India. A Sikh Ceremonial Kirpan Hold Residue evident on the reverse

Residue evident on the reverse of all four items from previous board mounting

for assignment to the U

An interesting and well-preserved Luftwaffe M40 Stahlhelm (steel helmet)

inscribed “Sincere Et Constanter” (Latin - Sincere and resistant) in gold capital letters

India. A Sikh Ceremonial Kirpan Hold Residue evident on the reverseA Kirpan (small ceremonial dagger), a curved steel blade measuring 225 mm in length, demonstrating etched decorations on both sides. The blade is attached to a bone handle with a brass curling crossguard, and an eagles head pommel. A thin brass chain connects the pommel to the crossguard. The overall length is 335 mm. The kirpan demonstrates light wear to the blade and handle, remains in overall very fine condition.