Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue Auction The title "German Emperor" was

The title "German Emperor" was carefully chosen by Bismarck after discussion until (and after) the day of the proclamation

retaining much of its original crossgrain

reverse presents a single pin assembly with dual stays

One group photograph of members of Freikorps Freiwillige 12

consisting of a Maltese Cross with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed silver frame

Germany, Imperial. A Pair of Helmet Plates, Hesse and Prussia Issue Auction The title "German Emperor" was(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