Description
a fine example in extremely fine condition
engraved numbering on reverse 6 o'clock 6120
with English type suspension (probably awarded to Irishman)
handle exhibiting moderate wear
in very fine condition and scarce to an Italian Officer
Germany, Heer. A Wehrmacht Heer (Army) Africa Corps Pith Helmet, C. 1942 United Republic of a fine example in extremely(Deutsches Afrika Korps Tropenhelm). Instituted 1940. Second Pattern. Constructed of dried pith, with an olive green felt exterior and red felt interior. It consists of a large dome with a large vented squatchee at the top, and with a large brim around the helmet. The brim is trimmed with a thin strip of dark green faux leather, and is covered on the underside by a green cotton liner. It is decorated by a matching olive green trim surrounding the edge