^Lot 722 British Army Colonial patten Pith Helmet.

1) British Army Boer War, Zulu Wars period pith helmet, constructed of a cork shell with a tan-colored canvas twill exterior lining .Colonial Pattern helmet with four panels rather than the more usual and authorized six panels. This example is to an Other Ranks The helmet has a partially protruding front visor and rear neck protector. Wrapped around the helmet is tan-colored band. Thin brown leather chinstrap. Holes for Regiment plate in front. Unmarked.