Germany, Imperial. A Stirnpanzer, Battle-Damaged Example Auction In stamped brass with silvered

In stamped brass with silvered brass centre insignia affixed by 3 prongs

one measuring 239x180mm

Ash joined the Royal Fleet Reserve on June 15

A two-piece construction badge of bronze and red enamel

2-25 PJBIS

Germany, Imperial. A Stirnpanzer, Battle-Damaged Example Auction In stamped brass with silvered(Stirnpanzer). A rare Stirnpanzer (forehead armour), constructed of magnetic iron with a curvature fitted to the M1916, M1917, and M1918 Stahlhelme, retaining some of its original slate grey paint, flanked on each side by mounting brackets to accommodate an underlying helmets lugs, with additional eyelets for the use of a strap, unmarked, measuring 24 cm (w) x 19 cm (h), demonstrating a large and irregular chip to the upper edge consistent with combat