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Helmet plate c1871
Helmet plate c1871
Helmet plate c1871

Helmet plate c1871

$ 38.54

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
  • Region of Origin: Great Britain
  • Condition: Normal wear for age and use by serving soldier.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days

    Description

    UNUSUAL Royal Artillery other ranks brass helmet plate. Reference this badge in Kipling & King, Item #806. Research reflects this this badge was authorized circa 1871, when the gun trail was shown with rivets. The reverse side has the requisite 3 brass screw studs with securing nuts. BUT there are 5 brass srew posts on the top half of the plate, covered with 3 layers of very thin leather. Possible use as a pouch badge.
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    British Militaria since 1974