German Franco-Prussian War Era, Lancer Tschapka Helmet Wappen
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $145.00

Original era manufacture. Early, heavy brass eagle of a pattern worn on the base of the Lancer helmet's mortarboard, rather on the skull as more typically seen. These were held in place by screwposts with a closure nut, one screwpost missing. Pleasing brass patina.