Great helmet of officer of the regiment of the knights-guards of his Majesty (of the Empress) or of the regiment of the Guard of the Cuirassiers of his Majesty (of the Emperor). Saint Petersburg, late 19th century. Silver, vermeil and enamel. With its interior cap. The center of the star of the Guard opens with a side hinge to reveal a watch face. Its key body is visible inside the helmet. Hallmarks: 88, St. Petersburg circa 1896-1899, "М-П" (Mikhail Evlampievich Perkhine). Height: 14.5 cm; diameter of the bomb: 8 cm; gross weight: 343 g Hinge of the watch cover weakened. The large hand is missing and the tip of the small hand is twisted. Michel Brodsky Collection - lots from 92 to 154 [Russian art]