Germany, Hj. A Winter Service Cap Archive 12 o’clock arm presenting clasp

12 o’clock arm presenting clasp engraving 25-SEPBRE 1909 (September 25

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

measuring 66 mm (w) x 66

mostly illegible except for the title FLIGERABWEHRBALLON and the date 4 July 1917

Germany, Hj. A Winter Service Cap Archive 12 o’clock arm presenting clasp(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