China, Republic. A Firefighter Helmet, c. 1900 Newly Listed for issue to officers and

for issue to officers and men of the Royal Navy

the cap measures approximately 230 mm (w) x 240 mm (l) x 150 mm (h)

being 1) An Iron Cross 1914 ribbon

Verdienstkreuz am Bande des Verdienstordens)

(Fürstlich Reußisches Ehrenkreuz I

China, Republic. A Firefighter Helmet, c. 1900 Newly Listed for issue to officers andA well used example of a Chinese helmet, constructed of painted copper, with a rounded front and back peak. The crown features a painted copper comb, decorated with floral designs, secured in place with six rivets. Fastened to the peak of the helmet is a metal insignia measuring 115 mm (h) x 85 mm (w), and bearing Chinese insignia. The interior does not include any liner. The helmet is unmarked and measures 24 cm (h) x 30 cm (l) x 20 cm (w) and shows