A Rare Mid 1800’S Ottoman-Egyptian Khedive’s “Iron Men” Bodyguard Helmet By Wilkinson & Co. Auction Archive Iron Cross Second Class 1870

Iron Cross Second Class 1870

1896 in Berlin

mounted to asuspension bar with swing bar pinback as worn by the veteran

The book has a solid spine with little wear

A Rare Mid 1800’S Ottoman-Egyptian Khedive’s “Iron Men” Bodyguard Helmet By Wilkinson & Co. Auction Archive Iron Cross Second Class 1870This is a rare, wonderfully preserved, and untouched example of a Khedives Body Guard Palace Guard helmet. It is handcrafted of brass and magnetic iron, with the core of the helmet being made out of plain iron, and sporting a brass topper on the crown of the helmet, complete with a crescent final, and very sharp tips. The helmet is round in shape with a beaver tail neck guard towards the rear, with brass trim around the edges. The side band is crafted