Lot 5634

Sale 117 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes

Description

M(elbourne) F(ire) B(rigade) helmet, pre 1900, in grey-silvered brass, with metal maker's plaque, 'Merryweather & Sons, Firemens Outfitters, London', dragon decorated comb, at left and right sides of MFB are crossed hose and axe, with side rosettes for chinstrap, this missing, leather sweatband. Comb needs adjusting at front, several small dents, sweatband well worn, otherwise fine and scarce.

Estimate
$350
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$900

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