Saxony, Kingdom. A Helmet Plate United Republic of 31 mm x 39

31 mm x 39

translated by Erhan Uzsay

yellow and dark blue enamels

Soviet Captured

framed by the Latin inscription "IVDAEA CAPTA" (Judaea Captive)

Saxony, Kingdom. A Helmet Plate United Republic of 31 mm x 39(Helmemblem). Constructed of brass, the obverse consisting of an eight pointed radiant starburst, bearing a central wreathed and crowned Saxon coat of arms, the reverse with two sets of butterfly clips securing the obverse applique in place, retaining one of two attachment loops, unmarked, measuring 12 cm (w) x 12 cm (h), demonstrating loss of finish to the base metal and period repairs to the attachment loops, in better than very fine condition.