Lot 7380
A felt helmet for enlisted men in the Line Infantry Regiments, circa 1915
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
A single-piece embossed body made of field-grey felt with gilded non-ferrous metal fittings (rubbed). The Prussian eagle emblem is secured to the front by leather wedges. Brim with four round-headed rivets, smooth, rigid spike. Leather chin strap attached to "Model 91" buttons, both cockades made of lacquered sheet iron. Lined with fine black leather (a few tiny holes and tears); a paper label reading “56” is located in the crown at the back beneath the lining. Partially slightly damaged, signs of age. Well preserved and rare.Condition: II Questions about the lot?