Napoleon's famous hat sold for 1.9 million Euros
The famous hat of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was sold at an auction in Paris for 1.9 million euros (59 million 490 thousand lira).
The black beaver felt hat belonging to Napoleon Bonaparte, one of the most discussed political and military figures in history, dating back to the period when he ruled the French Empire in the 19th century, was put up for sale today at an auction by the Osenat auction house in Fontainebleau.
SOLD AT AUCTION
The hat, which is seen as a part of Napoleon's identity, was valued between 600 thousand and 800 thousand euros. The hat was sold at the auction for 1.9 million euros (59 million 490 thousand lira).
VARIOUS SYMBOLS ALSO SOLD
While Napoleon wore his hat parallel to his shoulders, most of his officers wore their hats perpendicular to their shoulders.
Other items sold include a silver plate looted from Napoleon's carriage after his 1815 defeat at Waterloo, and a wooden case containing a razor, a silver toothbrush, scissors, and other personal belongings.
News Source: 12punto
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