A riveting tale has unfolded with the discovery of two fez hats, once belonging to beloved comedian Tommy Cooper, tucked away in a box for almost seven decades. The hats were unearthed by North Lincolnshire retiree Tim Dixon, who had received them directly from Cooper himself at a children’s Christmas party in Grimsby, 1955. This captivating event took place at the canteen of the Peter Dixon Paper Mill, where Cooper was performing. The hats are set to be auctioned off tomorrow at John Taylors Saleroom in Louth. The auctioneer, James Laverack, expressed his excitement over the unique memorabilia, stating the items provide a glimpse into the early stages of Cooper’s career. With the hats’ provenance rock solid and the captivating backstory, they’re expected to pique the interest of avid collectors. The hats are expected to fetch between £200 and £400, though past auctions have seen Cooper’s hats sell for as much as £7,000. As a single lot, these fez hats stand as a testament to Tommy Cooper’s enduring legacy.
This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk.
