Police Helmet

Durham County Constabulary c.1890. Spiked, four panelled regulation helmet with military style chin strap. Worn by Superintendents. Helmet plate is 1880 - 1902 issue, consisting of a circlet bearing the words " Durham County Constabulary " surrounded by a wreath. In the centre is the Durham Coat of Arms and the whole badge is surmounted by a Victorian Crown. Badge is made of brass. This was the first true Durham helmet plate.

IRN96365

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