Biltmore white Grand Beaver hat
15” long x 6.5” high. 11.5” wide (is 15” stretched out). White beaver pelt. Has been work twice.
We bought it a Western store in Canada. A hat maker later commented to me that this particular hat is rare so I wanted to get it appraised.
Gallery/Dealer
Yes
Hi Aaron, Larissa and Noemi,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Biltmore white Grand Beaver hat
made in Canada, mid/late 20th Century
With red marabou feathers and black bird feather
6 1/2 inches high, 11 1/2 inches wide, 15 inches long
CONDITION: appears to be in very good condition, reportedly only worn twice
PROVENANCE: acquired from a gallery/dealer in Canada
$500-800*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
My friend said this is neither very rare or very common. The condition drives the value in this case.
Sure, no problem! Thank you!