Canada, Dominion. An 8Th Battalion, "Royal Rifles" Helmet Plate, C.1877 Auction R 257” on the obverse

R 257” on the obverse

the reverse with a central white enameled medallion bearing a gilt monogram of King Friedrich Wilhelm IV

the reverse offers a single vertical pin with makers mark of VINC

a 1931 SA Rally Braunschweig badge

Captain in September 1903 and Major in July 1915

Canada, Dominion. An 8Th Battalion, "Royal Rifles" Helmet Plate, C.1877 Auction R 257” on the obverseIn die stamped patinated bronze, unmarked, measuring 78 mm (w) x 109. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks evident on the "8", residue buildup overall in the recessed areas on the obverse, better than very fine. Footnote: The Royal Rifles of Canada originated in Quebec City, Canada East, on February 28, 1862, when The 8th Battalion, Volunteer Militia Rifles, Canada was authorized. It was re designated the 8th or Stadacona Volunteer Militia Rifles