A model 1872 helmet for French dragoon officers, as worn from 1874 Nickel-plated skull, the comb with horsehair plume. The emblem and chinscales gilt and in delicate relief. The metal chinscales are backed with velvet. Plume socket in the colours of the tricolor. Leather-lined front and back peaks and a gold-stamped leather strap helmet lining (light insect damage in the region of the brow). In the original padded protective case showing light traces of wear and use. Height of the helmet 31 cm. Case dimensions 33 x 37 x 23 cm. An officer's helmet preserved in b,

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