Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Lothians and Berwickshire Yeomanry Cavalry Other Ranks 1871 Pattern Helmet c. 1888-1901, the white metal skull complete with all brass fittings, brass trim around bottom edge, the fine quality frontal plate displays crowned Garter motto enclosing the star of the Order of the Thistle this with ‘VR’ centre, attendant thistle sprays, a four part title below again over thistle sprays ‘Lothians And Berwickshire Yeomanry Cavalry’, correct pattern rose side ornaments, leather bound chin chain, correct plume holder and base, oak leaf pattern back strap, white horse hair plume, stout leather sweat band with ink inscription ‘Reed’, very slight denting to the left hand side of the skull otherwise very good condition £500-700