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Imperial Germany, Oldenburg Infantry enlisted ranks ersatz felt pickelhaube, c1915, a restored composite parts example, one piece felt body with depot ink stamp to the under rear neck guard, original brass spike with replaced spike retaining studs, reproduction bi-metal helmet plate, chinstrap and national cockade with incorrect state cockades, original brass rear spine added, replaced original leather liner taken from a model 1895 helmet, re-sewn into place. Very fine.
Estimate $450
SOLD $650
Imperial Germany, Oldenburg Infantry Line Officers model 1891 pickelhaube, an old lightly restored example with original black patent leather body refinished in high gloss, with appealing age crazing, original brass front peak mount and rear spine, bi-metal reproduction helmet plate, original brass chin scales fitted with original officers state and national cockades, original brass officers spike secured by incorrect reproduction split pins, all brass fittings toned and no gilt finish remaining, original leather liner with cream silk lining. Fraying to silk lining, very fine - extremely fine.
Estimate $1,000
SOLD $900