1ST ADMINISTRATIVE BATTALION HANTS RIFLE VOLUNTEERS OFFICER’S HELMET PLATE 1878 - 1880. A very rare example, crowned star back plate with laurel overlays, in the centre a circular strap ‘1st A.Bn Hants Rifle Vols’ enclosing a strung bugle horn this on a ground of black velvet, two out of three loop fasteners remain, very good condition
£300-400
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THE HAMPSHIRE REGIMENT 2ND VOLUNTEER BATTALION VICTORIAN OFFICER’S HELMET PLATE C. 1883 - 1901. A fine and rare example in silver plate, QVC back plate overlaid with laurel and Garter mounts, in the centre on a ground of black velvet the Royal Tiger within laurel sprays, on the base of the laurels a double unit title, three loop fasteners, very fine condition