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I share my recent collection, King's Dragoon Guard Helmet 1854. I have a number of questions for knowledgeable friends in the forum: 1) The Garter Star is very dark. Is it because the silver is oxidized with age? If so how to restore the white/silver color? 2) The outer rim of the Garter...

After visiting the Cavalry museum in Saumur, I am inspired to collect French cavalry helmets. Although Napoleon’s French Army were defeated, these helmets and their armor were interesting. I would be grateful if fellow members can help answer these questions: 1) How to clean and straighten...

I joined the forum and I highly appreciate the expertise and sharing of splendid collection of historic headdresses. I have acquired a Victorian household cavalry officer’s helmet. From literature and photo research online, the post-1871 helmet had a few changes: Omitted the peak gilt...