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Bearskins

Scope note

Tall military caps of fur, usually bearskin, worn primarily by European and Canadian military personnel, especially grenadiers and foot guards, from the 17th century.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000258461

Broader Terms used

<caps by material>

Equivalent Terms used

bearskin

Created

13yrs ago

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