Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

French Brass Fireman'S Helmet, Late 19TH C., Horsehair Plume

Price realized
$308
Pre-sale estimate
$200 – $400
Hammer price
$250
Category
Historical & Political Memorabilia
Sold
May 2, 2026
Sale
DAY 2- MAY 2026 "TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER"

Lot description

French Fireman's Helmet, last quarter 19th c., a national model in brass with a raised comb faced with a Medusa mask, black horsehair plume, the front plate with a flaming grenade above the centered "RF" set on two crossed cannons, brass br

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.