Original French Model 1874 Plated Brass Cuirassier Helmet Shell with Horsehair Tail & Red Plume Swords an illuminant candle

an illuminant candle

with just a bit of moth damage to the very rear of the cap crown

with light wear consistent with use in service and storage

converted from percussion to cartridge

Original French Model 1874 Plated Brass Cuirassier Helmet Shell with Horsehair Tail & Red Plume Swords an illuminant candleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful French Model 1874 Cuirassier Helmet, with a rare nickel plated brass shell, something that we do not often see. The examples we have had are almost always made from steel. Attached to this is a brass comb embossed with beaded fluting that terminates with a "Head of Medusa" design. The comb is fitted with the correct black horsehair tail, and is fitted with a red feather cockade plume on the left