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Vlaamse Wacht helmet
Midnight-blue painted steel shell with oxi…

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Netherlands Vlaamse Wacht helmet Midnight-blue painted steel shell with oxidation, central decal with oak leaf and acorn on blue background (oxidation and missing parts), waxed canvas cap, ersatz chinstrap (oxidation), wear and tear. 20th century

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Netherlands Vlaamse Wacht helmet Midnight-blue painted steel shell with oxidation, central decal with oak leaf and acorn on blue background (oxidation and missing parts), waxed canvas cap, ersatz chinstrap (oxidation), wear and tear. 20th century

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