What did Gillette help to make a symbol of Sherlock Holmes?
The violin
The notebook
The deerstalker cap
The trench coat
Answer
The deerstalker cap became synonymous with Sherlock Holmes thanks to Gillette's illustrations for The Strand Magazine. Gillette's depictions of Holmes in the iconic cap cemented its association with the detective in the public consciousness. The cap, originally a practical hunting garment, became an enduring symbol of Holmes's keen observation and eccentric nature.
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