{"product_id":"imperial-german-prussian-m1895-artillery-pickelhaube-kugelhelm-wwi","title":"Imperial, German Prussian, M1895 Artillery Pickelhaube (Kugelhelm), Original WWI Era","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Rare, Complete Imperial German Artillery Pickelhaube — Ready to Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew pieces of militaria command a room like an original Pickelhaube. This \u003cstrong\u003eImperial German Prussian M1895 Artillery Kugelhelm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete, all-original example issued to other ranks (\u003cem\u003eMannschaften\u003c\/em\u003e), dating to the pre-First World War period and carried into early WWI service. It is the kind of piece serious collectors spend years searching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Example Exceptional\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete with all original components\u003c\/strong\u003e — detachable Kugel (ball-top) finial, black lacquered leather body, and correct brass fittings throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrussian spread eagle plate\u003c\/strong\u003e bearing the \"FR\" cipher and the banner \u003cem\u003e\"Mit Gott für König und Vaterland\"\u003c\/em\u003e, surmounted by the royal crown — authentic Prussian issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully functional Kugel finial\u003c\/strong\u003e — removable to allow for parade plume attachment, exactly as originally intended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich, developed patina\u003c\/strong\u003e — honest service wear that enhances rather than detracts from its authenticity and display presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall condition is \u003cstrong\u003every good for its age\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lacquer and fittings show honest service wear consistent with a working military helmet of this period. No significant damage. Some elements have been sympathetically restored or replaced, whilst the helmet retains its original character throughout. A solid, displayable example that would grace any serious militaria collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany  |  \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e c.1895–1918\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pickelhaube is one of the most iconic and instantly recognisable forms of Imperial German military headgear. This artillery variant — identified by its distinctive Kugel finial in place of the infantry spike — represents the Prussian Artillery branch at the height of the German Empire, from the late 19th century through the First World War. Pieces of this completeness and quality are increasingly difficult to source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost objects sold in our gallery are antiques, vintage, or used and will show signs of age and honest wear. Please refer to the photographs, which form part of the description. Overseas buyers may be required to pay import duties, taxes, or fees applicable in their country. All items are meticulously wrapped for UK and international shipping. Overseas buyers, please contact us for courier charges.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leans Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56219143340380,"sku":"Helmet , German, WWI Prussian, Prussian M1895 Artillery Pickelhaube - Kugelhelm","price":575.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/8945\/2380\/files\/untitled--2_34cba6dc-9328-418a-b174-343626e87026.jpg?v=1774437677","url":"https:\/\/leansgallery.com\/products\/imperial-german-prussian-m1895-artillery-pickelhaube-kugelhelm-wwi","provider":"Leans Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}