Germany, Hj. A Winter Service Cap Archive holding the haft firmly in

holding the haft firmly in place

measuring 66 mm (w) x 66

on loop for suspension from its period original full size ribbon

hallmarked on the ring with boars head denoting French silver manufacture post 1838

constructed of bronze zink

Germany, Hj. A Winter Service Cap Archive holding the haft firmly in(HJ Wintermtze). A well preserved HJ winter service cap, constructed of black wool. The cap is surrounded by a fold down side panel, scalloped at the front, offering optional ear and neck protection for the wearer. When not in use, the panel is rolled up, with the front pinned with a decorative blackened and pebbled zink button. Pinned onto the peak of the cap is a badge consisting of a HJ diamond insignia constructed of silvered bronze with multi