Original Item: Only One Available. A fine example of a WWI period Model 1870 French Cuirassier Enlisted Trooper’s Helmet. The helmet consists of a steel body with brass fittings, and black horsehair tail. The original leather lining band is still intact, but shows signs of wear from honest use and storage over the decades.
The Helmet features a Tall Brass Cimier with the “Medusa head” emblem to the front. Period Black horse mane on top and back of the helmet. It appears that one of the small screw that attach the horsehair to the cimier appear to be missing toward the back. The Helmet “bandeau” is the French Grenade surrounded by laurel leaves. Both original chinscales remain attached to the helmet, however, the leather strap is missing from the front (which could easily be remedied with a simple piece of black leather if one so desired).
The helmet is most likely from the First World War. The helmet does exhibit some slight wear to the exterior, with browned oxidation throughout on the exterior. The brass fittings have mellowed to a very pleasing patinaed coloration as well. It is a stunning looking helmet and is original in every way.
Whether it be from the Franco/Prussian War of 1870-71 period or the Great War of 1914/1918. Ready for display!