Offered is an authentic Prussian Model 1897 officers Pickelhaube (spiked helmet) dating to the World War I period, complete with its original Uberzug (protective felt/cloth cover). This helmet represents the classic Prussian officers dress and field headgear used at the outbreak of the Great War and is a significant piece for collectors of Imperial German militaria.

The shell is the correct Brass body typical of officer-grade 1897 patterns and retains the original spike mounting. The helmet wears a period Uberzuga fitted cloth cover that was commonly used in the field to reduce glare, protect the finish, and provide concealment. The cover fits the shell closely and shows authentic wear and age appropriate to a wartime example.

Interior details include the original fabric liner and Leather chinstrap with brass adornments, which show expected age patina and service use. Exterior fittingsspike base, frontplate mount, and trimpresent honest surface wear, with areas of finish loss and age toning consistent with frontline service and storage.

Model 1897 Pickelhauben are an important transitional item in German military headgear history, bridging late-19th century parade dress and the practical changes forced by modern warfare. Examples with original Uberzuge are especially desirable because they illustrate how officers adapted parade equipment for field conditions.

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• Estimate - Range: 800-1000