Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue Hold In bronze or bronzed metal

In bronze or bronzed metal

Bronze Decoration)

The scabbard mounts are in excellent condition throughout

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crazing evident in the white enamels on four of the five star points

Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue Hold In bronze or bronzed metal(Helmwappen). A pair of helmet plates, including: 1. A Prussian shako plate, constructed of gilded brass, the obverse consisting of a Prussian imperial eagle clutching an orb and sceptre, the obverse bearing a central monogram and overlaid by a banner bearing an inscription of MIT GOTT FR KOENIG UND VATERLAND (WITH GOD FOR KING AND FATHERLAND), the reverse retaining both U shaped lugs, unmarked, measuring 10. 5 cm (w) x 9. 5 cm (h), demonstrating