The Mad Hatter is one of the members of the Mad Tea Party in the story of Alice in Wonderland. Although everyone calls him "The Mad Hatter", Lewis Carroll never actually called him that. He is simply "The Hatter". The phrase 'mad as a hatter' was common in Carroll's time. 'Mad as a hatter' probably owes its origin to the fact that hatters actually did go mad sometimes due to the mercury they used. Many wonder about the tag on the hat reading 10/6. It is in fact a price tag which displays the 'ten and six': 10 shillings and 6 pennies, common in Carroll's time as well. This highly detailed orange hat has a fringed iridescent scarf, striped fabric patch, 10/6 paper card, a printed peacock feather and a secret pouch on the inside just like Johnny Depp wears in the Tim Burton movie from 2010 and its sequel in 2016. It is made of 75% polyester and 25% cotton. Perfect for Alice in Wonderland, Halloween, theatrical productions, cosplay, theme parties, Mad Tea Parties, Unbirthday celebrations and so much more. Available in adult size but may fit larger teens (a Velcro adjuster is inside and makes it easier to wear for multiple sizes to wear). Costume, theatrical makeup, wig, eyebrows and hat pins not included. Other Alice in Wonderland costumes and accessories are sold separately on our page – subject to availability.