A variation of the tam with deep English heritage, the beefeater features plush velvet or fabric to match the gown and a stiff brim accented with a fixed gold bullion or metallic tassel. Shown in plush red velvet with fixed gold bullion tassel. The "Beefeater" Academic Hat Velvet
This style cap is generally reserved for institutions authorizing it as part of special academic regalia or by the highest ranking official presiding over graduation. This is also sometimes called a "Tudor Bonnet"
Colors Red Black Royal Navy Purple Maroon Brown