Pair of Luton Souvenir Porcelain Boater Hat Figurines

A pair of porcelain souvenir figurines modeled as straw boater hats, featuring a matte bisque finish on the exterior with textured surfaces to simulate woven straw. The interior of each crown features a transfer-printed crest for the town of Luton, England, which includes a shield-shaped heraldic device with quarters featuring golden crowns, a bee, a beehive, and a floral motif. Below the shield is a ribbon scroll containing the Latin motto Scientiae Et Labori Detur. One figurine is finished with a light blue-grey painted hatband, while the other features a bi-color band of green over tan. Length: 2 inches (50.8 mm). Dimensions: See Desc. Condition Request Condition Report Good.

Estimate:£15

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