Hammer

£220

Royal Dragoon Guards band helmet. An example officially modified from an 1871 pattern helmet for modern use. The gilt brass skull decorated with laurel leaf front band and oak leaf backstrap; to the front an original white metal star, the centre with temporary stuck adapted Garter for modern use; post 1992 silvered and enamelled star to maroon cloth centre. A fluted brass spike supports a red regimental pattern horsehair plume with rose boss. To each side, a brass rose head boss supports the leather backed brass chin chain. Minor service wear. Good example of helmet ideal for restoration.