The cap and bells is a type of fool's cap with bells worn by a court fool or jester.Collins English Dictionary – Complete and Unabridged The bells were also added to the dangling sleeves and announced the appearance of the jester.
Forms The cap and bells could be in the following forms:Lucy Barton, Historic Costumes for the Stage, p. 221 Ass' ears and an ass' tail, often curling forward, p. 113 Horns Cockscomb crest Royal court jester costume Bi-color coxcomb cap Fool's cap and masque Other forms of fool's cap in England were shaped like a monk's cowl with ass's ears, a high-pointed cap covered with bells, or a round cap with an imposing feather.
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