South Africa, Union. A South African Police Helmet Plate, c.1926–1931 certificate_of_authenticity 129 of which died in

129 of which died in captivity (59 in Hong Kong and 70 in Japan)

swastika in the center with emanating rays

60 mm (w) x 70

culminating in a lacquered black vulcanfibre visor offering neck protection for the wearer

Klasse mit der Kriegsdekoration)

South Africa, Union. A South African Police Helmet Plate, c.1926–1931 certificate_of_authenticity 129 of which died in(South African Police Helmet Plate) a die stamped brass helmet plate constructed in the form of a wreath of laurel leaves surmounted by the Imperial Crown, the centre bearing a circular medallion with the arms of the Union of South Africa surrounded by a circlet inscribed SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE, the reverse retaining its original attachment lugs for mounting to a colonial police helmet, measuring 82. 4 mm (h) x 100. 5 mm (w), displaying light surface