A 1860 helmet for generals, of the Russian Guards Leather body with gilt brass mountings. The stamped gilded double-headed eagle bears an enamelled and silver Guard's star in the shape of the Order of St. Andrew with a master's stamp, "KE" and the St. Petersburg hallmark for 84 zolotniki. Helmet spike for general officers (locking pin missing). Convex, gilt metal chinscales with leather backing. Leather sweatband. Fine cream-coloured silk lining. The edge rail on the back peak bears an illegible maker's mark. Collector's label inside the front pe, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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Size: 3384px × 4352px
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