France, 1st World War. Adrian model 15 engineering helmet. Factory midnight blue paint and 90% camouflage. Original mounted "génie" Model 15 front insignia. Two-piece black leather 2nd type inner headpiece. Chinstrap missing. Comes with its original "Soldat de la grande guerre 1914-1918" plaque attached to the visor with brass rivets. Complete. (In uncovered condition, with wear and tear, the leather cap is damaged and missing. Fairly good condition).

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