France - French colonial helmet Model 1931 - 1950s-60s

French colonial helmet Model 1931, Body in cork covered with khaki drill fabric, interior lining in emerald green cotton, sweatband in leather with a tie, brass ventilation rosette in the center, 2 ventilation eyelets on each side, original leather chinstrap with buckle. Original metal insignia in a flaming grenade with the letters RF (République Française) for colonial infantry / Troupes de Marine. Original blue wool band (bandeau) with normal wear. Size printed inside 55. Conditions: used, canvas with patina and light vintage dirt, blue band with wear fraying, soft and intact leather. No restoration. See photos, part of the description. Period: Indochina / early Algerian War 1950-60.

Estimate:£42.3

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