1 of 253523 objects

Polynesia

Hat 2015

Straw, mother of pearl | 12 x 25 cm (whole object) | RCIN 99815

Polynesia

Hat 2015

©

Description

Straw hat with shallow and slightly upturned brim, straw bow and mother-of-pearl 'Niue' medallion on top

Provenance

Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by Premier Toke T. Talagi of Niue during an audience at Buckingham Palace, 28 October 2015
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Polynesia
(nationality)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom (1926-2022)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Straw, mother of pearl

straw, mother of pearl

woven

Measurements

12 x 25 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Costume, Uniforms & Accessories
Object type(s)
costume
costume accessories
headgear
hats
Subject(s)
Places
Oceania
Polynesia
Places

Place of Production

Niue

Featured in

Detail of the Vessel of friendship, a gold model of a Chinese ship

Past
Exhibition

Exhibition

Royal Gifts: Buckingham Palace

This exhibition tells the story of Her Majesty's reign through the official gifts she has received

Quick Links

Official Royal Residences

The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.