Hat Finial

Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

Not on view

Hats were an important part of official dress at all levels of government, and the finial worn atop a hat was an indicator of the wearer's rank. The finials shown here (1973.132.1–.3)—red, blue, and white—correspond to three different ranks, from higher to lower.

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Title: Hat Finial
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Culture: China
Medium: Glass top on gilded-metal base
Dimensions: H. with stand 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); W. with stand 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm); Diam of spherical finial 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm)
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Purchase, Everfast Fund, 1973
Object Number: 1973.132.3
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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