6586 - Two fragmentary M 1868 helmets and a shako body, 19th century

Two fragmentary M 1868 helmets and a shako body, 19th century M 1868 corduroy helmet for infantry privates with a black-lacquered leather body (cracked, worn, and patinated) with brass fittings (traces of gilding), emblem in the shape of the crowned imperial cipher secured with leather wedges “L”; the storm band and cockade are missing; black woolen band (with missing sections); laced black leather lining (with small missing sections and tears); the bell bears the embossed stamp “1 L R / 3B / 1814.” Also included is another caterpillar helmet with a worn, repainted surface, without the caterpillar or cockade, emblem mounted upside down, good leather-tab lining. Also included is a well-preserved black shako body with original lining, black mohair covering, leather cap and brim, without metal fittings. Partially incomplete, slightly damaged, with signs of wear and age. Condition: III