A Kürassier (Heavy Cavalry) metal helmet made of nickel-steel
dated "1939" on the rear centrepiece
peeling back of the white satin fabric overlying the hinged area
the right cuff with an Afrika Korps cufftitle sewn in place
Condition of the prints and the stereoscope are fine
Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 Hold A Kürassier (Heavy Cavalry) metalInstituted January 1, 1806 by Maximilian Joseph. In silver gilt, a white enamelled Maltese cross, the obverse medallion presents a blue enamelled field with the inscription MJ, the reverse presents the orders motto VIRTUTI PRO PATRIA on a blue enamelled background, the badge is suspended from a large gilt crown, measures 15. 80mm (w) x 32. 25mm (h inclusive of crown suspension and integral ring), weighs 2. 5 grams, enamels intact, integral ring