TIN FIRE HELMET, or TIN FIRE CAP, July Monarchy - Third Republic. 27238-10R
Made of tin-plated iron, covered with black varnish, consisting of a semi-spherical crown and a straight band. Visor and neck cover riveted. Lacking interior padding and accessories.
France.
July Monarchy - Third Republic.
Good condition, lacking interior padding, accessories, and chinstrap.
NOTE:
These helmets first appeared during the July Monarchy and were still listed in suppliers' catalogs in the 1900s.
Reference :
27238-10R