Prussia, State. A Heer (Army) Em’s Pickelhaube, C.1915 Auction all on a 57 mm

all on a 57 mm x 58

with a dual-prong spring bar

Footnote: This British First World War medal in Gold was sponsored by Sir Charles Wheeler

silvering wear and contact marks evident on the reverse

The visitor to the museum can see historic motors and (racing) cars

Prussia, State. A Heer (Army) Em’s Pickelhaube, C.1915 Auction all on a 57 mm(Heer Pickelhaube). This is a well preserved First War period German Army EMs Pickelhaube, constructed of a reinforced blackened leather shell with magnetic metal reinforcements and embellishments. The helmet features downward sloping leather flaps at the front and rear, providing a partial visor and neck protector. The front of the helmet bears a magnetic metal stylized Prussian eagle clutching an imperial sceptre and orb, inlaid with a ribbon