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Title Household Cavalry cuirass set
Nationality British
Period c 1950
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This is the type of armour still worn today by the Household Cavalry on parade (eg outside sentry boxes in Whitehall). This example, with the original London tailor's label of Firmin & Sons Plc, has all its original calf leather lining intact and in good condition. It has a silver-plated finish over mild steel with a brass trim.

It is complete with a white leather buff waist belt and brass shoulder straps.

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


[Militaria : Armour : British : 20th Century]

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