Offered for sale here is an original WWII German tropical helmet eagle shield, worn on pith helmets used in tropical theaters such as North Africa. This example shows honest field wear, with visible age and use consistent with period service. The eagle retains good overall detail despite wear, giving it strong character and authenticity. The reverse shows that the attachment prongs are no longer present, a common occurrence with these thin metal shields over time. The piece remains a solid display example and is ideal for restoration, display, or as a representative example in a WWII collection.
Details:
Original WWII German tropical helmet eagle shield
Worn on pith/tropical helmets (Afrika Korps use)
Metal construction
Missing attachment prongs
Honest period wear and patina
Untouched, not repaired
Condition:
Shows moderate wear consistent with age and use. Prongs are missing on the reverse. Front retains visible detail and displays well.
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