A helmet M 1895 for enlisted men of the Hanoverian Line Infantry Black lacquered leather skull (rubbed in places) with gilt non-ferrous metal mountings. The eagle emblem with Waterloo bandeau fixed by leather wedges on the front. Bolster with ventilation slider. Fixed, smooth point with plate and four round-headed pintles. Old, thin leather storm strap on button 91, sheet metal cockades replaced. Good black leather flap lining (small tear). Partially slightly damaged, signs of age. Condition: II -

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