Blue Palmer

Mixed Wing, Hardy Bros, late 19th century. Pattern as per George M. Kelson.

Tag: Silver twist and dark blue floss silk
Tail: A topping
Butt: Black ostrich herl
Body: Dark blue floss silk
Ribs: Oval silver tinsel
Hackle: Light red-claret from second turn
Throat: Jay
Wings: Tippet strands, dark turkey, bustard, golden pheasant tail, married strips of swan dyed yellow, red and blue, and two strips of mallard above
Head: Black ostrich herl