Description:

Central/Western Europe, Germany, probably Bavaria, 30 Years War period, ca. 1618 to 1648 CE. A hefty wrought-iron sapper helmet used by members of German Engineer Battalions when repairing equipment or artillery on the battlefield's front lines. The domed design has a squat central crest, a pair of pointed carbon-steel brims attached via dozens of peripheral rivets which also secure an interior leather lining on the interior. A pair of riveted ear flaps are suspended via thick leather panels and have narrow leather loops near the curved bottom that held a chin strap at one time. Great patina has formed across the surfaces. Size: 16.75" L x 8.625" W x 6.5" H (42.5 cm x 21.9 cm x 16.5 cm)

Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired in April 2008; ex-Hermann Historica International Auctions, Munchen, Germany (April 15, 2008, lot 5755)

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#153522

  • Condition: Original chin strap missing. Expected desiccation to leather commensurate with age with some tearing. Minor pitting and abrasions to brims, helmet body, and ear flaps, with slight bending to overall form of brims, and light encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits and great patina throughout.

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