Now on eBay!  LINKThis vintage straw hat was made in the early 1930s.  It is deadstock, from George I Eakle of 1628 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA.  It is made of extremely high quality milan straw.  There is a one inch section of dropped stitching, easily fixable, on the brim, and a bit of darker color to the top of the brim from age.  It has a distinctive twisted bow knot, and an optimo crown.  The hat has a wide leather sweatband.  There is a slight tear to the right of the logo, but the leather is still super supple.  The has is fully lined, with a pleated silk liner.  A blind embossed logo indicates that the hat was made in Italy.Size: 7-1/8Brim Width: 2-1/2″Ribbon Width: 1-5/8″Crown Height: 5″