US Navy WAVES Hat (Size 22 1/2) enlisted Original photo album which is

Original photo album which is mostly empty with several missing photos

While I am unsure if there is a specific purpose to this piece

This is very rare

no through holes

It is not indestructible but it is quite strong and impact resistant enough to survive normal wear and tear

US Navy WAVES Hat (Size 22 1/2) enlisted Original photo album which isOriginal vintage WWII US Navy WAVES women's hat. Size 22 1 2. Overall good condition with a few issues. The white cover has some staining but that should be able to be cleaned out. The snaps show some wear and oxidation. The brim has some odd stitching, but this is hidden by the tally (see photos). White marks on the tally in the back. Nice (albeit wrinkled) WAVES labels. The white cover snaps on to the brim and can be changed out for a navy blue or