On Page 61 of Jane Eyre, Bronte describes young women dressed in "grey fur beaver hats adorned with ostrich plumes". This fashion statement provides historical context for the reader. According to Wikipedia, from 1550-1850 beaver hats were a popular fashion trend in Europe. The addtion of ostric plumes to ladies hats was a trend that grew dramatically throughout much of Euroope during the ineteenth century, supporting the historical context of Jane Eyre. Additionally, on page 86, Jane mentions portrait prints of King George III and Prince Albert being hung in George's Inn in Millcote, an inn where her carriage stopped at during her journey to Thornwell. George III ruled England from 1760 to 1820, although Prince Albert reigned as Regent from 1810 when it was determined that the King suffered from dementia. It would be historically appropriate for the Inn to have these portraits hung within as a sign of respect for the ruling monarchs of the time.