Archive No. HAT-044-15
Vintage promotional cap referencing The Queen’s Plate, Canada’s longest-running Thoroughbred horse race. This example features a fully embroidered front graphic with crown and horse motif over “The Queen’s Plate” script. Constructed in a rich purple cotton fabric with a matching purple brim, the hat has a relaxed, unstructured crown typical of late 1990s–early 2000s event and hospitality merchandise. Interior shows original construction details and period materials. Finished with an adjustable leather strap and brass buckle closure at the back.
Details:
• Brand / maker: Event / promotional manufacture (no external brand marking)
• Era / style: Late 1990s–early 2000s promotional strapback
• Colors: Purple with gold and white embroidery
• Construction details: Unstructured crown, curved brim, embroidered front graphic
• Closure type: Adjustable leather strap with metal buckle
• Materials: Cotton fabric shell
