Tintype Snazzy Couple (What’s that on her hat?)

What in the world is on her head? What animal is that? This couple are definitely making a fashion statement. When did beaver tophats go out of style? She’s standing, he’s sitting, when was this popular in photography? Click the image for more detail. Then comment, please. Click on the image.

Tintype Fashionable young lady

Between that hair comb and the scarf necklace this young lady is demontrating her stlye. Is she a teenager? Her dress looks very nice, is it expensive or did she make it herself? Click the image for more detail. Then comment, please. Click on the image.