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I would have a ribbon color that is the closest to the felt of the hat.
I have one of those Stetson Retro hats and it is a grade three Panama. It was woven in Ecuador and blocked and assembled in Mexico.
I just received this Stetson Standard Quality today and this may be the oldest hat I own - I have looked at the other threads on dating Stetsons and I am guessing 1930s? I was hoping someone with background in earlier Stetsons could give me a more definitive timeframe. It has an approx. 5”+ crown, 2-5/8” ribbon bound brim, unlined, and an un-reeded leather sweat. Originally purchased at Haygood’s Dry Goods in Floydada, Texas.
Thanks!