Other Ranks Volunteers White Metal Cross Piece Base Top Fitting for 1878 Pattern Helmet

A die struck white metal cross piece base with a central rose to top through which the spike or ball is inserted and screwed. Four smaller roses one at each end of the arms of the cross, four additional holes for ventilation and a retaining hook at the reverse for securing the chin strap when not in use. 4 original long copper loops for fitting to the helmet. Some bending and wrinkling from service wear and one small crack in the metal on the back facing arm of the cross piece, otherwise in reasonable condition and a useful item for a project or restoration.

Code: 64717