Jackson during Victory tour

1984

Smithsonian NMAAHC collection

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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 fur felt fedora with gold metal buckle worn by Michael Jackson on his 1984 Victory tour. The interior is made of white silk and is stamped with the mark of the Maddest Hatter, a double Griffon flanking a crest with banner that reads "A Crown Upon Your Head." The interior label reads, "Made in USA custom made 7 3-8". The interior black leather hatband is stamped: "By Maddest Hatter," "Made Expressly for Michael Jackson," and "100% Genuine Fur."

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Catalog reference: 2009.42.2

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