France, Vichy. A Vichy France Prefect's Visor Cap United Republic of but with slight loss to

but with slight loss to the original gilt

38th and 59th Regiments

he was a highly decorated Officer

measuring 47 mm (w) x 67 mm (h - inclusive of suspension)

Belleville R

France, Vichy. A Vichy France Prefect's Visor Cap United Republic of but with slight loss toThis is an extremely well preserved Vichy French Prefect's visor cap, constructed of smooth black wool. The entire circumference of the cap band is adorned by machine embroidered gold bullion wire in an ornate oak leaf style design. The front peak bears a machine embroidered gold bullion wire insignia depicting a central fasces surrounded by oak leaves, measuring 44 mm (w) x 55 mm (h). The cap is flanked on each side by gilded brass buttons, bearing