World War II Era Soviet SSh-40 Steel Helmet Shell
Updated August 8, 2026
| Lot number | 112d |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | Huge Estates, Firearms, Militaria, Jewelry, Auction |
| Date | August 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Southern Heirs Auction |
| Location | Denham Springs, Louisiana |
Description: This item came from a collector's estate. Soviet SSh-40 steel helmet shell associated with the World War II / Cold War era (circa 1940s–1950s). Retains its olive-green painted finish with visible service wear, scattered oxidation, and age-related patina. The interior liner and chinstrap are no longer present, leaving the shell only. The helmet exhibits honest age and storage wear with scratches, finish loss, surface rust, and two small holes drilled through the crown. A solid display or restoration candidate for collectors of military helmets. Condition: - Olive-green steel helmet shell. - Liner and chinstrap absent. - Surface rust, oxidation, scratches, and finish wear throughout. - Two drilled holes present in the crown. - Sold exactly as photographed. This item came from a collector's estate. We have not authenticated this item. Please use your own knowledge and examine all photographs closely before bidding. If you have any doubt, please attend preview
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