Czechoslovakia. A Steel Helmet Camouflage Cover Archive A first war period commemorative

A first war period commemorative badge for an Iron Cross (Eisernes Kreuz)

silver lion's head overlaying a bronze and blue enamelled base

Measuring 82x123mm

in very fine condition but with all of its original silvering worn off

Czechoslovakia. A Steel Helmet Camouflage Cover Archive A first war period commemorativeA rare Czechoslovakian steel helmet cover, constructed of a heavy cotton blend died on both the obverse and reverse in a German Wehrmacht style splinter pattern (Splittertarn) mottle, each side bearing seven integral loops for the insertion of vegetation for optional additional camouflage, the edge featuring an interior channel through which is looped a drawstring for secure attachment to a helmet, with construction indicating possible use on a