Object detail
Description
Pressed metal helmet, basin-like in appearance and black in colour. Underside has leather and rubber fittings for head and a canvas chin strap.
Classification
ARMS & ARMOUR Armour helmet
Measurements
L305 x W285 x H120 mm
Media/Materials description
Indeterminate (Metals - Indeterminate) Leather (Animal/Human Remains) Paint (Surface Treatments) Canvas (Textiles)
Signature/Marks
R.P/T
OS 656
OS 656
History and use
Air Raid Warden's helmet as supplied to certain Queensland Railways' staff during World War II.
Uploaded to the Web 27 May 2011.
Uploaded to the Web 27 May 2011.
Registration number
R951