22nd Contemporary History Auction

Bidding on 1231 lots has ended on 15th April 2018. 84% of all lots sold

0233 |

Wehrmacht steel helmet miniature - proxy marriage

Wehrmacht steel helmet miniature - proxy marriage

LOT 30-0233
SOLD
Auction ended        14th April 2018  |  04:34 pm CEST
RESULT
92,00
EXCL. BUYER’S PREMIUM: 17,5 %

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LOT 30-0233
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LOT 30-0233
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Description

Wehrmacht miniature steel helmet. Used for military proxy marriages.

Gilded aluminium steel helmet with both decals. Many soldiers were unable to attend their own wedding during wartime. At the wedding ceremony, the bride puts her hand on the helmet and takes the marriage vow in his absence. The government recognized the vow as official.

Size: 9.5x5 cm.

Good condition. 


 


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