Original French 1st Empire Napoleonic Model 1810 Other Ranks Cuirassier Helmet dated 1812 - As Found Vintage Signs probably after the Sutlej Campaign

probably after the Sutlej Campaign of 1846 in gratitude for Nepal's assistance in the war

The stock's distinctive "cow's foot" butt was modified with a much more straightened design

Once declared as obsolete and available for sale as surplus

though it is deteriorated from age

Assuming this was not an accident we have what can be called a “combat pedigree”

Original French 1st Empire Napoleonic Model 1810 Other Ranks Cuirassier Helmet dated 1812 - As Found Vintage Signs probably after the Sutlej CampaignOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a remarkable find, out of the wood work and offered just as it has been found. This is an Other Ranks, (Regular Trooper not an Officer's) steel and brass Cavalry helmet from Napoleon Bonaparte's heavy cavalry, known as "CUIRASSIERS". The steel dome is very clearly dated on the right rear with the date 1812 under V, and is also marked on the other side rear with its serial number 563. The helmet bowl is sound and