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German Imperial Officers Helmet
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German Imperial Officers Helmet

1900 - 1920
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1WW era, overall condition is very good though liners showing much use, high ranking military officers helmet’, height 37 cm length across 20 cm depths 25 cm, offering free worldwide delivery reference BBS Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
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Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this German Imperial Officer Helmet to the 1910s.

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SA1200454
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Description
1WW era, overall condition is very good though liners showing much use, high ranking military officers helmet’, height 37 cm length across 20 cm depths 25 cm, offering free worldwide delivery reference BBS Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this German Imperial Officer Helmet to the 1910s.

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SA1200454
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BBS
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An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume.
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Archive I An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume.

German Imperial Officers Helmet

Archive II An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View II
Archive III An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View III
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Archive V An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View V
Archive VI An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View VI
Archive VII An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View VII
Archive VIII An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View VIII
Archive IX An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume. View IX
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An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume.
GERMAN IMPERIAL OFFICERS HELMET
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An Imperial German officer helmet crafted from black leather with a gilded brass coat of arms frontplate and a red horsehair plume.
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  • ObjectMilitary Headgear
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleImperial German
  • MaterialLeather, Brass, Horsehair
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsHorsehair plume, Gilded Wappen frontplate, Crowned coat of arms, Brass rim trim
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

This German imperial officers helmet from the 1910 period takes the form of military headgear in an Imperial German style. The piece comprises black leather and brass, accented by a red horsehair plume, a gilded Wappen frontplate, a crowned coat of arms, and brass rim trim. Visible details include a textured black leather body, a polished metallic central spike supporting the vibrant red horsehair hanging downwards, and an ornate gilded front badge featuring central heraldic insignia topped with a crown. The dimensions measure 37 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 25 cm deep. Placed in a home today, this item suits a bookshelf within a gentleman's library setting as a historical display object.

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An Imperial German officer parade helmet is a spiked or plumed leather and metal dress helmet worn by officers of the German Imperial Army prior to and during the early stages of the First World War. These helmets typically displayed state coats of arms and were fitted with horsehair plumes for formal parade occasions.

These helmets were primarily constructed using pressed boiled leather for the shell, fitted with cast brass, gilded bronze, or silver-plated fittings. Plumes were typically made from natural horsehair attached to a metal plume holder mounted on the crown.

Authentic pieces display distinct period construction techniques, including hand-chased metal frontplates (Wappen), correct regimental state markings, natural age-related oxidisation on metalwork, and leather showing authentic age crazing rather than modern synthetic wear.

Military helmets are best displayed on custom wooden or metal helmet stands within glazed cabinets, on library shelving, or on mahogany sideboards to highlight their sculptural and historical qualities.

Keep the item in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and humidity. The leather should be kept dry and untreated by modern chemical conditioners, while brass components should be dusted gently without aggressive abrasives that strip original gilding or patina.
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