Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition original WWII Japanese Army type 98 tropical sun pith helmet. It still retains a wonderful form with internal bamboo wicker construction. Comes with original pentagonal brass army star insignia pin to the front. Helmet has part of the original suspension system and original chinstrap. Well marked original labels inside with faint kanji characters. Close reading shows a faint 昭 和 十 八 年 marking on the label, for Year 18 of the Showa Era, or 1943.
Condition is definitely worn, showing wear around the rim, with overall staining and dirt. This is definitely not a helmet that was sitting on a shell during the war. The upper suspension string is present, however the lower liner tie string is missing, though it could probably be replaced.
An very nice WWII Japanese battle-worn jungle pith helmet for your WWII collection. Ready to display!
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