Royal Marine Artillery ( RMA ) Other Ranks large brass helmet plate, circa 1878-1905

A good die-stamped brass large flaming grenade the ball bearing laurel wreath surmounted by a scroll inscribed “ Gibraltar ”; within the wreath a strap inscribed “ Per mare per terram ”; globe in relief to centre. Fouled anchor to base of wreath. Two loops, but please note bottom loop has been professionally replaced. Strengthening strip to neck of grenade as is typical of this badge. Worn until 1905 when the white helmet was adopted. Very large at circa 12.3cm tall and 6.5cm diameter (across globe) / 7.4cm wide cross the widest part of the flames.

K&K Vol 1 No 1106 refers.

Code: 55879