Original British Victorian Busby Helmet with Liner & Chinscales - Size 7 Russian Flags likely a name

likely a name

or whether it is an assembly number

Cavalry during the 1870’s

the Royal Artillery (Field and Foot Units) adopted a tunic to replace the coatee in 1856

3rd Arm'd Div

Original British Victorian Busby Helmet with Liner & Chinscales - Size 7 Russian Flags likely a nameOriginal Item. Only One Available. This busby helmet constructed from black bearskin over a stout wicker cage is complete with a brass ringed original chinstrap and leather liner, something often missing from these. The helmet is void of any makers markings, but there is a tag on the interior with the number 7 drawn crudely, certainly the size marking. The helmet most likely dates from the early 20th century, and has the standard wicker basket inside