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U.S. 1881 Pattern Infantry Spiked Dress Helmet

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:325.00 USD Estimated At:850.00 - 1,300.00 USD
U.S. 1881 Pattern Infantry Spiked Dress Helmet
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Black felt covered body and edged in patent leather. The gold-plated, brass helmet plate consists of the U.S. Eagle and Shield insignia, with infantry crossed muskets behind shield. The eagle has arrows in left talon and olive branch in right talon. The helmet is topped with a fluted brass spike on a brass oak leaf base. Two infantry buttons on each side of a black felt hat band encompassing base of hat. Interior lining is canvas and is marked "E. O. CONNELL.". Marked size 7, on leather sweat band.
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Condition: Good with light wear and minor moth damage. Spike on crown is loose and gold plating has darkened with age. Patent leather edging, has some cracking and wear. Canvas interior has moderate water stains and discoloration, with the name written and scratched out in pen. Sweat band is good with light wear and discoloration.