Brass Merryweather Pattern Fireman's Helmet for the 'Hong Ko...

by Peter Francis Auctioneers Ltd
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£3,000

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Brass Merryweather Pattern Fireman's Helmet for the 'Hong Kong Fire Brigade'. Of typical form with raised dragon comb vent mounted above plate featuring the letters 'HK-FB'. With leather liner and leather and brass chin strap adorned with rose bosses. The peak embellished with a metal ribbon engraved with the inscription: "Hong Kong - 20th March 1917 to 31st December 1919." (B.P. 21% + VAT)

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Comb missing screw/bolt. Chinstrap is incomplete and broken. Several dents to comb and helmet. Comb misshaped. Leather liner missing cord.

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Auction Date:
24th Jul 24 at 10am BST

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