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THBCharles Petit 1800s French Helmet No Bolt Diving Helmet
About Seller
448 S. Pattie Ave
Wichita, KS 67211
United States
Nation’s Attic Incorporated is located in Wichita, KS. As a full time business we offer expert factory correct restoration & repair services for antique slot machines made from the 1880’s to 1950. Only dealing in authentic examples of antique slot machines, we are one of the few remaining full time ...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJul 16, 2022
Nation's Attic second auction of 2022 will feature over 40 diving helmets and over 100 other related diving items! There are 2 famed Mark V helium Widow Maker helmets plus other desirable diving history from the around the world in this no reserve sale! Nation's Attic Inc. helmets@nationsattic.com
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Here is a rare opportunity to own a very elegant and interesting diving helmet just recently discovered. This helmet appears to be made by Charles Petit in France during the late 19th century. It is a 4 light (window) model with latched locking device securing the bonnet and breastplate together. This style of helmet was utilized in France and throughout Europe during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
It is estimated that this helmet was produced at the very end of the 19th Century or early 20th Century in Paris. The helmet features a castellation seam running vertically in-between the faceplate & top window. The very top peak of the bonnet has a separate round castellation seam. This construction method was standard during the 19th Century and into the early 20th Century. With the seam exposed, it demonstrates in a fascinating visual way how the helmet was assembled.
This helmet features an exhaust valve, acoustic telephone connection fitting, air fitting, neck ring locking hardware, faceplate gasket, all the glass, internal air vents, and exhaust button. The old neck ring gasket and faceplate knobs are no longer with the helmet. French divers favored the acoustic telephone system, hence the fitting located at the upper back of the bonnet.
The helmet features a wonderful consistent patina to the copper body and brass hardware. The bonnet does have some working dents, but none are severe. All of the glass is in good condition with no cracks or breaks. The locking hardware works correctly.
On the size of the breastplate neck ring is a serial number stamped into it, 1037. On the locking hardware both front and back is the number 37 stamped into the brass. The faceplate features an R, which possibly an inspection stamp. Upon very close inspection of the front of the breastplate there appears to be the faint outline of where an oval tag was originally. Petit did use an oval tag as well as Siebe Gorman, who also produced this style in limited quantities.
All diving helmets in this auction will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Nations Attic. The certificate will have a unique number that will match the number on a tamperproof hologram decal placed inside the helmet. This information will be kept on permanent file at Nations Attic and help ensure the provenance of the helmet and authenticity.
All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS Priority Mail. Worldwide shipping is available; however, no ocean freight will be offered on large items. DHL Express is an option for international shipments under 600 pounds via air. Payment via bank wire for customers outside the USA is required. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code. - Shipping Info
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