Prussia - Military helmet - 1895
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Original Prussian 1895 Pickelhaube helmet from the German Empire, with a black rigid shell, conical metal spike, front eagle plate bearing the FR monogram and the motto Mit Gott für König und Vaterland, and patinated metal fittings with an old interior lining.
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Prussian spike helmet Pickelhaube – German Empire – Late 19th / early 20th century – Antique militaria
Old Prussian spike helmet of Pickelhaube type, model 1895, dating from the period of the German Empire, under the reign of Wilhelm II.
This helmet features a hard black shell with a grainy surface, topped by its characteristic conical metal spike, with circular base.
At the front there is an imposing plaque with the Prussian eagle with wings spread, bearing the monogram “FR” (Fridericus Rex), surmounted by the traditional motto “Mit Gott für König und Vaterland” (With God for the King and the Fatherland).
Characteristics :
- Presumed origin: Kingdom of Prussia, German Empire.
- Type: spike helmet, Pickelhaube.
- Black hard shell, patinated metal fittings.
- Front plaque with the Prussian eagle.
- Conical spike and metal base.
- Presence of side fittings and rear trim.
- Old interior lining with flaps.
- Its leather chinstrap with its two metal buckles.
Old helmet showing patina and signs of wear.
The photos are part of the description.
Interesting piece for a collector of German militaria, uniformology and historical military equipment.
Prussian spike helmet Pickelhaube – German Empire – Late 19th / early 20th century – Antique militaria
Old Prussian spike helmet of Pickelhaube type, model 1895, dating from the period of the German Empire, under the reign of Wilhelm II.
This helmet features a hard black shell with a grainy surface, topped by its characteristic conical metal spike, with circular base.
At the front there is an imposing plaque with the Prussian eagle with wings spread, bearing the monogram “FR” (Fridericus Rex), surmounted by the traditional motto “Mit Gott für König und Vaterland” (With God for the King and the Fatherland).
Characteristics :
- Presumed origin: Kingdom of Prussia, German Empire.
- Type: spike helmet, Pickelhaube.
- Black hard shell, patinated metal fittings.
- Front plaque with the Prussian eagle.
- Conical spike and metal base.
- Presence of side fittings and rear trim.
- Old interior lining with flaps.
- Its leather chinstrap with its two metal buckles.
Old helmet showing patina and signs of wear.
The photos are part of the description.
Interesting piece for a collector of German militaria, uniformology and historical military equipment.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country of origin
Prussia
Year of manufacture
1895
Condition
Fair condition
Authenticity
Original/official
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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