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Title Last model KuK dragoon officer's helmet
Nationality Austrian
Period c 1910
Sold

This, perhaps one of the most handsome of all the late period Austrian helmets, is essentially in good shape. However, some of the paintwork has been retouched and the silk lining is missing. The eagle helmet plate has been replaced with a 1st Uhlan officer's plate. The original would have had the full Hapsburg coat of arms on the eagle's chest.

The helmet plate on this piece is actually worth more than the correct one, so whoever buys this and can find the right one is going to be ahead of the game! The last comparable example I had through my hands, I sold for ?1,500 (about seven years ago). Admittedly it had its original case!

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


[Militaria : Headdress : Austrian : 20th 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

As always, I'm very happy with the purchase and it makes a nice addition to my small collection.

C S, UK, 04.05.2018

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