Coal Scuttle Bonnets McCalls M5129 View C

Coal scuttle bonnets were popular in Victorian 1840s through the 1850s. Their shape is similar to the pail that held coal hence the name coal scuttle. The ties range from 2-3" wide and get wider towards the 1850s.

Pattern: McCalls M5129 has several versions to make up coal scuttle bonnets. View C has three pattern pieces, crown, brim, and top. The crown is much smaller and the brim much larger than later 1850-60s bonnets.

Pink Silk Bonnet

Pink silk taffeta faux drawn bonnet with ruched silk lining adorned with pink feather and artificial paper flowers has self fabric ties. Single layer heavy buckram and wire base. Was worn first to an Old Sacramento Easter Bonnet Promenade. [2011]