Doctoral Tam
Description
The eight-sided tam is made of our finest royal blue plush velvet, which is recognized worldwide as the industry standard. A yellow silk tassel is included with the tam. A gold bullion tassel can be included for an additional $20.
What is the difference between the silk and the gold bullion tassels?First the similarities: The silk and gold bullion tassels are identically shaped (you can see the bulbous shape in the pictures), and both are produced from fine material. The gold bullion tassel has greater shine and is hand-made, therefore, it is more expensive.
The choice of which tassel to select is a personal preference. Some prefer the silk, some like the metallic gold bullion. Silk tassel comes standard on all tams.
Material
Tam: Plush Velvet
RELATED PRODUCTS
- CLEARANCE ITEM
- Prior year royal blue tams have a slightly different shade
- Eight-sided cap made with 100% plush royal blue velvet
- Silk tassel included
- Gold bullion tassel can be purchased for an additional $5
- NOTE: The rental keepers are only for customers who have rented the regalia.
I purchased a clearance item in a shade of blue I was told was the “old version.” I could tell the difference. In fact, it was a bright shade more in line with UC colors. I will check back to see when if the PhD regalia goes on sale. Had I thought about regalia earlier, I might have purchased instead of renting a generic black gown from the campus bookstore for over $60. Non-rush delivery from Capgown worked for me week of my ceremonies. I ordered on Monday, received cap on Wednesday. So, more money saved.
United StatesI purchased a clearance item in a shade of blue I was told was the “old version.” I could tell the difference. In fact, it was a bright shade more in line with UC colors. I will check back to see when if the PhD regalia goes on sale. Had I thought about regalia earlier, I might have purchased instead of renting a generic black gown from the campus bookstore for over $60. Non-rush delivery from Capgown worked for me week of my ceremonies. I ordered on Monday, received cap on Wednesday. So, more money saved.
