Lot 7294
A shako for EM in the 12th K.S. Train Battalion, dated 1887
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
The body is covered in fine black fabric, whilst the top, visor and rim are made of black patent leather. Secured at the front by leather wedges is the sun emblem, made of gilded brass with the Saxon royal coat of arms applied in silver-plated nickel silver. No cockade was worn with this helmet; the regimental insignia is missing, and the attached regimental insignia is not original. Chin strap made of patent leather with a white braided cord (as on the cap visor). Leather sweatband; felt interior unlined; unit stamp on the inside: “M.D. 12.T.B. A 1887 M …”. Clear signs of wear and age.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
