NAM.1998-02-5-1

Beret worn by Col Andrew Jeffrey Pinion, 7th Parachute Regiment, Royal Horse Artillery, 1961 (c). Crimson wool felted cloth. Crown and crown sides of crimson felted wool cloth. On left front crown side evidence of a badge having been worn. On right hand side two blackened metal eyelets. Black corded silk ribbon brow band, bow at centre back. Drab silk like fabric lining. White cotton label. Front, printed, ‘BY APPOINTMENT/ TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN/ HATTER/ HERBERT JOHNSON/ (BOND STREET) LTD/ 38/ NEW BOND ST/ LONDON/ W’. From headwear items worn by Col Andrew Jeffrey Pinion, 1957 (c)-1991(c).