This lot comprises an olive green canvas bucket-style sun hat and a professional precious metal testing kit. The hat is associated with the 2nd Crownhill Scout group from Plymouth, UK, featuring a central embroidered patch inscribed 2nd CROWNHILL B.A.N.A. It is heavily decorated with an assortment of vintage enameled pins and embroidered cloth patches. Visible insignia include a mid-century Robertson’s musician Golly badge, a white heart-shaped souvenir pin with the name Julia and floral motifs, an enameled elephant, and various club badges. The cloth patches include several circular designs featuring black four-leaf clovers on a green ground, a Red Cross patch, and a gold-toned animal crest.
The accompanying jeweller’s assay test kit is housed in a light-toned wooden box with a hinged lid and a front metal clasp. The lid bears a detailed printed reference label titled ASSAY-TEST the sets most used by JEWELLERS. This label provides a comprehensive comparative table for identifying base metals, silver, and gold purities including 9 carat, 14-15 carat, 18-24 carat, and platinum. The text outlines the chemical reactions expected during acid testing and notes that the testing fluids are corrosive.
Condition report:
The hat displays age-related wear, including light fading and softening of the canvas material. Several of the metal badges show surface oxidation and minor loss to the enamel. The wooden assay kit box remains structurally sound with light surface scuffing. The paper reference label on the box exhibits significant yellowing and some staining, likely from contact with testing chemicals over time. The internal contents of the kit are not visible.
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