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№ 533

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12 October 2022

Hammer Price:
£160

British Heavy Cavalry Other Ranks Helmet Plate 1838-1847.
A rare example in die-stamped brass, of original curved shape (approx. 195mm x 90mm). The plate displays the full Arms of Great Britain post 1837. In use on the 1834 and 1843 pattern helmets by the following regiments, 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 6th Dragoon Guards and the 1st Dragoons,
small perforations through wear in a few places and one ray-tip fastening element missing, otherwise good condition for age £200-£240