Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue Auction retaining much of its original

retaining much of its original crossgrain

The title "German Emperor" was carefully chosen by Bismarck after discussion until (and after) the day of the proclamation

the other of a Woman with a Soldier (in black and white

consisting of a Maltese Cross with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed silver frame

the reverse with three visible prongs securing the obverse applique in place

Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue Auction retaining much of its original(Helmwappen). A pair of helmet plates, including: 1. A Prussian shako plate, constructed of gilded brass, the obverse consisting of a Prussian imperial eagle clutching an orb and sceptre, the obverse bearing a central monogram and overlaid by a banner bearing an inscription of MIT GOTT FR KOENIG UND VATERLAND (WITH GOD FOR KING AND FATHERLAND), the reverse retaining both U shaped lugs, unmarked, measuring 10. 5 cm (w) x 9. 5 cm (h), demonstrating