Object number
7809.3
Title
Other Ranks Victorian helmet plate of the 2nd Gloster and Bristol Engineer Volunteers.
Description
Other Ranks Victorian white metal helmet plate of the 2nd Gloster and Bristol Engineer Volunteers. The plate features the English crest, flanked by the lion and unicorn. This is encircled by the words 'SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE', while the crest is topped with the crown and lion. There are garlands at the base and the words 'DIEN ET MON DROIT' Below that reads '2ND GLOSTER'; with 'BRISTOL ENGINEER VOLUNTEERS' at the bottom of the scroll.
Date
1881 - 1881
Production period
Victorian
Dimensions
- Height: 84 mm
- Width: 84 mm