Significance of mad hatter's hat?

Question

If you'll notice, the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland always has a card in his hat; on the card is "10/6". What is the significance of these numbers?

Answer 1

10 SHILLING N 6 PENCES



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Answer 2

It's a price tag for 10 shillings and 6 pence. Google pre-decimal British money if you need to know what this means. In the 19th century, hatters used mercury to soften fur and wool, in order to make felt for hats. As I'm sure you know, mercury has some unfortunate effects on the nervous system, leading to 'hatters shakes' and other physical and mental problems, hence 'Mad Hatter'.

Answer 3

The card in Mad Hatter's Hat indicates the price of the hat. 10/6 is read as ten and six which is ten shillings and six pennies.