Antique original Chinese made pith helmet, otherwise known as a sun helmet. The brim is fabric covered cork and does have some damage. I would consider the entire helmet to be very very fragile. The paper manufacturers tag inside is similar to tags found in Japanese helmets. Which roughly translates to Produced by the factory of Guangda Industrial Co. I do not know exactly when the helmet was produced, who would have worn it, and whether it is a military helmet or not. The closest match I have found online was described as a Chinese made helmet for use in Imperial Japan. This helmet appears to fit the same description, but I consider it to be an unknown as I have no proof that it was used by Japan and no year of manufacture. Photographed in natural daylight. Photos may not accurately represent actual colors. Photos are of actual items you will receive. Please see photos for condition. I can send more photos if needed. Please keep an eye on my other listings to see more rare patches, helmets, and other military collectibles for sale. If you need more pictures, just ask. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “keylimedavid” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Theme: Militaria
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
- Country/Region of Manufacture: China
[028456] (Americana – 20th Century – Military History – World War I – Medical History – Nursing – Red Cross). 1919 – 1920 Photograph Album of Irene Muir Farrell of the American Red Cross, with Related Ephemera. Europe: Over 130 photographs, of varying formats and mostly small snapshots, with several 3″ x 5″ examples. The images are tipped-in at the top edge; some are identified on the front lower edge front; often, they are further identified on the backs of the images, the text visible when slightly raised. Including: retreat, the Coburg post office; retreat of forces, the Rhine; polo and the donut tent with volunteers, various soldiers at ease; the M. Canteen; Ostend & Versailles; Strasbourg; bombed buildings, including the library at Louvain; 8. Also, laid-in is a hand-written invitation card, on Y. Beranger Gardens American Officers Club Tours – France imprint, The Hostesses request the honor of your company to meet General and Madame Regnechot (&) General and Mrs. Connor Friday Afternoon. About 3. ½ size, with the hand-addressed plain envelope addressed to Miss Farrell at H. (with) her Worker’s Permit identification booklet also laid-in. This document gave her permission while under the governance of military law, to work among the American Troops for the American Red Cross; it bears her name, passport number and signed photograph. Very worn, split along the old fold lines; still about fair to good condition; about 3. 3/8″ x 5″ size, printed in English & French on red paper. (also) A loose newspaper clipping laid-in has the M’Crae’Flanders’ Field’ poem. 5 3/4″ x 8 1/4″ size; bound in dark brown flexible cloth over cardstock boards, oblong format, bound with black cord. Some edge, tips wear and fading to the cloth; one small photo torn, a few loosened from their moorings; in very good condition overall. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “475today” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
1936 ANNAM VIETNAM INDOCHINA CAMBODIA FRANCE MILITARY AGRICULTURAL MERIT KNIGHT BREAST BADGE MEDAL SILVER RARE! This medal was awarded by the Annamese court for meritorious services rendered in the promotion and development of agricultural matters. It is structured in three classes (Commander, Officer and Knight). The square design is bordered by a blue Greek key design. The center consists of a stylized design of yellow rice grains and green leaves with a red sun set in the background. The reverse design is similar, but bears four Chinese characters, which read BESTOWED BY THE EMPEROR above and BRILLIANT AGRICULTURE below. ORDER OF AGRICULTURAL MERIT. I-Tinh / Ordre du Mérite Agricole three classes – established March 2, 1936. Services rendered to agriculture. Squarish badge, with cravat or suspension ribbon. Around the edge a Greek key design in blue, with below a partly rounded protrusion and above a square cut Greek key pyramidal design leading to the suspension link, and in the center square a stylized design of yellow rice grain and green leaves against a setting red sun, with wavy lines going out at an angle perhaps representing hills or clouds in a colored area, with wavy horizontal lines below perhaps representing paddy water. Save, except center square has four Chinese-style characters in seal writing, the two above in yellow reading S? ” (bestowed by the emperor), and the two below in red reading “Ming-Nông (brilliant agriculture). This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “cotyora52″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Vietnam
- Modified Item: No
Vtg US Pre-WWII Equipment Bag. Vintage US pre-WWII equipment bag that measures about 30″ x 20″ at the longest points. It is a very large duffel type bag with buckles on the back and straps that go over the top. The bag is very dirty with lots of stains and spots all over. A lot of the stains look like water stains or possibly mud stains, but it is basically covered with them. The hardware is a bit discolored and blackened and the bottom left strap is coming loose a bit at the top seams. Please look through photos to get a good idea of overall condition. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “raerstuff” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
Military 1934 Sterling Silver 83rd Field Artillery Spring Horse Show Trophy Tray. Very nice vintage military trophy. See photos for what you will receive. Has some wear including some dents. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “jttoys101″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
Four beautiful French pre-WW2 era military badges. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “shlepad” and is located in this country: CA. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: France
73 WW1 German military buttons & plates. All from one US soldiers collection. SCAN over the photos. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “eatwell4life” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
