United Kingdom. A Late 19th Century Scottish Fireman's Helmet, by Jas. Hendry Ltd Hold set within a blue enameled

set within a blue enameled ring bearing a gilt inscription of “FIDELITER ET CONSTANTER” (“FAITHFUL AND STEADFAST)

50 mm (w) x 60 mm (h)

8 mm (h) inclusive of its crown and swords suspension

In his Medical Case Sheet

was the sister of Nicolae Ceausescu

United Kingdom. A Late 19th Century Scottish Fireman's Helmet, by Jas. Hendry Ltd Hold set within a blue enameledA distinctive 19th century Scottish (or British) firemans helmet made of hardened black leather on brass with a high comb crest running from front to back and a long rear brim to shed water, reinforce the leather shell, and to deflect falling debris; this style was popularized by Edinburgh fire chief James Braidwood in the 1830s and spread to brigades across Britain. With a long rear neck guard, the extended back brim helped direct water and debris