it is safe to assume that this helmet once belonged to a German DAK soldier and was sent home as war booty
two oak leaves on both the left and right sides
an allusion to the Vulgate translation of Romans 8:35
measuring 44 mm (w) x 48 mm (h)
1870 as well as 18 for Gold content with worn hallmarks on large suspension ring
Chile, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Iv Class Officer, C.1925 Hold it is safe to assume(Orden del Mrito). Instituted in 1906. Type IV (1925 1929). In silver with blue enamels, unmarked, measuring 42 mm (w) x 54. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its Andean condor suspension, intact enamels, very light contact, large rosette affixed to its original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on September 4, 1906 and is awarded for meritorious service provided by foreigners to the Republic of Chile, in five grades: Grand