Germany, SS. A Rare Waffen-SS M40 Steel Helmet, Single Decal and Owner-Attributed Example, by Eisenhüttenwerke Thale United Republic of An original presentation case of

An original presentation case of issue for an Order of Pius IX

numbered "27335" on the front cover

so that he would be able "to return to Civil Life

3 mm (h) inclusive of its bow-tied ribbon suspension

the silvering is still frosted

Germany, SS. A Rare Waffen-SS M40 Steel Helmet, Single Decal and Owner-Attributed Example, by Eisenhüttenwerke Thale United Republic of An original presentation case of(Waffen SS Stahlhelm M40). A rare and well preserved Waffen SS M40 steel helmet, constructed of a magnetic molybdenum steel shell which retains the majority of its original dark grey paint. The shell is flanked on each side by an integral ventilation hole, while three rivets are distributed around the outer circumference to firmly hold the interior fixtures in place. Situated just below the right ventilation hole is a partially intact decal consisting