The Bearskin Cap

The hemispherical bearskin cap was found near the mummy’s head.

Like nearly all the clothing items, it was made of several hide strips stitched together. The cap, which was worn with the fur side out, was extremely well preserved.
On the lower edge, two leather straps were attached which were tied under the chin to keep the cap in place. Both chinstraps were already torn before Ötzi’s death.