Original Imperial German WWI Hessian Infanterie-Leib-Regiment “Großherzogin” Nr. 117 Officer’s Pickelhaube with Rare 1697-1897 Anniversary Wappen Martini-Henry Rifle coupled with overwhelming firepower

coupled with overwhelming firepower

The intricate brass helmet plate bearing the regiment title is covered in glorious battle honors the last of which were in the South African war of 1899-1902 allowing us to accurately date the helmet to1902

In nice tight condition with polished steel finish and some old pitting marks evident

The five day trip across the Atlantic was reported as uneventful

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Original Imperial German WWI Hessian Infanterie-Leib-Regiment “Großherzogin” Nr. 117 Officer’s Pickelhaube with Rare 1697-1897 Anniversary Wappen Martini-Henry Rifle coupled with overwhelming firepowerOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an impressive privately purchased Imperial German officers Pickelhaube associated with Infanterie Leib Regiment Groherzogin (3. Groherzoglich Hessisches) Nr. 117 of the Grand Duchy of Hesse. Its most distinctive feature is the gilt Hessian lion wappen bearing the dates 1697 and 1897, commemorating the 200th anniversary of the regiment. The helmet retains its officer fittings, Hessian and Reich cockades,