French Carabinier de la Garde Enlisted Helmet

Brass helmet shell with "German Silver" or "Maillechort" trim in excellent+ condition with no cracks or dents. The back of the shell is stamped with the "L" and the name of the maker "DELACHAUSSÉE". Front visor lined with thin tan "basane" leather that is a restored addition, Original leather lining to the back visor. Tall brass "cimier" with stamped-out Acanthus Leaves around the edges and Laurel Branches in its center. The Front of the helmet bears a stamped-out white metal/steel bandeau. In its center a brass grenade surounded by Palmettes. The emblem is fixed to the helmet shell with two screws.

The chinscales (or chains) are made of 19 brass rings interlaced in the shape of an "8". The end of the straps is made out of a small chain on one side a a hook on the other. Stamped-out Steel Rosaces with sun rays held to the helmet by a brass star and screw. A red "Chenille" tops the helmet (note the "Chenille" is a modern replacement). Inside liner is all original to this helmet, some tears after as can be seen on the picture otherwise complete. A very Rare Helmet that remains original to period besides the Chenille and font leather lining.

In november 1865 the Carabiniers were taken from two Regiments to one Regiment of the "Garde Imperiale".