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Deluxe Beefeater
Our deluxe beefeater is the most distinguished hat that we offer. These prestigious caps are typically reserved for doctoral faculty members or high-ranking officials.
Each black plush velvet graduation beefeater features a gold tie tassel with a stable and secure brim. This variation of the tam has a strong English heritage that has been used for centuries. Also known as a "Tudor Bonnet," this hat is an indispensable accessory for any doctoral member presiding over a graduation ceremony. This stylish beefeater comes in small, medium, and large to accommodate all head sizes.
Our Beefeaters look amazing with all of our high-quality doctorate gowns!
Beefeater Details
What is a Beefeater? How is it different than a regular graduation cap?
A beefeater, also know as a Tudor Bonnet, are high quality hats are typically reserved for high ranking officials presiding over a graduation ceremony. The standard mortarboard is a polyester encased cardboard square that sits on top of the head. Mortarboards are traditionally used for primary and secondary school graduations. Tams, on the other hand, are typically used for higher-level graduations such as Ed.S and doctorate ceremonies (occasionally for masters).
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Who wears a beefeater?
As stated above, high-ranking officials of the college typically use them such as the dean, president, treasurer, etc. They are sometimes used for PHD holding faculty members and doctorate graduates as well.
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How do I know which size to choose?
We offer three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. If you are unsure of your baseball cap size, you will need to measure your head using a tape measure. If you didn’t have a measuring tape on hand, you can use a string to wrap around the head then measure it with a ruler afterward. Tams have a stretchy elastic band that has some give but make sure you choose the size closest to your measurement.
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