Germany, Heer. An M40 Stahlhelm, By Eisenhüttenwerke Thale Auction 9061" on the edge

9061" on the edge

the reverse medallion is flat and presents a rampant left facing crowned lion

with a needle for attachment on one end

The stem is the flat crochet-like type and the lower ball is a bullion and alternating green yarn type

Germany, Heer. An M40 Stahlhelm, By Eisenhüttenwerke Thale Auction 9061" on the edge(Heer Stahlhelm M40). A well preserved Heer M40 Stahlhelm, constructed of a single sheet of magnetic molybdenum steel. Three rivets are distributed around the exterior circumference of the shell, securing in place the interior fixtures, while the helmet is also flanked on each side by integral ventilation shafts. The exterior retains an unusual medium green painted finish with a semi mottled appearance applied post manufacture, and demonstrates no