Prussia - Military helmet - 1895

Prussian Pickelhaube spike helmet – German Empire – Late 19th / early 20th century – Antique Militaria

Old Prussian spike helmet of the Pickelhaube type, model 1895, dating from the German Empire period, under the reign of Wilhelm II.
This helmet features a rigid black shell with a grained surface, topped by its characteristic conical metal spike, with a circular base.
At the front is a large plaque of the Prussian eagle with wings spread, bearing the monogram “FR” (Fridericus Rex), topped by the traditional motto “Mit Gott für König und Vaterland” (With God for the King and Fatherland).

Features:
- Probable origin: Kingdom of Prussia, German Empire.
- Type: spiked military helmet, Pickelhaube.
- Rigid black shell, patinated metal fittings.
- Front plaque with the Prussian eagle.
- Conical spike and metal base.
- Presence of side mounts and rear trim.
- Old interior liner with tongue-like strips.
- Its leather chinstrap with two metal buckles.

Antique helmet showing patina and wear marks.
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Interesting piece for a collector of German militaria, uniformology, and historical military equipment.