Europe, first half of the 17th century. - Lot 31

Lot n° 31
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Europe, first half of the 17th century. - Lot 31
Europe, first half of the 17th century. Cavalryman or harquebusier's cap. In wrought iron. The stamp of a single piece, with reinforcing ribs and flat crown provided with a ring. The nape of the neck is flared like a lobster tail with four scales. Fixed peak visor with hemmed edges and adjustable nosepiece. It is stamped with an "M" on the outside and "o V I" on the inside. Nosepiece held in place by a clip and a butterfly screw, the upper part stamped with an "R". Earmuffs pierced, the left earmuff missing. The whole in its original tan with small traces of oxidation flower rust in places. Capelin in its uncovered condition, never in collection before. Probably German manufacture. Average height 25 x width 26 x length 44 cm. (the straps of fixation of the earmuffs are weakened, good condition). Note : typical helmet of the Thirty Years War (1618-1648) or the English Civil War (1642-1651).
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