Lot Nr.654

A model 1849 helmet

for Dragoon Officers, Hanover
Leather scull, gilded brass mountings, convex chin strap on screws. Cockade and lining are missing. Spike mounted on a cross-shaped plate. Contrary to regulations, the skull of the helmet was not made from blackened iron plate.
The helmet comes from the possessions of Col. Ludwig von Krauchenberg (1788-1857), last commander of the Cambridge Dragoons. Rare helmet preserved in beautiful condition.

Condition: II

Limit: 3000 EURO

3500 EURO