Portugal. A First War Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet Republic of one of the grandest yet

one of the grandest yet one of the most awful sights I have ever seen

designating him as "Category A" (Fit for General Service)

Worcester County

A large decorative button

unmarked but demonstrating the characteristics of a Type 6 badge produced by Friedrich Linden

Portugal. A First War Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet Republic of one of the grandest yetA fine example of the rare Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet, in thin stamped steel, presenting the recognizable ribbed design on the crown with ventilation holes around the brim, the interior presents several grommets where a sweatband would have been and the connection for the chin strap (both missing). The helmet measures 313mm (l) x 259 mm (w) x 132 mm (h), exhibiting wear and rusting throughout, missing the interior components, remains near very fine