Sz: OSFA

Provenance: a yachtsman’s residence in Newport, Rhode Island.

Classic six-panel, air-vented design, adjustable leather strap back (with brass slider)

Made by ADAMS Fashion Headware

The New York Yacht Club (NYYC) is a private social club and yacht club based in New York City and Newport, Rhode Island. It was founded in 1844 by nine prominent sportsmen. The members have contributed to the sport of yachting and yacht design. As of 2001, the organization was reported to have about 3,000 members. Membership in the club is by invitation only. Its officers include a commodore, vice-commodore, rear-commodore, secretary and treasurer.

Harbour Court, Newport Rhode Island

To better host regattas, in 1988, the club purchased an impressive waterfront property in Newport, Rhode Island.