Hesse-Kassel. A Brabant Cross Order Of The Iron Helmet, By Kumpff, 1814 Auction Archive the gilding remains mostly worn

the gilding remains mostly worn off

He was buried in Victoria (Ross Bay) Cemetery

late on April 9 or early on April 10 at the Battle of Vimy Ridge

Ribbons showing age and wear

Hesse-Kassel. A Brabant Cross Order Of The Iron Helmet, By Kumpff, 1814 Auction Archive the gilding remains mostly wornType I. Instituted on March 18th 1814. (Orden vom Eisernen Helm Brabant Kreuz). In silvered iron (magnetic); the obverse constructed of a traditional Brabant cross with a partial knightly armour attached to the front via two rivets on the reverse; on a loop for suspension from a very short period original ribbon accompanied by a slightly longer correct replacement ribbon; maker marked Kumpff on the reverse; measuring 46. 38 mm (w) x 66. 07 mm (h);