From the collection of longtime IOC member James Worrall—an attractive pair of white felt (wool) cowboy hats issued for the Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics. Made by Smithbilt Hats, each hat is size 7 ¼, with the inner band and liner featuring the Calgary emblem, a design that is also neatly burned on the right side of the crown. Both hats retain their original white bands with feathers. In overall fine condition, with one hat in need of reshaping. Although many city officials in Calgary’s early days gave cowboy hats as gifts to dignitaries visiting the city, a series of events led to the establishment of the white cowboy hat as the city’s symbol of hospitality.
From the estate of James Worrall.
