A crest helmet for members of the Baden cavalry,... Lot 10395

A crest helmet for members of the Baden cavalry, circa 1840 High skull of coarse black leather (two halves, stitched at the crown) with gilt brass mountings (rubbed), attached green backed peak (front seam open). A griffin emblem in fine relief beneath a crown on the front, an "R" in relief on the oval shield. High, screwed comb with black horsehair trim. Leather-backed chinscales (central straps missing) on circular iron rosettes (probably replaced during the period of wear). Fine black leather flap lining (missing parts), the Baden coat of arms embossed under the front peak. Some fastening elements are missing or have been replaced. Partially damaged, signs of wear and age. Rare. Probably the helmet of a militia (Rastatt?) after the pattern of the Baden dragoon helmet. Condition: III