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Rare early helmet. This is a 19th-century Bavarian M1868 Raupenhelm, a military helmet also known as a “caterpillar helmet” due to its distinctive wool crest.
It was worn by Bavarian Jäger battalions and other mounted troops.
The helmet features a leather body and a gilt “L” (Ludwig) monogram on the front badge, referring to King Ludwig II of Bavaria.
It has an original wool “Raupe” (caterpillar) crest and a leather chin strap.
These helmets were in use from around 1800 to 1886, undergoing various modifications over time.
comes complete and in reasonable good condition and shape, size small to medium will make a rare edition to your collection and great future investment height 23 cm length 16 cm depth being 28 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
Store Name: SOVEREIGN
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Contact Number: 07505165843
Date Joined: 31st January 2021
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