INDIAN WARS US M1881 SPIKE HELMET INFANTRY

Indian Wars era Model 1881 cork or pith lightweight hot weather helmet with spike, wreath, plain spiked buttons, and Infantry horn on the front. Marked inside with paper size tag 7 1/8. Red cloth lining, leather sweatband, brass spike and wreath. Stitched fabric lined and leather piped brim. Cap insignia appears to be gold painted lead. Shows wear at the edges, some stitching has come loose on the lining, part of the spike is spilt, and discoloration khaki or white. Very Good