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Antique 19thC Metal Fire Fighter Helmet Eagle Patent Date 1889-97 Mecklenberg NY

$ 13.72

Availability: 100 in stock
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  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days

    Description

    Antique 19thC Metal Fire Helmet Eagle Patent Dates 1889-97 Mecklenberg, NY
    From an upstate, NY estate. Very decorative antique 19thC metal fire helmet or firefighter hat. Has an eagle at front point. Black paint over silver metal, definitely wearing with a great patina. Crest is missing, but estate identifies that is was worn by a fire fighter from the Mecklenberg, NY rescue squad. Has patent date tag on interior, with worn red felt lining. Also, faded size sticker that appears to read “7 1/2.”
    Hat itself measures approx 8” tall x 13 7/8” x 11”.
    Hat opening rim measures approx 8.25”x 6.75”z
    G condition overall. Eagle is one sided / bent / with crack at neck. Lots of paint wear / patina. And again, crest is missing.
    Please see photos for more detail, and please note that color may vary slightly due to different formatting of device screens. Please feel free to be in touch with any questions you may have about this item.
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