Prussia, State. A Küressier Helmet of the Line Regiment, M1867 Auction Archive thinly lacquered

thinly lacquered

6 - The Sands of Sicily

edge wear obscuring the regimental designation on the Crimea Medal

bearing a central upward-pointing winged arrow on a hollow background

naming soldiers in the article

Prussia, State. A Küressier Helmet of the Line Regiment, M1867 Auction Archive thinly lacqueredConstructed of a polished steel shell, with a rounded front peak and a three piece lobster neck guard, edged in brass trim. The crown features a tall steel spike secured in place with four rivets. Fastened to the peak of the helmet is a metal insignia measuring 14. 5 cm (w) x 15 cm (h), and bearing the Prussian eagle with a royal crown, FR (Fridericus Rex) on its breast, and a banner with the inscription MIT GOTT FUR KOENIG UND VATERLAND (With God For