Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac in four grades: Grand Commander

in four grades: Grand Commander (GCFR)

Soe loss of paint and material fatigue to the leather features are evident

The medal could be claimed by next-of-kin of those who died in or since the war

including a round

Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac in four grades: Grand Commander(Helmwappen). A pair of helmet plates, including: 1. A Prussian shako plate, constructed of gilded brass, the obverse consisting of a Prussian imperial eagle clutching an orb and sceptre, the obverse bearing a central monogram and overlaid by a banner bearing an inscription of MIT GOTT FR KOENIG UND VATERLAND (WITH GOD FOR KING AND FATHERLAND), the reverse retaining both U shaped lugs, unmarked, measuring 10. 5 cm (w) x 9. 5 cm (h), demonstrating