FIREFIGHTER HELMET OF THE CITY OF PARIS, model of December 10, 1885 with 1909 model plate, Third Republic. 24520

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FIREFIGHTER HELMET OF THE CITY OF PARIS, model of December 10, 1885 with 1909 model plate, Third Republic. 24520

Entirely made of brass. Spherical shell edged at the bottom with a prominent welt. Visor and neck protector welded to the shell at the bottom, folded over themselves to form a rim. Neck protector stamped with "1132." Crest with prominent moldings adorned with a flaming bomb on the front, attached to the shell by eight screws. Front plate featuring a shield stamped with the arms of the City of Paris, with a crown and a ribbon at the top bearing the inscription "FLUCTUAT NET MERGITUR" framed by oak and laurel branches tied together by a ribbon to which the Legion of Honour awarded to the City of Paris on October 9, 1900 is attached. Interior lining in black waxed leather with nine wolf teeth.

France.
Third Republic.
Good condition, some dents on the shell, missing chin strap, worn interior lining, helmet from family estate, never cleaned.

Reference : 24520

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