Germany, Imperial. A Prussian Military Official’s Helmet Plate Newly Listed painted forest green on the

painted forest green on the obverse

to recognize troops from Australia

in gilt and enamels

then embarked from Lahaine Meads

consisting of a German national eagle executed in exceptional detail

Germany, Imperial. A Prussian Military Official’s Helmet Plate Newly Listed painted forest green on the(Preuen Helmadler). Constructed of gilded brass, the obverse consisting of a vaulted Prussian imperial eagle, clutching an orb and sceptre and bearing a central raised monogram, the reverse retaining two screwposts, one of which retains an original nut and washer, unmarked, measuring 12 cm (w) x 10. 5 cm (h), in near extremely fine condition.