Antique Military Fur Busby / Hussar Parade Cap (c. 1880–1920)

An impressive and authentic military fur busby (kolbak-style cap), likely used as a parade or ceremonial headdress by hussar or cavalry regiments in the late 19th to early 20th century.

This striking military cap features:

• Black fur body (likely sheepskin or period imitation fur)

• Red felt crown (classic kolbak model)

• Silver-tone trim

• Braided light-colored cord

• Decorative tassel

• Fully lined interior

• Hand-finished construction

The design closely resembles hussar or cavalry parade caps worn in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, or Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Such caps were typically used for ceremonial occasions, formal parades, and elite mounted regiments.

Dating

Estimated: circa 1880–1920

Further precision would require inspection for:

• Interior maker’s label or stamp

• Regimental markings

• Original cockade or metal insignia (if present)

• Period-specific lining details

Materials

• Fur (natural or early imitation)

• Felt crown

• Braided cord and tassel

• Textile interior lining

Condition

Overall condition: Good, age-appropriate

• Light wear to fur

• Minor shaping irregularities to the felt top

• Cord and tassel complete with expected signs of use

• Interior lining shows wear but remains intact

The wear is consistent with authentic period use and supports originality.

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Notes

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