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Lot 111
Model 1881 U. S. Army Enlisted Infantry Helmet
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Size 6 7/8 label on interior sweatband, its blue felt shell fitted with a hexagonal fluted spike on an oak leaf base; the front with a large American eagle and shield hat plate; leather band fitted brass roundels stamped with crossed rifles designating infantry.

Height 11 in.

Small areas of discoloration to sweatband; gilt losses to left roundel; felt cover intact with no signs of mothing; some minor splits and losses to leather rim along the bottom; overall very good condition.