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Title Oldenburg infantry helmet plate
Nationality German
Period c 1868
Price £0.00
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This was worn by the 91st Line Regiment after its absorption in 1868 into the Prussian infantry, formerly having been the Duke of Oldenburg's infantry regiment. This was a two-battalion unit and the only infantry that Oldenburg possessed. This plate was worn right up until 1918, also in a pressed tin format.

This appears to be made of gilding metal with its nickel centrepiece constructed in two parts. Typically, it has threaded post fittings on the reverse, indicative of its early date, together with its size (slightly larger than the last pattern plate).
One threaded post on the reverse has had a solder repair.
Its condition is excellent - it appears to have seen little use.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Militaria : Badges : German : 19th Century]

testimonials

My order arrived this morning, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Two excellent original pieces, I must say.

Buckle is in minty condition retaining so much detail esp plummage on eagle's neck and chest, like to see those 'creases' on the legs also... a beautiful example of an early O&C buckle.

Belt is very interesting, rather thin, CROUPON stamped and also behind the tongue...maybe Allegmeine but no SS markings as you state. Beautiful piece none the less.

Thanks for a speedy transaction Chris, I am very happy with my purchase :)

B M, United Kingdom, 26.10.2018

Received eagle today, exellent and well wrapped, thank you.

D T, UK, 15.02.2006

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