A Scarce First War Austro-Hungarian Calvary Nco's Side Cap Auction but upon further research

but upon further research

/ GAVE HIS LIFE FOR HIS COUNTRY / 18/2/18 / AND IS BURIED AT Barlin Comm

other in black grade

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marked 4 on the vertical pinback

A Scarce First War Austro-Hungarian Calvary Nco's Side Cap Auction but upon further researchA Scarce First War Austro Hungarian Calvary NCO's Side Cap This cap is a rare and very uncommon example of a highly desirable Austrian Hungarian Cavalry Side Cap for NCO's. It has recently been recovered from an older collection in Europe. Produced in a deep red felt exhibiting only small period tears and wear; period repair to top ridge. The cap features an intacted black leather interior band that shows period use; minimal cracking and it remains