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798 - Belgian musician’s shako badge, c.
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Estimate €40 - €100
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Description
Belgian musician’s shako badge, c. 1840. A very rare shako badge dating from around 1830 to 1845, made of stamped brass, depicting the Belgian lion on a base adorned with an applied lyre. Traces of silver plating remain. Marked ‘E. FONSON BRUXELLES’ on the base. One of the fastenings at the back is missing. Surface oxidation, wear and patina. An uncommon item. Belgian musician’s shako plate, circa 1840. A very rare stamped brass shako plate dating from approximately 1830 to 1845, featuring the Belgian lion above a base with an applied lyre. Traces of silver plating remain. Marked ‘E. FONSON BRUXELLES’ on the base. One of the rear fastenings is missing. Surface oxidation, wear and patina. An uncommon piece.
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About the sale Militaria: The Belgian Army through the Ages
Auction location
Auction time 11/15/2026 at 2:00 PM
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